Laminate

Can I use carpet underlay for laminate flooring? It’s definitely tempting to use carpet underlayment for laminate flooring. It’s thicker and thus would probably feel more comfortable to walk on. But although possible, comfort is not the only concern when it comes to the underlayment. Carpet is usually too thick and bouncy to use as…

Why does laminate flooring need underlay? Underlay provides stability, protects laminate flooring, and cuts down on noise. Without underlay, laminate flooring will not last long – and walking across laminate flooring will cause way too much noise! Laminate flooring is a type of “floating floor,” or a floor made with multiple layers of flooring. Underlay…