I've always used no-snap screws for putting down underlayment for vinyl then filled in countersinks with flooring skimcoat/filler.
What about ring shank nails? I would think the heads do not get driven enough to not show throuh after a period of time.
You mean the ring shanks that are meant for underlayment? If the heads are flush (why wouldn't they be?) they're fine, but if the installer was a little meat-fisted and put some hammer dings in the underlayment then you'll need to use filler. I just plan on using filler anyway for the seams, and I hit whatever else needs hitting.
R
FWIW, Iv'e used Senco GL21 and Gl24 ring shanks in my SnN 60 for years on subfloors, siding, or whatever. Its easy to set the head just a scosche below surface and go over the area with a bit of Bondo. I like the Bondo because it is ready for sanding so quickly and fills up seam areas so well that need help. Right now there are a couple of unfinished projects on my list that have been put down this way and the area looks fine for flooring crew when I'm ready. These were 8d and 5/8" ply, so wouldn't apply to Luan, probably.
Joe
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