Laminate Flooring Right To Left
Use a wooden block to tap the next row of boards into the first.
Laminate flooring right to left. Begin the first row of planks. Use 8 10mm spacers to leave an expansion gap around the perimeter. If you are making your laminate flooring a diy project you might wonder what is the right direction to install my laminate flooring. To do this turn it back to front keep it 10mm away from the wall and mark the end of the row onto it.
The last board will need cutting to length. Install the underlayment or vapor barrier. Test the flooring layout. For example if you want a hallway to seem longer it is better to use the laminate flooring in the lengthways direction.
The best way to decide is to lay out the floor and visualize what looks best. Hold the block securely with your left hand and hit the block with a hammer in you right hand. With the first board flat angle the next board so that the tongue and groove fit together. This means that you will install the female end into the male end instead of the.
When deciding the direction to install laminate flooring you have to consider your space lighting and decor. Laminate flooring laid lengthways can have an expanding effect. Depending on how you want to show your room you can choose the orientation of the laminate flooring panels. Before beginning installation remove all baseboards and trim around the perimeter of the room as well as any heating.
Install the first row completely. Working from right to left start by placing the planks with the tongue side facing the wall. In this video i share how to install your laminate or vinyl plank backwards.