How To Transition Between Laminate And Tile

Reducer transition strips work the best to achieve an even surface between carpet and tile flooring.

How to transition between laminate and tile. The first step is to cut the track to the right length. Trim the multi-purpose reducer strip to fit level against both the laminate surface and the tile surface using a circular saw or hand saw. Step 2 Mark where to drill holes in the concrete.

You attach the transition strip with glue nails or a special track that you screw to the subfloor. Be sure to watch our Master Class vi. The tile surface will be lower than the laminate surface.

I am laying my floor but I have a transition that I need help with I am going from laminate to tile but the tile is much bigger. In order to make an accurate cut you should place the hacksaw exactly over the marked line. Solid hardwood is a tough one because unlike the other materials it expands and shrinks.

What kind of transition Strip do I need. The ceramic tile needs to be the same height as the laminate flooring so the transition sits level across the two floors. In this video we show you how to transition between different floor heights from tile floor to wood floor installations.

Here is some tips about how to install flat transitions between laminate flooring and tile. A video to empower the average Joe to use tools heshe a. Additionally how much space do you need for a transition strip.

This transition strip covers the edges and results in a clean look and a safe transition between the carpet and the tile. If installing the transition in a doorway cut the track about 12 inch short at each end. If installing the transition in a doorway cut the track about 12 inch short at each end.