Solid Hardwood, Engineered and Laminate Flooring - Laminate Floor with Rounded Fireplace

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stuemke
11-27-04, 11:42 AM
We're installing laminate flooring in a room with a brick fireplace that has a rounded hearth. (The hearth is flat on three sides, but the corners are round in a 1' radius.)

We're looking to lay the laminate attractively around or under the fireplace. We're considering using a powered jamb saw to undercut the fireplace so that the flooring slides under the brick and the expansion space becomes invisible. We're also considering a flexible moulding, but have yet to find one.

Anyone have ideas about this? Your advice is GREATLY appreciated!!

-stuemke

Carpets Done Wright
11-27-04, 05:39 PM
Under cut it. You will be pleased with the finished look.
Jerry T
11-28-04, 04:38 AM
The most elegant way would be to undercut the stone. I use a Crain 820 undercut saw with a diamond blade. The blade number is cr822. I think it also fits the Crain 812. My supplier does not stock these so I had to go online to get it.

stuemke
11-28-04, 07:47 PM
Hi again, all. Just wanted to let you know that we rented a Crain 820 undercut saw from Home Depot yesterday and finished undercutting our fireplace earlier today. I think we should be okay from here out. We've got room for the 1/4" expansion and 1/4" under the fireplace (1/2" total).

If I do say so myself, it looks good!

Thanks for the help!!

-stuemke