Top 9 laminate substrates

Construction and repair

Repair is always a hassle in the choice of building materials, worries about the process and the final result. The key areas are the floor, ceiling and walls. We are talking about floor coverings, or rather a rough layer for laying laminate - a backing.

After laying the laminate, the substrate is no longer visible, but the service life of the flooring largely depends on its quality. Not all laminate buyers purchase and install a backing board. However, it performs a number of functions: damping, sound and moisture insulation, insulation, surface leveling. Its presence significantly increases the lifespan of the laminate.

Rating of laminate substrates

9 Ventilated underlay "Penotherm" 3.5 mm 12 m²

Roll ribbed polyethylene foam laminated with polymer film.
The ribbed surface of the polymer substrate forms a system of air channels through which water vapor is removed when walking on the floor.

A polymer film on the backing is an additional barrier between the finishing base of the floor and the laminate, and provides additional waterproofing.

Penoterm underlay compensates for small differences in floor level. Creates a level and stable flooring base. Prevents damage to the locks and the appearance of a squeak when walking.

8 Cross-linked polyethylene foam

EcoHeat LDPE underlay belongs to roll materials, intended for installation under laminate flooring. The product acts as an insulating layer between the finishing flooring and the subfloor. The main production material is polyethylene foam. The functions of the underlay are moisture insulation, shock absorption, linear expansion compensation, sound absorption and additional thermal insulation.

7 Substrate for laminate and parquet boards Secura Extra Aquastop 3mm

The substrate is necessary to increase the service life of the coating, and this is at least two times. Also, the substrate acts as a shock absorber, taking on the main load.

A high rate of sound insulation - neighbors below will hear less noise from steps, respectively, and sound insulation from neighbors below will be better.
A high rate of thermal insulation - if the floor is cold and there is a task to insulate the floor as much as possible.
Evens out unevenness in the floor up to 2mm.
Base waterproofing layer - there is no need to additionally lay the film.
Easy-to-style accordion shape 5 times faster styling.

6 Substrate for laminate and parquet boards Tuplex 3mm

The substrate, due to its performance characteristics, significantly increases the service life of parquet and laminate. Underlay Tuplex Original is intended for laminate, parquet:

Prevents moisture penetration by firmly sealing the backing strips with a patch flap;
Constant air circulation under the substrate, excess moisture is removed;
Perfectly retains its shape, has a high resistance to deformation;
Expanded polystyrene balls reliably level out small floor defects - 2, 3mm;
Thermal insulation 0.08m2K / W;
Noise isolation 20dB.

5 Underlay for Pergo UNDERLAY FOAM laminate 2 mm

The Pergo underlay is a modern underlay that is used to install laminate flooring. Pergo offers underlayment options for high or low traffic areas, as well as an option used to reduce operating noise.

4 Bonkeel Smart underlay 9000x1050x3 mm

The universal underlay is suitable for any floor covering (laminate, natural wood parquet, linoleum, etc.) The underlay is used to eliminate floor unevenness up to 2-3 mm before laying the floor covering. It has excellent soundproofing and waterproofing properties.This underlay can be used to install the floor in any room - residential, commercial or public.

3 Substrate NPE 5mm 1mx25m (25m2 / roll)

Porileks NPE is a substrate for parquet and laminate. Highly efficient and technologically advanced heat-insulating material of Russian production. The basis - high-pressure polyethylene (low density) - gives it flexibility, high resistance to aggressive building materials. Has a closed cell structure. Does not support combustion, does not emit toxic substances in a fire. It is produced on the latest Italian line using modern ozone-saving technology by foaming with a propane-butane mixture.

Advantages of Porileks NPE substrate
- Smoothes uneven concrete floor surfaces.
- Reduces impact noise.
- Increases the heat capacity of the floor.

2 Axton XPS underlay 3 mm 6 m2

The 3 mm Axton laminate underlay is an important element in furnishing a quality indoor floor. It improves the thermal insulation of the floor covering, reduces the likelihood of extraneous noise when walking, and extends the life of the laminate. Such a substrate under the floor significantly increases its sound insulation, provides the owners with full-fledged comfort. This useful renovation accessory is sold on a roll with a total area of 6 m? at a bargain price. It is important to know that in order to comply with the technology of laying the flooring on a concrete base, you will need a waterproofing film. Film sheets are overlapped and fastened together with special tape. It is convenient to use the same tape for the substrate itself. Advantages: - lightweight, easy-to-use material; - made of durable extruded polystyrene; - can be used at temperatures from -30 to +60 ° C.

1 Cork underlay for Go4Cork laminate 2mm (1x10m) 10m2

Natural cork backing is intended for flooring installations in commercial and residential areas.

This backing is made of pressed cork shavings, without the use of adhesives.

The substrate is made from environmentally friendly materials in Portugal, in compliance with all the strict requirements of the European standard. It has high noise and thermal insulation properties, which will be relevant in any room (commercial, residential).

Advantages:

Cork is ideal for heat and sound insulation. It will feel warm to the touch on its own.
Natural cork has properties that stabilize temperature and humidity; as a natural material, it has a positive effect on the indoor climate and acoustics.
The cork is fireproof enough.
The cork is five times lighter than water, therefore it is suitable for any type of ceiling.
Due to its structure, it is incredibly resistant to damage, therefore it is ideal for a practical substrate.