Installing laminate flooring stairs
Installing laminate flooring stairs can be quite a challenge, but with the help and guidance of the flooring professor it can become quite simple! Many people buy laminate flooring and are not sure what to do on the stairs. certainly the most common option is carpet for most stairways. However, hard surface stairs are gaining popularity.
Can I put laminate flooring on stairs?
Yes. It requires some special installation techniques but it can be installed on stairs in almost all cases. One thing to be aware of when considering installing laminate flooring stairs is the "slip and fall factor". Often times when a hard surface flooring product is installed on stairs it can be a "slip hazard" so please consider the people who may use your stairs and the living conditions in your household before deciding to put hard surface flooring on stairs.
OK so once you have decided you want to install laminate floor on steps it is time to decide HOW you want to install it.
Can I choose HOW I want to install my laminate flooring stairs?
YES. to some degree. The product you choose to purchase will also be a factor, so now is the time to work through the information with our help. For example a few manufacturers actually offer a pre manufactured laminate stair tread that you can purchase to cover your stairs, others may offer one or more types of laminate stair nose trims which can be a factor in your decision. In any case we can help guide you through the process of selecting how to install laminate flooring on stairs.
One thing that is unique about installing laminate flooring stairs is that they will in all cases be glued down. This is the only way the flooring professor approves for installation because of safety reasons if nothing else. Surely you can see how loosely installed flooring that is not glued would be a hazard on steps!!!
What are the options for installing laminate flooring stairs
Option 1:
Laminate planks with a stairnose trim. The most common method of installing laminate flooring stairs is to glue down 1 or more laminate floor boards on the tread of the step, then install a stair nose trim on the nosing of each step. and then glue 1 or more laminate flooring boards to the riser and cut and install a 1/4 round molding at the inside corner where the tread meets the riser.
Option 2:
One piece pre manufactured stair tread. One alternative to a traditional method for installing laminate flooring stairs is to find a manufacturer who offers a one piece stair tread made from the same material as your laminated wood flooring. There are not many so we suggest you keep an open mind and be willing to use option one. If you find one that suits your project, then to begin installing laminate flooring stairs you will glue the tread piece down in the same way as option 1. You will not need a stairnosing, but will still glue riser material to the riser and use a matching laminate 1/4 round to finish the point where the tread meets the riser.
It is really not too difficult to install laminate flooring on steps unless you had stairs with sides that are exposed or open. This is a much more complicated endeavor, but it can be done. For more in depth details please always consult your manufacturers installation instructions and read and understand our consumer installation guide for installing laminate flooring stairs. In most cases if you have the skills to install your own laminate flooring then you will also be able to handle installing laminate flooring stairs.
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