Laminate and Floating Floor Problems
Cause of Laminate Flooring Problems
Acclimation of Industrial Floor Coatings requires conditioning of the flooring material at or near occupancy level. The manufacturers of most laminate floors require the cartons of flooring to be acclimatized for 48 to 72 hours prior to installation. Check the installation instructions to see how they want the material stacked for installation and if the cartons are to be opened or left unopened. Not all manufactures require onsite acclimation. [Read more…]
A vapor barrier under laminate floor, required for most laminate flooring installed over concrete. This vapor barrier which is actually a vapor retarder helps to keep moisture vapor from entering into the laminate floor. Concrete substrate must be tested in accordance with the flooring manufacturers instructions. Excessive moisture can be found in a concrete slab of any age. Not all manufacturers require the same tests and not all floors are the same. All-in-one laminate underlayment cushions with a vapor retarder attached are available. [Read more…]