You certainly do not want to attach or glue your new floor right to the existing one, as your new installation will only be as sound as the one before it, and most manufacturers will void their warranty if you do so.
Can you put a new floor over an old one?
Quote from Youtube video: Well a couple different. Reasons. If you have an existing bottle floor and you only have one layer I mean you have one layer of subfloor. And one layer of vinyl. You can go ahead and go over top it
What are the disadvantages of vinyl flooring?
Some disadvantages of vinyl flooring include:
- Cannot be repaired.
- Can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Shorter lifespan than wood floors.
- No impact, or negative impact, on home resale value.
- Difficult to remove, especially if adhesive is used during installation.
- Not eco-friendly; difficult to recycle.
How much does it cost to install 1000 square feet of hardwood floors?
between $6,000 and $12,000
Installing hardwood flooring averages between $6 and $12 per square foot. On average, wood flooring costs between $3 and $7 per square foot for materials and $3 to $5 per square foot for labor. An estimate for installation of 1000 square feet of hardwood flooring runs between $6,000 and $12,000.
