Browse Forums Flooring & Floor Covering 1 Dec 02, 2014 12:32 pm Re: Sealing Concrete Slab Prior to Carpet Laying 5Dec 08, 2014 8:27 pm PanRaptor building inspector Not really of any benefit from an allergen standpoint. Most allergens are in the fibres of the carpet. Sealing a concrete floor is really more a benefit as a moisture barrier for timber floors on a new build as the residual moisture in the slab may warp your timber. [Edit: Advertising links removed by moderator] Hi building inspector, I've been following your recent flurry of activity on the forum. I wish you had arrived sooner! Thank you for the advice. Your answer makes sense. I really didn't want to seal the floors, I have enough work to do! The cement will definitely coated in a moisture barrier in the areas where floorboards are being laid. Or at least, they should be. I will double check with the installers now... Thanks again! No problem panraptor, yes I joined homeone recently. It is a great forum and it gives me a good chance to share my knowledge and hopefully assist people such as you. Hope you are having a smooth build. [Edit: Advertising links removed by moderator] Hey There. No problems re jumping in. My original question was "should I have waterproofed" the concrete slab before putting batons down. We have been told we should… 7 4321 Hi, planning on using the attached stone pieces in my bathroom. I want to remove stains and gloss seal. Can I get some advice on best way to remove stains and best… 0 6700 I'm about to put down some Merbau. Is it necessary to oil underneath the boards before laying? 0 1921 |