Flooring & Tile

What this certification means

Flooring & Tile proves you can evaluate a subfloor, correct it, and install or repair LVP, laminate, tile, and hardwood so the finished floor stays flat, quiet, and watertight.

What it covers

• Subfloor evaluation: flatness, deflection, squeaks, and moisture
• Underlayment and leveling compounds
• Luxury vinyl plank and laminate: click-lock, glue-down, expansion gaps
• Hardwood repair, board replacement, and refinishing basics
• Tile substrates — cement board, uncoupling membrane, and waterproofing
• Layout: finding center, dry-fitting, and avoiding thin cuts at walls
• Thinset selection, trowel size, and achieving proper coverage
• Cutting tile: wet saw, snap cutter, hole saws, and inside cuts
• Grout types, sealing, and expansion joints
• Transitions, thresholds, and shoe molding

Who this is for

Handymen taking on floor repair, single-room installs, backsplashes, and small tile work.