Curling
Curling or edge lifting are conditions related to resilient plank or tile flooring where the edges of the planks are higher than the centers. This condition is often visible in areas where lighting strikes across the floor accentuating the issue. Causes include manufacturing, installation, and site.
Edge Damage
Edge damage can occur during storage, transport, handling, or from improper installation practices. This will lead to visible seams, damaged locking joints and an overall poor appearance of the finished product. If installed, the material is deemed acceptable by the installer and liability for the
Scratching
Vinyl floor covering material can have a protective factory-applied urethane coating which can be is highly resistant to scratches, certain stains, and abrasions, however, it is not indestructible. All surfaces including plastic/vinyl, glass, concrete, wood, laminate, tile, and steel can scratch.
Peaked End Joints
End joint peaking is a condition where the ends of the planks or tiles are raised. This condition is often visible in areas where lighting strikes across the floor accentuating the issue and can occur due to manufacturing-related issues, site contaminants such as abatement chemicals, environmental..