Thickest Laminate Underlayment

Provent silent vapor barrier underlayment is one of the best values where laminate flooring underlayment is concerned.

Thickest laminate underlayment.

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 polyethylene foam is 3mm thick and comes in pre packaged rolls of 215 ft 2. Even when the underlayment is pre installed you might still want to add a small moisture barrier layer underneath to keep more moisture away from your flooring. This is usually 3mm thick or 1 8 thick.

If you find thicker than 12mm it s an inaccurate measurement possibly including attached padding. Finding the right accessories for your installation is important. An attached vapor barrier protects against moisture but it doesn t stop there. A popular option if you want to install this eco friendly floor underlayment is qep cork underlayment roll.

If you want the highest quality hardwood feel you ll want 10 or 12mm. It is also 3mm thick 1 8 thick and is best installed over wood subflooring. Underlayment ranges from 2mm to 4mm thick. If cost is a concern and you have a smooth subfloor you can get by with 7 or 8mm.

This way it will not add too much height to your flooring area. This is the most commonly used underlayment. Laminate flooring is between 6 12mm thick.