ᐅ Gap forming between linoleum and engineered wood flooring joints

Created on: 14 Jan 2009 19:25
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klaubar-1
14 Jan 2009 19:25
Hello
I have a question.
My linoleum engineered flooring is lifting over a length of 10 cm (4 inches) and a width of about 5 mm (0.2 inches) in a joint area of the substrate due to water exposure. In this joint area, the linoleum is raised about 1 mm (0.04 inches).
Is there a special adhesive I can use to reattach the damaged area and also seal the gap of approximately 1 mm (0.04 inches)?
Thank you in advance for your help.

klaubar-1
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ladi-1
14 Jan 2009 19:38
hello klaubar

which product is it?
how old is it?
what were the exact circumstances? standing water near the joint area?
are there any photos?

best regards
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klaubar abreabre-1
16 Jan 2009 15:46
Hello
Product: Click-lock linoleum flooring from OBI
Age: approx. 3 years
Conditions: The flooring is installed in the entrance area of a medical practice, exposed to water from wet shoes.
Only the linoleum layer has come loose from the carrier layer (it can be pressed back with a finger, and the carrier material has not swollen).
I don’t have any pictures, as it concerns a small gap that would not be visible in a photo.

Thank you very much for your help
Klaus
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ladi-1
16 Jan 2009 15:53
hello,

joints up to about 3mm (0.1 inches) can be welded. this prevents further water penetration but will be visible afterwards.

my recommendation for entrance areas is to use dirt traps. these capture dirt particles and moisture and reduce the transfer of dirt into other rooms by up to 90%. you can install dirt traps permanently or use mats placed on existing flooring.

best regards
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Louis-1
9 Feb 2015 16:51
Hello,

We did the same and now have floor mats in this area. I also had an issue with water, which I was able to weld effectively. However, it is barely visible.
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Kurt1985-1
17 Mar 2015 10:26
Yes, I know that feeling, and I’ve experienced it myself. I welded it as well, but it’s still visible. However, the idea of using dirt mats is a good one, and I will take a closer look at that. Good tip.