Thin Laminate Underlay

Unfortunately the only two options are to either.

Thin laminate underlay.

Locking laminate flooring features tongue and groove construction which allows the planks to be snapped and locked into place. Underlay acts as an insulator whilst offering comfort and cushioning under your feet. There is underlay for many different requirements such as fibre underlay for carpet to foam underlay which is suitable for wood laminate and carpet. Laminate flooring underlayment is at most 4mm thick.

Laminate flooring underlayment cannot be too thick or it will compromise the joint integrity and be too bouncy causing the joints to fail and your floor s locking system to break. We offer a wide selection of flooring underlay types for wood laminate and carpets. Laminate floors require a thin underlayment which feels softer underfoot and creates the realistic sound of walking on a hardwood floor. Because laminate flooring can be difficult to install on surfaces that are even the least bit imperfect underlayment is a recommended supplement.

Why laminate flooring needs underlayment. It s always a necessary step to include with your laminate flooring installation. While the subfloor provides the foundational support for the room the underlayment is what supports the flooring material itself intended to enhance and protect the flooring. This type of laminate floor can be walked on immediately after installation.

Laminate is a very thin material usually 6mm to 10mm in width.