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solidGas
06-22-04, 03:54 PM
I am going to be installing 1200 sqft of laminate throughout my house (escrow closes on Friday Yippee). I have read many post on this site but have not found any info on laminate thickness.

I found a great price on ifloor.com for ALLOCs home flooring BULK @ $1.58 sqft originally $2.87. I have heard good things about ALLOC but the thickness of the boards are only 0.28". Is this thickness going to have problems cracking or warping? Will the boards bend with a thick foam underlay? It seems this price is to good to be true. Should I have any concerns?

Thanks in advance
Jeff

Carpets Done Wright
06-23-04, 06:25 AM
Don't be sold on thickness alone. There are a lot of thinner floors, that out perform the thicker flooring. Alloc / Home is one of these.

You will be just fine with the Alloc.
solidGas
06-23-04, 09:39 AM
Thanks Perry. I feel better about the purchase. I have learned alot through this forum. I have also read many of your replies, very informative, keep up the good work.