HobokenChickn OP t1_jeexib1 wrote on March 31, 2023 at 2:54 PM

Reply to comment by BleedingRaindrops in How to eliminate transitions for disability/mobility reasons by HobokenChickn

Thanks. The challenge (which i will add to the post to clarify) is that all the vinyl and file flooring options require that the floors be level to a pretty tight tolerance so that the click mechanism works (and to avoid adding other trip hazards). I agree that slope transition is not noticeable to the human but I am not sure I can get a flooring contractor to install anything but sheet vinyl or carpet. Husband had heart set on something with the aesthetic of planks or tiles. Any follow up thoughts on this?

BleedingRaindrops t1_jef3kpu wrote on March 31, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Carpet shouldn't be a problem with that setup. It stretches over imperfections well.

Another option is vinyl planks. They might charge more for the extra effort, but a smart contractor should know how to handle putting planks over the ramp. I've done a similar job when I was 19. I cut the plants flat to the edge of the ramp, then cut a slight angle for the ones over the ramp. Just had to cut the moulding a bit higher but it fit fine. If your husband is a confident DIYer he might be able to figure it out himself. Shouldn't need much more than a slight angle saw for the cuts.