Laying Laminate when 1 wall is complex

[Robirovski]

I need some guidance on where to start laying laminate in my dining room. One wall has a bay window and 12 corners (see photo), the one opposite is straight and the 2 others are straight but with a door in each. I would be grateful for any advice to make the job as straightforward as possible.

 

[Swwils]

Remove all skirts.

You then have plenty of room to lay without fuss, plus it will look better afterwards.

You will want to lay into the window anyways, so the boards are not perpendicular to the window.

A decent hammer pulling ledge will make it alot easier.

 

[Robirovski]

Thanks for your advice. I will certainly get a hammer pulling ledge. Should I start laying across the bay window?

 

[Swwils]

No you want the boards to run into the bay, it's down to your own preference but this is the most "natural" way to lay them because of the light.

You will need to do some maths to see if you need to split a board width before you start, so you don't end up with a slither at the other end.

With most boards, if you don't have enough space for the puller e.g. at a wall corner you can also cut the bubble of the groove lip with a wood chisel or sander and add woodglue to hold the panels together - usually with some split wedges for leverage.

It's always preferable to begin the first row with a whole plank with the tounges sawn off.

 

[Robirovski]

Thanks. I feel better prepared to tackle this now.