First, you’ll need to inspect the subfloor. While Alpha Vinyl can handle most irregularities, we highly recommend making sure the surface is level, stable and clean, and to remove all existing floor covering before getting started.
How big can the joints in your existing tile floor be? How can you level out irregularities? What about underfloor heating?
The right underlay will result in a better-looking, more stable and comfortable floor. We offer several underlays that are suitable for Alpha Vinyl.
I have underfloor heating. Which underlay do I need?
Save yourself a few trips and make sure you have the following tools handy:
It’s about to go down! Roll out your underlay (step 2) and push it as closely as possible against the wall. Lay one row at a time and make sure you go in the same direction as you plan to lay your floor (see step 5). Use adhesive tape to attach the rows together and prevent damage.
Inevitably, you’ll need to cut your Alpha Vinyl planks to complete your floor. Wear gloves and use a pencil to draw your cutting lines. Always saw your planks with the top surface decoration facing upwards.
Almost there! Now, it’s time to complete the picture with matching skirting boards and finishing profiles and other finer touches. After all, it’s all in the details!
You just picked out the perfect floor, which can be installed in two ways: click (or ‘floating’) and glued down.
With Vinyl Flex, it’s important to ensure that your subfloor is perfectly level and devoid of any irregularities to avoid problems later on. Also make sure that cement joints wider than 1 mm are smoothed out, and don’t forget to check for mould or moisture.
How big can the joints in your existing tile floor be? How can you level out irregularities? What about underfloor heating?
If you opt for a floating installation, choosing the right underlay is mandatory for a satisfactory result. We offer various underlays that were designed specifically for Quick-Step Vinyl floors.
My subfloor is perfectly level. Do I need an underlay?
I have underfloor heating. Which underlay do I need?
Opting for a glued-down installation instead? Our Quick-Step Vinyl Glue+ is a high-quality adhesive especially developed for vinyl floors.
Save yourself a few trips and make sure you have the following tools handy:
It’s about to go down! Roll out your underlay (step 3) and push it as closely as possible against the wall. Lay one row at a time and make sure you go in the same direction as you plan to lay your floor (see step 6). Use adhesive tape to attach the rows together and prevent damage.
Inevitably, you’ll need to cut your beautiful Vinyl Flex planks to complete your floor. Wear gloves and use a pencil to draw your cutting lines. Always cut your planks using the concave knife and the vinyl installation tool, and make sure the top surface decoration is facing upwards.
Almost there! Now, it’s time to complete the picture with matching skirting boards and finishing profiles and other finer touches. Perfection is in the details!
Need help finishing your project to your satisfaction?
Take a look at our helpcentre, which contains answers to the most asked questions!
