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...]
Laminate Flooring Terms
September 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Acclimation: The adaptation of the laminate floor to its installation environment. Backer (Backing): In laminated flooring the bottom layer is called backer layer or balancing layer and is usually made from a resin-impregnated Kraft paper. The backer is designed to be the same weight as the wearlayer to provide balance and stability. If the backer is lighter or heavier than the wearlayer, the … [Read more...]
