Hey flooring dudes and chicks

[Michaeljftsmith]

Hey flooring dudes and chicks. I’m new here and I have a question to all the guys who have installed laminate floors on stairs. I’ve been installing laminate and hardwood floors for around 20 years but I’ve never installed laminate on steps. Obviously I have a lot more to learn. Whats the best glue to use that Home Depot sells for installing the overlap laminate nosing? I’ve heard liquid nails is not a good idea. Maybe it depends on what type of liquid nails? Thanks everyone for your help.

 

[highup]

Glad to have you here. I don't recall but one time that I set a laminate on stairs and I've been installing full covering since before 1975 so don't feel all that bad asking questions.
It's not blue, it's 'adhesive'
Okay, now I'll let one of the smart guys answer your question.
I'm betting you'll get different answers for a laminate and lvp.
Part of that would depend on if it's an overlapping molding. If it's a slightly overlapping more than you'd be gluing the molding and directly to the stair tread.
There are some stereos moldings that are very thin on the top side and are adhered to the LVP itself.
If that's the situation I'd like to know an answer to. I just don't get around to doing stairs with LBP or laminates or even wood. I just don't see it, so like you, I'd be asking questions too.
The smart guys here are pretty darn smart and they'll probably follow right up on your question before your possums even half way cooked.

 

[C.J.]

Liquid Nails is what I use but plenty of guys swear by Locktite.

 

[Tile Tom]

I like to use locktite PL.
I've used all of the construction adhesives that are out there and honestly can't think of one callback for any issues. Just make sure everything is good and clean to get a good bond.

 

[Floorist]

Welcome aboard. I am an old timer who installed mostly carpet and vinyl for 40+ years. The guys on here know just about everything about flooring.

 

[Michaeljftsmith]

Thanks guys!

 

[Hardwood]

Welcome to the forums. Thanks for joining and enjoy.

 

[JCobb]

PL premium or equivalent polyurethane construction adhesive. Make sure you remove any attached foam prior to installation.

 

[Michaeljftsmith]

What about masterweld?

 

[JCobb]

What about masterweld?

Should be fine as long as it is the polyurethane type. Check your prices looks like there is a difference depending on supplier.