Karndean Cushioned Vinyl Flooring

[graham turner]

Hi
Looking for some expert advice on the correct process for preparing a bathroom which has wooden floorboards ready for Karndean cushioned vinyl flooring to be laid.

I have looked at a number of posts which recommend laying 6mm ply fixed at maximum 150mm centers. I would be very grateful if the 150mm centers bit could be spelled out for a numpty.

Finally, it would also be helpful explaining the applying of the skim coat eg why is it required etc.

Be gentle with me I have enough of her in-doors at me

Many thanks

Graham

 

[mac391]

Hi Graham

Yes 6mm WBP ply is correct.

150mm (minimum, not maximum centres) is the distance between each nail fixing the ply down, which must be "ring shank nails"

A skim coat isn't required unless you have gaps between your ply in which case it is called feather edge and available from specialist suppliers. Instructions on the bag!!