Can you put a toilet on a floating floor?

If you're installing a new floor, pedestal sink, and toilet, you should install the laminate flooring first so it's under the sink and toilet. Because laminate flooring floats above the sub-floor on top of underlayment, it will expand and contract slightly with the temperature and humidity of the room.

Can I put a toilet on top of vinyl plank flooring?

It's considered best practice to always put a toilet on top of the flooring, whether the floor is made of wood, vinyl, tiles, etc. Not only will placing the toilet on top of the vinyl plank flooring generally look better, but it also ensures that the weight of the toilet is held by the floor and not the pipes.

Can you put a bathroom vanity on a floating floor?

Installing a bathroom vanity on a floating floor will inhibit contraction and expansion of the same floor in different weather conditions; as such, the vanity will be overly heavy, restricting the floor's ability to expand and compress.

Can you install cabinets on a floating floor?

YES. Cabinets can be installed on top of LooseLay flooring that was installed with a full spread of adhesive. PRO TIP: Install the cabinets first if you believe the cabinets will remain a fixture years longer than the flooring.

Can you use plank flooring in bathroom?

Vinyl plank flooring offers an outstanding alternative to other flooring materials such as tile, wood, or even natural stone. The reason behind this is that vinyl is water resistant, comfortable, warm to the feet, and quite inexpensive. These attributes make it a superb flooring material for your bathroom.

How to install laminate around a toilet and other round shapes

Does toilet flange go on subfloor or finished floor?

The toilet flange needs to be on top of the finished floor. Meaning the bottom edge of the flange needs to be on the same plane as the toilet. So if your toilet sits on the tile, the flange needs to be on top of the tile too. The spacing of the toilet exit "horn" and sealing surface is designed for this height.

Does a toilet have to be vented?

“Does a toilet need a vent?” And the answer is yes, your toilet has to have a vent. For more information on the great importance of plumbing vents, read our plumbing vent article here. And the size of this vent pipe depends on your local plumbing code.

Should I install flooring before toilet?

If you're installing a new floor, pedestal sink, and toilet, you should install the laminate flooring first so it's under the sink and toilet. Because laminate flooring floats above the sub-floor on top of underlayment, it will expand and contract slightly with the temperature and humidity of the room.

How do you lift a floor to lay a toilet?

Remove the toilet by gently rocking the bowl back and forth until it loosens from the wax ring it sits on. Firmly grasp the toilet bowl, lift up and remove it. (Lifting by the tank can cause damage or separation from the bowl.) Gently set the toilet to the side.

Should you tile under a toilet?

The bathroom fitters are unanimous—if you're looking for a high quality finish, with a better seal against water damage, then always tile the floor first.

Does a toilet flange need to be screwed to the floor?

Closet (toilet) flanges must be 1/4" above a finished floor. This is so the wax ring seals properly to the flange and the hub on the toilet. If a proper seal is not achieved it will result in leaking. If the flange is lower than or flush with the floor they make foam rings that cover the distance for a proper seal.

Is laminate flooring good for bathrooms?

Laminate can withstand drippy towels and stand up to heavy traffic and dropped curling irons. It also resists even the toughest stains, from makeup to nail polish. Some manufacturers do not recommend putting laminate in the bathroom due to the worry of water damage.

Is waterproof vinyl flooring good for bathrooms?

Waterproof flooring like vinyl or tile offers the best of bathroom flooring. In addition to being waterproof, these options are durable, low-maintenance, stylish, and cheaper than real stone or wood. Waterproof vinyl and tile each win the title of best bathroom flooring.

What do you put under vinyl flooring in a bathroom?

If you're putting down domestic vinyl, then underlay is not needed. You will need to put down some plywood ideally 6mm, then the vinyl. I wouldn't recommend putting vinyl on top of floorboards direct because in time you will get problems.

Do you put floating floor under dishwasher?

While refrigerators and stoves can be removed easily to install the flooring, the same cannot be said for kitchens with a dishwasher. However, it is possible to install laminate flooring under a dishwasher without completely disconnecting it.

Can you put a kitchen island on a floating floor?

You cannot install a cabinet or island on top of a floating floor. The weight will create a pinching point and will buckle the floor. As you install your kitchen island, your biggest concern is preventing the laminate floor from buckling.

Can you screw into floating floor?

Nailing laminate flooring is not recommended, but screws can be used if you approach it carefully. If you can avoid it, it's best not to make holes in your laminate at all.

Which way should vinyl plank flooring run in bathroom?

If you're using vinyl plank flooring on steps, you'll need to run the planks horizontally. You'll want to run the planks in the same direction along the floor next to them to create a seamless look.

What is a toilet ring?

The wax ring is exactly what it sounds like: a ring made of sticky wax that helps form a watertight seal between the bottom of the toilet and the sewer pipe. It requires no maintenance and can last 30 or more years, often as long as the toilet itself. But sometimes wax rings can dry out, crumble, and fail prematurely.