5 Reasons You Need Underlayment for Your Wood Floors

Whenever you're installing a brand new wood floor, you'll want to be certain that you opt for the most beautiful wood possible. But as gorgeous as they are, your wood floors will eventually begin to wear out. One approach to make them survive would be to add an underlayment.

Provides Stability

Stability important to your wood floors. A busted floor is not as secure as it needs to be. Plus, whenever you replace the older timber flooring with newer planks, you might damage the subfloor beneath the timber. Adding an underlayment can prevent harm from lack of equilibrium.

Cushions the Floors

The cushioning effect provided by the underlayment makes the floor a lot easier to walk on. Over time, foot traffic will probably create your wood floors to put on down, fortunately, underlayment can slow down this process. While you will need to repair, refinish, or replace your floors at some point, an underlayment will help them last longer until bigger maintenance projects are demanded.

Reduces Noise

If your hardwood flooring start to create sound, the sound can quickly grate on your nerves. With an underlayment in place, you can make those sounds stop. It is particularly important to add one when your children and pets running around the home, which may make the noises louder.

Controls Moisture Damage

Moisture can be an issue year-round. Plus, there's always the possibility someone might spill water or some other liquid on the ground. Adding an underlayment helps control moisture damage, particularly from humidity.

Helps Insulate the Floor

When it is cold out, all you want to do is to keep your toes warm. Socks and slippers are excellent

solutions, but what if you would rather walk around at home while barefoot? An underlayment helps keep your wood floors warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer by providing an excess layer of insulating material between the wood surface along with the subfloor.

Hardwood Flooring Installation and Care from Westminster Floor Sanding

At Westminster Floor Sanding, our commitment to quality installation is clear in all we do, which is precisely why our customers consistently rate us as one of the top contractors in the region. If you're ready to talk with someone concerning your hardwood flooring project, we want to hear from you! Get in touch with us 020 3151 9117 or send us a message here.

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