In the process of carrying out repairs in the premiseseverything has to be changed, from the walls to the floor covering. The success of further exploitation of such a base depends on how well the surface under your feet is designed and what materials are used for this. A properly laid floor in the living room should be strong, durable, and able to withstand high loads every day.
Types of floor coverings:linoleum, tiles, wood, parquet board. When choosing a suitable material, you should monitor not only its quality indicators, but also the color scheme of the walls and ceiling of the room. There are many options for flooring. The most commonly used samples are:
- parquet;
- laminate;
- ceramic tile;
- linoleum;
- carpet;
- vinyl;
- bung;
- porcelain tiles;
- floor board;
- Self-leveling floors.
Parquet and its features
Parquet board diagram.Parquet flooring is a classic interior design option. It is beautiful, practical, and easy to maintain. Timely care and treatment with special products significantly extend its service life. It is very good for rooms furnished with natural wood furniture. Parquet flooring allows you to install heated floors in the room. Installation attributes:
- a hammer;
- roulette;
- a jigsaw;
- drill;
- wedges;
- saw;
- pencil;
- nails.
Parquet flooring must be laid under stable conditions.temperature, not lower than 10°, and suitable air humidity, less than 60%. The floor is pre-leveled, plywood sheets are laid on it, which are fixed with screws or adhesive. After such smoothing and complete drying of the base, glue is evenly spread on the finished surface, onto which the parquet is glued. For a tighter connection, a hammer is used, which allows you to make the surface smoother and more even. A small space of 1.5 cm should be left near the walls. The parquet laying process is completed by fixing it near the walls with wooden wedges, after which the surface is thoroughly dried. Return to contents</a>
Laminate and its application
Laminate design diagram.This type of material is easy to install. It can imitate any natural base. However, the wear resistance of the laminate is much lower than that of the previous version: 8-10 years of continuous use, and it requires replacement. The cost of this material is much lower and the replacement process itself will not cause any special troubles. A mandatory condition before starting work is the acclimatization of this material, for which it is left indoors for 2 days in a closed package. Important installation tools will be:
- a jigsaw;
- a hammer;
- ruler, pencil;
- bar for cutting material;
- wedges for struts;
- a film from polyethylene;
- lining material, providing good sound insulation.
Laminate flooring in the living room can be laid on concrete,parquet or linoleum. The surface layer should not be damp and uneven. Laminate flooring is installed so that the light rays illuminate the surface with parallel seams. Covering a concrete floor with this type of material involves using a film material to create a vapor barrier layer and a base for sound absorption. Then the process of laying this material is carried out according to all the rules.
Laminate flooring installation diagram.
The skirting boards are fixed to the wall with fasteners.elements or glue. It is good to have special scissors as a cutting tool. The surface bordering the wall is smeared with glue, it must be pressed tightly to the wall. For better results, you can take any weight. Return to contents</a>
Tile: rules and nuances of styling
Ceramic tiles look great inspacious rooms. A well-chosen ornament will noticeably decorate any interior. It is not afraid of moisture, has high wear resistance and is distinguished by a long service life. However, this material is relatively expensive and requires special skill and strict adherence to the installation rules. Installation tools:
Tools for laying tiles.
- level;
- roulette;
- a cord for marking;
- a Bulgarian or a tile cutter;
- containers for admixing the composition;
- Grater, which allows the distribution of glue;
- putty knife.
Like any other base, the floor in the living roommust be leveled and dried. Waterproofing and further priming of the surface is carried out. The finished base is marked, for which the walls are cleared of extraneous furniture. The middle part of the partition is found and the tiles are laid out diagonally. This material is first placed in water, after 1 hour it can be cut with a tile cutter. Such manipulations are necessary to soften the surface and make the work easier. After this, the tile is placed on the edge of the table, then pressed on it along the completed cut, strictly observing the marked line. A glue solution is mixed for the tile. The required dosage and proportions are indicated on the packaging. The prepared composition is applied with a special grater, the smooth side of which is intended for application, and the serrated side is for leveling it over the surface. The tile is laid on the floor and pressed with your hands. To ensure better density, you can use a rubber hammer. They tap the middle part, gradually moving to the edges. To create an equal distance between tiles, plastic crosses are often inserted. As this material is laid, unnecessary glue should be removed before it dries.
Tile laying scheme.To ensure that the work is done perfectly, use a building level. After covering the living room floor with tiles, after 30 minutes, you can take out the crosses and start grouting the seams. In this way, the cracks are filled, the base acquires a neat and finished look. The grout mixture is prepared independently by mixing the necessary components. It has a thick consistency. Using a spatula, the seams are filled with the finished mass. Excess mixture is removed, after half an hour the tile is cleaned of unnecessary compositions with a wet rag. Finally, the surface is sanded with a flannel cloth, which brings the base of the tile to perfection, giving it a unique shine. Return to the table of contents</a>
Linoleum as a coating
This coating is one of the most affordablefloor finishing options. It is easy to lay. However, this covering is easily deformed, cracks, dents form on it under the pressure of heavy furniture, the material is afraid of low temperatures. Attributes and materials for installation:
- linoleum;
- a vacuum cleaner;
- liquid stain remover;
- construction knife;
- metal ruler or rule;
- large scissors;
- putty knife;
- glue.
Surface preparation:
Linoleum laying scheme.
Laying linoleum:
After 2 weeks, you can install plastic skirting boards in the living room. By this time, the coating will acquire impeccable indicators, the floor design can be considered complete. Return to the table of contents</a>
Additional options
Vinyl.This floor covering is distinguished by its novelty, eco-friendliness of the base, resistance to abrasion and any aggressive external influences. Vinyl allows you to repeat the originality of any material. It is beautiful, noble, installation does not cause difficulties, but requires careful preparation of the surface. Carpet. Carpet is a very delicate and pleasant material, has an unlimited shelf life. Made from a natural base, it can last up to 10 years. However, it is not recommended to lay it in rooms with pets. Thus, floor coverings in the living room are quite diverse. However, to create an original and unique composition, you should show fantasy and imagination. Having successfully selected a color scheme, you can create a single ensemble that will emphasize the beauty and elegance of the room, and the interior will sparkle with new and fresh colors.
