Laying laminate with chamfer

Thanks to its simple installation method, laminate is one of the most popular floor coverings. Laminate with a chamfer looks like a natural board and has significant advantages compared to conventional laminate. In order to properly lay chamfered lamellas, you need to know the specifics of this material, as well as the methods of laying and installation. A photo diagram of how to properly lay laminate flooring with a chamfer will help with this.

What is a chamfer in laminate flooring?

Laminate with a chamfer, unlike the classic one, has a beveled straight edge. It differs in both appearance and performance characteristics. You can choose a coating of various shapes, sizes and cutting depths. There are panels with two and four chamfers. For a two-bevel board, only the opposite edges are beveled, while for a four-bevel board, they are processed along the entire perimeter. Also, chamfers differ in the type of cut corners. The cut can be curly or straight.

IMPORTANT! The most versatile coating, suitable for any space, is considered to be a laminate with four chamfers. Laying is allowed in almost any direction.

Advantages and disadvantages

The following significant advantages of this product can be highlighted:

• Improved design. Externally, it is very similar to a natural array, which gives almost unlimited possibilities in terms of selecting the design of the room.Laminate can imitate the structure of almost any wood.
• The chamfer covers the junction of the panels, so the seam of their connection is not visible. This is especially true during high humidity and changing seasons.
• Durability. With proper flooring, the service life of the coating is about 10 years.
• Increased strength. The top layer of the panel is thick enough to form a bevel.
• Dock security. The beveled edge is treated with a special compound that enhances the strength of the product.
• It is possible to lay it on uneven surfaces within moderate limits.

Among the disadvantages, one can highlight the much higher cost compared to conventional laminate. There is also a controversial opinion that dirt can accumulate in the holes between the boards.

What tools to prepare

Before you start laying laminate flooring, you should prepare all the necessary tools so that in the future you will not be distracted by searching for the right item. And also, sort out the types and installation options and choose the right one. So, the workspace should have the following devices:

1. measuring tape and rectangular ruler;
2. rubber hammer;
3. pencil;
4. jigsaw or saw;
5. screwdriver for installing skirting boards;
6. knife;
7. adhesive composition as needed;
8. vacuum cleaner;
9. wooden wedges.

How to lay laminate flooring with a chamfer

There are two common ways of laying boards. Let's take a closer look at them. The method of laying along the walls assumes that all the boards are located parallel to one of the walls. To visually expand the space, it is better to make the flooring parallel to a short wall.

In the diagonal flooring method, the panels are laid at an angle to the walls, which is determined only by the personal preferences of the customer.Among the disadvantages of this method is that during installation a lot of unused scraps remain. However, the drawing itself turns out to be more interesting compared to the first version of the flooring.

ATTENTION! The basic principles of laying a chamfered coating are exactly the same as for a conventional laminate. However, there are a number of features that need to be taken into account.

Installation

The installation technology is simple and straightforward. The following sequence of actions must be followed:

1. First you need to level the surface. In most cases, this stage takes longer than the installation itself. All obvious irregularities in the concrete screed should be carefully eliminated.
2. Underlayment flooring. It is pulled and fixed on the sides. It is better to leave an unfilled space of about 1.2 mm wide along the walls. The substrate is laid perpendicular to the material without overlap.
3. Wooden blocks are also installed along the walls.
4. Installation should begin from the farthest corner. The panel is placed with the tongue in the direction of joining the second row. Then on the second row the panel is cut so as to obtain a spacing of the joints.
5. A short section is placed in the second row and the installation of two rows is continued at the same time. The lower part of the fastening is lubricated with a thin layer of glue. After fixing, the edge is cleaned with a clean cloth.
6. The most popular and in demand is the Lock fixation. The joining of the panels is done by tapping the end using a wooden block and a hammer. In this case, no glue is required. However, this method requires experience in aligning the joint.
7. Also popular is the CupsClic system, which allows you to connect the plates by simply clicking the lock. The chamfered panel is inserted into the tongue at an angle of 40 degrees and then returned to the horizontal position.

REFERENCE! When purchasing laminate with a chamfer, special attention should be paid to the locking connection.

How to bypass communications

The greatest difficulty in flooring for beginners is getting around communications. To do this, you need to place the board as close to the pipe as possible and draw its intended location with a simple pencil. The distance from the edge of the wall to the center of the pipe can be measured using a ruler. Next, you need to cut a hole of the intended shape. Using a jigsaw you can cut straight sections, and a round hole with a milling cutter.

In this case, it is necessary that the diameter of the hole be 15-20 mm larger, i.e. so that the laminate is not positioned flush against the pipe. This will make it possible to lift the board and insert it into the lock. The cut piece must be saved. In the future, it can be inserted into the resulting gap or use sealant. You can also purchase special dies in stores that close the resulting hole between the laminate and the pipe. Thanks to the wide range of colors, they can be matched to any floor color.

Manufacturers offer a large selection of floor coverings with different characteristics. The chamfered coating is considered more wear-resistant and durable compared to conventional laminate.