For a dry mold free finished basement floor always install a vapor barrier before laying a wood subfloor or carpet pad.
Vapour barrier carpet underlay.
However some moisture vapor barriers are included with underlayment such as pergo gold.
Again always check the product s specs to ensure that it s included.
There is underlay for many different requirements such as fibre underlay for carpet to foam underlay which is suitable for wood laminate and carpet.
The durable top surface is flat and can support finished floor applications such as laminates carpet engineered vinyl planks and engineered floating hardwood.
Drybarrier adds warmth and creates a vapor barrier with a 1 4 air space between the concrete and finished floor.
See what goes into waterproofing a basement too.
This item is commonly referred to as a dpm damp proof membrane.
It can also be used in conjunction with under floor heating systems along with a paper felt underlay.
Any kind of persistent moisture will allow mold to get a foothold and soon ruin carpet or wood flooring.
Density rebond carpet pad with moisture barrier 13 model 150553486 37.
Quietwalk sound absorption and vapor barrier 360 sq ft premium 3 mm flooring underlayment.
There are a variety of underlayment types including foam and cork underlayment plywood hardboard and cement board.
If your floor is concrete then you will more than likely need to purchase a separate moisture vapor barrier to protect it from well moisture.
Underlay acts as an insulator whilst offering comfort and cushioning under your feet.
So what underlayment should i get.
X 3 mm underlayment w sound barrier and moisture barrier for laminate and engineered flooring model qw360b1lt 315.