Average cost to have laminate flooring put in?

[MaxxLee]

Hey guys anyone know? It would be around 900 square feet.. Also anyone on here you guys recommend to do the job??

[Kloubek]

You really need someone to put it in for you? It's super easy!

[89coupe]

There are some very cool laminate floors these days, some of the stuff looks so much like real tile it would blow your mind. Its super easy to install, just cut the shape of the room and roll it out. Doesn't require a sub floor or anything.

[lint]

Originally posted by 89coupe
There are some very cool laminate floors these days, some of the stuff looks so much like real tile it would blow your mind. Its super easy to install, just cut the shape of the room and roll it out. Doesn't require a sub floor or anything.

Laminate (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laminate_flooring) vs linoleum (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linoleum)

[dr_jared88]

That is a very vague question. You can get laminate from around 60 cents a sq ft all the way north of $4. I did my house for under $800 with mid grade laminate however I did the install myself. Super easy to install.

[Tomaz]

Floors with Flair

They did supply-only for me so I could install myself. I have seen the work they do. It's good stuff.

[MaxxLee]

I never thought about doing it myself.... Is there any way u can fuk up?? I am not very good when it comes to these kinda stuff... lol

[rony_espana]

I think I paid like $1.50 a square to get it installed. I had to buy all the other stuff separately though like baseboard, subfloor (I did my living room which had carpet).

[Tomaz]

Originally posted by MaxxLee
I never thought about doing it myself.... Is there any way u can fuk up?? I am not very good when it comes to these kinda stuff... lol

Yes, but its usually just in measuring up your cuts. No biggie.

Clean base. Lay sub floor. Click in floor panels. Done.

There is a bit more to it, but a quick peak online, or some direction from a flooring place will set you on the right path.

Be sure when calculating sq.ft. you add on 5-10% overall to cover loss in cuttings.

[Guillermo]

^^not to mention that you've even got leeway with getting your measurements correct, since you have a 1/2" wiggle room under the baseboards on either side of the room. (for those who measure once and cut twice.)

[89coupe]

Originally posted by lint


Laminate (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laminate_flooring) vs linoleum (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linoleum)

Oh yah, oops.

You should look into Linoleum, you can seriously get product these days that looks and feels like the real deal.

Why spend more when you don't have to.

[Kloubek]

Well ya you can fuck it up. But generally speaking, it just clicks together and is really simple. You start on one side of the room, and end on the other. I'm sure you can easily find DIY videos online.

[codetrap]

Originally posted by 89coupe


Oh yah, oops.

You should look into Linoleum, you can seriously get product these days that looks and feels like the real deal.

Why spend more when you don't have to.

LOL.

Fleshlight vs the real pussy.

Or.. Sheep vs Human

Sometimes, it's just worth the cost and effort for the real deal.

[89coupe]

Originally posted by codetrap


LOL.

Fleshlight vs the real pussy.

Or.. Sheep vs Human

Sometimes, it's just worth the cost and effort for the real deal.

Uhhh and laminate is the real deal?

[ianmcc]

Go for cork flooring. There is a place in BC that sells it for $3.79/ft delivered to Calgary (you pick up at the truck terminal).
http://www.cancork.com/
We are partway done our main floor and it is real easy to install. I recommend a table saw to make the cuts and if you have lino and carpet you want to replace you will need to build up the sub floor with some OSB to make the floor even.

[chkolny541]

laminate flooring is literally idiot proof to install, just watch your cuts! i installed laminate in my old house with my dad years ago when i was like 15 and i thought there is no way that even a monkey wouldnt be able to install this.

[Ukyo8]

It's really easy if you have time to do it yourself!

I charge $2.00/sq. ft. when a laminate job comes my way

[garnet]

Originally posted by MaxxLee
I never thought about doing it myself.... Is there any way u can fuk up?? I am not very good when it comes to these kinda stuff... lol

like anything, if your comfortable in your skills, then go for it, if not, then a pro will be money well spent

for homeowner clients i always recommend they get a the best quality thier budget allows, not just the cheapest necessarily

of course some people are quite happy with a finished install, that i personally would allow as one of mine

sure, there are ways to eff it up, i have had several re-do jobs, where i'm re-doing another contractors install or the homeowners work even

some problems i've seen are
- snap together edges can get damaged easily enough, with the particles between can keep the boards from joining tightly
- end gaps can develop when boards move laterally, poor install
- gaps develop showing out from under base trim
- many times boards are "hammered" together, and a ridge is made at joints between boards
- chipped edges, left in view along board lengths
- bunched underpadding, or unsupported low spots
- debris felt under flooring
there are others, but those are a few

for one of contracts we install laminate flooring into all the suites done, it's average quality flooring, and being laid on undulating concrete floor surface, but we always make sure the install is right because i have to warranty it of course

the finished result should be a smooth even surface, not even slight gaps between boards, no raised edges or ridges, and no chance of boards seperating in future from use, and no usupported low spots where the flooring will sag down when stepped on, underneath clean of debris
the other consideration is to seal ends beneath base trim, to prevent water (from mopping or spills) from getting around under

remember to budget for underlay, if in a condo, then the board may require a rubber membrane vs. typical foam padding
i'll find a pic of that and post for you OP

OP if you want more info or some costing help, i get a contractor discount with the 2 places i deal from
feel free to PM me

edit:
here are coupe pics to help
white is typical foam pad
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00263.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00258.jpg

black is rubber membrane pad
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00473.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00482.jpg

[spikerS]

we installed it ourselves, and with a little hunting, I was able to get my hardwood and underlay for under $0.90 a square foot.

It really is terribly easy to put in, and it is a free floating floor, so do not secure it to the floor.

[7thgenvic]

Originally posted by garnet


like anything, if your comfortable in your skills, then go for it, if not, then a pro will be money well spent

for homeowner clients i always recommend they get a the best quality thier budget allows, not just the cheapest necessarily

of course some people are quite happy with a finished install, that i personally would allow as one of mine

sure, there are ways to eff it up, i have had several re-do jobs, where i'm re-doing another contractors install or the homeowners work even

some problems i've seen are
- snap together edges can get damaged easily enough, with the particles between can keep the boards from joining tightly
- end gaps can develop when boards move laterally, poor install
- gaps develop showing out from under base trim
- many times boards are "hammered" together, and a ridge is made at joints between boards
- chipped edges, left in view along board lengths
- bunched underpadding, or unsupported low spots
there are others, but those are a few

for one of contracts we install laminate flooring into all the suites done, it's average quality flooring, and being laid on undulating concrete floor surface, but we always make sure the install is right because i have to warranty it of course

the finished result should be a smooth even surface, not even slight gaps between boards, no raised edges or ridges, and no chance of boards seperating in future from use, and no usupported low spots where the flooring will sag down when stepped on
the other consideration is to seal ends beneath base trim, to prevent water (from mopping or spills) from getting around under

remember to budget for underlay, if in a condo, then the board may require a rubber membrane vs. typical foam padding
i'll find a pic of that and post for you OP

OP if you want more info or some costing help, feel free to PM me

Do you do side work :)

[broken_legs]

Originally posted by ianmcc
Go for cork flooring. There is a place in BC that sells it for $3.79/ft delivered to Calgary (you pick up at the truck terminal).
http://www.cancork.com/
We are partway done our main floor and it is real easy to install. I recommend a table saw to make the cuts and if you have lino and carpet you want to replace you will need to build up the sub floor with some OSB to make the floor even.

Cork install is exactly like Laminate. Exact same process, I did only one bedroom in cork and wish i did more. Have some friends with cork in the kitchin and it feels so nice to walk on.

Cork is way better because it feels warm, its soft, and you can cut it etc as mentioned above.

Only thing im not 100% on is the look and the available colours. Plastic laminate you can get that nicer look, but not the feel.

[garnet]

Originally posted by broken_legs

Cork install is exactly like Laminate. Exact same process,


your right, it's both yes and no
cork floring comes in a lot of colors and configurations, board like laminate or squares like some lino needing adhesive
it does have a softer feel for sure, but wears pretty well
nice thing it is okay for wet areas, like kitchens and bathrooms

edit:
here's a pic of one bath used cork in, to give an idea of look
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00433-1.jpg

[garnet]

Originally posted by 7thgenvic

Do you do side work :)

with the weather right now strictly "inside work" LOL :)

to answer you, yes i'm a registered contractor, specifically renos and finishing

out of respect for the rules i won't post my contact info or advertise in posts on the forum, but feel free to PM me with any questions you might have

[Whiley]

That's what we're looking for to have the whole main floor done take out all the carpet, to much dust and put laminate

Can we use laminate in kitchen area or cork?

Can you give a price for the job?




Originally posted by garnet


like anything, if your comfortable in your skills, then go for it, if not, then a pro will be money well spent

for homeowner clients i always recommend they get a the best quality thier budget allows, not just the cheapest necessarily

of course some people are quite happy with a finished install, that i personally would allow as one of mine

sure, there are ways to eff it up, i have had several re-do jobs, where i'm re-doing another contractors install or the homeowners work even

some problems i've seen are
- snap together edges can get damaged easily enough, with the particles between can keep the boards from joining tightly
- end gaps can develop when boards move laterally, poor install
- gaps develop showing out from under base trim
- many times boards are "hammered" together, and a ridge is made at joints between boards
- chipped edges, left in view along board lengths
- bunched underpadding, or unsupported low spots
- debris felt under flooring
there are others, but those are a few

for one of contracts we install laminate flooring into all the suites done, it's average quality flooring, and being laid on undulating concrete floor surface, but we always make sure the install is right because i have to warranty it of course

the finished result should be a smooth even surface, not even slight gaps between boards, no raised edges or ridges, and no chance of boards seperating in future from use, and no usupported low spots where the flooring will sag down when stepped on, underneath clean of debris
the other consideration is to seal ends beneath base trim, to prevent water (from mopping or spills) from getting around under

remember to budget for underlay, if in a condo, then the board may require a rubber membrane vs. typical foam padding
i'll find a pic of that and post for you OP

OP if you want more info or some costing help, i get a contractor discount with the 2 places i deal from
feel free to PM me

edit:
here are coupe pics to help
white is typical foam pad
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00263.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00258.jpg

black is rubber membrane pad
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00473.jpg
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a82/jersturbo/Reno%20Pics/P_00482.jpg

[garnet]

thanks,
yes cork is the better choice for sure
extra measures can be done to try and proof laminate flooring in a kitchen (or bath) but really isnt recommended for use there

i'll send you a PM for more specifics and reply
(just following forum rules against postingcontact info or advertising my company in thread)




Originally posted by Whiley
That's what we're looking for to have the whole main floor done take out all the carpet, to much dust and put laminate

Can we use laminate in kitchen area or cork?

Can you give a price for the job?

[msommers]

Has the price for this stuff changed much? I don't have time to really be messing with this. A friend of a friend I thought would give us a good deal but said he charges $3/sq ft which now seems outrageous. What's the going rate these days?

[Weapon_R]

For laminate? $3 and you're getting hosed. $1-2 is more reasonable.