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    Oct 19, 2011, 08:58 AM
    Problems with laminate floors?
    We had laminate floors installed and had some peaking, as the weather got cooler,the peaking went almost away. Is this a problem
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    Oct 19, 2011, 09:07 AM
    That is not normal. My guess is that the installers did not leave the quarter inch expanding room around the edges. If I were you I'd complain to the installer - and take some pictures in case the problem is not apparent when they come to check it out.
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    Oct 19, 2011, 09:10 AM
    I agree, sounds like a bad installation. Start calling your installer. Do you know how to test the humidity level in your home?
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