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Aesthetics and as resistant as a traditional parquet floor, the floating laminate flooring is distinguished among the different coatings by its simplicity of installation thanks to its clipping system.

Laminate parquet for less than 30 € / m2

General informations

Difficulty: 2/4
Cost: € 16 / m2 laminate flooring, 8 € / m2 underlay, 5 € / ml skirting
Time: 1 day (excluding skirting) for 20 m2
Equipment: shim, hammer, blade, square, jigsaw, saw, miter box, cartridge gun, expansion joint wedges

Supplies
• Laminate parquet boards
• Acoustic underlay
• Coordinate skirting
• Tape
• Putty-adhesive cartridge

Calculate the amount of parquet needed

As a result of many water leaks, the wooden floor of this old house would have required a total renovation. The owners have however preferred to cover it with a new coating, laminate flooring. First step: raise the area of ​​the room to determine the quantity to order. To do this, simply multiply the length by the width and add about 5% to the total in anticipation of possible cutting errors. The choice of the product must also take into account the room in which it will be placed.

Different solutions available on the market

In addition to laminate, other types of coverings may be chosen for renovation. Thin and quick to install, vinyl coatings require a perfectly flat and uniform floor. Otherwise, they reveal the irregularities of the support. To avoid this inconvenience, it is essential to apply a primer and then cast a self-leveling fiber patch ensuring the flatness of the soil.
It is also possible to replace a degraded parquet floor with another solid wood floor. The technique consists in depositing all the blades to replace them with new blades of the same thickness to be nailed on the joists. In this case, it is advisable to take advantage of this to proceed to the soundproofing - often necessary in old buildings - of the type mineral wool in strips or to blow, to arrange between the joists. Parquet manufacturers offer different finishes but also raw blades to tint, vitrify or wax yourself.

Easy to install: laminate

For its part, the laminate flooring offers the appearance of wood and allows easy installation on a raw cement screed, an old floor or a tiled floor. Acoustic insulation is glued on the underside of some models. Otherwise, it must be installed before the coating is used. Easy to install, the blades are assembled by a snap-in system requiring no nails or glue. In addition, their low thickness avoids the planing of the doors in some cases. For this project, the choice was a laminate floor (Quick-Step Go), chosen for its thin thickness (7 mm) and ease of installation (floating) thanks to a fastening system with clips (Uniclic).

Gather tools and materials before you start

Gather tools and materials before you start

Before you start laying the blades, make an inventory of the tools, materials and products needed. Check that the amount of material is sufficient to cover the entire floor.

Treat the floor if it has been damaged

Treat the floor if it has been damaged

If your old floor has been exposed to water infiltration, apply a generous treatment against xylophagous insects and molds (Xylophene type). Let dry 24 hours.

Fix the blades to even the floor

Fix the blades to even the floor

Use a screwdriver and wood screws to secure all protruding blades to smooth the surface.

Sand to smooth the surface

Sand to smooth the surface

To remove all irregularities and get a good flatness of the floor, even with a sander. Depending on the level to be caught, use coarse abrasive belts (# 80) and then fine (# 120).

Take measurements for cutting blades

Take measurements for cutting blades

For the end blades, measure the space to be covered taking into account the expansion wedge (about 5 mm).

Report the measures

Report the measures

Carry the measurement on the underside and draw the cut line.

Cut the blade

Cut the blade

Hold the blade firmly on a block and cut it out. Different tools are possible: handsaw with carbide pellets, jigsaw.

Zoom on the cutting press

Zoom on the cutting press

More practical, a cutting press (guillotine cutter floor or wood shears) with a blade fixed on a plate, ensures a clean cut and is also suitable for melamine.

Slowly remove the insulation coating

Slowly remove the insulation coating

Unfold the acoustic sub-layer (recommended to improve the insulation) by separating the soil from the walls. To avoid any risk of degradation, install it as the blades are laid.

Profiling the insulation with the cutter

Profiling the insulation with the cutter

Cut the insulation with the cutter. On concrete on the ground floor, raising the edges of the insulation avoids any risk of rising moisture.

Apply the boards over the coating

Apply the boards over the coating

Position the blades perpendicular to those of the original floor. Beforehand, cut the tabs of the blades placed against the wall.

Install shims to leave room for expansion

Install shims to leave room for expansion

Between the wall and the first boards, interpose wedges peripheral to maintain the parquet in abutment during the pose. This expansion space must be at least 5 mm.

Insert the second row of blades

Insert the second row of blades

For the next row, slide the angled blade sideways and make sure it sticks to the floor. Remember to connect the underlay strips with adhesive tape.

Lay the following rows

Lay the following rows

Using a martyr hold and a hammer or mallet, insert the blade into the previous one. No day should appear between the blades. Continue on all the rows.

Stagger the blades for an English-style pose

Stagger the blades for an English-style pose

For the English "stone cut" installation, the boards are laid in full length and the joints staggered regularly from one half-blade from one row to the other.

Use a blade driver for the last row

Use a blade driver for the last row

To lay the last row against the wall, use a blade driver and place it against the blade, then hit the tool with the hammer.

Cut the end of a plinth

Cut the end of a plinth

The first plinth is laid from an angle. Miter off one of its ends with a backpack saw and a cutting box.

Put putty under the plinth

Put putty under the plinth

Spray a bead of caulk-glue on the underside of the plinth along its entire length.

Install the plinth

Install the plinth

Prepare the expansion blocks, present the plinth and apply it by pressing firmly on the entire surface to distribute the glue.

Immediately dry the water on the floor

Immediately dry the water on the floor

Laminate flooring is easy to maintain (slightly wet mop, vacuum cleaner). But he fears water: immediately clear any spilled liquid accidentally.

A coating adapted to the room

Initiated by the Scientific and Technical Center for Building (Cstb), the UPEC classification of premises and floor coverings takes into account durability according to use: wear (U); punching (P); water and moisture behavior (E); resistance to chemical agents (C). For each factor, it defines a minimum level of performance (from 1 to 5). For example, a room without direct outside access is classified U3 P2 E2 C2. The chosen floor covering must therefore correspond at least to these performance levels.
In the absence of a UPEC classification, a class of use, indicated on the packaging, guarantees the destination of the product and its resistance to shocks, stains, cigarette burns, etc. Three classes correspond to levels of domestic use: 21 (moderate use, bedroom for example), 22 (normal use, living room...) and 23 (high use, kitchen...).

Laminate parquet for less than 30 € / m2

FAQ - 💬

❓ Can you get laminate parquet?

👉 Parquet laminate flooring is a popular trend. Many homeowners choose this style of flooring due to its versatility, ease of care and durability. Parquet flooring is an attractive flooring to have in your home, whether you prefer a herringbone or chevron pattern.

❓ How much is the cheapest laminate flooring?

👉 Laminate Flooring Prices

CategoryCost/sq. ft.Selection
Cheap$0.99 - $1.29Poor
Low-cost/Basic$1.30 - $2.49Very Good
Mid-price/Better$2.50 - $3.49Excellent
High-cost/Best$3.49 - $4.00+Good

❓ How much is laminate flooring per square?

👉 Laminate flooring tends to cost $2.70 to $11 per square foot depending on the quality of the flooring. Also be sure to budget $4 to $8 for labor and installation per square foot installed, depending on labor costs in your area. Labor costs should also include underlayment for the flooring.

❓ Is laminate better than parquet?

👉 Unlike laminate flooring, parquet flooring can be sanded down (even the multilayer version), meaning that it is longer-lasting than laminate flooring, but is more expensive to purchase initially. However, the higher price pays off thanks to its potentially longer service life.

❓ Is laminate parquet flooring good?

👉 Parquet-style laminate flooring creates the same effect as a wooden floor but at a fraction of the cost. Available in a variety of thicknesses and tones, it is water-resistant, low maintenance and easy to clean. This makes it well suited to kitchens, hallways and reception areas.

❓ Why do people not like parquet floors?

👉 It does not take much for your precious parquet floors to be scratched by a small, sharp object, and once it is scratched, repairing the floor can be difficult and expensive. Stilettos should never be worn on parquet floors because the pressure from walking on them is more than enough to cause scratches.

❓ Does IKEA have laminate flooring?

👉 Here's what you need to know if you're considering installing laminate floor from IKEA: 1. IKEA's floor is really a great value. It's a lot cheaper than what you can find almost anywhere else (it's about $1.15 a square foot).

❓ Is it cheaper to tile or laminate?

👉 Tile and laminate are both smart flooring choices, with ample varieties to suit any budget. Tile is generally more expensive but also more durable than laminate. Laminate is less expensive and better suited to DIY installation.

❓ Is laminate cheaper than wood floors?

👉 Not only are the materials themselves cheaper, but laminate wood installation cost is, on average, 50 percent less than hardwood installation. Laminate flooring can cost $3-$7 per square foot, including installation.

❓ What are the disadvantages of laminates?

👉 Disadvantages of Using Laminates

  • Laminates are difficult to recycle.
  • If the top layer get worn then whole laminate sheet has to replaced.
  • If laminate sheets are used for flooring, then it's create very slippery surface.
  • Laminates are brittle hence they are prone to clipping.
  • Laminates are difficult to bend.

❓ Do people still use parquet flooring?

👉 Although parquet flooring fell out of favor in the seventies, modern varieties give homeowners flooring options that look luxurious — without raising the flooring bill. Today, you can find parquet arranged in diagonal herringbone patterns, as well as the traditional basketweave pattern.

❓ What is parquet laminate flooring?

👉 Parquet laminate flooring is a popular trend. Many homeowners choose this style of flooring due to its versatility, ease of care and durability. Parquet flooring is an attractive flooring to have in your home, whether you prefer a herringbone or chevron pattern.

❓ How much does parquet flooring cost per m2?

👉 Parquet flooring cost per m2 Type of flooring Unit Price - Range low Price - Range high Average cost. (+VAT) Engineered wood flooring Per m2 £75 £100 £87.50 Luxury Vinyl Tile £55 £100 £77.50 Laminate parquet £20 £35 £27.50

❓ What is the best laminate flooring for a cheap price?

👉 Wood-look laminate, in particular, seems to offer a polished look at a bargain price. Our top choice for inexpensive flooring is the TrafficMASTER Lakeshore Pecan 7mm Laminate Flooring.

❓ Is parquet flooring warm underfoot?

👉 By its very nature, parquet flooring creates a natural, cosy atmosphere in any room. And when it comes to being warm underfoot, real wood flooring is unbeatable. As real wood flooring, parquet flooring needs to be properly maintained in addition to regular cleaning.


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