{"id":1199,"date":"2021-12-21T10:34:36","date_gmt":"2021-12-21T10:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.waterandmoistureexpert.com\/?p=1199"},"modified":"2023-08-14T02:49:05","modified_gmt":"2023-08-14T02:49:05","slug":"how-to-fix-wet-laminate-flooring-tips-from-professionals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waterandmoistureexpert.com\/how-to-fix-wet-laminate-flooring-tips-from-professionals\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Fix Wet Laminate Flooring. Tips From Professionals"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you have a laminate floor and notice standing water on it, there\u2019s always a chance it could have water damage. While water damage can be frustrating, there are some things you can do to save your laminate flooring or replace it if the damage is severe enough to call for it. Here are some things to keep in mind if you think your laminate flooring may be damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Fix Wet Laminate Flooring:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first step is always to dry the floor completely. The faster you remove the water and dry the floor, the less damage there will be. The next step is to use a roller to flatten out swollen parts. Use a laminate replacement kit if the damage is only on the top. To reduce minor swelling and prevent the floor from swelling more, you can put something heavy on the swollen parts. For more severe damage you need to replace the swollen planks.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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In this blog, I will further explain in detail how you can fix a swollen laminate floor without replacing it. And also how to dry laminate flooring with water under it, how to fix a warped laminate floor, how to fix a Pergo water damage, and how to fix a damaged vinyl floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>How Do You Fix A Swollen Laminate Floor Without Replacing It?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you notice that your laminate floor is swollen slightly and do not see any standing water, it may not need to be replaced. Here are some alternatives to replacing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>\u25cf Step 1: Dry It Completely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dry the floor as soon as you notice it\u2019s wet. The swelling comes from the water that is absorbed over time. The faster you remove the water and dry the floor, the less damage there will be. You can dry the floor by opening windows, adding fans to the room, and putting in a dehumidifier to reduce the moisture in the air and pull it out of the flooring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>\u25cf Step 2: Use A Roller<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can roll down the swollen areas to help remove the water and flatten out the swollen portions of laminate flooring. You can rent a roller from your local home improvement store or a flooring store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>\u25cf Step 3: Laminate Repair Kit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you notice that the top of the laminate floor is damaged but the structural part is still intact, you can find laminate replacement kits that allow you to resurface the laminate to make it look flat and normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>\u25cf Step 4: Weigh It Down<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

To reduce minor swelling and prevent the floor from swelling more, you can put something heavy on the swollen parts. This will help push out the water that is inside the laminate and make it harder for the floor to absorb any more water. I prefer to use a stack of large books, but some professionals will use anvils and bricks to weigh down the flooring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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