Can Laminate Floor Be Installed Over Carpet. Most installers and builders recommend not installing laminate flooring over carpet, as there are too many variables that can create a mess. Some thicknesses require no additional materials but others may need you to put a layer of plywood between the laminate and the carpet. However, it is generally not recommended for most types of situations.
Many laminate manufacturers specifically indicate that you vsn install their product over ceramic tile. You use underlayment on top of the vinyl subfloor. You'll get the best finish.
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If you have a higher profile carpet that is plush and padded (like we do) you need to lay a solid surface down to make it firm. Wide seams between the tiles can create slight depressions in the vinyl flooring. Other than installing a carpet without glue, you can remove the laminate flooring. Laminate flooring is exactly suitable flooring to be installed over carpet, so you are again advised not to install it.