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When To Use Vinyl Plank vs Carpet (Pros/Cons/Cost)

If you need to choose between carpet or vinyl plank flooring, consider that vinyl plank flooring is better for damp areas of the home and much easier to clean. It also tends to last longer than carpeting. If you’re just looking for flooring that is inexpensive and uncomfortable under your feet then carpeting may be the right decision.

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Can You Put Vinyl Plank Without Removing Baseboards? (How To)

You can leave existing baseboards while installing vinyl planks on your walls or floors as these boards do not hinder the plank installation process in any way. Proceeding to install your vinyl planks this way, will save you time and energy that you would have otherwise spent removing baseboards.

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When to Use Vinyl Plank vs Peel and Stick (Pros/Cons/Cost)

In general, vinyl plank flooring is always better to use rather than peel and stick flooring. Peel and stick flooring is not as visually appealing, and is not as resistant to wear and tear as vinyl plank flooring. It also requires the subfloor to be in much better condition before installing it.

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When to Use Vinyl Plank vs Ceramic Tile (Pros/Cons/Cost)

Overall, vinyl planks should be used in all cases except in hot climates, or if you have a strong preference for the look of ceramic tiles. Vinyl plank tiles have a range of advantages over ceramic tiles. Vinyl planks are more comfortable to walk on, and provide better insulation than ceramic tiles.

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How To Cut Vinyl Plank Flooring Already Installed

When it comes down to actually cutting the flooring, adjust the circular saw blade so it is the thickness of the board. If you can raise the vinyl flooring slightly, this will make the cutting easier. If this is the case, you can slip the 2×2 under the floor and adjust the blade on the saw so it is a little more than the thickness of the floor. I set the saw to a cut depth around 1/32-inch deeper than the thickness of the vinyl flooring layer. This ensures that the saw blade does not cut into the subflooring or the concrete if you are working in a basement room.

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Can You Put Vinyl Plank Over Cement Board?

If you have a cement board in place on the floor, you can easily use it as a subfloor for vinyl plank flooring. It will last for a very long time and has the benefits of water resistance and not growing mold. As long as it is in good shape and free from defects, you can install the cement board without worry.

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Can/Should You Put Vinyl Plank Flooring Over Radiant Heat

Generally speaking, you will choose a click-lock flooring option rather than one that is either glued to the subfloor or stapled down. It is only a floating vinyl floor that will work well over radiant heating. Otherwise, you may be compromising the heating system during the installation process.

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Can/Should You Put Vinyl Plank Flooring Over Engineered Hardwood

Engineered hardwood makes a suitable subfloor for both glue-down and floating vinyl plank flooring. As long as you are not installing over a wood floor that has been glued to a concrete subfloor, it can be done successfully. Always check the manufacturer’s instructions and follow their guidance before making any decisions about the flooring you will use in your home.

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Can/Should You Put Vinyl Plank Flooring Over Tiles

The first, and most important step in installing vinyl plank flooring is to have the flooring in the room for a few days before the installation takes place. Vinyl will expand and contract according to temperature and humidity levels. It will take a few days for it to acclimate to the new room.

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