Sub flooring is the base layer of flooring used in construction. It is secured to the home’s joists and acts as the foundation for the finished flooring such as hardwood, carpet or tiles. Our selection of sub flooring materials offers high durability, strength, and resistance against moisture, ensuring a long lifespan of the overall flooring of your property. They are engineered to create a smooth, flat surface while also providing sound insulation and thermal comfort. Available in different materials such as plywood and oriented strand board (OSB), our sub flooring will meet the needs of specific construction requirements, ensuring you get a top-quality base for your finished flooring. Essential for any successful flooring project, sub flooring offers a solid base that helps protect the upper layers and contributes to a high-quality and long-lasting flooring installation.
The Ultimate Top 10 Best Sub Flooring, Expert-Recommended Picks
1#. Vivlly1/8” Uncoupling Membrane for Tile, Stone, Concrete, Shower Walls, Bathroom Flooring, Waterproof Floor Underlayment Mat, Anti-Fracture Crack Isolation, 108 sq. ft.
Features
Multipurpose Uncoupling Membrane Mat –This thick, supportive member is an essential floor underlayment for ceramic tile, stone tile, basement flooring, shower walls and bathtub floors, sauna and steam rooms, and other flooring needs.
Thick, Pressure-Absorbing Material–Able to absorb substrate movement our uncoupling mat helpsevenly distribute pressure under tiles and flooring to prevent damage, fractures, or cracks caused by movement like shrinking or expansion.
Waterproof Moisture Barrier–Our flooring underlayment is made from a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) member andpremium PP textile material to provide a stronger, durable, more cushioned mat ideal for kitchens, baths, saunas, and spas.
Cut-to-Fit Grid Sizing–Vivlly tile underlayment comes in a 1/8” thick, 3.3’ x 32.8’ roll that can be cut to fit your space which makes it easier to use and apply in a variety of vertical or horizontal spaces, so you can anchor it firmly into place.
Protect Long-Term Home Value–Adding our high-quality uncoupling membrane mat to your sub flooring sections can help prevent potential damage or cracks, which is important for protecting the long-term durability and appearance of your home.
2#. Stickyart 15-Piece White Peel and Stick Marble Vinyl Flooring for Bathroom Waterproof 12″x24″ Self Adhesive Marble Floor Tile Stickers Peel and Stick Flooring for Kitchen Bedroom Laundry
Features
: Each marble vinyl floor tiles measures 12 inches by 24 inches with a thickness of 0.52mm and contains 15 tiles, which will cover 30 square feet.
& :This marble vinyl flooring is bendable and works well on any surface with curves. And with a thickness of 0.52 mm (without backing paper), it is durable enough to prevent everyday scratches.
: This waterproof marble vinyl flooring can be easily clean with just a wet cloth.
– : This marble vinyl flooring can be used for kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, laundry, living room, dining room, cafe, floor, accent wall, ceiling, shower wall, table, kitchen island, fireplace, RV, camper, etc.
: Colors of floor tile are slightly different from batch to batch, calculating the size before purchasing is recommended, so that you could buy enough rolls at a time to avoid color difference.
3#. QuestMark 2128 Sub-Zero Epoxy Concrete Floor Patch – 2 Gallon Unit, Natural – Fill and Repair Cracks and Holes in Cold Storage, and Sub-Zero Walk in Freezers
Features
Designed for applications where temperatures are as low as -10 degrees; Can also be used as a quick patch in areas with ambient temperatures (See Specification Sheet for details).
Recommended for cold storage areas, walk-in freezers, or general outdoor patching during the winter.
At 70 degrees F Pot life of 2-4 minutes; May be recoated in 1-2 hours; Light foot traffic in 2-4 hours (12 hours at 30 degrees F); Full cure (heavy traffic) in 1-3 days.
Apply using a trowel to a thickness of 1/8″ to 1/4″. At this thickness, this kit covers approximately 5.98 sq ft.
This system consists of resin, hardener and aggregate components. It is proudly manufactured in the USA.
4#. Squeak Ender 2084 Hardwood Floor / Subfloor Squeak Eliminator Brackets – Quantity 6
Features
Quantity of (6) : Squeak Ender Floor Squeak Eliminator Brackets # 2084
Quickly and permanently eliminate annoying wood floor squeaks
This kit installs from beneath the floor and works by pulling the loose sub-floor tight to the joist .
Simple to install
Each Kit Includes (1) 4″ adjustable floor joist bracket, (1) 2″ square floor anchor plate, (1) 1/4-20 x 6 inch carriage bolt, (1) 1/4-20 hex nut, (1) 1/4 washer and (4) #10 x 5/8″ sub-floor wood screws
5#. Delta-FL Plastic Sub-Floor
Features
328 Square Feet, 6mm
6#. AWP Non-Marring Roofing Sub-Floor/Underlayment & Tile Knee Pads with Heavy Duty Foam Padding, Breathable Air-Mesh Interior and Non-Marring Caps | One Size
Features
AWP Work Gear – The Tool Storage and Tool Organization Brand Of The Pros
AWP Non-Marring Knee Pads | Feature Heavy Duty Foam Padding for superior cushioning. Non-marring cap design won’t scratch or scuff flooring
Breathable Design | Breathable air-mesh interior comfort and support by allowing for displacement under pressure
Durable Use & Wear | Heavy-Duty Tri-Buckle Hardware provides easy on and off | Dual elastic comfort straps feature reinforced stitching for long-term durability
| Ideal for carpet tile, sub-floor/underlayment, landscaping, gardening & more
7#. Laminate Wood Flooring Installation Kit with Extra Strong Solid Tapping Block Heavy Duty (43, Upgraded Fiberglass Handle Mallet)
Features
✅ EVERYTHING YOU NEED – Be prepared for any DIY floor installation tasks with this kit. It comes with a rubber mallet, a 12″ pull bar, a solid tapping block, 40 spacers, and a 10″ contour gauge.
✅ DUPLICATE ODD ANGLES – Copy odd-shaped angles and edges like a pro. The 10-inch duplicator gauge with lock is perfect for making accurate copies of curved corners, round edges, and tight trim angles.
✅ INSTALL MOST KINDS OF FLOORING – This laminate flooring installation kit is a must-have for DIY or professional use. This set may be used for installing laminate, vinyl, hardwood, or tile floors.
✅ BUILT TO LAST – You can expect all these flooring tools to stay in perfect shape for many years. Each one shows off solid construction, giving you peace of mind that they can withstand heavy duty use.
✅ CUSTOMER SATISFACTION – This floor installation kit is backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty. If you’re not happy with this set, let us know within 1 year of purchase so we can issue a refund.
8#. ROBERTS 70-115 Moisture Barricade Underlayment Film, For Laminate Floors, 6 Mil. Thick Polyethylene, Black ,120 Sq. Foot Roll
Features
Used with standard foam underlayments to protect against moisture
6 mil. thick polyethylene film for long life
Roll unfolds to a 10 foot by 12 foot area
Use with laminate flooring with pre-attached underlayment
9#. EZRvent FV100-8HC: Foundation, Sub-floor, Soffit and Garage Replacement Vent – Copper Mesh (5 x 14 Rough Opening)
Features
EASY AND QUICK labor saving install from outside under 2 minutes with No stucco or siding replacement required
COPPER MESH option is most Corrosion Resistant and best option for demanding coastal installations
HIGHER GRADE look & finish: picture frame shadow box frame with recessed Copper screen
5 x 14 INCH SIZE covers range of rough openings (4-7/8 x 13-½ to 6 x 14-½ inches)
Also fits 5 x 13 and 4.5 x13 inch openings with easy modification
STRONG PEST EXCLUSION: Rats, Bees, Snakes, Skunks, Racoons, Opossums and other critters
Heavy .028 Copper 1/8 inch mesh pitch offers added protection of keeping swarming bees and wasps out Along with meeting Insurance and Building Codes
MADE IN THE USA from US sourced materials
10#. DRICORE Subfloor Membrane Panel, with Air Gap Technology to Help Protect Against Moisture, Water Leaks with Warmer & Soft Finished Floors 23.25″ x 23.25″ Covers 495 Square Feet (Bundle of 132)
Features
AIR GAP TECHNOLOGY: Our DRICORE Subfloor panels are equipped with Air Gap Technology that helps protect against moisture and small water leaks providing better indoor air quality. The home flooring and basement subfloor panel is designed with a high-density plastic membrane , best for basement flooring, laminate, LVT, engineered hardwood, carpet and tile.
EASY TO INSTALL: The tongue and groove design makes installation easy, fast and convenient. A 495 sq. ft. room can be completed in an afternoon! Ideal for renovation, refinishing floors, basement refinishing, and floor insulation. The secondary layer of oriented strand board (OSB) provides a solid foundation that can support any type of finished floor and furniture
WARMER FLOORS: Our subfloor membrane panels elevate your finished floors to create a thermal break from the cold concrete floors. The premium flooring membrane panel makes floors feel warm with an R-value of 3.0 to help you stay comfortable with floors that feel warmer all year round
DURABLE AND STRONG: Compatible with all types of finished flooring, the DRICORE Subfloor panel softens floors and is suitable for carpet. Strong enough to support up to 6642 lbs. per sq. ft, the subfloor can be used with laminates, luxury vinyl tile (LVT), engineered hardwood, carpet, and tile
25 YEAR WARRANTY: Be confident with your purchase as we offer a 25-year limited warranty on our flooring insulation products. Perfect for solid hardwood floors, wooden floors, and basement finishing, our subfloor panels give a layer of protection to help with moisture and cold coming from the concrete