Looks like I may be replacing the laminate wood planks at Mom's house.
I've never done flooring before - and am not sure I am going to start now.
I already spoke to a local flooring business owner who has a showroom and wants me to pick out a product first before coming out for an estimate. Makes sense to me.
In the meantime, I'm trying to educate myself on the various product options, and what's involved in an installation.
I know this product comes in tiles (LVT) and also planks (LVP). And an underlayment is recommended.
Her entire house was not flooded and it wasn't "that much" water, but I guess whatever water there was will remain trapped until I remove what's there.
The power was off for 2 days. After it was restored I lowered the thermostat to 75, turned on all the fans in the house, and opened up all doors and closets.
The kitchen is vinyl and all the other rooms are carpet and they are OK, thankfully.
Mold is a big consideration right now for me. So even if we live on concrete for a bit, I feel I have to do what I have to do.
Here are photos of what we are dealing with. It's mostly just her living room and the hallways. I will take a measurement today when I go over there.
Since the existing laminate was installed not too long ago, I'm assuming the concrete floor underneath should be in acceptable condition for a new install, once the old planks are removed and the concrete cleaned up.
Thankfully, Mom is not at home right now but at some point will be released to go home from the SNF she's currently at.
Thanks for any info and tips you might have!
