Where can I buy dricore products?
Where to Buy Note: For those affected by store closures due to COVID-19, DRICORE products can still be purchased through your retailer online, to be delivered or via curbside pickup. Enter a location Use my current location Home Depot GERRARD SQUARE - 1MI / 2KM
Do you have dricore® in your basement?
Every house I’ve ever built has DRICORE® in the basement, it’s the only way to do it.” - Bryan Baeumler “Nobody wants a musty smell in the house and that’s why I go with DRICORE® Subfloors.”
What is dricore pro concrete repair?
DRICORE ® Products DRICORE™ PRO Concrete Repair – Concrete Repair Kits Easy-to-install carbon fiber products for concrete crack repair and structural strengthening. DRICORE™ PRO Concrete Repair – Epoxy and Polyurethane for Cracks
What is dricore® subfloor?
DRICORE ® helps protect finished floors and furnishings from moisture that occurs in concrete floors, and from small water leaks. Designed with Air Gap Technology, DRICORE ® Subfloor raises finished floors off the concrete, to not only help protect against moisture, but to also help insulate and cushion against the cold, hard concrete.
Should I screw down DRIcore?
Remember that DRIcore must be installed as a floating floor. Normally it is not recommended to nail, glue or screw DRIcore panels to the concrete surface. In some instances, we suggest minimal fastening of the panels to the concrete surface.
Do you need underlayment with DRIcore?
Before installing glue-down or nail-down floors a 3/8" plywood underlayment should be fastened to DRICORE® using 3/4” 18 gauge narrow crown staples. When installing nail-down floors test a piece of the finished floor to make sure the fastener does not puncture the plastic membrane.
How long does it take to install DRIcore?
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO INSTALL DRICORE® SUBFLOOR PANELS? The length of installation time will vary by the room size and complexity of room layout. An average 400 square foot basement should take 4 hours.
Is DRIcore only for concrete?
Compatible with all types of finished flooring, can be used with laminate, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), engineered hardwood, carpet, and tile.
Do you frame on top of DRIcore?
DRIcore® panels can be installed where there is an existing wall frame or a concrete foundation wall. Where only a concrete foundation exists, it is best to install wall framing directly on top of DRIcore® panels to elevate the floor and wall framing away from direct contact of potentially damp concrete.
What is the best subfloor for a basement?
Rigid foam is an excellent basement subfloor option because it provides a thermal break between concrete and flooring.Finish flooring.Plywood screwed down through the layer below.Rigid foam insulation—1 1/2-inch thick.Concrete basement floor.
How thick is DRIcore subfloor?
Which Subfloor Is Right For You?ProductSubfloor GoldSubfloor R+ PlatinumHeight3/4"1"TopOSBOSBBottomHigh Density PlasticXPS FoamWeight6.5lbs.6.1 lbs.6 more rows
Is DRIcore and barricade the same?
DRICORE Subfloor covers cold, damp concrete to protect and insulate your floor (R-Value of 1.4). BARRICADE Subfloor Air Plus softens finished floors to cushion against the hard concrete.
How many DRIcore panels do I need?
Typically one leveling kit is used for every 60 panels. DRIcore® panels provide an easy ready-to-use wood subfloor to add your favorite finished floor. A typical 500 square foot room installs in an afternoon so you can spend more time with your family.
Is DRIcore subfloor waterproof?
But if you don't keep it quiet and protect it from moisture you're going to have a dissatisfied customer,” said Kim Liemkeo, marketing manager, Pak-Lite. DRICore levels uneven subfloors while providing a breathable, waterproof barrier between it and concrete slabs.
Does DRIcore need vapor barrier?
On basement floors without a moisture barrier, similar water vapour problems can occur. To prevent this, DRIcore's Subfloor product is the correct material to use with DRIcore SMARTWALL. This subfloor is comprised of 2-foot by 2-foot tongue-and-grooved engineered tiles.