Frequently
Asked Questions
Here are
some frequently asked questions about the installation
and maintenance of your laminate floor.
Installation
FAQ
1.
Can I install a laminate floor on top of existing flooring material?
Laminate flooring can be installed over most existing floors.
If carpet is the existing material, we need to pay attention to
the carpet padding. Any short-fiber carpet without thick carpet
padding is all right. For carpet installed over thick padding, it
is recommended to remove both the underlayment foam and the carpet.
If the carpet was laid directly over a concrete floor, all types
of carpet and underlayment foam must also be removed.
2.
Is the glue waterproof?
The glue is not waterproof. It can only resist intermittent
and short-term exposure to water.
3.
How should mouldings be installed?
Mouldings can be glued or nailed to the wall, but not to the floor.
4.
Why are joints of my recently installed floor peaked along the edges?
It is normal that a slight and temporary swelling of the
groove segment appears after the floor is glued. This is an indication
that the glue is absorbed in the core material. It will be corrected
by itself shortly following the installation.
5.
Why is a moisture barrier applied on concrete?
A vast amount of water can be trapped by concrete floors
below ground. Since the soil adjacent to the concrete can bring
humidity to the floor, it is important to avoid direct contact between
the laminate flooring and the concrete floor.
6.
Should I continue if the first row of my flooring didn't get installed
straight?
The straightness of the first row is critical to the entire
installation. If the first row does not get aligned properly or
the joints are not sealed tightly, the overall installation
will be compromised. Planks along both sides and ends must be parallel
to each other or wedge-shaped gaps between planks will be resulted.
Maintenance
FAQ
1.
How do I clean my laminate floor?
Regularly vacuum or sweep your laminate floor serves the
purpose of general cleaning. You can also choose to wipe your floor
occasionally with a cloth mop or a light damp cloth. Frequent cleaning
with water is not necessary. To remove heavier spots or stains,
apply a cleaner especially formulated for varnished hardwood floors
or a nonabrasive household cleaner diluted in water. A mixture of
household vinegar or ammonia and water is suitable for heavier cleaning
as well. Avoid applying soap-based detergents or wax-based products
to your laminate floor as these
may leave a dull finish on your floor.
2.
How can I improve the shininess of my laminate floor?
Shininess of the laminate flooring is a manufactured characteristic
which can not be modified. So, you never need to wax or polish your
laminate floor.
3.
How can I remove the glue traces left on my laminate floor?
New traces can be removed by using warm water with damp
cloth. Any glue traces missed in the initial cleaning can be removed
by household ammonia and water mixture with a damp mop or cloth. |
