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Can you reuse laminate underlay?
Laminate: Not recommended under floating floors. You may reuse the underlayment for your new floor, provided it’s in good shape.
Do you need to replace laminate underlay?
Most of the time, you shouldn’t reuse old underlay. We recommend that you buy and fit new underlay at the same time as your new flooring. Old underlay can disintegrate as it ages, as well as harbour lots of dust and dirt.
Can you use underlay twice?
No, it is not recommended to install a thick or double layer of underlayment with laminate flooring. If you install any additional underlayment, the base for your flooring will end up being too soft and could jeopardize the integrity of the locking system.
Can I reuse my carpet padding?
Most padding will become worn, dirty, or smelly after several years of use. However, if your carpet padding is relatively new you may be able to reuse it.
Should I replace underlayment?
Underlayment is a necessary element underneath many types of flooring. Sometimes, this underlayment will need to be removed and replaced, such as when there has been some type of damage to the floor or when the finished flooring itself is being changed to update the material.
Can you use carpet as underlay for laminate flooring?
If your carpet is low-pile and is generally flat and in good condition, your laminate can be properly installed on top of the existing floors. It is important to remember that a high quality underlayment will still better serve your flooring than low-pile carpet overall.
Do you need new underlay when replacing carpet?
Usually when replacing carpet you no or almost no new underlay. How? Easy, the underlay shows very clearly where the wear has been, so swap the worn bits of underlay with that from low wear areas. Only if the wear is very serious do you need ANY new underlay (or use the old underlay you have in the attic?).
How can I reuse or recycle carpet underlay?
The old wool felts and hair felt underlays (as long as they have no an made fibres) will rot down – there is a scheme running with using wool carpets as a fertilizer, if it can be done with that- they may be able to do it with the woolfelt. Usually when replacing carpet you no or almost no new underlay. How?
Is it OK to use wood flooring under carpet?
Hello, it’s not advised to use wood flooring underlay for carpets, it’s not designed for this and will only have a negative effect on any carpet you have fitted. Your best bet is to sell the underlay on eBay and use the funds from that for your new flooring. It might also be difficult to recoup what you paid for the underlay initially.