SPC Flooring Accessories List: What You Need for Installation 2024
A professional looking SPC flooring installation requires more than just the planks. Proper accessories ensure the floor looks finished and performs well. This guide covers all the accessories you may need.
Underlayment
Underlayment goes between the subfloor and the SPC planks. Foam underlayment provides basic cushioning and sound reduction. Combination underlayment with vapor barrier is needed for concrete subfloors. Sound reduction underlayment is required for multi story buildings. Some SPC products have attached underlayment.
Transition Strips
Transition strips connect SPC flooring to adjacent flooring types. T-molding transitions between two floors of equal height like SPC to SPC or SPC to tile. Reducer strip transitions from SPC to a lower floor like carpet or vinyl. Multi-purpose transition works for multiple situations. End cap finishes the edge of SPC at a sliding glass door or fireplace.
Wall Trim
Wall trim covers the expansion gap between the flooring and the wall. Quarter round is the most common trim fitted to the baseboard after installation. Base shoe is similar to quarter round but thinner. Wall base is taller trim used in commercial installations.
Stair Nose
Stair nose molding finishes the front edge of stairs where SPC flooring is installed. It provides a safe finished edge for each step. Available in matching colors to your SPC flooring.
Flooring Tools
A tapping block protects the plank edges when tapping them together. A pull bar helps connect planks near walls. Spacers maintain consistent expansion gaps around the perimeter. A utility knife with extra blades is needed for cutting underlayment and trim. A jigsaw or circular saw with fine tooth blade cuts planks. Measuring tape and carpenter square are essential. Safety glasses and knee pads are recommended.
Adhesives and Sealants
Construction adhesive is used for plank replacement repairs. Silicone caulk seals the perimeter in bathrooms and wet areas. Vinyl flooring cleaner keeps the floor looking new.
About PROLEADER
PROLEADER offers a complete range of SPC flooring accessories including transitions moldings and underlayment. Contact us for pricing and product availability.
