When choosing laminated flooring, you have options to buy a glueless or glue versions, one of which make the installation job easier. No matter what type of laminate flooring you choose, you will want to take care with the installation and make sure the job is done correctly. This will ensure your floor retains its quality and beauty for years to come.

By choosing the glue version and to install the laminate flooring yourself, its highly recommended that you invest in classes at your local home improvement center. The installation glue can be a bit tricky. Glue laminate flooring takes longer to install, longer to set and can be messy. This was the first type of laminate floors available on the market and is less expensive than the "click together" versions offered today therefore making it still desireable with many do it yourself home owners.

General Tips on Working with Installation Glue

Before you begin installing your laminate floor, make sure you have enough glue to cover your entire project. Generally, one can of installation glue will be enough for about 500 square feet. Some types of laminate flooring only require a small bead of glue on certain spots. Pergo flooring requires you to put glue all along the grooves, as well as on the ends.

When you are applying the installation glue, read and follow the instructions included with the product which will guide you on where to put the glue and how much glue to use. Too much or too little may cause immediate or future problems with the laminate flooring. Keep plenty of old rags within hand