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Scobalob | 18:17 Mon 19th Jan 2015 | Home & Garden
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Hi All,
I am about to embark on my first laminate floor installation. I have all the recommended bits and tools but am puzzled over one thing.

All the blurb I've read says to leave a 12mm expansion gap between the flooring and the wall...ok fine - no problem I have the wedges...then, once the floor has been laid I am told that I then put in the 12mm strips of cork expansion strip.

My question is why do I have to leave it to the end...why can't I lay it as I go.

Thanks in advance,
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These laminate floors actually "float" on top of whatever flooring is below.

So as you lay it the flooring moves around and the 12mm gap around the edge will increase and decrease as you lay it.

Only after the last piece of flooring has been laid and the floor settles down does the gap stay a fixed size and you can put in the cork.
Agree with VHG here, Scob. The exact width of the perimeter gap will vary as you go.

Trust me ........... it really is much better, and a better fit if left to the end.
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A big thank you to you VHG and to you The Builder. After mentally installing it I can now see what you say. I will, of course, take your advice...but first, a cup of tea.

Thanks again.

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