After being laid off from my job during Covid I spent the time laying floor in my entire townhouse. By the time I reached my 3rd room I was ready to go pro. Everything you said in this video is spot on including the small shrapnel comment. I just completed 2 bathrooms in another project last month in a new home. Glad you’re back..
Oh Covid, how we don't miss thee. I was also laid off, that's when I went feet first into the channel. Sounds like you also made good use of your time off! Once you get rolling like that's it's pretty satisfying. Good to hear you're still at it, and thanks. I appreciate it
It is wonderful to see you posting videos again. Thank you for the laminate flooring for beginners' tips. Very helpful and I love the little jokes haha 'reach around' lol
Very nice. I did my first a bit ago. So fun & I felt so accomplished after. Thanks for the clear tutorial. I especially liked going shopping with you to learn what to buy.
No problem, glad I could help! For a bathroom make sure to use a vinyl plank, the installation process is basically the same. Good luck on your projects
I want to do this so bad but our condo is old and I know the floors won’t be level. I’d have to do the self leveling step you mentioned. Which I’m not going to attempt. Love the way you explain things though! Definitely a visual learner and love your videos 😊
Too bad, it does add another step of complexity to it, that's for sure. I may be able to show that step in the future when I get my place as I'm expecting very uneven floors. I'm glad you enjoyed the rest of it tho! I'm visual myself as well!
One thing you need to be careful of is expansion and contraction. That is what the spacers are for ;o) Also check the maximum length the manufacturer states. It is a good idea to open your packs up when you get them home so you can check the pattern and colour matches and when installing you get to chose complimentary boards rather than just leaving it to luck. This can make or break a floor as it can hi-light the joints between the boards. A vac is a good tool to have on hand to make sure you have no scraggly bits on the tongue and grooves. The way flooring companies work (in the UK at least) is they buy a couple of shipping containers worth of boards from a manufacturer. The manufacturer then retools and if you buy the last of them you will never get more. Nor will you be able to replace if it gets damaged so buying extra is a good plan (especially if the store does returns) and keep a few boards just in case! ;o)
All of that is very true. All the little things to watch out for depending on where you live and your access to it, never knew that stuff but it makes sense
Awesome video! Very thorough, with the most important tips and tricks, yet short and to the point.
Thanks.
Thanks. I tried to make it full of info and not drag on.
After being laid off from my job during Covid I spent the time laying floor in my entire townhouse. By the time I reached my 3rd room I was ready to go pro. Everything you said in this video is spot on including the small shrapnel comment. I just completed 2 bathrooms in another project last month in a new home. Glad you’re back..
Oh Covid, how we don't miss thee. I was also laid off, that's when I went feet first into the channel. Sounds like you also made good use of your time off! Once you get rolling like that's it's pretty satisfying. Good to hear you're still at it, and thanks. I appreciate it
It is wonderful to see you posting videos again. Thank you for the laminate flooring for beginners' tips. Very helpful and I love the little jokes haha 'reach around' lol
Thank you, it's good to be posting again. Lol it just came out that way and I wasn't going to re-record it because it worked
Great video brother! Glad to see you are doing better!!!
Thanks man, appreciate it! Still working on it but have to get back on the horse sometime
Very nice. I did my first a bit ago. So fun & I felt so accomplished after. Thanks for the clear tutorial. I especially liked going shopping with you to learn what to buy.
Thanks! It is very satisfying, isn't it? I'm glad you tackled it
As usual you have done a brilliant job. I so enjoy your videos ❤
Thank you very much I appreciate it!
Thanks for this video. I really want to tackle this project myself for our bathroom and hobby room.
No problem, glad I could help! For a bathroom make sure to use a vinyl plank, the installation process is basically the same. Good luck on your projects
Man, you're knocking on 100K!! 🙏
Shhhh, don't scare it off lol it's been a slow process unfortunately. But thanks!
I want to do this so bad but our condo is old and I know the floors won’t be level. I’d have to do the self leveling step you mentioned. Which I’m not going to attempt. Love the way you explain things though! Definitely a visual learner and love your videos 😊
Too bad, it does add another step of complexity to it, that's for sure. I may be able to show that step in the future when I get my place as I'm expecting very uneven floors. I'm glad you enjoyed the rest of it tho! I'm visual myself as well!
@@JessedoesDIY okay! Looking forward to you finding uneven floors all so you can make a video about it 😆 but also, 😔 I’m sorry
Haha OK, well here's hoping I guess
Been waiting for ya!! Nice video bro!
Thanks man!
Looking great. And good to see you.
Thanks and thanks!
My aunt's house in GC has that exact same flooring that was underneath your carpet. Typical Cairns.
Really? It's umm....loud, I guess is one way to put it lol
Great job!
Thanks!
Thanks.
I see a silver plaque in your future. 👏
Awesome!!!
Yeah it is!
One thing you need to be careful of is expansion and contraction. That is what the spacers are for ;o)
Also check the maximum length the manufacturer states.
It is a good idea to open your packs up when you get them home so you can check the pattern and colour matches and when installing you get to chose complimentary boards rather than just leaving it to luck. This can make or break a floor as it can hi-light the joints between the boards.
A vac is a good tool to have on hand to make sure you have no scraggly bits on the tongue and grooves.
The way flooring companies work (in the UK at least) is they buy a couple of shipping containers worth of boards from a manufacturer. The manufacturer then retools and if you buy the last of them you will never get more. Nor will you be able to replace if it gets damaged so buying extra is a good plan (especially if the store does returns) and keep a few boards just in case! ;o)
All of that is very true. All the little things to watch out for depending on where you live and your access to it, never knew that stuff but it makes sense