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Lifeproof Vinyl flooring review and product information. Waterproof flooring installation information and facts.
Welcome to the world of Jones Knows! If this is your first time here, my name is Tim and I'm a flooring contractor along with my 2 sons in Florida. I know I know I don't look old enough to have sons old enough to be working with me, I can't believe it either! I promise I'm not breaking any child labor laws they are both over 18!
In this video, Learn about my experiences working with Lifeproof vinyl and similar products like Nucore. I also have a video on how to install Lifeproof and Its competitor Nucore. I've been installing flooring for over 23 years and work with flooring everyday so I'm really familiar with most of the products on the market.
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@johnsimms818 3 года назад

I have installed this in two rooms great flooring easy to install keep groves clean .check the ribs make sure they are cracked or chiped , follow instructions take your time and when you are done admire your new floor. I left two strips on my deck for two months still good .

@tyclute1454 4 года назад

I have installed a ton of this flooring. Have had zero issues. Also have installed a ton of Pergo. Found both to be pretty easy to install. Must say that this stuff is tough. Drooped hammers, screwdrivers. etc on it. No damage.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Its amazing how strong they're able to make these floors. We are always dropping tape measure, no damage. Luckily.

@brianl7321 Год назад

Thanks for this video! My wife and I are in the market for new flooring and considering this product and were worried about the durability with only 6 mil, thank you for talking about your personal experience with it!

@jaredj631 4 года назад

I love sheet vinyl flooring 🤗. I think there are a lot of crappy options, but the nicer stuff i like. It gets a bad wrap

@logicnotfeelings3835 Год назад

I've thought about using sheet vinyl but haven't found something that doesn't look cheap / fake, etc. Any recommendations?

@Jazzyartgirl 4 года назад

Thanks for the informative video! (And your kitty is too cute!!)

@charleswaters455 4 года назад

That's for the honest appraisal. I'll check out your installation vids. My wife likes this at Home Depot. I'm hoping it holds up as we have lots of children and animals.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Most of the products that Home Depot sells are pretty decent. If you sent a link it didn't come through. For kids and pets I always recommend products that are medium in color and textured. Medium colors and textures hide scratching and wear. Really dark and really light colors show everything. Products that are textured hide scratches. You don't want something that's smooth because it will show every scratch. You also want to make sure you put felt protection on all the furniture legs this will also prevent scratches.

@angelmission 3 года назад

We just installed this in kitchen. You are spot on in your describing the product. It is very nice and I believe it will hold up well under normal use (we won't take a grinder to it like i saw in one video). The installation was a bit harder than Laminate that we had installed in other areas. but not a lot harder. We did notice that the long track is easily damaged, so be very careful with it when you are joining it and like you said, don't lock down the end until you have it just right. Overall we did a great job..we did have a little difficulty in doorways...getting it under the jams. A few spots will need a little caulk to hide what molding won't. But, the savings by installing ourselves was necessary and worth it. We are happy with Lifeproof flooring.

@scarlettg6136 3 месяца назад

Love your pride and love for what you do. Thank you

@hansolo7205 4 года назад

You just saved me a bunch of time as I live in a condo. Thank you.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Glad to hear it!

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Glad to hear it!

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Glad to hear it!

@adsthatfly 2 года назад

Awesome and informative video! I’m going to install 800sf this weekend.

@memaw5455 3 года назад

My husband and I installed lifeproof throughout out entire home. We did it ourselves. We love it. Very durable.

@JonesKnows 3 года назад

Its a great floor. Was it hard to install ?

@SR98889 2 года назад

How does it hold up to spills and pet messes?

@suvallejo 2 года назад

I loved the way you explained things! Thank you so much! You look very experienced and knowledgeable of what you're talking about. Max is adorable and having him by your side in the video made it much more fun to watch and added a lot of credibility to the LVP you're reviewing. hahahaahha.

@winstonelston5743 3 года назад

Thinking about this wall to wall in my kitchen, pantry, breakfast and laundry rooms, including under the new cabinets. Most of my living space in my 80-plus-year-old house is red oak hardwood, and plan to replace the vinyl sheet flooring with a light grey or silver-tan hue as a contrast, maybe a herringbone pattern. I will probably use a Home Depot installer to avoid any warranty issues.

@stevenperry4941 3 года назад

DO NOT INSTALL under cabinets, it’s right in the installation instructions, sure way to void the warranty!

@wdj935 4 года назад

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. Which brand do you consider to be high end and easier to install?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Karndean makes some really nice vinyl floors that are a little more expensive and higher end. I just did a video on one of their "loose lay" floors that is the easiest floor I ever installed. I also like Lifeproof for looks and Nucore for ease of installation.

@wdj935 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows thanks! I'll look for the video.

@wayneguy6043 3 года назад

Coretec 12mm

@gimmefuel7268 3 года назад

I will watch more of this guys videos just to see more of the kitty cat. LOL

@tvhsgbb842 4 года назад

Lifetime warranty if you follow the directions, understood. Taking that off the table, this question deals with installing over tile which is all pretty flat, good surface, normal deviations for grout lines. With that said the grout lines still scare a little for thoughts over time and use, heard flooring over time wants to form to what is underneath. Of course don't want to see dips, deviations, etc. Can an underlayment be used (easycut 2mm FloorComfort) to better flatten out those grout lines for the LifeProof floor? Again, understand about the warranty, asking more your thoughts on an underlayment (Pro's / Con's) since you have installed the floor and seen it over time. Thank you for any help/advice.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

So the issue I have with underlayment, besides warranty, is that Lifeproof already has an attached underlayment so when you use a 2nd underlayment there is a good chance that the floor Is going to have to much "give" and will move to much when you walk on it, because of the extra padding. Now, you might say you like the idea of feeling soft on the knee or that this doesn't bother you. You might not even notice it to much if you use a firm product, But the problem you potentially create could be really bad. I can't tell you how many times over the years I've seen people try to do this with laminate because of unlevel subfloors, Mexican Clay, or even just really big grout joints they were worried about. Here's what happens when you step on a floor with to much cushion under it, the joints sometimes start to separate. Locking systems aren't strong enough to hold floors together that flex every time someone walks on them. I would be especially worried about the end joints because of the easy drop down locking systems floors have switched to, the ends of the boards aren't truly locked together. They are just sitting on top of each other. On a personal and embarrassing note, One of the first jobs I installed over 20 years ago was for my sister. I bought her the best laminate flooring at the time (Wilsonart) and the most expensive padding my Wilsonart distributor sold. This was when laminates were fairly new to the market and had to be glued together. Well, that padding they sold me was so thick it was like 1/2" and gave so much, it was crazy . Lol. You could almost use this padding as a mattress topper. Lol. I can laugh now but what a nightmare back then. My sister still talks about it. We installed the floor (remember glued together) with the giant padding. Let me tell you it was a light beech color laminate and the place looked and felt like a basketball court. It was so springy, only thing missing was the basketball basket. It wasn't even a week before my sister called, her whole floor was separating and coming apart. How embarrassing! My own sisters house! Sorry for the long story you got me thinking. Personally, what I would do and its cheaper and you will have a much better result, is fill the grout joints in with a flat trowel and some leveling patch. You can buy a bag and mix it up or they even sell some that are premixed. This way you have a solid surface. This is what I do all the time and what any good flooring professional would do. You may not even have to do that they say that these newer Luxury Vinyl's like Lifeproof won't telegraph grout joints through the floor anymore, but who knows they haven't been around THAT long to truly be tested it over time. Again, sorry for the long answer. Please if you have any more questions just let me know. Thanks, Tim

@tvhsgbb842 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows First, thank you for the quick reply, everything you stated makes complete sense. I am working with about 1500sq feet of space (large living room, three bedrooms, 1 bath and kitchen) that all feeds into each other. Right now their are about 5 different types of tile (horrible looking) so I wanted one water resistant wood looking floor instead that worked in the rooms but also bathroom/kitchen (I bought the LifeProof Alpine Wood prior to seeing your videos). I would have just removed the tile but again its 1500sq+ and in case this stuff (laminate) was ever removed later I didn't want just concrete to be there and instead the original tile so nothing would need to be done immediately if not so desired + who knows what's under their and fixes I would need to do. I have removed a small area of some broken tiles and filled that area in with Henry Premixed patch n'Level to even and level it out, worked nicely and was easy to do. I had some other broken tiles where the living room met an addition to the house, cement was actually broken up there so cleaned it up and as you stated already had planned to use some LevelQuick there to again level/even it all out. Again, the grout lines are not bad, nothing crazy and def. not deeper than 1/8 (even less really, probably 1/16) (I read: Remember, laminate flooring with attached underlayment padding can accept a deviance of 1/8th of an inch over 40 inches.) I just thought maybe the thin 2mm underlayment would give a little more cushion and relieve any possible deviations. But again I completely get what you are saying, you have done this longer than my personal DIY projects so I will take your advice and save some money (cost of underlayment). Do you think I need to fill the grout lines (1500sq+ remember)... I read the same thing in my prepping for this project but again looking over all the styles of tile I have (5 types) they really aren't that protruding or dipping, the largest dips are in the 12x12 tiles (majority are 6x6) and even in the 12x12 they aren't that deep + where all the tiles come together they did a good job of it all being level. As you said about yourself in another video, I too am a perfectionist so any small non-level area I see I freak out. Thanks again for your help.

@dude4173 3 года назад

I just installed 1,450 sq ft of life proof vinyl plank in my house. Easy to install when installing forwards, but backwards was a pain. No idea how it’ll hold up but so far so good.

@fuzzyjem3 2 года назад

How's the floor now. Also under kitchen cabinets?

@stelas9307 3 года назад

Your kitty is adorable. Would you recommend it for kitchen where heavy appliances are used?

@catfish307 3 года назад

I put the Allure in my kitchen a few years ago and have been satisfied with it. I was looking into the Lifeproof to put in 3 bedrooms but now I'm looking into the Nucore you mentioned. The Allure wasn't hard to install but you'd better make sure that it was perfectly where you wanted it and that it was locked before moving on to the next. Going to research the Nucore for installation info now. Thanks for the review

@heatherkevinm 4 года назад

I put down the Allure flooring 8 years ago and it is awesome (I agree it was hard to put down). Is the Lifeproof quality just as good as when it was made by Allure?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Allure was one of the first floating and locking Luxury vinyl's that I installed years ago before it was really popular. I use to be a contractor for Home Depot and I remember one of my installers that worked for me always complained about having to install Allure. Personally I didn't mind installing Allure. I remember telling him to get use to it because this is the next thing. Now LVP is more popular then laminate. I think Lifeproof is way better then Allure when it come to quality and much easier to install.

@bobbartholomew2263 4 года назад

I am curious, I put down a very cheap and thin EVP in my cabin in Michigan (floor is over the crawl space, in the winter there is no heat and in the summer when we are not there there is no AC), but it buckled and contracted a ton. I assumed it was because it was only 4mm and was thinking that the stiffer board (7mm or more) and better quality locking system would fix that. Am I wrong and should I not put this down in a cabin without climate control?

@cream6936 4 года назад

This product does the same thing

@bobbartholomew2263 4 года назад

@@cream6936 you mean same thing g as the 4mm that I put in? Thus, not a good choice.

@cream6936 4 года назад

@@bobbartholomew2263 if u have a ph problem or moisture problem these floors glue start coming out the joints and start buckling real bad

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

You should t have a problem with not having climate control with a thicker LVP (thicker the better) just be SURE to leave a lot of room for expansion at the perimeter of the room.

@smojovi 4 года назад

Thanks for all the grate detail. So what vinyl/pad combo or product would provide the quietest flooring to use in a condo/hi-rise?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

For the quietest I would go with NuCore because they have cork on the back, plus they have an approved pad they sell at floor n decor that they allow. Most brands don’t allow the use of any additional pad besides the one attached.

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

You read from a script very well indeed but I hope you install just as well if not better!

@tiabednarczyk2939 2 года назад

Hello, I am trying to confirm if you HAVE to have a transition in every doorway, even with the same lifeproof flooring is used in both the hallway, bedroom, bathroom 1000 feet of same floor over 5 rooms and 2 baths in order to not void the warranty.

@johntodor3125 3 года назад

Hello. I enjoyed the video and find it beneficial. Mr. Jones, is there a video you have on how I can install this product? - Thanks so much!

@ndvrkevin 4 года назад

I know in your video you mentioned this is not recommended if you're in a condo. What would you suggest for a condo requiring "cork not less than one quarter inch and half in plywood and/or other effective soundproofing material"? Currently we have carpeting installed over the concrete.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

The best option for a condo is to find one without a backing that allows you to put a sound rated underlayment. OR put down plywood then the Lifeproof or Nucore etc with attached underlayment

@jenniferbuzel1622 4 года назад

If you’re applying to concrete on a bottom level you may be fine. I had my upstairs neighbors install hard surface floors above me years ago & they didn’t have any sound barrier & it was horrible. They had to rip them out per HOA regulation. That said, since I lived on the bottom floor, I could install anything.

@wayneguy6043 3 года назад

Carpet

@kennypayne7807 3 года назад

Thank you for your response!!! Where is the best place to purchase solid treads for stairs? Once I remove carpet from stairs; are you stating that I can stain what's underneath and,or purchase solid treads for my stairs. My stairs width are about 33" width.

@ccdoe2441 2 года назад

Would you trust the Home Depot installers to install LifeProof in living room, kitchen, hallway and entryway? Or should I look for independent flooring installers?

@erindrake5641 Год назад

Hello! We are planning to have this product professionally installed throughout our entire home. We have a mix of carpet and ceramic tile currently. We are told we can have life proof installed over the tile. What are your honest thoughts about installing over ceramic in an old house with a floor that likely needs leveled? Thanks!

@aprildestefano343 4 года назад

Beware, it absolutely scratches. Unfortunately, we found this after it was installed. We don't even know how it's happening. New scratches just keep showing up. We're thinking perhaps small rocks wedged in the grooves of our shoes, or furniture. Not sure, but thankfully it has a look of grey wood planks so it looks like it could be part of the faux wear. Otherwise we love it.

@franktartan6808 4 года назад

Thanks a lot. I am renovating the bedroom for quarantine. Will install a vinyl floor. In SW Florida. Thinking of Lifeproof vinyl. Will watch your install video.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

You can’t go wrong with Lifeproof! Its a great quality floor and it has some beautiful colors! Good Luck & Stay Safe!

@franktartan6808 4 года назад

I am preparing the floor. It is terazzo in SW Florida. Checking the flatness and I am using a line and a straight edge 8 foot. Over 8 foot I get up to 3/16 but have gotten a 1/4 in a few places. I doubt I could get it flatter? should I do it anyway?

@jackjansky3176 3 года назад

You need to show several shots of finished floors that you have done.

@bloodcovered777 3 года назад

Hi there! Just want to be clear. I am buying LifeProof LVP Dusk Cherry with 6 mil wear layer for3.19 per sq ft. and having it installed. I went through 8 boxes of different colors to finally choose this one which i love. I saw online they offer one that looks identical on-line called Shea Oak with 20 mil wear layer for 3.49 per sq ft. Its for my house . Im unable to get it fast enough to see if same and nobody at store can tell me if its same except for thicker wear layer. You don't think I need to worry about the thicker wear layer and just trust the 6 mil? Thank you for your time and videos! Stephen

@kimjay2697 4 года назад

Love your videos! Thanks for sharing your knowledge! If you were out here (WA State) we would hire you to install! Question: How would you move a 5’ tall (HEAVY) safe around to install Lifeproof floors so you don’t damage them? You answered awhile back that Lifeproof can handle a large safe (verified by someone who did it- but only gave vague replies about moving the safe & I don’t want to be g him! Lol). Could you maybe video how you move safes like that next time you come across one? And label the video with safe in it because I know (by going to blogs) that there are people wanting this info! Thanks! 👍

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

You want to put the safe on Masonite, they sell it at Home Depot and you cut it to size. It will protect the floor. Lay the floor as close as you can to the safe put the Masonite on the floor put safe on the Masonite (cat walk it use 2 people) lay the rest of the floor where the safe was then slide the safe back into place and either take the Masonite out or you can leave it under to extra protect the floor for the future. I’ll definitely do a video on it next time I come across a safe or super heavy furniture! Thanks for the recommendation and for watching!!

@annalevin2219 4 года назад

Beautiful cat. Very informative video. Thanks. I like shevron pattern.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thank you! Ragdolls are my favorite breed they are so smart and beautiful

@crystal5195 Месяц назад

great video thank you very much

@jonvitrano8394 4 года назад

How does lifeproof LVT compare to other natural flooring like cork or linoleum? We are worried about vocs and off-gassing.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Off gassing was something that happened with the old vinyl not the LVT. Cork or Bamboo is probably the most “green” though

@gimmefuel7268 3 года назад

Jones, we would love your input on something. It’s just my wife & I and our six cats in our house. We have found a Smartcore Ultra pattern that we love. The Smartcore has a 12 mil wear layer. Should we shy away from it though because it’s not a 20 mil ?? The more research we do, we just keep seeing people that say that you SHOULD NOT buy anything that’s less than 20 mil & that WPC is way way worse than SPC. PLEASE HELP!!! Arrrrrrgggghhhh!!! 😣😣🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ All this is driving us crazy!! 😢

@corteltube 2 года назад

Thanks…I am considering this brand…one question…on a different video the guy said whether or not you have a pad on the plank, you still need another pad under…is this true…seems odd…I will have it professionally installed. Thanks for the video.

@RitchieRich77040 4 года назад

♥️ thank you Jones for your informative videos , I'm a new subscriber. Please can you recommend a brand that you feel is as good as LifeProof regarding scratching and dents however is very quiet when you walk on it? Thank you , I don't mind paying a premium for quieting sound sound deadening.

@wayneguy6043 3 года назад

Coretec

@csgarage3682 4 года назад

Great video and Channel My question is about installing it on a 2 car garage Will the floor get damaged with daily driving in and out of the garage? What about the ocasional oil dripp? Turning the tires a little to adjust entering or exiting the garage? Would that be an issue? Thanks!

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

It's not made for that dude but they do make a liquid vinyl paint like material that looks great on a garage floor!

@1bigbucksfan 2 года назад

I am about to install the multi size product in my home. I watched your video on how to center the flooring to your hall. my problem is my hall is exactly 3 small, 3 medium and 3 large for the width. no way to get this centered to the hall and not have a small price on one end

@kellygirl923 2 года назад

Great video. Would you recommend vinyl plank for a bathroom and if so which manufacturer? Thanks

@tootookutefuncrafts3862 4 года назад

Thanks for the video & info! I am going to install this product in my bedroom/office next week. I will watch your install video before I start! I will you know how it goes!!! Wish me luck!

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thanks and good luck. Let me know if you have any questions. Tim

@tootookutefuncrafts3862 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows Hi Tim, I have a question about which way to lay the flooring in a 11'x11' bedroom with a 6'x3' closet, the transition to the carpeted hallway is on the same wall as the closet. Also, should we start at the opposite wall of the doorway?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

So sorry I just saw this comment. No, if your running it across the doorway then start at the doorway. It will be so much easier to do the cuts around the doorway if you start there. Its always harder to end at a doorway when your making the cuts around the door jamb. I hope this makes sense. Tim

@tootookutefuncrafts3862 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows Hi Tim, I am almost finished with my room!! I am loving it & will share pics when complete! So easy to cut!

@eugeneshealthproject 4 года назад

Thank you I just found you and I enjoyed this video I am handicapped and I will eventually attempt this flooring.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it! If you have any questions once you get started I'm here! I'm always willing to help with advice on installing the flooring.

@krismckenzie1802 3 года назад

Tim, I'm putting lifeproof over particleboard. As it transitions into the kitchen it is 50 year old vinyl. Don't want to pull that up for concerns about asbestos. Will that tiny step between particleboard and linoleum "telegraph" through the vinyl plank?

@latoyakinnard4371 4 года назад

Great video! I am getting my Lifeproof vinyl flooring tomorrow and this video is very helpful! Do you get a lot of past customers ever complaining about LVF after a few years?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thanks so much! No I haven’t had any complaints on any LVP Flooring I’ve installed. I’ve had people call me back out after a few years and pay me to fix issues with Laminate ( usually after they’ve had a water damage) but never on Vinyl. The stuffs practically indestructible so that helps! Lol Good Luck with your install and let me know if you have any questions!

@latoyakinnard4371 4 года назад

Thank you so much! I am in love with my flooring. What product do you recommend I clean the floors with? After the installation, the floors are very dusty.

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

@@latoyakinnard4371 try a wet swifter

@latoyakinnard4371 3 года назад

Thank you!

@IdiotF0ol 4 года назад

Any suggestions on a diagonal installation of a product like Lifeproof? My wife and I think the look of Smartcore Ultra XL or Smartcore Naturals are the best of all the ones we saw. There's a lot of complaints about installation, but I chalk it up to inexperience and overexperience in similar, but different products. I can't find anything on how to install solid-core on a diagonal install, though, especially with random lengths but a continuous width. Thanks!

@aaroncole69 3 месяца назад

Smartcore is WAY better !

@monalisahall3315 3 года назад

I saw where this is being used in a zero threshold shower application. I know it's waterproof, but I wonder how that works???

@jerrysdiywoodworks6855 4 года назад

I am considering installing this over 12x12 ceramic tile in my kitchen and living room. Roughly 800 square feet. Will this be a problem as far as grout lines showing up over time. Tile is 98 percent flat. I mean a few imperfections here and there but is in really good shape.

@sandywuerch 3 года назад

Love the Kitty Helper ;)

@kellydavidson8123 4 года назад

Thanks for the video--love your cat! We are looking at putting in new flooring in our entire lower level--about 1400 sq ft. Most of the issues I've read about deal with messed up HD orders and bad contractors/ installers. How do I find a really good, reputable flooring installer? What should I look for and what questions should I ask? Also, what's a reasonable install rate per sq ft for tear up, prep and install? Thanks!

@wayneguy6043 3 года назад

Good luck

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

Generally installers from flooring stores alone are reputable and not shoe makers! Buy from them and use there installers and you should have no problems if things go wrong! If it is a diy job you will be dead before you get a resolution from a warranty claim! Just sayin!

@shauncrabb1 4 года назад

Thank you for your video. We have a winter home in Phoenix Arizona that is not occupied during the summer. We turn air conditioner off from May to Nov while we were at our summer home. How well would life proof vinyl flooring hold up to the desert heat in an unoccupied home with out air-conditioning

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

So if was my house I would have no problem with going head with the installation because I'm a risk taker when its for myself.. However speaking to you as a flooring professional it is a bit risky. If it were laminate I would say no way. But, vinyl is tough and not as likely to expand or cupp. I have even installed this flooring on covered enclosed patios without full time air conditioning here in South Florida without any problem. So if you do install the floor leave extra expansion and make sure to acclimate the flooring.

@billwelch7023 4 года назад

Planning on installing 400 sq ft of LifeProof MSI Devon Oak 6x36 rigid core LVP in my mobile home. I use it as a summer camp, so it is pretty much only climate controlled on the weekends in the summer months. No climate control in the winter. I know you can’t guarantee anything, but if this was your trailer, would you install this product for this application ? Hard to find any product that is recommended for these conditions without paying a ton for it. I do want it to look good, but it is still just a camp, lol.

@billwelch7023 4 года назад

By the way, I live in Pittsburgh, PA. , so it can get a bit cold in the winter.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Yes I would totally put it in my trailer. It should be fine! Of course no guarantees lol, but I don’t see it as a problem

@billwelch7023 4 года назад

I was hoping you would feel that way. I was thinking that with the limited space of a trailer, and the rigid core construction in the flooring, the expansion/contraction would not be quite as much of a factor. Like you said, no guarantee, but it makes me feel a little better about the decision getting the opinion of a professional floor installer like yourself.

@billwelch7023 4 года назад

One more question, lol. Being that there is such a wide range of temperature variation, is it still ok to go with the recommended 1/4” wall gap, or should I go with 3/8 to be safe ? Thanks, your help is much appreciated !

@maryhankins4175 3 года назад

Thanks for the video. What underlayment do you recommend for subfloor?

@andrealehtonen139 3 года назад

Best video out there. Thank you

@anandhanilayam3966 2 года назад

Hi,I am looking to replace carpet with vinyl flooring in my second floor, looking for 20 mil water proof,but I want to reduce noise what should I use or put underneath

@johndufton9686 3 года назад

Max is the star of the show!

@kennypayne7807 3 года назад

Do you have video for alpine backwoods vinyl for stairs?

@JonesKnows 3 года назад

No I usually do solid treads stained to match the vinyl because they're more durable. I really don't like vinyl on stairs. Actually I really don't like anything on stairs that uses a stair nose. I think stair nose are nothing but problems and they really don't look that good. I like one piece steps. Some companies make one piece vinyl steps.

@coldbeerlover 4 года назад

Good video! Thanks! I can tell you're an expert. Considering life proof fresh oak. Love the color! I'm concerned about the thin wear layer but I think you made great points. Do have any experience with the fresh oak color? I may have home depot pros complete the entire job (whole house about 1200 sq feet). I couldn't get it to click together well in my test box that I purchased. Thanks again!

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thank You! Fresh Oak is a great color! That’s one thing about Lifeproof they have some GREAT colors! I always say when you’re deciding between some comparable floors in price and specs etc to go with the one that has the best color to you! so you MUST choose a floor that you will enjoy looking at every day!!

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

Tell the youngins it all begins with respect! Treat people the way you want to be treated and right or wrong it's the boss who takes the blame!

@anniehightower7612 4 года назад

This was a very informative video!

@acgdlov3325 4 года назад

I am looking to install this in my bathroom with two splash crazy kids and I live in the redwoods so rocks and pine needles are always tracked in. I have read online this floor scratches easily. Is this the best floor to put down?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

I think you'll be fine. The water wont hurt it at all. and I doubt you & a couple kids will scratch it unless they are in the habit of dragging unprotected furniture all over it. I think the things you've seen online where people say it scratches they are talking about furniture being moved on it with no felt on the legs to protect the floor. You would have to REALLY try and gouge it to get it to scratch, but if you were really worried about it There are ceramic tiles that are pretty much scratch proof, but they are also harder to keep clean and a lot harder to install! The good thing about vinyl is it can be laid down pretty quick & easily and taken up quickly if you don't like how its holding up and you're not out a ton of money for a bathroom!

@user-zs3fl3zw8c Год назад

What do you think is the best vinyl to install and last the longest?

@jaredj631 4 года назад

My dad recommended Mannington adura max he owns a floor store that’s been in the family since the 1940s but it’s quite price. Compared to the life-proof stuff. I live 2k miles from him.

@johnnywong8962 4 года назад

we can produce SPC vinyl flooring for your own design, haha

@BlueOriginAire 3 года назад

@@johnnywong8962 , What is your link, contact info: shipping info.

@maggiejohnson724 3 года назад

Great video! I’m thinking about getting the Lifeproof Blue Ridge Oak LVP flooring installed. What are your thoughts on this style? Thank you!

@SR98889 2 года назад

Did you end up installing this floor? If so how has it held up?

@pattiargoff3824 2 года назад

Can you recommend a brand of durable luxury vinyl plank flooring to use in a work area in a basement?

@jessicaavalos551 4 года назад

Hi! I'm about to renovate all my floors. I'm torn between Lifeproof and Triumph Flooring. Which one is better quality?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

It really depends on which line you are looking at I believe triumph has like 9 different lines and all have different specs! Make sure you are comparing apples to apples

@jessicaavalos551 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows I'm confused now. 😬

@savelinafilemoni8656 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows you should have explained a little more, such as gave a little more detail to the actual question. What would be apples to apples, give insight. Guide her.

@isabelitasingh8525 3 года назад

@@savelinafilemoni8656 I'm sure he'd expound if she responded with her specific needs. She asked him to compare apples to apples bc she didn't specify what exact line of the brands she wanted compared.

@306greeny 3 года назад

Planning on installing these in our home but my question is..is it really toxic because some say that..we’re from the uk thank you all the best..

@davido6063 4 года назад

Just started looking into vinyl flooring and thank you for this video you gave me great insight. I looked through most of the reviews and still have a couple of questions. 1) I know you said it was ok to place on tile floor but what thickness (4mm,5mm,8mm, and etc) would you recommend that looks and feels like real wood but won't have a issues with door areas and transitioning to tile areas? 2) what is the difference between LVT and LVP? Thanks

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

LVT=Luxury Vinyl Tile LVP=Luxury Vinyl Plank LVT looks like Stone or ceramic tile & LVP looks like wood flooring. Anything over 5mm would be fine over tile.

@lisawright572 4 года назад

Was looking at the LifeProof Scratch Stone floor and found some reviews that were a little concerning. My biggest fear is scratching due to two very large dogs. I read to look for a good AC rating and found AquaGuard 12mm at Floor and Decor with an AC5 rating. I do like the scratch stone look but fear scratches. Would you prefer one floor over the other? Price is comparable.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Well I have AquaGuard in my own house So....I have been very happy with it and I have cats that like to run marathons around the house and a 120lb Lab not a single scratch in the 2 years it’s been down. We love it!

@wayneguy6043 3 года назад

Order coretec

@angelmission 3 года назад

The scratch stone is what we just put in our kitchen. Believe me, if you were to get a scratch on this, you would not even know it! This pattern is designed to hide anything! The name says it all...scratch stone! lol...also, the pattern looks like it has white paint splatters, as well...I like the look a lot in my kitchen. It may be a bit much for some people, though. Too me...it's beautiful!

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

@@wayneguy6043 Are you a bank or just a sales rep?

@jonmarcyfisher9580 3 года назад

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@KLC-kv4sb 2 года назад

We are wanting to go with lifeproof and fell in love with the nutmeg hickory- however... it is beveled and with 3 little kids and dogs I fell like this may make it hard to clean. Our second choice was sterling oak however the wear layer is only 6mil- supposedly there is the same exact color though with a 22mil wear layer called Grey Birch- its a special order and only $300 more total. What are your thought on paying the little extra for the extra mil layer and what are you thoughts on the beveled edges? I have friends that keep telling me to look at mohawk waterproof vinyl but Ive already done all the research on lifeproof- I'd hate to start all over.

@DTWCT Год назад

I wanted to do the Mohawk because of that thick wear layer but lowes didn't have them and didn't know when they'd get more. Went with the lifeproof🤷‍♂️

@paulpetrovich6869 4 года назад

I have stick and peel vinyl in my downstairs bathroom. Can I put this above that or should I tear it off before installing? Also if water gets Beneath this will it ruin it?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Yes you can put it over the existing peel & stick . It is completely waterproof so, no, water won’t ruin it if it gets under it, but if you are worried you can silicone the perimeter of the room.

@stevehering8069 3 года назад

Great video I am going to install this product in my kitchen but there is a slight dip or belly of 3/8 inch over 6 foot area is that a concern? And your advice..thanks

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

@@stevehering8069 if its is consistant from end to end you should be ok but if not it could bow on you and come apart at the seems I would recommend adding weight on top as you go and making sure to allow for expansion! I had the same problem and so far so good but my refrigerator holds down one of the ends and a stove the other so that helps!

@waitingpatiently 2 года назад

How does this happen in a room with a lot of direct sun light? Will it cause fading or lifting?

@billhendrix4125 4 года назад

I’ve had two other brands put in a couple rooms. One was NuCore. Both had major issues with the interlocking part. For me, that part would crack/break easily. It was very frustrating. I had to be very gentle when putting them together. Does Lifeproof have this issue? Or was I simply putting it together wrong?

@khanl1 3 года назад

Do Lifeproof product sell shoe moudling? I want to do my 2nd floor which is about 575 sqft. No experience in flooring so watching as much video as I can before I start.

@wpaia 4 года назад

Is $3,400 for just Labor to install 900sq feet. Is it a fair price?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Is there carpet rip up & furniture moving? Is it one open room like a living room/kitchen or bedrooms? Baseboard or Quarter round? If it’s empty and ready with no rip up then yea it’s a little high!

@judichristopher4604 3 года назад

That is $3.78 a square foot!!! Pretty pricey The labor is as much as the floor

@judichristopher4604 3 года назад

@@JonesKnows Right... now that would cost more... More Work.

@dominodResearch 3 года назад

Your a cool guy, thanks for the advice

@tanyason1138 Год назад

Thank you

@fcukgoogle9884 3 года назад

Mine makes clicking sounds in 1 area walking on it, and the area is expaning. I need to contact them

@andrealehtonen139 3 года назад

Can you install over hardwood. I have really really not refinishable.

@libertysoutlook5160 4 года назад

Great channel. I have a safe that is about 300 ibs. Any suggestions?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Thank You! Yes, get a piece of Masonite and put that down on top of the floor under the safe. you can get it at Home depot or Lowes. It's the stuff they sell for garage walls to organize they sell it without the peg holes, that's the one you want.

@shambleschicago 4 года назад

What think of installing this flooring in commercial space like a bar?

@pipcop 4 года назад

I am selling a 40 year old rental house, and thinking about installing this flooring in the "family room", and the kitchen/dining room. What kind of damage ( if any) would you expect to see from dinning room chairs and computer chairs with rollers used on these floors ?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Its important to put felt protection on the legs of all chairs and the floor will be fine. Roller chairs I always recommend putting a clear mat that they make for office desk chairs. I've had the chairs without the mat and not had a problem, but it better to be safe then sorry.

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

How in the world would random withs be easier to install! A puzzle more or less!

@18rms18 4 года назад

Just ripped out carpeting in my basement because we had a little water after a bad storm which soaked most of the pad underneath. I was looking at Lifeproof vinyl plank flooring as a replacment and learned from your video that an underlayment will void the warranty. Do you have any suggestions for a vinyl flooring I can use in a basement with some sort of an underlayment such as DMX Airflow or a moisture barrier? Although we are doing what we can to prevent water in the future I'm still worried it may happen again. Thanks in advance

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

You can put a moisture barrier under NuCore. Lifeproof yes it will void the warranty.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

You can put a moisture barrier under NuCore. Lifeproof yes it will void the warranty.

@angelaliptai7296 4 года назад

Do you need a moisture barrier underlayment if installing in a sub grade basement on concrete

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Lifeproof does not need a moisture barrier. I couldn't believe that they don't want you to use one. So the first time I installed it I looked and researched it for hours and found no exceptions where they said it was okay to use a moisture barrier. So if you use one it will most likely void your warranty. I like to follow manufacture directions for installation exactly how they want you to, so if there is ever a warranty claim they can't get out of responsibly by blaming it on installation error.

@Brandi-U 4 года назад

@@JonesKnows I am so conflicted on this. I thought it did not need a moisture barrier per Home Depot telling me but I was at Floor and decor today and multiple people confirmed that their very similar backed floors needed one and said they would never recommend doing it without a barrier. Although that would be a bit easier to install without. Also I am torn 50/50 between a Lifeproof color and a color I saw today by NuCore. They are both very nice. Lifeproof with their backing and NuCore with a cork backing that they say needs a moisture barrier. With that not being an issue can you please advise me the pros and Cons of the two so I can decide? also My husband an i are very handy. We have done full shower tear out and redos and floating floors etc but we are doing about 1500 sq feet pretty of this. Pretty much out entire bottom floor and I want to try and so it with little to no transitions So I know it might not be possible to have at least 6 inches at every wall. Of course we can adjust the lengths always to account for the 8 inches on the end just not the last long row against all walls. What is your suggestion in this situation.

@jamesragsdale9485 4 года назад

Im also torn between a NuCore product and a a similar product by Pergo. Look forward to your response.

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

If installing on basement concrete use the brand that calls for underlayment! Moisture is not good for anything no matter what they tell you! And trying to get them to honor a warranty, well, you will be dead before that happens!

@Beck-Stein 4 года назад

Does life proof have volatile gas off? Is it EVo-friendly? Thanks.

@BigBadJon1123 5 лет назад

I noticed you referred to this flooring multiple times as a medium quality flooring compared to a low or high quality flooring. In your opinion what brand would you considered a higher quality in the same style and attributes of this flooring and what would make it a higher quality? Just trying to see whats out there and what to avoid from someone who knows flooring.

@JonesKnows 5 лет назад

Lifeproof, Nucore, and Duralux are all store brands. There's nothing wrong with them its just some people prefer name brands. Armstrong, Shaw, Mohawk, and Amtico are all major brands. These name brands may offer more colors, thicker wear layers, ect. It's important to read the product specs because each of these brands may offer different lines within a brand. For example, Armstrong may have a low end line that is lower quality then a store brand. I tell my customers all the time a name means nothing if its lower quality. Sometimes you're better off with a store brand if it rates higher then a name brands low end line. Armstrong is probably going to be one of the best brands. I love Amtico it's probably my favorite but, unfortunately they don't have a locking / floating floor that they sell in USA. I'm not sure why, because it seems like they have a floating line in Europe. I've always done glue down Amtico they're a great company. They will even customize your floor with your families crest or any design or name you want in individual boards that you can use in your floor. Sorry, for such a long answer. I hope I answered your question. Please ask me anything. Thanks, Tim

@tericoulter9230 3 года назад

I've been looking at Lifeproof - seems like it will be a good floor. I'm wondering though - what is your favourite vinyl plank floor?

@Bmwguy2011 Год назад

Luxurious pine

@MACStrengthPerformance 4 года назад

Do i need a humidity gauge to have bamboo flooring in my house in texas? will the lifeproof bamboo planks shrink or expand?

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

A humidity gauge is not required or necessary. If you had one than it wouldn’t hurt to use it but you don’t need to spend a ton of money buying one. Since this is an Engineered floor they have the ability to shrink & expand, but that doesn’t mean that they will drastically enough to cause problems. It is important to follow the manufacturers installation guidelines amongst other things recommends leaving a 1/2” expansion around the perimeter of the rooms and also silicon the perimeter of the room when you finish the install. One of the most important things is to keep your A/C on cool from the time the wood is delivered and keep it at a consistent temp year round.

@PlumbNutz 4 года назад

Vinyl flooring expands and contracts quite a bit in response to temperature but not humidity.

@justinmaurice745 3 года назад

What about setting a pool table on top of it?

@karenaye2841 3 года назад

Is Nucor performance series easy to install DIY?

@JonesKnows 3 года назад

Its easy to install, but it requires that you cut the boards with saws instead of just a razor knife. So as long as you have some saws and don't mind the using them then its a great product to work with.

@KH-bx3jc 4 года назад

Waterproof? Lifeproof....I have a puppy that I intend leaving gated in the kitchen while I am at work until she is trained. If she misses the doggy pad, and I am unable to attend to it for hours, well the urine damage this floor?

@DeadlyVenomKing 4 года назад

Its waterproof on small spills.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

As far as water goes it can't damage Lifeproof I've left it underwater for over a month with no damage at all. Urine I would not want to leave for prolonged periods of time but if its cleaned up within 24 hours you won't have a problem. Let me know if you have any more questions.

@TheVideosmiriam 4 года назад

Can this flooring be installed on stairs?

@TheVideosmiriam 4 года назад

Could you glue it on stairs? Or what is the best options on stairs? I currently have carpet and two big dogs and I don’t know what material I should use on my stairs, I would love wood but with a lot of traffic in my house I don’t think is the best option.

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Sorry RU-vid was not showing me replies to my replies. I don't really like it on stairs. I always do solid oak treads and stain them to match flooring. If you do put it on stairs it must be glued. But you also have to buy a stair nose for the front of step. I'm just not a fan of 2 piece steps stairnose with flooring. Solid oak treads last forever

@johngalt1967 4 года назад

I would like to use this in my food truck, do you think that lack of climate control will affect it badly? I live in the south

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Technically it should have a controlled climate, but I think that since it won't be in a large area it should be ok. Normally ac keeps the floor from expanding and shrinking a lot which would be a really big problem in a house or big room. If it were me I would take the chance and put it in. If you want to put something that is a sure thing you can put in a glue down vinyl product with a 2 part epoxy and you will never have any problems.

@mikewhite9818 3 года назад

Reagan Jeffries Click vinyl has little expansion and contraction. It is a very good choice.

@kaylagoold4053 4 года назад

Thanks for the helpful video! Have you ever installed SmartCORE from Lowe’s? How does it compare to LifeProof? (Specifically the cheapest option, not the SmartCORE Ultra or Pro.) Thanks!

@tuckerhoog9609 4 года назад

I've been trying to see how these two products compare too. They both make similar claims. I can't decide which to use.

@M_Ladd 3 года назад

Get the lifeproof it is better and easier to install!

@privateuser7991 3 года назад

What is the best vinyl flooring overall ?

@helgahinck1679 2 года назад

I love your videos. They’ve helped me more than any others!! I am laying lifeproof and having an issue with popping due to a low spot I didn’t notice. Is there any way to pay a consult fee for a phone conversation?

@milesvance9837 4 года назад

"2" Questions, I'm considering using Lifeproof in my basement, specifically Lifeproof Augusta Wood Multi-Width LVP, it states it has a wear Layer Thickness of 22 Mil, is that accurate?, it appears most of their Home Depot products are 6-12. My other question is can you put LVP on the stairs going down to the basement, I had one person tell me I could, another stated I couldn't. I'd appreciate the feedback. Thx!

@JonesKnows 4 года назад

Yes, I believe Lifeproof has a 22 mil wear layer. Yes you is can definitely put it on stairs they have over lapping stair nose.

@frankiedoor515 4 года назад

First time laying a floor looking at life proof unless you could steer me another direction for an easier one to put in

@rayjump6096 4 года назад

Just put this in a room today in our house and it is absolutely a nightmare to install. Doesn't lock together and doesnt line up correctly. I would highly highly recommend finding something different.