Click & Lock Your Way To Beautiful Floors: A Guide to DIY Laminate Installation
Love the look of hardwood but crave a DIY-friendly project while saving Costs? Laminate flooring is your answer! This cost-effective flooring option uses a simple click-and-lock system, making installation a breeze.
Here's what makes laminate perfect for DIY:
- Click-and-Lock Installation: No messy glue or special tools required!
- Forgiving Subfloor: Installs over most even surfaces, including tile (ensure evenness).
- Floating Floor: Remember a 10mm expansion gap around the perimeter and any obstacles.
- Not Recommended Over: Existing solid parquet flooring.
Before You Begin:
- Read the instructions! Every manufacturer includes them, and you can find them on our product pages too.
Essential Accessories:
- Installation Kit
- Underlay with Damp Proof Membrane
- Door Profiles
- Skirting Boards or Quarter Rounds (if keeping existing skirting)
Get ready to transform your space with beautiful, durable laminate flooring – all by yourself!
High-density fiberboard provides stability and durability underfoot.
Select ranges resist minor moisture — avoid standing water on all laminate.
Aluminium oxide wear layer resists daily scratches and surface wear.
No sanding, polishing or refinishing — ever. A damp mop is all it takes.
Colour stays true in most conditions. Use sunscreens in full direct sunlight.
Withstands minor impacts from furniture and foot traffic without denting.
Real wood aesthetics at a fraction of the cost — from R244/m².
Wide range of wood tones, stone looks and plank widths to suit any interior.
2mm Combi Lay (foam + DPM) is the SA standard and minimum for valid warranties.
Click-lock floating system. No glue, no special tools. Most DIYers manage in a weekend.
Floating installation — can be lifted and replaced without subfloor damage.
Handles moderate temperature changes. Always leave a 10mm expansion gap at all walls.
Laminate Quality Grades
The Abrasion Class "AC" rating is established by performing a series of tests on the laminate plank originally prescribed by EPLF. If the laminate floor meets all the AC classification standards then it is Graded in a specific class. Below is an explanation of the different Classes or Grades that is available in laminated flooring.
Residential Use
21 / AC1Bedrooms, guest rooms — light infrequent traffic
22 / AC2All residential rooms — general household use
23 / AC3All areas including kitchens — heavy residential
Commercial Use
31 / AC3Small offices, meeting rooms — light commercial
32 / AC4Offices, boutiques, hotel rooms — medium commercial
33 / AC5Department stores, hotels, public buildings — heavy
Caring for Your Laminated Floor
Laminate is made up of 99% wood fibre and although the surface has a water-resistant layer, the joints are very susceptible to moisture so be careful not to over wet your laminate floors.
Daily Care
Cleaning
Cleaning Fluids
Abrasives
Take the Following Preventive Measures to ensure a long lasting floor
AC ratings, installation guides, subfloor requirements and more.
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