If you notice a bubble in your laminate floor, you should carefully cut a small slit in the bubble with a sharp utility knife. Then, use a syringe to inject a small amount of wood glue or adhesive into the slit. Press down on the bubble to remove any excess air and use a heavy object to weigh it down until the glue dries.
You should not buff a laminate floor.
the laminate is laid upon a expanded polythene mat like fine bubble wrap. The laminate is not fitted completely into the floor space. A 5-10mm gap to allow for expansion is required and an edging strip fixed only to the skirting board covers this gap
Yes, you can.
Remove the laminate floor first
Yes. You should use a good quality underlay with it though to reduce the noise of the laminate knocking on the tiles.
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To restore the shine of your laminate floor, you can clean it with a mixture of water and vinegar, use a laminate floor cleaner, or try a commercial laminate floor polish. Regular cleaning and maintenance will help keep your floor looking shiny and new.
yes water can get in the small gaps where the floor is locked together and soften the tongue and groove causing the gaps to bubble and look ugly over time
Laminate floor cannot be refinished. It will have to be replaced. Hardwood flooring can be refinished.
No, laminate is floating type of floor installed over an insulation pad. Hardwood floor has to be nailed, stapled or glued to the subfloor. If you do manage to install hardwood on top of laminate sooner or later your Laminate floor will expand due to high temperature or humidity and it will create gaps between hardwood planks.
No, you should not lay laminate flooring over carpet padding. Laminate flooring requires a solid, stable surface for proper installation and support. Carpet padding can compress and shift, leading to an uneven floor and potential damage to the laminate. It's best to remove the carpet and padding to ensure a suitable base for the laminate.
If the vinyl is down tight , the answer is YES, Laminate con go over it