There are a variety of underlayment types including foam and cork underlayment plywood hardboard and cement board.
Vapour barrier carpet underlay.
If your floor is concrete then you will more than likely need to purchase a separate moisture vapor barrier to protect it from well moisture.
So what underlayment should i get.
The durable top surface is flat and can support finished floor applications such as laminates carpet engineered vinyl planks and engineered floating hardwood.
There is underlay for many different requirements such as fibre underlay for carpet to foam underlay which is suitable for wood laminate and carpet.
Any kind of persistent moisture will allow mold to get a foothold and soon ruin carpet or wood flooring.
Drybarrier adds warmth and creates a vapor barrier with a 1 4 air space between the concrete and finished floor.
Density rebond carpet pad with moisture barrier 13 model 150553486 37.
Again always check the product s specs to ensure that it s included.
For a dry mold free finished basement floor always install a vapor barrier before laying a wood subfloor or carpet pad.
This item is commonly referred to as a dpm damp proof membrane.
Underlay acts as an insulator whilst offering comfort and cushioning under your feet.
It can also be used in conjunction with under floor heating systems along with a paper felt underlay.
However some moisture vapor barriers are included with underlayment such as pergo gold.
We offer a wide selection of flooring underlay types for wood laminate and carpets.
X 3 mm underlayment w sound barrier and moisture barrier for laminate and engineered flooring model qw360b1lt 315.
A 600 gauge vapour barrier underlay to stop moisture rising from a concrete sub floor which in turn could ruin new flooring.