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best or favorite underlayment for vinyl flooring

DoRight | Posted in Construction Techniques on

What is the best or preferred, or favorit underlayment for vinyl flooring.  Long ago particle board was often used.  I suppose that is still fine and cheap if there is no fear of moisture.

thoughts?  Thanks.

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    BossHog | | #1

    1/4" Sureply.   Avoid using

    1/4" Sureply.   Avoid using cheap luan.

    1. DoRight | | #2

      Thicker

      Thanks Boss.  It is good to have a brand name.  I am wondering if you can get a thicker underlayment.  I would like the transition to carpet to be closer in thickness and ususally carpet comes in at abotu 3/4 inch thick (carpet and pad).

      Feel free to tell me i am missing something regarding proper install or Best Practices.

      Thanks

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