Subfloor Preparation
Learn how to competently identify, repair and prepare a subfloor for floorcoverings Supported by manufacturers, this compact course has a mix of theory, practical demonstrations and delegate involvement. This course includes preparation of timber and solid substrates
Course content - What will you learn?
Knowledge
- Recognition of subfloor types and how they affect installation
- An overview of subfloor moisture testing and equipment
- Subfloor preparation options including fabricated underlays, DPM’s, moisture vapour suppressants, isolator membranes, primers, smoothing compounds and renovation systems
- The tools, equipment and PPE required
- The importance of correct material selection for the substrate
- The effects on the products based on its environment
- An Introduction to subfloor preparation products, how they behave and their limitations
Skills
- Proper use of tools, equipment and PPE
- Accurate material selection (Moisture suppressants/Smoothing Compound)
- Correct preparation of wooden subfloor (fabricated underlays)
- The correct application of various Moisture suppressants and primers
- Precise mixing and application techniques for smoothing compounds
- How to effectively use repair mortars (overview)
- An introduction to renovation system (overview)
Behaviours
- Confidence in correct products, tools and equipment selection
- Confidence in product performance based on correct subfloor preparation techniques
- Confidence to communicate and advise on subfloor preparation options
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