Looking for help on your subfloor prep? In our new video, Daniel Elbrecht, The Master's Craft Technical Director, covers several important topics on preparing subfloor for hardwood flooring, as well as tips for engineered hardwood floors installation and acclimation.
A crucial step in hardwood flooring installation is the very first one - subfloor prep. Learn how to check floor flatness, how to check floor level, the process of engineered wood flooring acclimation, and what is an acceptable moisture readings for your subfloor.
0:00 - Click a link below to jump to a topic! 0:21 - STEP ONE: Read the Instructions 0:52 - STEP TWO: Subfloor Prep 1:12 - Is Your House Environment Correct? 1:26 - Subfloor Checklist: Four Rules 2:02 - STEP THREE: Acclimation Specifications 3:02 - STEP FOUR: Moisture Measurements 4:21 - Using A Moisture Meter 5:05 - STEP FIVE: Checking for Flatness 6:00 - Using A Box Level to Check for Flatness 6:51 - STEP SIX: Inspect & Clean the Subfloor
