We replaced carpet with laminate flooring

[nazpaz]

We've just finished replacing our living room carpet with Allure Trafficmaster laminate flooring. So far, we are pleased with the results Our blog has lots of photos and information about the project - you'll find it linked in my signature below.

[Playtime_II]

I did my Stick and Brick with a floating/interlocking edge laminate floor and for only a couple of short edge separations, I love it. However, I did not want to break out the compound miter saw, table saw, and other wood working tools so I got the Allure with the adhesive edges. YES, I have some short edge separtions, especially in cold weather. But it was easy to cut with a utility knive and install (under the slides!). It is great to keep clean. The dogs don't like it as much. They cant get traction to jump onto the couch. Wearing just socks could be dangerous but those would be the same issues with hardboard laminate or vinyl laminate. Go For It.

[buc1980]

I replace the carpet in the whole FW with laminate wood 3 years ago and I like it so much.

[RollandB]

Very nice change!

[Bendder]

I think it looks great! Makes the room look brighter also it seems.

Mark

[craftyfox]

Looks great! We have a 2007 LKTG,the floor plan is very similar so I was able to show DH what ours would look like with the Allure installed. Maybe one of these days.......

[nazpaz]

Ron3rd wrote:
The only negative I've read about the standard Allure in in regions with huge temperature swings, ie, freezing then heat. Possible to see some separation in these cases.

Since we're fulltime the RV never sits out in the cold without heat on so the issue may be different for us than for a weekender in the north. It that case it's likely a real concern.

[Ron3rd]

The only negative I've read about the standard Allure in in regions with huge temperature swings, ie, freezing then heat. Possible to see some separation in these cases.

[turbojimmy]

Nice work. I read the warnings in the Allure instructions, but the reviews are overwhelmingly positive. I'm going to give it a whirl when the weather gets warmer.

[nazpaz]

DownTheAvenue wrote:
I hope that works well for you, as it does look nice. However, Allure floor tiles are specifically not for use in RV's, and for use in only a specific temperature range. I mention this for anyone reading this thread and thinking about Allure.

Fair enough - time will tell.

I researched this quite a bit - when I google: "Allure Trafficguard RV" I find lots of positive reports on using it. In fact, if there are any negative issues I've missed them.

I suggest that anyone considering it do the same kinds of search and decide for yourself - so far as I am concerned the positive reports carried the day.

[DownTheAvenue]

I hope that works well for you, as it does look nice. However, Allure floor tiles are specifically not for use in RV's, and for use in only a specific temperature range. I mention this for anyone reading this thread and thinking about Allure.

[nazpaz]

docnascar wrote:
Looks nice.

Is there a big difference in weight between the carpet and the flooring?

Don, I think it added about 100 pounds to the camper weight. I used 4 boxes at 36 pounds a box which equals 144 pounds.

I'm estimating that the carpet I took out weighed around 40 pounds - maybe a bit more.

In my case, the extra 100 pounds on the back of the camper will probably be a good thing as I have plenty of towing capacity but am close to the max pin weight.

[docnascar]

Looks nice.

Is there a big difference in weight between the carpet and the flooring?

[Ron3rd]

Looking good! Nice work.

[nazpaz]

RoadAbode wrote:
That's nice looking. Congrats on job well done! Currently RoadAbode just has Linoleum throughout. This would definitely be an upgrade. Were you able to just cut with a utility knife or another type of blade?

It's easy to work with. Just score it a few times with the utility knife and then bend it - it snaps right off. For more complicated cuts I used tin sheers which cut right through it. Aside from the physical part of the project, I'd say if I can do it anyone can do it. 🙂