Cork Subfloor Over Concrete

Applications over wood substrates.

Cork subfloor over concrete.

This video is about how to install glue down cork flooring over concrete subfloor in the bathroom and kitchen. Apply 15lb roofing felt or similar between the cork and the subfloor. But given the difficulty of this type of installation a floating floor is preferable for most situations. Remove the cork tiles from their boxes and let them acclimate to the room where they will be placed for at.

The cork is then glued to the subfloor. Cork is easy on the feet which makes it ideal for kitchen areas. Does not warrant underlayment performance. Cork has been used as flooring for centuries and was popularized by the architect frank lloyd wright in his pennsylvania homes.

Install cork flooring over concrete as long as the floor is level and clean. Apply plastic poly sheeting between the cork and cement. Floating tiles require no adhesive and. Start laying your tiles along the wall farthest from the doorway.

Previous mryoucandoityourself video abou. Do not install over existing vinyl floors and or old residual adhesive. A better way to glue down cork in a basement is to start with a moisture barrier over the slab followed by a plywood subfloor. Starting against one wall layout the cork and cut it to the desired length.

When installing cork under floating floors applications over concrete and all non porous flooring.