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Overview
SoundStep XL by MP Global Products is described as a crosslink foam flooring underlayment designed for laminate, engineered wood, and solid wood floors. It is described as a 4’x25′ roll that covers 100 sq ft and includes an attached vapor barrier for moisture protection. The underlayment is described as supporting floating, click-together, and glue-down installations, and it is described as approved for pad-attached flooring.
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Key takeaways
- This underlayment is described as working with laminate, engineered wood, and solid wood floors.
- It is described as a 4’x25′ roll that covers 100 sq ft per roll.
- It is described as having an attached vapor barrier to protect flooring over concrete or wood subfloors.
- It is described as sound reducing and designed for a quieter, more solid feel.
- It is described as dense and compression resistant, supporting seams and high-traffic areas.
- Buyers commonly mention good quality.
What the product is designed to do
This underlayment is described as a durable, cost-effective option designed for laminate, engineered wood, and solid wood floors. It is described as reducing noise, adding comfort, and supporting floating or glue-down installations. It is also described as properly supporting the tongue and groove or click-together mechanism and protecting from the compressive forces of everyday traffic.
The attached vapor barrier is described as protecting against moisture on concrete or wood subfloors. For readers who want the full named configuration, this is the roll with attached vapor barrier as described.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
The underlayment is described as made with crosslink foam and supplied in a roll format. Technical details describe the color as Green and the thickness as 0.08 inches. Technical details also describe product dimensions as 300 x 48 x 0.08 inches and item weight as 4.89 pounds.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Coverage | 100 sq ft per roll |
| Roll size | 4’x25′ |
| Material | Crosslink foam |
| Thickness | 0.08 inches |
| Product dimensions | 300 x 48 x 0.08 inches |
| Item weight | 4.89 pounds |
| Color | Green |
| Included components | Flooring underlayment |
| Warranty description | 10 Year Warrant |
The product is also described as featuring updated green material (formerly blue).
Installation and placement notes
This underlayment is described as supporting floating, click-together, and glue-down installations. It is described as intended for use as underlayment for laminate flooring and hardwood flooring. The attached vapor barrier is described as protecting flooring over concrete or wood subfloors, supporting placement where moisture protection is needed between the subfloor and the finished floor.
Because it is described as a roll (4’x25′) with 100 sq ft coverage, installation planning typically follows the roll layout over the target area before the floor is installed. If you want to keep the product reference close while planning your floor build, use this underlayment roll.
Performance characteristics described in the listing
The underlayment is described as sound-reducing crosslink foam for a quieter, more solid feel. It is described as having a dense, compression-resistant structure that supports seams and high-traffic areas. It is also described as properly supporting the tongue and groove or click-together mechanism and protecting from the compressive forces of everyday traffic.
For moisture protection, the integrated moisture barrier is described as helping to protect flooring from harmful subfloor moisture. The attached vapor barrier is described as protecting against moisture on concrete or wood subfloors.
Thermal performance and heating compatibility are also described. The product description includes an R-value of 0.24 and describes QuietWarmth radiant heat compatibility. The description also includes the statement that floors stay warm in winter, cool in summer, and perform for years.
Review patterns buyers commonly mention
Across buyer feedback shown for this product, buyers commonly mention good quality.
Pros
- It is described as working with laminate, engineered wood, and solid wood floors.
- It is described as supporting floating, click-together, and glue-down installations.
- It is described as having an attached vapor barrier for moisture protection over concrete or wood subfloors.
- It is described as dense and compression resistant, supporting seams and high-traffic areas.
- Buyers commonly mention good quality.
Cons
- It is described as a roll format (4’x25′).
- Coverage is described as 100 sq ft per roll.
- Thickness is described as 0.08 inches.
FAQ
What flooring types is this underlayment described to work with?
It is described as working with laminate, engineered wood, and solid wood floors, and the listed usage includes laminate flooring and hardwood flooring underlayment.
How much area does one roll cover?
It is described as a 4’x25′ roll that covers 100 sq ft per roll.
What moisture protection is described?
It is described as having an attached vapor barrier, and the vapor barrier is described as protecting flooring over concrete or wood subfloors and protecting against moisture on concrete or wood subfloors.
What installation methods are described as supported?
It is described as supporting floating, click-together, and glue-down installations.
What sound and durability-related characteristics are described?
It is described as sound-reducing crosslink foam for a quieter, more solid feel. It is described as dense and compression resistant, supporting seams and high-traffic areas and helping support the tongue and groove or click-together mechanism against compressive forces of everyday traffic.
Is radiant heat compatibility described?
The product description includes an R-value of 0.24 and describes QuietWarmth radiant heat compatibility.