John Snow wrote:

Is it better to use an all in one foam underlay (which seems quiet
thin) or to lay a membrane and fiber board ? Does the two layers offer
better heat insulation and reduce noise ?

I've tried both, and I definitely prefer the membrane + 1/4"
fiber board approach. Warmer and quieter.


If you do membrane and then fiber board - does the membrane go down
first ?

Yes.


Apart from the tools that seem to be on offer at all laminate
retailers what special tools might I need ? I've heard people mention
good saws - do I need an electric one ?

Depends how much you're doing. The first room I ever did I used
a hand saw. Not too much hard work. Last room I did I used my
trusty sliding chopsaw, which makes life much easier. I guess it
comes down to whether you want a new toy or not.

--
Grunff