by wok

Question: Does laminate floor need to be glued down?
I’m fitting the floor in my sons bedroom, the guy in the DIY store talked me through it and sold me what I needed. When I got home and read the fitting kit, it says the boards need to be glued together, but the guy said it didn’t. Now I’m confused! Please help.
…Ok I checked the packaging, it says it clicks together. The other thing I’d been reading was a separate package which had the spacers and pulling bar etc. in it. I’m a fool! Thanks so much for all your help guys
I’m all set now, got the underlay, got the boards, got the energy?…. nah I’ll do it tomorrow! = D

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Answer by BlueBris
it will depend on the type.
The one i have clicks together, kinda like a big jigsaw which isn’t very difficult!
If the guy has lied then take it back to the shop

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Question: do I need moisture barrier under a basic wood floor before installing Laminate Flooring?
I have wood floors and my basement gets wet during the rainy season. I want to know if I’m going to install Pergo Laminate Flooring do I need to use some kind of moisture barrier. I have carpet there right now and there is a thin layer of wood material underneath. Please let me know, I want to do this DIY first time job correctly.

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Answer by gofish
Can you do anything about that moisture ? It’s not a good idea . A sheet of plastic under your laminate is highly recommended anyway .

Question: what is the best laminate flooring for DIY applications?

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Answer by horseman
it is made by a co. called harmonic. i put it in our kitchen in a day.(14×12) it looks better and is of better quality than a pergo floor and about 1/3 less in cost. the only tool you will need is a razor knife and saw. it is all lock and click. no nails at all.