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...]

Water Damage Laminate Floor

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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...]