It is not advisable to nail laminate flooring, but screws can be used with caution. Avoid poking holes in your laminate if at all possible.
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Can you put screws in vinyl plank flooring?
Is it possible to screw into the vinyl planks? Drilling and screwing into the laminate floor is preferable to nailing anything into it. To avoid cracking the pressed board beneath, use a high-speed flat drill bit to create a smooth hole. Screw the bracket into place after the hole is drilled.
Can you put heavy things on vinyl plank flooring?
Click-lock Planks of Vinyl flooringIt’s a bad idea to put heavy appliances on top of click-lock vinyl because it will cause the floor to buckle and damage the locking mechanisms. On the other hand, heavy furniture can be placed on top of this vinyl without issue.
How do you drill through vinyl plank flooring?
Hold the drill so that the bit is perpendicular to the laminate surface and place the bit tip on the center mark. Drill into the masking tape with some light pressure, and then squeeze the trigger. Allow the drill to do its job and pierce the laminate.
Do you screw down floating floor?
As a floating floor, laminate cannot be attached to the sub-floor, and should not be. Nailing it down will interfere with its natural ability to contract and expand in response to changes in humidity. This can compromise the floor’s integrity and lead to future issues like floor peaking.
