Matching thickness for waterproof flooring transition
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A DIYer is struggling to find a suitable waterproof material to raise the height of 4-6mm PVC click planks to match an existing 9.6mm laminate floor.
What people do today
- Using plywood or hardboard (which are not waterproof)
- Using standard underlayment (often too thin)
- Leaving a height difference (trip hazard)
🔧 Fix this
Ideas a builder, maker or community group could start on:
- A marketplace or guide for specialized waterproof high-density rigid underlayment boards in specific thicknesses.
- A calculator tool that suggests combinations of waterproof membranes and leveling compounds based on target height.
- A product line of interlocking waterproof shims designed specifically for click-lock flooring systems.
Real voices
“What can I use to increase the thickness of the PVC planks to match the laminate? The material used needs to be waterproof, so hardboard or plywood is out.”
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