Impact Damage

Impact Damage

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Impact Damage

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Impact damage and indentations are common issues that can occur on the surface of laminate flooring. These damages are typically caused by applied vertical and/or horizontal forces on the flooring surface. Here are some common causes of such damage:

  1. High heels: The small surface area of high heels concentrates

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