What type of transition strip do I need for LVP in Austin TX?

The transition type depends on the application. T-molding is used between two floors of equal height. Reducers transition from LVP to a lower surface. Thresholds are used at doorways. Stair nose is used on stair edges. End caps are used where LVP terminates at a vertical surface.

Do I need expansion gaps with LVP in Austin TX?

Yes. Floating LVP requires expansion gaps of at least 1/4 inch at all walls and fixed objects to allow for thermal expansion in Austin TX heat. Transition strips cover these gaps while allowing the floor to move freely.

LVP Transition Strips and Moldings Guide | CC Floors Austin

Complete guide to LVP transition strips and moldings for Austin TX homes. T-moldings, reducers, end caps, and stair nosings explained. Capital City Flooring.

Why Transition Strips Matter in Austin TX LVP Installations: Transition strips and moldings are the finishing details that connect LVP flooring to other flooring surfaces, doorways, and vertical surfaces. In Austin TX, where temperature fluctuations cause LVP t T-Molding: The Most Common LVP Transition in Austin TX Homes: T-molding is used to transition between two floors of equal height, most commonly between LVP in a hallway and LVP in an adjoining room, or between LVP and carpet of similar height. T-molding gets its Reducers, Thresholds, Stair Nose, and End Caps for LVP in Austin TX: Reducers are used to transition from LVP to a lower surface such as tile or hardwood. The reducer slopes down from the LVP height to the adjacent floor height. Thresholds are used at exterior doorways

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