Manufacturers even sell laminate moldings and transition strip. Laminate flooring is edge-glued over a foam underlayment to form a floating floor. An expansion gap, hidden by baseboards and other moldings, surrounds the flooring perimeter. This system allows the floor to act as a unit that can move seasonally without opening visible gaps. The relatively thin flooring also can be installed over existing vinyl, linoleum, ceramic tile and wood flooring without significantly raising the floor level.
Excessive moisture can penetrate and damage the wood-base core of laminate flooring.
Most manufacturers strongly discourage installation in full bathrooms. Perstorp claims that you can install its flooring in wet baths, but only if the perimeter of the floor is protected by a waterproof silicone sealant. Used by permission. Read our Privacy Policy .