Laminate or vinyl flooring can be installed over carpet, but this should only be done with low-pile carpets. When installing flooring on a carpet with a high pile, use plywood as an underlayment, and make sure to get the thinnest possible sheets.

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What kind of flooring can you put over carpet?

When it comes to floating floors over carpet, vinyl and laminate are the most popular options because of their affordability and ease of installation (they interlock).

Can I install vinyl plank flooring over carpet?

Putting vinyl planks on top of your carpet is an option if you can’t get rid of your old carpet for any reason. 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.