10 Best Flooring Underlayments For Vinyl Flooring In 2023
Underlayment is basically a thin layer of material that is sandwiched between other materials. It can use material such as fiber, felt, rubber or foam. The underlayment helps cushion, sound absorption, insulation and reduce wear with your flooring. It provides a “vapor barrier” to prevent moisture from coming through and damaging your floor. It can also help dampen noise as HOA or condo associations usually refer to sound rating test.