If for some reason you are unable to remove your carpet, you can place your vinyl planks on top of it. When installing vinyl planks on a carpet, you can either lay them directly on top of the carpet, or you can first lay a wooden board on top of the carpet.

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What kind of flooring can I put over carpet?

Vinyl and laminate are the most common types of floors that are floated over carpet because of their affordability and ease of installation.

How much does it cost to replace carpet with vinyl flooring?

Carpet installation costs between $1 and $3 per square foot plus materials, while vinyl costs between $3 and $7 per square foot to install. How much you’ll have to pay depends on what kind of carpet you’re getting and where you want to put it.