5 Key Steps to Reduce the Cost of SPC Flooring

SPC flooring is becoming more and more popular in the building materials market due to its simple installation method. If you want to effectively reduce costs in the entire process of SPC flooring self-installation. Don't hesitate, this article should help you reduce the cost of SPC flooring.

5 key steps to reduce the cost of the entire process of SPC flooring self-installation 

1. Accurate ground pretreatment 

Ground treatment: You can use self-leveling cement or leveling mortar to treat the ground. Make sure that the flatness of the ground meets the requirements for installing SPC flooring.  

Moisture-proof treatment: Lay moisture-proof mats in the basement or wet area before installing SPC flooring. This can avoid the expansion and deformation of the floor due to moisture penetration.


 

2. Make a good material planning plan 

Calculate the amount: Increase the corresponding floor loss according to the room area. This can avoid the transportation and time costs of multiple replenishments. 

Pre-laying screening: After unpacking, classify by texture and color difference. If there is a defective floor, it should be used under the bed or in the corner area first. 

Cutting skills: If the budget is sufficient, give priority to using professional cutting tools to ensure neat edges.
 

3. Adopt scientific installation methods 

45-degree oblique push method: Insert the long side of the floor into the lock slot at a 45-degree angle. Then use gravity to naturally buckle and install the floor. 

Staggered laying principle: stagger the short side joints of adjacent floors to enhance stability. 

Tool assistance: use a rubber hammer to tap the edge of the floor to assist the lock to close, instead of glue bonding.
 

4. Control of expansion joints and temperature 

Reserve expansion joints:  Reserve appropriate expansion joints on the wall to avoid extrusion deformation caused by thermal expansion and contraction. 

Environmental adaptability control: Environmental adaptability control: It is recommended to let the floor stand for 24 hours after arrival before paving. This can reduce the size changes caused by temperature difference after installation.


 

5. Acceptance and post-maintenance 

Acceptance: check the flatness and lock tightness every 4 rows. If there is any abnormality, adjust it in time to avoid large-scale rework.

Maintenance: Use scientific humidity control, cleaning methods and furniture handling techniques. This can extend the life of the floor and reduce maintenance costs during the warranty period.

Through the above five steps, the project cost can be effectively reduced. If you need more detailed floor solutions, please contact our floor service team.