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Can we put a gas fireplace directly in front of this flooring... It says its ok for the fireplace but we are concerned about what will happen to the flooring with the het
If the flooring material is close enough to the heat source, then yes, the floor will deform. There will need to be a minimum 18" separation between the flooring and the fireplace.
Was this helpful?Will a gas log fire with enclosed doors cause the planks to warp? It is at one end of the room.
If the flooring material is close enough to the heat source, then yes, the floor will deform. There will need to be a minimum 18" separation between the flooring and the fireplace.
Was this helpful?how do I remove adhesive from coretec
Remove adhesive residue using a clean cloth dampened with mineral spirits. Follow instructions on the manufacturer's label .
Was this helpful?I live in Georgia and would like to install this in my screened patio room. The base is the original concrete slab. Occasionally rain blows in and wets the perimeter of the floor. Is this product an option for this area?
Coretec planks have not been approved for outdoor use or screened patio uses.
Was this helpful?Are these Coretech XL Plus planks compatible with under floor electric heating?
Coretec planks have been approved for use with heating. Please see the installation PDF for further information.
Was this helpful?If you have a basement that occasionally has water issues, would this floor allow any water that comes up underneath to evaporate without damaging the flooring?
The COREtec is a waterproof floor, but not a mold and mildew proof floor; as such, any water that seeps in through the concrete underneath will not evaporate out through the seams. Long term exposure to moisture may result in mold and mildew formation. The floor would need to be taken up and laid flat, cork side up, in order to dry out both the flooring material and the subfloor and minimize the formation of mold and mildew on the flooring.
Was this helpful?Our Retirement community has a building with a card room, an exercise room and a gym equipment room that all need floors replaced due to hurricane Irma. Is CoreTec suitable for them.
This flooring would be suitable for a card room, but typically we would recommend a different flooring surface for rooms with equipment will be used.
Was this helpful?what is considered extreme temperature of room?
]Maintaining an optimum room temperature of 70° F and a humidity range of 30-50% is recommended. Please see the installation PDF for further information.
Was this helpful?I will be installing on top of wood floor of a house built on piers do I need to install a vapor barrier between LVP and wood plank sub floor?
We do not recommend a vapor barrier over a wooden subfloor.
Was this helpful?Can I use kitchen chairs on rollers on Cortec plus? Thank you
You can use rolling kitchen chairs on Cortec Plus 5 vinyl plank flooring. This floor is a commercially rated floor and has been built to withstand a high amount of traffic.
Was this helpful?Can this floor be installed over a subfloor that is not even? Will it bend over time to conform to imperfections in the subfloor?
These planks can handle minor imperfections. However, please see the Coretec installation PDF for more detailed information.
Was this helpful?Will using Whisperpad premium underlayment cause the planks to not stay locked?
COREtec Plus 5" planks already have underlayment attached, so an additional underlay would not be necessary.
Was this helpful?Are Coretec floors UV cured and are they low VOC, what thickness is the polyurethane layer???
Coretec Plus products have a Wear Finish of 2 coats UV-cured acrylic. These products are GreenGuard Gold Certified.
Was this helpful?If I'm installing over concrete how "level" must the floor be and I understand a vapor barrier is necessary? Would planks or squares be better if the floor is not exactly level?
Planks or squares will not make a difference. Per the installation instructions, subfloors need to be flat and level to 3/16" over 10'. Any humps or dips should either be ground down or leveled using a Portland based self leveling compound.
Was this helpful?i have a new construction that has tile flooring throughout the first floor . my tiles have a hollow sound to them and some are making a popping sound when you walk on them , can cortec be installed over them , thus eliminating the hollow sound and popping sounf from underneth it ?
Coretec can be installed over tile. The hollow sound is likely spots underneath the tile where no mortar was spread. We have not tested if installing Coretec over hollow tile installations.
Was this helpful?I have concerns about knee issues. I plan to use Coretec Plus Dakota Walnut in all the upstairs bedrooms and hallway. Do you recommend adding extra cork in addition to the cork underlayer that already comes with the product? My husband and I are seniors
The manufacturer recommends no additional underlayment. It can cause the floor to break and come apart.
Was this helpful?Can this flooring be installed over radiant heat? I am looking for a product to replace a tile kitchen floor. We have dogs that drip water all over the floor
COREtec is approved for installation over radiant heat. Radiant heat systems must have a minimum of 1/2” separation from the product. Maximum operating temperature should never exceed 85°F (30°C). Use of an in-floor temperature sensor is recommended to avoid overheating.
Was this helpful?How will the COREtec Plus hold up under ADA ware? I use a walker and use rolling office chairs in the kitchen where I am considering installing this product. Suspect over time this will evolve to wheelchairs. Even my old (1920) solid oak floors splinter from constant use of the office chairs.
We recommend using chair mats underneath rolling chairs as over time the wheels can damage the surface of the floor.
Was this helpful?How do I remove a scratch?
If the scratch is light and only in the poly finish on the top, you can try some Hilway Direct Floor Finish Matte to protect it and fill it in. You can find that here: http://www.1877floorguy.com/hdmatte1liter.html If it's into the vinyl, there is a vinyl repair kit, but the gloss level may be different. That's available here: http://www.1877floorguy.com/scratchfix.html
Was this helpful?We recently had some minor flooding in our basement and pulled up the carpet and pad. Now we are considering what to put down. Is there a way to install the Vinyl plank so that will not allow water to be trapped under the flooring? i.e. could we use a silicone caulk at the wall/floor point both under and on top of the planking and behind the baseboard to "seal" against water getting under? Do you have a "best method" to seal as well as possible against water being trapped?
Generally we'd recommend gluing the floor down, but we don't recommend gluing in a basement as it is difficult to control moisture coming up through the slab when it's below grade and the adhesive has a tendency not to cure. Flexible silicone could certainly be used around the perimeter; however, that will do nothing if there is excess moisture coming up through the floor. We also recommend sealing the concrete prior to laying the floor.
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