What is an overlap reducer?

An overlap reducer is used when there is a gradual transition between floors of different heights such as vinyl and hardwood. It can be used to connect between areas with hardwood flooring and a tiled surface or to connect two existing wood floors.

How do you transition between two hardwood floors?

The most aesthetically pleasing way to transition between two hardwood surfaces is by using a transition strip meant for hardwood surfaces- such as a seam binder. Wood-to-wood seam binders typically have a width of about five inches, are flat-shaped, and are beveled at the edges.

What is a floor length reducer?

Reducers provide a smooth transition between floors of uneven heights, often being used between wood floors and thinner floor coverings such as vinyl or low pile carpet. Standard reducers are 78-in in length and include flush mount and overlap styles.

Do you need to molding between rooms?

Yes, when directed by the manufacturer T-molding transitions and expansion breaks must be used. The reasons manufacturers recommend expansion breaks and doorway transitions in floating floors is three-fold. When the indoor humidity climbs over 55% floor boards tend to swell or expand, this is normal.

Can hardwood floors be laid differently in different rooms?

That’s right: Stay away from turning your wood flooring in different directions in different rooms in an attempt to create interest. It makes a house look chopped up, and it costs more money to install—particularly so in smaller and in open plan homes.

How much space do you need for a transition strip?

The standard width of a T-molding strip is 2 inches, and the standard height is 5/8 inch. The base of the T-shape can range from 1/2 inch to 3/4 inches wide. Leave a 1-inch space on the floor to accommodate the base of the T-molding strip.

What kind of overlap reducer do you need for wood floors?

This beautiful flooring is 100% waterproof, scratch, stain and dent resistant, and is backed by a lifetime residential warranty and comes with AC3 wear layer. It is used to transition floors of unequal height from wood/laminate floors to carpet, vinyl or tile.

What can I use flexco overlap reducer for?

Overlap reducer is typically used for floating floor applications. Flexco Unfinished Oak reducer is designed to provide a smooth transition between floors of different heights The unfinished top allows the woods natural beauty to shine through while offering an opportunity to custom match your floor

How big is a flexco oak floor reducer?

Standard reducers are 78-in in length and include flush mount and overlap styles. Overlap reducer is typically used for floating floor applications. Flexco Unfinished Oak reducer is designed to provide a smooth transition between floors of different heights

What are thicknesses of reducer flooring trim are available?

What thicknesses of reducer flooring trim are available? These reducers are specialized for transitions from a wood floor to another hard surface. For small changes, there are thin reducers that are 7/16-inches thick. The thickest designs are 3/4-inches thick.