BU534 Overlay flooring systems over a suspended floor (2011)
Product Description
Although overlay flooring systems are generally associated with concrete slab substrates, they can also be laid over a suspended floor. This bulletin focuses on the options for the selection and installation of these systems over suspended timber-framed floors with timber or sheet flooring.
The bulletin covers:
- overlay flooring types, including solid timber, timber composite or engineered, laminate and bamboo
- substrate preparation, including squeaks and creaks, movement, substrate condition and moisture level of flooring
- acclimatising/conditioning
- installation
- cleaning and maintenance.