2006-07-23 13:11:47 · 12 answers · asked by tom b 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
you want to do the job right, right? than use a plywood underlayment, and buy the good padding not the cheap stuff
2006-07-23 13:15:53 · answer #1 · answered by daniel p 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Subfloor can mean a lot of things. I am assuming you are referring to some sort of composite, or particle board. This makes a fine underlayment for carpet, but your first order of business is to make certain the floor is sturdy and doesn't do a lot of "flexing". If it bounces like a trampoline, I would add another lamination of plywood, which, in this case, would also be considered "subfloor".
Don't skimp on the pad. The quality of your pad will play a big factor in the life and the feel of your carpet.
2006-07-23 13:22:15 · answer #2 · answered by Elwood Blues 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There were homes built in the 80's with 1/2" subfloors and an underlayment. The design concept was called OVE (optimum value engineering).....which basically means the absolute minimum amount of material. 1/2" ply is not a suitable subfloor by today's code. The minimum is currently 3/4" T&G ply over joist on 24" centers. Personally I prefer 16" centers. Leave the 1/2" ply in place and top it with a 5/8" BC grade ply. The BC grade (or AC....more expensive) will be sanded on one side and suitable for a laminate flooring finish.
2016-03-27 04:27:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you don't need any underlayment. You can do a gled sown install even. The best thing would be a streched in install over a 7/16" 7# rebond pad. That's all you need to do
2006-07-24 20:01:24 · answer #4 · answered by mmpots.com 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plywood underlayment will reduce sound transmission and squeaking, and make it 100% smooth.
2006-07-23 13:16:45 · answer #5 · answered by helixburger 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why would anybody want to put down carpet on a hardwood floor especially after taking the time to shave?
2006-07-23 13:15:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should be able to lay it right on top of the subflooring.
2006-07-23 13:14:54 · answer #7 · answered by Rick 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
underlayment and padding is the way to go for a good clean layout. and decrease in noise
2006-07-23 17:05:24 · answer #8 · answered by fallen69jedi 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to clarify underlayment.is it plywood or luan.don't skimp on padding it stops squeeks and more comfy when makin whoopie on it.or are you just going over joists?i hope thats not the case
2006-07-23 15:03:08 · answer #9 · answered by Dave 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need a pad on top of the wood then the carpet.
2006-07-23 13:14:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋