Skills Workshops

DIY Flooring Skills


Description
Is it time to update your old and worn flooring? Not sure how to get started? Learn the skills you need to choose and install flooring with confidence and to fit your lifestyle and living space.

Replacing flooring can be an intimidating project to take on yourself and with so many options it’s hard to know where to start. Which flooring surfaces will hold up well over time and fit your lifestyle? Which options are DIY-friendly, and which should be installed by a professional?

In this course, we review several of the most common flooring options to help you pick the best choice for your home and your expected use and, you’ll learn about subfloors and in-floor heating. We will walk you through instructions for installing tile and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and share expert tips for refinishing a hardwood floor to tackle this project yourself.

By the end of this course, you’ll know how to:

• Evaluate and choose flooring options.
• Prepare your subfloor or existing floor for a new surface.
• Install a tile, LVT or laminate floor.
• Sand and refinish an existing hardwood floor.
Content
  • Mobile App
  • Course Introduction
  • DIY Flooring Skills
  • Skills Workshop Completion
  • Congratulations!
Completion rules
  • You must complete the units "Skills Workshop Completion, Congratulations!, DIY Flooring Skills"
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever