One of the easiest ways to upgrade your home, whether you plan to sell or you just want a more appealing home, is to replace an old, ugly floor. You may choose to change the flooring material. There are many options on today's market to help you get the look you want.
No longer does getting a new floor involve working with smelly and messy adhesive, or difficult to manage flooring. With peel and stick vinyl tiles, you get ease and convenience, combined with excellent, colorful design possibilities. Even a less that pro do-it-yourselfer can work with them to get that perfect floor.
These new flooring materials are durable and much more flexible than in the past. There is a large selection of bright, cheerful colors available. No longer is the installer limited to a few dull, neutral colors. There are enough colors to please just about anyone. This large selection allows the installer to make intricate designs, including checkerboard and bordered designs.
It is relatively easy to install these floors. Laying a quarter-inch plywood foundation helps make a smooth, level surface to which the flooring will adhere. Staggering joints and using a leveling compound on them will help get a smoother surface. Shoe molding must be removed and door jambs and casing trimmed to allow a good fit. A light sanding will further smooth the under layer.
The floor must be divided into four equal sections, marking them as you measure so you can locate the exact center. The first tile will be laid against the mark where the sections intersect. Each quadrant will start at the center intersection and work outward. This keeps there from being an unsightly gap with uneven tiles. Those in the center of the floor will be whole until you get to the outside edges.
When you get to where a whole tile doesn't fit between the previous one and the wall, it will need to be cut it to fit. To measure, the easiest way is to lay a full tile over the last one laid, matching it to the exposed edge of the laid tile. Place another full tile on top, butting one edge against the wall and overlapping the one to be cut. Cut along the overlapped edge. You will have the right size to set into the opening.
Once all tiles are laid, you should go back and cut out any that cover openings in the floor, such as heat registers. Use a sharp utility knife or a tile cutter so you will get a smooth, straight edge. Cut with a slow, sawing motion so the edge won't tear. Replace any vent covers, or anything that is located in the floor. Carefully replace the shoe molding, repairing or replacing any that is damaged.
Once you get everything put away, lightly damp mop your new floor. Sit back and admire your handiwork and expect to enjoy your floor for many years to come. Save some spare tiles to use for repairing damaged places that may occur with use.
No longer does getting a new floor involve working with smelly and messy adhesive, or difficult to manage flooring. With peel and stick vinyl tiles, you get ease and convenience, combined with excellent, colorful design possibilities. Even a less that pro do-it-yourselfer can work with them to get that perfect floor.
These new flooring materials are durable and much more flexible than in the past. There is a large selection of bright, cheerful colors available. No longer is the installer limited to a few dull, neutral colors. There are enough colors to please just about anyone. This large selection allows the installer to make intricate designs, including checkerboard and bordered designs.
It is relatively easy to install these floors. Laying a quarter-inch plywood foundation helps make a smooth, level surface to which the flooring will adhere. Staggering joints and using a leveling compound on them will help get a smoother surface. Shoe molding must be removed and door jambs and casing trimmed to allow a good fit. A light sanding will further smooth the under layer.
The floor must be divided into four equal sections, marking them as you measure so you can locate the exact center. The first tile will be laid against the mark where the sections intersect. Each quadrant will start at the center intersection and work outward. This keeps there from being an unsightly gap with uneven tiles. Those in the center of the floor will be whole until you get to the outside edges.
When you get to where a whole tile doesn't fit between the previous one and the wall, it will need to be cut it to fit. To measure, the easiest way is to lay a full tile over the last one laid, matching it to the exposed edge of the laid tile. Place another full tile on top, butting one edge against the wall and overlapping the one to be cut. Cut along the overlapped edge. You will have the right size to set into the opening.
Once all tiles are laid, you should go back and cut out any that cover openings in the floor, such as heat registers. Use a sharp utility knife or a tile cutter so you will get a smooth, straight edge. Cut with a slow, sawing motion so the edge won't tear. Replace any vent covers, or anything that is located in the floor. Carefully replace the shoe molding, repairing or replacing any that is damaged.
Once you get everything put away, lightly damp mop your new floor. Sit back and admire your handiwork and expect to enjoy your floor for many years to come. Save some spare tiles to use for repairing damaged places that may occur with use.
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