Do you mean the base board? It is better if you can remove the base board then reattach on top of the new floor. It will give you the best look. If you butt the new wood up against the base boards you may have end cuts or little mistakes around the edges of the room that you will need to cover anyway. If you can not remove the base board you will probably have to add a strip of quarter round on top of the new floor and nailed to the original base board so that you have a finished look.
If it sits over a cement floor, then no. If it is a nailed down floor, then you can, but you still have to install a cement board.
of corse you can! it's not common practice but if your floor is sound it should be fine
Absolutely, but you have to be aware that it will raise your floor level and you might have a problem with door jambs and levels of flooring from one from room to another.
The best way to repair particle board sub-flooring is to cut out the bad spot and replace with new board. You can only use vinyl and self stick tile over particle board. Ceramic tile cannot because the moisture in the thin-sets will break down the particle board.
yes, but it will slide over the years so I would not
Floating Installation This method the floor floats over foam cushioned padding.
you have to pull the linoleum up to lay tile. . .i would suggest a cement backer board over the existing plywood also
Remove the laminate floor first
Yes, you can install a laminate floor system over existing hardwood floors. Just be sure that the existing hardwood is pretty smooth or the hump in the floor will transfer through. You must use a vapor barrier over your existing hardwood to reduce sound as well as moister transfere between two floor systems. Be sure to let your new floor acclimate to your room temp. for at least 48 hrs. this is especially important if you are installing floor in the winter.
It is possible, but it's not the best practice. If you can easily remove the existing vinyl, then do so. If the vinyl won't peel up, then you should consider two possibilities: Remove the vinyl along with the wood underlayment (or scrape it off if your subfloor is concrete), or install new wood underlayment on top of the existing vinyl.A third possibility is this: If the existing vinyl is securely glued to the floor, you could apply an embossing leveler (cement-based product) in a very thin skim coat over the vinyl. This seals in any stains, levels the floor, and gives the new vinyl a nice, smooth surface to lay over (or a good surface for vinyl glue to adhere to).Most flooring manufacturers will not honor the warranty on their vinyl if it is installed over existing vinyl, unless you do the embossing leveler step above.
Yes. But problems will arise with door clearances, stair riser heights, and other areas. With problem areas it is best to remove and replace.
If it sits over a cement floor, then no. If it is a nailed down floor, then you can, but you still have to install a cement board.
Yes, you can tile over an existing tile floor as long as the existing tiles are in good condition and properly prepared. It is important to ensure that the surface is clean, smooth, and free of any loose tiles or debris before tiling over it. Additionally, using the right adhesive and grout for the new tiles is crucial for a successful installation.
of corse you can! it's not common practice but if your floor is sound it should be fine
To effectively restore a pine floor to its original beauty and luster, start by sanding the floor to remove any existing finish and imperfections. Then, apply a wood stain or finish to enhance the color and protect the wood. Finally, regularly clean and maintain the floor to preserve its beauty over time.
mop and glow mopped over dirty floor, how to remove polish
You can just paint over the top as long as the existing surface is clean and lightly sanded to aid in the adhesion of the next coat.