2006-11-22 15:16:30 · 7 answers · asked by p_c_landscape 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Contractor here... It has been my experience that most laminate flooring CANNOT be repaired. The best you can do is replace the damaged sections . If it is a glued together type, well, I'm afraid you're outta luck. It it's one of the snap together types, you'll have to dismantle the floor and replace the broken sections.
Now, if it is a glue type, it is somewhat possible to cut out the damaged sections, then (with a factory supplied) router bit set, to restore some edges and try to glue new sections back in place. I have yet to see or hear of it being done successfully. I had a Wilsonart brand floor, and when it got damaged, I just scraped it, and installed tile.
If it's a hardwood/plywood type floor, you can cut out damaged sections, then replace with new. For this, you'll have to remove the bottom lip of the groove to get the last section in place. his last section will have to be glued with a very strong adhesive to avoid top nailing.
Best of luck to you, but my advice is to stay away from those floors altogether. Oh, let me guess...your dishwasher sprung a leak at the in-tube??? That is the most common cause.
2006-11-22 15:24:21 · answer #1 · answered by FRANKFUSS 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, I cant imagine a fix for particle board that has gotten wet. If it is delaminating....you are going to remove and replace it. Alot of people are finding this problem. The manufacturer states that the flooring does not need to be glued at the joints. They sell more flooring that way. I always recommend and do glue every joint for water tightness. It pays. Only the higher end laminates are solid plastic and not subject to water.
2006-11-22 15:27:26 · answer #2 · answered by Letal. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually laminate flooring is really sensitive in water that's why few household used carpet over it, so I think the best solution for that is to replace the damage section or if you still hoping that you can fixed it you should consult for a tiler.
2016-03-29 06:15:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, it is not a good idea to use it in the kitchen, or laundry area. The damaged parts will have to be replaced.
2006-11-22 15:23:42 · answer #4 · answered by T C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pull up the boards and replace them
2006-11-22 15:17:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
relaminate
2006-11-22 15:20:34 · answer #6 · answered by todd s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put a rug over it.......
2006-11-22 15:18:46 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋