Can this be used on a dirt floor that has concrete footing? A Can this be used on a dirt floor that has concrete footing? Ideally, the subfloor should be a hard, flat surface for best vinyl flooring installation and long term results. Share facebook twitter linkedin pinterest email Back to Top Can this product be installed over an aluminum substrate? If I’m doing a full wall-to-wall installation, how much space do I need to leave around the perimeter?