subfloor

noun

sub·floor | \ ˈsəb-ˌflȯr

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Definition of subfloor

: a rough floor laid as a base for a finished floor

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Prep the Subfloor Prepare the subfloor for the underlayment by tapping down any nailheads that may be protruding from the surface. — Joesph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "8 Tips for Installing Laminate Flooring," 26 Jan. 2017 There'll also be a green energy unit costing $60,000 (but way to go, being eco-friendly!), fireplaces, staircases, and a floating floor, which just means material that's not nailed to the subfloor underneath. — Katherine J. Igoe, Marie Claire, "Renovations Have Started on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's New Home, and It's Going to Get Pricey," 13 Jan. 2019 Gut a Room Remove everything from a room, including the wall covering, until all that's left are the framing, subfloor, and what's inside the walls. — Brett Martin, House Beautiful, "See The Definitions Of Common Renovation Terms," 26 Dec. 2018 The floor covering like carpeting, tile, or plank flooring is installed over the subfloor. — Brett Martin, House Beautiful, "See The Definitions Of Common Renovation Terms," 26 Dec. 2018 There's no need to staple or tape the underlayment to the subfloor. — Joesph Truini, Popular Mechanics, "8 Tips for Installing Laminate Flooring," 26 Jan. 2017 The claw-foot tub fell through the subfloor and was saved and painted black. — Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, "Once a sea captain’s cottage, this Cotuit fixer-upper brings on the charm," 15 June 2018 Depending on what the study finds, the opera house's foundation could be mobilized to raise the money for a new subfloor and carpeting, which could be installed within the year. — Karen Caffarini, Post-Tribune, "Now closed, Star Plaza Theater's seats find new homes," 9 Feb. 2018 The squeak is most likely coming from the subfloor. — David Agrell, Popular Mechanics, "5 Quick Home Fixes to Make Your Mom's Day," 10 May 2013

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