Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring - laminate floor on 2 layers of vinyl?

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fh2000
02-21-06, 02:53 PM
My kitchen has 2 layers of vinyl. Due to asbestos concern, I do not wish to remove any. Both vinyl seem to be firmly attached, no peels, no curls, and no holes.

Is it a good idea to install a floating laminate on top of the 2 layers of vinal? The size will be around 15' X 11'.

Thanks

Carpets Done Wright
02-21-06, 05:24 PM
Yep, you OK to go for it.
fh2000
02-22-06, 10:57 AM
Thanks. My cabinets are all installed. I read that some experts here suggested to have cabinets installed first so the floor will not be tied down by the base cabinets. My base cabinets all have legs that are 2" inside the bottom of the cabinets (from IKEA). So, I plan to put down the laminate floor close to the legs, then cover the edge of the cabinet with toekicks to hide the legs behind. Toekicks will be clicked on the legs and not permanently nailed.

If I install laminate floor starting from the opposite wall with no cabinets and work my way towards the cabinets, when it gets to the bottom of the cabinets right up against the legs, how should I stabilize the end planks? Will they simply "float" with loose ends?