Peaked End Joints

Peaking end joints

Lack of expansion space

Peaking end joints

Measure peaking

Up-and-down movement when applying finger pressure

Isolated peaking

Peaking end joints

Check floor temperature

Peaking end joints

Peaking

Peaking end joints

Steel ruler shows peaking

Lack of expansion space

Floor locked in place

Check expansion space

What you need to know

End joint peaking is a condition where the ends of the planks or tiles are raised. This condition is often visible in areas where lighting strikes across the floor accentuating the issue and can occur due to manufacturing-related issues, site contaminants such as abatement chemicals, environmental issues, and improper installation.

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