Vinyl Plank Flooring Basement Vapor. Glue down vinyl plank flooring in the basement with vapor moisture. If using vinyl plank flooring in a bathroom or kitchen make sure it is a waterproof version.
It is SUPPOSED TO BE more expensive than laminate. You just lay it over top. Vinyl plank is a floating floor which means you dont ever actually attach it to the underlay.
If you install plywood or other material under the vinylsay to add a little cushion to the flooryoure completely undermining the moisture-resistance of the vinyl and you might void the warranty on the flooring.
If you have a damp basement it is recommended to lay a vapor barrier between the concrete slab and the planks. Most installers will recommend a floating install for plank vinyl because it is such a similar process to laying hardwood. LVP wont carry any risk of expansion. If you have a damp basement it is recommended to lay a vapor barrier between the concrete slab and the planks.
