How to Install Laminate Flooring

Time to update your floor? Learn how to install laminate flooring as Steve walks you through this DIY flooring installation project.

Difficulty Level: Moderate. If you are not 100% confident installing laminate flooring, Lowe's recommends that you hire a professional. Call 1-877-GO-LOWES to learn more about installation services through Lowe’s.

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[tzvibendaniel]

You forgot to put the links for the tools in the description!

[georgerrumph]

Awesome. Outstanding and clear instructional video. I'm confident I can begin my first flooring job. Thank you. I shop at Lowe's every week.

[kingman]

The best thing about this video is no loud, stupid-a** music!

[MariMari-vqhl]

Wow! Very simple and helpful for a homeowner to follow along! Learned some product names as well! Nice job :)

[johnhenderson]

Wow really good video I give it to Lowe’s. I love this guy.

[JaysonElliot]

Where's the "handy reference list" of tools needed that's mentioned at 0:30 seconds?

[Wairuanor]

There's supposed to be a "handy reference list" in the description - but I cannot see it.

[hollywood]

Your video mentioned about listing the items needed at the bottom. Have not seen anything. Please let us know. Thanks.

[moh]

NEED TOOL LIST ! CURRENTLY HAVE HAND STUCK IN TOASTER DUE TO UNCLEAR INSTRUCTIONS !!

SENd HELP~ PLZ

[LubaLuba]

Question I have slab floor not in the basement existing is 9x9 inch vct tiles the plank vinyl is high end and has built in backing should I still use underlayment?? My worry is it being too spongy and possibly damaging itself the underlayment i am thinking of using is Easy Comfort 2mm from Lowes.

[the_jonathan_o]

I'm seventeen and not a homeowner. Just enjoy watching the videos. But if anything, I feel like more explaining should be neccessary for when you cut around poles and or vents. I know for vents it's kinda straight foward. But for those who still have trouble.

[zakhesipho]

Thenk you for showing me tips but how can I stool woodlook tile in randoval?

[MistyWoman]

Off to watch yet another video to learn how to lay this floor down. With or without barriers or underlay.

[yrusonoz]

This is cool...might do this in my house

[josephrob]

Where do you get the transition pieces?

[armandohernan]

First video I see adding culking and that foam road?. Is it necessary?

[livinglifeacademy]

The floor does not snap-together very good

[billiebobbienorton]

Hey Doug Heffernan, you lost me when you said "Hi" !

[TerrieCarter]

Excellent, easy to follow instructions.

[tannerbrown]

When you cut with the saw. What kind of blade. General purpose or a fine cut blade ?