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Can you put hardwood on concrete?
Though installing hardwood floors over concrete is possible, there are numerous factors to consider before doing so. Installing wood flooring over your slab foundation can be a great idea as long as the slab is properly prepared, and the floor is installed by a professional.
Can you glue plywood directly to concrete?
Plywood can easily adhere to concrete. Plywood is often used as a sub-flooring. It can be installed on top of concrete before hardwood flooring or another type of material is installed. One way to attach plywood to a concrete surface is to screw it into place with concrete fasteners.
What types of wood flooring can be installed over concrete?
If moisture conditions are acceptable, there are three types of wood products available for placement over concrete on-grade or above-grade, engineered glue down, an engineered floating floor or solid wood glued down can be used.
What can I use to glue wood to concrete?
Attaching Wood to Concrete With Epoxy One of the best ways to secure wood to concrete is also the easiest: epoxy glue. There are certain epoxies that are manufactured specifically for wood-to-concrete use, and you can try using one on its own or combined with nails or screws.
Can You glue solid wood flooring over concrete?
My answer to that is yes and it is still warranted. But, the catch is that the solid wood flooring we have that can be glued over concrete and warranted is 5/16″ and 7/16″ solid hardwood, not 3/4″ solid hardwood and can be only on on-grade and suspended concrete. Most 3/4″ solid hardwood is made as a nail/staple down installation.
Why is it important to glue wood to concrete?
Glue adds extra security to ensure a solid installation. Many products adhere to concrete and wood equally well, but choosing the right glue for the application is important for lasting results.
Is there anything that can be glued down over concrete?
Fortunately, however there are many pre-finished and unfinished solid products available which are relatively straight, flat and rack together easily. These products, regardless of species, thickness or width can be glued down successfully over concrete or gypsum-based sub floors.
Which is the best glue down for wood flooring?
However if you take the time to understand the installation of solids, you will be able to offer a more diverse range of wood flooring in glue-down markets. All of Bostik’s urethane adhesivesare recommended for solid glue down jobs. But don’t try to bond solid wood to old adhesive residues, cutback or concrete sealers.