Got a 21'x17' studio in a high rise. Had problems with the building's pipes, the convector leaked (this was 2nd time), carpet got wet and it got a stinky mold problem, the bldg replaced many wooden (ugly) tiles and apparently fixed the pipes. So now I want to get rid of the carpet (no stink now it's gross) and put down "Lam" as you guys affectionally call it. I've been looking @ iFloor.com. Questions:
1 - What's the deal with the underlayment - need that nice thick cork $1.20/ft business? Is that a rip off or is the cheaper 3mm stuff okay. I have allergies to mold and there's the possibility of another water leak.
2 - Say I put the lam over the existing ugly tiles. It looks pretty flat to me. Must I buy a long level and check the place before I begin? If it's a little off in places, what's the best way to adjust it for a do-it-yourselfer?
3 - Got a few samples from iFloor, the Wilson Classic Carolina Ash was nice and shiny. What is comparable, still a bit shiny, and of course cheaper? OF course I want it all (price + quality)
4 - Base boards - okay to just to the base boards or do I also need to use the rounded square thing?
THANKS :Thumbs:
Naz
1 - What's the deal with the underlayment - need that nice thick cork $1.20/ft business? Is that a rip off or is the cheaper 3mm stuff okay. I have allergies to mold and there's the possibility of another water leak.
2 - Say I put the lam over the existing ugly tiles. It looks pretty flat to me. Must I buy a long level and check the place before I begin? If it's a little off in places, what's the best way to adjust it for a do-it-yourselfer?
3 - Got a few samples from iFloor, the Wilson Classic Carolina Ash was nice and shiny. What is comparable, still a bit shiny, and of course cheaper? OF course I want it all (price + quality)
4 - Base boards - okay to just to the base boards or do I also need to use the rounded square thing?
THANKS :Thumbs:
Naz