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Laminate Flooring Problems Identified

Laminate Flooring Problems Identified

By Terry Weinheimer | Kevin Weinheimer 2 Comments

Laminate Flooring Problems an aggravation that you want to avoid. And in most situations laminate flooring problems can be avoided with a little extra time spent on the part of you, the salesperson and the installer. In this article we discuss the most common laminate flooring problems. With a short read you will be better informed when purchasing or caring for your existing laminate floor. [Read more…]

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Formaldehyde in Flooring

Formaldehyde in Flooring

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Formaldehyde in Flooring Laminates

formaldehyde in flooringFormaldehyde in flooring has been a concern of many homeowners of recent. Formaldehyde in flooring concerns started with a 60-minute episode featuring a national flooring retailer accused of selling Chinese made laminate with high levels of formaldehyde. Since the first airing and the following related reports, many homeowners have had concerns with formaldehyde in flooring, especially laminate flooring. [Read more…]

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Laminate Flooring Core Density

Laminate Flooring Core Density

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MDF vs. HDF Laminate

Laminate Flooring Core Density

Laminate Flooring Core Density

Laminate Flooring Core Density will be either HDF – High Density Fiberboard or MDF – Medium Density Fiberboard. The core layer is the central board upon which the other laminate layers are attached. The fiberboard core is made of highly compacted wood fibers that are bonded with resins. The core board is designed to support the weight and stress put onto the laminate by foot traffic. The higher laminate flooring core density is HDF,which will make a better laminate flooring core. HDF is high density board and has more strength compared to MDF and Particle board. [Read more…]

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Laminate Moulding and Transitions

Laminate Moulding and Transitions

By Terry Weinheimer | Kevin Weinheimer 5 Comments

Laminate Moulding (Transition) Selection

The use of the proper laminate moulding or “molding” covers the expansion gap and gives your laminate flooring that finished look. The expansion gap reduces the opportunity for future floor failure. There is a variety of laminate moulding and transitions. T-Molding, Stair Nose, Reducer Strip, Quarter Round, Threshold and Wall Base. Always read the manufactures installation instructions to determine where and type required. [Read more…]

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Laminate Floor Construction -The Layers

Laminate Floor Construction -The Layers

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Laminate Floor Construction – The Anatomy of a Laminate Floor

layers of a laminate floorLaminate floor construction consists of 4-5 layers.  While a laminate floor may look very much like a solid wood floor or engineered wood floor, laminate floor construction is different.  Perhaps the biggest difference in laminate floor construction is that what you are actually seeing with a laminate floor is not the natural wood grain it is a photograph that is printed on a paper-like product. The North American Laminate Flooring Association states, “NALFA Certified laminate flooring is comprised of a hybrid of materials fused together through a unique lamination process.” [Read more…]

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Laminate Issues

  • Growing Floating Floor Cause and Effect
  • Shrinking Floating Floor Cause and Effect
  • Floating Floor, What it is!
  • Laminate Flooring Problems Identified
  • Laminate Subfloor Moisture Testing
  • NALFA Certified Laminate the Best
  • Laminate Floor Peaking
  • Squeaky Laminate Flooring Problems
  • Formaldehyde in Flooring
  • Staggering Laminate Floor
  • Direct Pressure Laminate vs High Pressure Laminate
  • Laminate Flooring Core Density
  • Crawl Space Requirements for Laminate Flooring
  • Laminate Moulding and Transitions
  • Dark Laminate Gaps
  • Laminate Floor Construction -The Layers
  • Steam Mop Damaged Laminate
  • Printing Defects in Laminate Flooring
  • Common Laminate Floor Problems
  • Laminate Flooring Terms
  • Acclimation of Laminate Flooring
  • Laminate Floor Manufacturers
  • Laminate Chips, Dents, Scratches, Gouges
  • Vapor Barrier Under Laminate Floor
  • Laminate Flooring Problems
  • Water Damage to Laminate Flooring
  • Expansion Space For Laminate Flooring
  • Laminate Flooring Subfloor
  • Laminate Floor Care and Maintenance

When a Flooring Inspection is Needed

Flooring is one of the largest investments a homeowner will make. At times, your expensive laminate, hardwood or other flooring investment will fail.

The Weinheimer Group is here to help you. Many answers can be found on our webpages. When a more in-depth analysis is required, our Nationally Recognized Certified Flooring Experts are available to investigate the cause of complaint.

We will visit the installation, perform on-site testing, photograph and document the concern. Following our review of tests results and technical data, we prepare a written report based on the facts.

Our Certified Flooring Inspectors are members of National and International Professional Organizations such as WFCA, NWFA and NICFI.

Each inspector holds multiple certifications from national and international associations such as NWFA, NALFA and FCITS.

We service Oregon and Washington on a regular basis. As industry-recognized flooring experts, we are available for travel and consulting throughout the United States.

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Floor Sites

  • Bamboo Flooring Problems Information on bamboo floors
  • Floor Covering Info – Floor Central Information on flooring and floor covering
  • Laminate Association – NALFA North American Laminate Flooring Association
  • Onsite Testing – The Weinheimer Group Laminte and Wood Flooring Inspectors
  • Wood Association – NWFA National Wood Flooring Association Consumer Site

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