Condensation On Laminate Flooring

So just keep an eye on it.

Condensation on laminate flooring. Hi we seem to have a moisture problem with our laminate floor it is laid on a concrete base the base was screed to level the floor and it has been down for about four or five years with no problems but recently we have noticed areas of water appearing on the floor overnight we have a de humifier that collects quite a drop of water. Concrete floors are porous which means that moisture can pass through them easily. Moisture under the flooring laid over concrete floor slab can ruin the adhesive that holds the top flooring in place. Luxury vinyl flooring planks average about 3 per square foot.

And keep an eye on the condensation on laminate floor. Condensation is a serious concern for concrete floors when they are covered by additional flooring material such as laminate planks. I ve seen laminate floors that can be submerged and they don t seem to be affected by it. Laminate flooring may present a durable plasticized surface to your feet but it s made mostly of wood fibers and wood is sensitive to moisture.

For most floors condensation is the main reason for the sweating especially in warm weather. Some laminate floors you know stand up very well to moisture. Moisture and vapor barriers are installed both beneath and above concrete to stop moisture problems. Because it expands and contracts with fluctuating.

But others will buckle just like hardwood would. Generally speaking laminate flooring is not intended for use in areas with lots of moisture or humidity so your floor may unfortunately be causing you troubles because of the humidity. When warm humid air from outside comes into contact with the cold concrete the air rapidly cools and condenses on the surface causing the wetness. Standard laminate flooring by comparison averages about 2 50 per square foot.

We recommend using a dehumidifier to help for now. Long term we recommend vinyl plank flooring as it is 100 waterproof and perfect for areas such as kitchens.