How Do You Lay Laminate On An Uneven Floor?
Laminate flooring has become a very popular material that comes in mock tile, wood, or ceramic. A laminate floor is considered a floating floor because it’s not secured to the floor — it requires a 1/4-inch expansion gap because laminate will expand and contrast with temperature changes. Laminate floors can be laid on top of any hard surface, and even outdoor carpet. If the floor underneath is uneven, it will require the proper preparation to avoid any ledges in the flooring. Remove all the floor trim, using a flat pry bar. Trim the door jambs so the laminate will slide underneath them by laying a section of laminate flat on the floor up against the door jamb. Run a pencil across the top of the laminate, making a mark on the door jamb. Using a hand saw, cut the door jamb to size. Put an 8-foot level flat on the floor to check for uneven spots. Fill the uneven spots with a self-leveling compound, using a putty knife. Check the entire floor using the level, and fill in the uneven spots
