How can you prevent sheet vinyl flooring from spliting?
by Drlandmann
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It has a tile pattern with grout and even though it is not a seam, the grout lines are
splitting and the flooring is lifting up where split. It's a high end vinyl and is about 4 years old.
4 answers
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William
on Jun 02, 2017
Vinyl floors can crack if the material is not installed properly. The subfloor or underlayment is usually the cause of cracks in a vinyl floor. For severe cracking of the vinyl, the floor will need replacement, and you must repair the underlayment or subfloor to prevent future problems with a new floor. Extreme temperature changes can affect the flexibility of the vinyl. The grout lines are thinner and that is where cracks occur. -
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Drlandmann
on Jun 02, 2017
Thanks , that makes sense that grout lines are thinner. -
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Diana Deiley
on Jun 04, 2017
I'd google or telephone the manufacturer of the tiles for their advice. Best of luck. -
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Joseph Glackin
on Jun 04, 2017
True. it sounds as if it is your floor that is settling. Check with the installer.
William
on Jun 02, 2017
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