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Can flooring be installed over existing floor, and also tiled kitchen?
Yes, our Coretec Plus 5" Waterproof Vinyl Planks can be used over existing flooring and tiles.
Was this helpful?I bought the brand new Bissell Crosswave Max to take care of my floors - I am partially disabled and would make cleaning so much easier. May I use it on this floor with the special formula for hardwood floors? Also, in a small, I mean small, home, does a narrower or wider plank look better?
Please reach out to Bissell directly, since the hardwood formula may not be the best choice for vinyl. They do carry a multi-floor formula that should work, but we'd recommend you talking to them directly since they'd know their product best. As far as the plank widths are concerned, it is totally your preference since both widths have their own charm, and some people just prefer one over the other. However wider planks are known to make smaller spaces appear bigger and are pretty popular at this time.
Was this helpful?Can I install in a home I turn the heat off in winter months
COREtec floor covering is an interior product and must be stored/installed in a temperature-controlled interior environment, maintained between 55 and 85 degrees F or 13°-29°C. Be sure before installing to allow the product to acclimate a full week before installing it.
Was this helpful?How do you place the trim piece over the edge of a step door on the Cortec flooring? I E. Over the toe kick of the stairs.
A Coretec stair nose would be held on with adhesive so when replacing you will want to extract the trim along with any additional adhesive leftover before installing a new stair nose.
Was this helpful?What is the mil on Gold Coast Acacia?
This is a 8 mm thick plank.
Was this helpful?Can I install this product in an non controlled room that goes from 32 to 100 f depending on year season??
This product is not able to be installed in those types of temperatures however coretec does make a rigid core that is able to be installed in this environment. Try the COREtec Pro Plus Rigid Core Vinyl Planks.
Was this helpful?how long has cortex been using the cork backing? what are the reviews about the cork backing product.
Cortex has been using cork backing since the start of this product. One of the owners of a cork manufacturer bought into the company and applied the cork backing. It helps the floor to become more sound proof.
Was this helpful?Can 30# felt be used as an underlayment for Coretec Plus 12mm?
COREtec Plus already has underlayment attached. The manufacturer does NOT recommend using an additional underlay.
Was this helpful?Just installed this floor. Looks great but shows every little bit of foot traffic. How can I avoid this? Maybe apply some kind of finish? Please advise.
Please see the maintenance PDF for detailed information. It is recommended to use walk off mats at every entryway.
Was this helpful?C an this product be used in basements. Are there any special installment precautions to prevent floor up moisture problems?
Yes this product can be used in a basement. Please see the manufacturer installation PDF for detailed instructions.
Was this helpful?Can I use coretec over electric mat floor heating system
COREtec is approved, please see detailed installation instructions for thorough information.
Was this helpful?I know that a vapor barrier is recommended when installing COREtec over concrete. Can I just use for the vapor barrier the 6 mil plastic sheeting sold at the big-box hardware stores? And should I tape it to the concrete or just let it float? Thanks.
Any vapor barrier thickness should be suitable. You can tape it to the concrete or tape the sheets together, creating a floating barrier. Either way is fine.
Was this helpful?Can this flooring be installed in a 3 season porch where it will be protected from the elements, but may have temperature fluctuations over time? We do not plan on heating during the winter.
The material is stable from 32 to 140 degrees. The flooring must be maintained in accordance with USFloors maintenance instructions.
Was this helpful?Is there ever any need to use a sealer on these planks?
The planks do not need to be sealed.
Was this helpful?I had Coretex plus flooring installed a year ago and I love it. However, the felt pad on one of my dining room chairs slipped off and I did not notice it until I saw some scratches on the planks. What is the best way to remove these scratches?
There are several vinyl flooring scratch repair kits that are available. Be sure to select one specifically for vinyl and in a color that matches your floor if available.
Was this helpful?This would be going in the 2nd floor of our home. I know it has a cork backing, but has anyone also used an additional sound absorbing underlayment? I don't want to hear heals upstairs, and I don't want a hollow sound that laminate has.
The manufacturer does not recommend using additional underlayment with the COREtec floors.
Was this helpful?I have steam cast iron radiators. Is it ok for the legs to be in contact with Coretec Plus vinyl flooring since they get very hot. Does a barrier need to be put in between the legs and the flooring? If so, what would you recommend? Thank you
Providing the temperature of those legs does not get above 85 degrees, it should be fine. If the legs will be hotter than that, then yes, there should be something heat proof between the radiator and the flooring.
Was this helpful?I have a half circle to tile in kitchen.. How do I cut arcs in tile pieces?
You can make specialty cuts carefully using a saw or using a blade.
Was this helpful?what type of adhesive is recommended to secure the baby threshold to the planking?
You can use adhesive caulk or wood glue.
Was this helpful?Is this Coretec made in the U.S., i. e. none of it in China?
COREtec is not currently made in the USA, but that may change in the future.
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