How to install Floorselect hybrid flooring?

[kouta]

Hello, I am looking at installing floor select hybrid 6mm blackbutt hybrid boards in my Kitchen and living rom area as they are one larger area.

a) Can you install the boards first then Kitchen Cabinets on top?

I am guessing not as I assume the floor won't be able to float however looking for your suggestions.

b) The boards will be installed on yellow tongue particle board is there any suggestions for a underlay or similar considering the boards already have a rubber backing?

c) Any other tips or tricks when laying?

Thank you in advance.

[kouta]

thank you Eric. that's what I thought (perhaps Kaboodle may have made end panels already cut)

Anyway, . thanks. what saw blade do you recommend also I see on other posts you also mention using a pva glue?. cheers

[MitchellMc]

Hi @kouta,

The finest tooth saw blade you can find that suits the arbour on your saw. Do you currently have a circular saw for which we could suggest suitable blades? If not, our team in-store can set you up with a new saw and fine-tooth blade. Something like this IRWIN 184mm 60T Marathon Circular Saw Blade IW7071023 would do the job. 

For the PVA, I presume Eric has mentioned using it to seal the cut ends when the core material is exposed. It's always a good idea to seal your cuts to prevent moisture ingress.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

[kouta]

Hi Mitchell yes I do I have a Ryobi RCS18X1.  184mm saw.

cheers

[MitchellMc]

That blade has a 20mm arbour, and your saw has a 16mm arbour @kouta. Our in-store team will be able to check whether it includes an adapter. If not, they'll be able to recommend an equivalent in a 16mm arbour.

Mitchell

[Shields]

Hello, first time researching DIY flooring. Whilst cabinetry should not be installed on the flooring, assuming it’s ok for appliances to be on top of the flooring as would furniture? 

[JacobZ]

Hi @Shields,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

Yes, it would be fine to have appliances and furniture on top of the flooring. The reasoning is that cabinetry needs to be fixed in place, and if the flooring is underneath it, this fixing will go through the flooring into the subfloor, which will restrict the movement of your floating floor. On the other hand, appliances and furniture sit on top of the flooring without being fixed in place, so they can still expand and contract.

I hope this helps.

Jacob