Gap Between Laminate Planks or Not

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What may appear to be a laminate floor gap is not necessarily a gap. With this floor the consumer believed that the floor was starting to develop gaps after in had been installed for a few years. Upon inspection the dark lines along the edge of the planks were found to be a build up of dirt. Laminate planks will often have a slight variation in elevations at the joint. If the floor is not … [Read more...]

Identification of Common Laminate Floor Problems

Concern Identifying Characteristics Possible Causes Recommended Actions Responsibility Indentation Damage Dent in floor with fracture marks in the plastic. Impact to surface or dropped object Repair with the approved filler or replace board Consumer or installer Indentation Manufacturing Voids Dent in floor without fracture marks in plastic. Missing paper, damaged core, will … [Read more...]

Install Laminate Flooring Subfloor Flat and Level Requirement

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Unlevel Subfloor Below Laminate Flooring Most laminate floor manufacturers require a subfloor to be flat within 3/16" over a 10 foot radius. Since not all laminate manufacturers have the same standard you need to check the installation instructions for the manufacturer of the floor being installed. Some manufacturers instructions will use the word level instead of flat while they are … [Read more...]