Gaps

Nail prevents floor from floating

Gaps

Gaps

Floating floor locked in place

Flatness issue

Gaps

Environmental control

Measure gaps

Fastener locks floating floor in place

Gaps

Flatness issues

LVP Installed over Carpet

Gaps (Laminate)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Gaps in laminate flooring are visible separations at plank locking joints occurring at end joints, long sides, or both. Laminate flooring is a floating system designed to expand and contract with changes in temperature and relative humidity. When contraction, vertical deflection, movement restriction, or locking-profile fatigue reduces mechanical engagement, separation may become visible. End joints are generally more sensitive because they have shorter engagement depth and greater flex response. The presence of gaps alone does not

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