Plastic Subfloor Tiles

This guide will show you how to prepare your subfloor for a tile installation project to ensure that it s fit to support ceramic or porcelain tile.

Plastic subfloor tiles.

Subfloor systems are often composed of individual tiles each approximately 24 inches by 24 inches. Is produced from thermoplastic elastomer and is used on concrete as a subfloor for below grade. Dricore subfloor panels promote good indoor air quality by allowing air to circulate which in turn reduces the potential for mold and mildew. Preparing a subfloor is an essential step for installing floor tile it provides a level surface that will allow the tiles to properly stay in place.

These subfloor tiles require a flat base though some unevenness is okay. If you would like to cut the loops off of the plastic tiles you can use a plastic tile cutter. Each tile is a sandwich consisting of a moisture barrier at the bottom an elevating surface in the middle usually no more than an inch high and a composite wood top usually osb board. Is a modular subfloor tile sized 23 1 16 x23 1 16 x 3 8 panels that is sold in 8 packs.

Dricore subfloor panels have been designed with patented air gap technology to keep basement floors dry comfortable and cozy throughout the entire year. Tape down the perimeter of your dance floor roll directly to the plastic subfloor tiles using mat tape. This will create a flat surface and you will be able to see the edges of your subfloor tiles. If you need to cut the tiles please use a jig saw with a fine tooth blade plastic blade.