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What installing a new floor actually involves

Scroll through a typical install, then switch the material to see how the job changes.

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    Prep the subfloor

    Old flooring comes up and the subfloor is checked for flatness, moisture and loose spots. Most problems with a new floor start here.

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    Put down underlayment

    A foam or cork underlayment goes down to cushion the floor, cut noise and block moisture from below.

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    Lay the floor

    Planks are laid row by row with the joints staggered and a small expansion gap left at every wall.

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    Finish and trim

    Baseboards or quarter-round cover the expansion gap, transition strips go in at doorways, and the room is ready.

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Vinyl Plank (LVP/SPC)

Waterproof, scratch-tough, wood-look planks for kitchens, basements & busy homes.

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Hardwood

Solid & engineered wood floors — the resale-value classic, compared.

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Epoxy & Garage

Two-part coatings that turn a dusty slab into a glossy, chemical-resistant floor.

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Underlayment

The right pad quiets footfall and protects a floating floor over concrete.

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Grout & Sealers

Protect tile grout from stains and moisture in kitchens and baths.

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Floor Care

pH-neutral cleaners and tools that keep every floor looking new.

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    Check each quote against our cost guides, then hire the installer that fits your budget.

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