How Dry Does Your Floor Need to Be for Different Flooring Finishes?
Before installing any flooring, ensuring the substrate is sufficiently dry is crucial to prevent failures like adhesive breakdown, bubbling, or warping. Different flooring types have specific moisture requirements, typically measured using Relative Humidity. (RH)
Recommended Moisture Levels for Common Flooring Types:
- Vinyl, LVT, and Linoleum – <75% RH
- Wood Flooring (Solid & Engineered) – <65% RH
- Carpet & Carpet Tiles – <75% RH
- Ceramic & Porcelain Tiles – <75% RH
- Resin & Epoxy Flooring – <75% RH
Note: This may vary depending on the manufacturer, so it’s always best to verify.
How to Ensure Your Floor is Dry Enough?
The best way to ensure your floor is dry enough is to use professional moisture testing (such as a hygrometer test or calcium carbide method). It is always best to plan ahead and you can speed up drying with specialist solutions like ForceDry’s accelerated screed drying systems.
Do you need help achieving the right moisture levels for your flooring? Contact ForceDry today to keep your project on schedule and compliant with industry standards.
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