What underlay for vinyl flooring?

I'm laying click vinyl plank flooring over a concrete subfloor. Does it need underlay at all, and if so which type? Some packs seem to have it built in.

Asked by duncan on 8th Apr 2026
Expert Trade Answers
"Hi no underlay used for sheet vinyl direct onto wood or concrete floor but LVT is different"
Answered on 8th Apr 2026 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"You can purchase some with the underlay already on or just normal i usually use accustic gold underlay."
Answered on 8th Apr 2026 - Member since Nov 2023 - report
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