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ritasmith52 · 03-30-2011, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Sean Moore

I read a couple replies and figured I could sum it up in one sentence:

Don't buy your Pergo from the big box stores and make sure you have to glue and strap it.

Seriously... Pergo isn't like Kleenex. You're not going to get the same stuff from different stores. The click laminate is crap... all of it. There is glue together laminate still available in both thicknesses to this day. Just use the 6/7mm stuff for an RV, no need to go to 10/12mm, that's for commercial use.

If you're not wiping glue off of the surface as you're installing it, you're not using enough glue. Rent the strap clamps.

edit: the above advice comes from a floor professional, not an RV professional.

HOW MANY BOXES DID IT TAKE OF BAMBOO? FOR PERSON THAT INSTALLED IT?

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man7sell · 03-30-2011, 08:00 AM

2 boxes plus one piece for a Globe Trotter

ritasmith52 · 03-31-2011, 05:38 AM

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Originally Posted by man7sell

2 boxes plus one piece for a Globe Trotter

Globe totter have good knees?

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ritasmith52 · 03-31-2011, 05:56 AM

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Globe totter have good knees?

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THIS ONE DOES NOT, FEMALE COUNTRY GIRL WITH CANCER, I AM 58 and tired of wasting money for rent! HUBBY HAS DEMENTIA AND HE WANTS RECLINERS IN AND SOFA OUT! OUR NEW CARPET WILL NOT STAY STRETCHED! 3 YRS old stain master! NOW WE BOTH NEED STABLE FLOOR!
DID YOU PUT CARPET PAD OR OTHER UNDER COVERING UNDER FLOOR 1ST AND DID YOU TREAT FLOOR ALSO?

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ritasmith52 · 03-31-2011, 05:58 AM

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Originally Posted by ritasmith52

THIS ONE DOES NOT, FEMALE COUNTRY GIRL WITH CANCER, I AM 58 and tired of wasting money for rent! HUBBY HAS DEMENTIA AND HE WANTS RECLINERS IN AND SOFA OUT! OUR NEW CARPET WILL NOT STAY STRETCHED! 3 YRS old stain master! NOW WE BOTH NEED STABLE FLOOR!
DID YOU PUT CARPET PAD OR OTHER UNDER COVERING UNDER FLOOR 1ST AND DID YOU TREAT FLOOR ALSO?

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WOULD OAK BE BETTER THAN BAMBOO? OUR BAMBOO IN POOL HOUSE IS SOFT AND SCRATCHES BAD!

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Sov1969 · 04-01-2011, 05:59 AM

I chose the laminate flooring because the cork and wood flooring do scratch and dent easy and can stain. For my 32' Excella it will take about 4 boxes of laminate flooring.
Rita, I understand your concerns and health problems. I have congestive heart failure with 9 stints, degenerative joint disease with surgery on both shoulders and back, and have early stage Alzheimer's. I am doing my Airstream to fulfill a dream I have had since 1973, the first time I went in one. I bought it 4 weeks ago and am slowly getting started on the renovation. I wish you both the best in your remodel. Kelly

Sov1969 · 04-01-2011, 06:03 AM

I forgot - lol. Should I do sealer / treatment on the floor while I have the sub floor exposed? I can see the benefits of doing so but am concerned about the toxic effects it may have on the environment inside the trailer. Thanks, Kelly

Gene · 04-01-2011, 08:29 PM

Kellywood, look for a sealer that is water based. I don't think they seal as well, but health is a bigger concern.

Gene

Emerson75 · 04-05-2011, 07:17 PM

Has anyone coated their plywood with Rot Doctor while the plywood is exposed, prior to putting down their new laminate floor?

I've used Rot Doctor around certain areas which showed signs of, or were prone to moisture. I have quite a bit left, and I plan to put some Pergo down (which I was given over the winter from a relative) to replace the original carpet. I was considering coating the entire plywood floor while I have the carpet out, and prior to putting the Pergo down. I haven't contacted Rot Doctor to ask if there would be problems in doing so.

Sov1969 · 04-06-2011, 07:42 AM

You might want to read this. It gives a good idea of how to apply the products as well as what other products are out there. Rot Repair -- Fixing Rotted Wood
Be sure to check out the "home brew" link. It is a very cost effective alternative especially for large areas.

mimiandrews · 04-06-2011, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Emerson75

Has anyone coated their plywood with Rot Doctor while the plywood is exposed, prior to putting down their new laminate floor?

Be sure to read and follow Rot Doctor's procedures for protecting yourself during the use of their product. The warnings on their website look like it may have health risks if inhaled.