Does Laminate Flooring Go Under Kitchen Cabinets
When remodeling your cabinets, or just your floor, you might wonder if installing flooring under the cabinets is a good idea. This is a frequently asked question by most homeowners when they hire a local laminate flooring expert. The answer becomes obvious after some discussion. Cabinets and other items (fixtures) that need to be bolted to the floor should avoid installation on laminate flooring.
Any cabinet or furniture you put down on top of your flooring will exert pressure on it, limiting its ability to expand or contract with the temperature changes—causing warping if left unchecked. You risk having your flooring buckle or being damaged beyond repair.
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Can Laminate Flooring Be Installed Underneath The Kitchen Cabinets
Laminate flooring is quickly becoming the material of choice for high-traffic areas in homes, such as kitchen floors. A floating floor gets installed on a foam base instead of