How to lay hardwood floors over concrete the right way
If you're looking at your basement or slab and wondering how to lay hardwood floors over concrete, the first thing you need to accept is that moisture is your biggest enemy. Unlike a wooden subfloor, concrete is porous—it breathes, it holds onto dampness, and it can ruin an expensive hardwood investment if you don't treat it with some respect. But don't worry, you can absolutely do this yourself. You just need to follow a specific set of rules to make sure those planks don't warp, buckle, or pop off the floor six months from now. ...