If you are using rubber underlay, roll it out rubber side down with the paper facing up – if you’re using polyurethane underlay, like the ones we supply, the printed side should face up.
Which side of underlayment faces down?
Once the subfloor is clean and well-inspected, you’re ready to begin. Get started by rolling out the underlayment with the silver side facing down. The tape strip should be flush up against the wall.
Does it matter which way up you lay underlay?
If there is no shiny surface, one side usually has more of an even surface which is made from a thin backing material. This should be face up, so it’s in contact with the carpet. Hence, the spongy material that makes up most of the underlay should be face down, in contact with the floor.
Does the shiny side of underlay go up or down?
The underlay should be laid foil side down (essential to ensure maximum resistance to moisture from the subfloor) allowing a 5cm excess of underlay to run up the perimeter wall. Each roll of underlay should be closely butted-up.
How do you lay silver underlay?
Position the underlayment roll with the silver side down, facing the subfloor. The overlapping side should be towards the open room, and the tape strip should be next to the wall. The underlayment will be positioned parallel to the wall and installed the same direction of your flooring.
Should underlay be stapled?
There is no fastening the underlayment to the subfloor. However, during installation some installers like to fasten underlayment to the subfloor to prevent the underlayment from moving. If your choose this route, staples are a good choice to fasten the underlayment.
Do you need underlay in bedrooms?
If underlay is fitted in bedrooms on the first floor, the underlay will help prevent noise from leaking between levels, as the underlay will soak up the noise and also help to eradicate the sound of feet movements.
Which way up does gold underlay go?
The key to a successful ‘gold underlay’ installation is to make sure the gold foil is facing the right way. The gold side needs to face the subfloor, as any moisture rising from the subfloor won’t enter the underlay OR your flooring.
Do you stick underlay down?
Lay the carpet underlay
It’s important to ensure the underlay is rubber or foam-side down. Try to keep the underlay as straight (and bump-free!) as possible and secure in place – either by stapling inside the gripper or by using an effective adhesive.
Does laminate underlay need to be taped?
The answer is no. We recommend to use duct tape as every hardware store carries this product. Some manufacturers sell specialized tape for underlayment but there is no extra benefit.
