When investing in a new floating laminate floor or any other flooring one should take precaution to assure that the floor will not only look great but also perform great. Here are a few tips on laminate flooring installation that will assist you in achieving your goals. While the requirement of one manufacturer may differ from another the following information is common to many manufacturers. … [Read more...]
Vapor Barrier Under Laminate Floor and Crawl Space
September 20, 2009 By 51 Comments
Interior Vapor Barrier Over Concrete Subfloor When a laminate floating floor is installed over a concrete subfloor a moisture barrier must be used. Failure to install a proper vapor barrier over concrete will likely result in a floor expanding. This will cause laminate floor problems such as cupping and gaps. Always check a manufacturers installation instructions prior to installation to … [Read more...]
Water Damage Laminate Floor
September 20, 2009 By 8 Comments
Water Damage to Laminate Flooring Plumbing and Appliance Leaks Water damage from plumbing and appliance leaks such as dishwashers, water heaters, washing machines and ice makers can result in buckling of a laminate floor. Often these leaks are very slow and go unnoticed. Slow leaks are often difficult to identify as they are below the laminate where they penetrate into the laminates … [Read more...]
