Understanding Flooring Failures: Causes, Prevention, and Solutions

Understanding Flooring Failures: Causes, Prevention, and Solutions

This course examines the key reasons floors fail, from inadequate subfloor preparation to improper installation techniques. Covering a range of flooring types, the course identifies common pitfalls and best practices for durable, high-quality installations that enhance performance and safety. This course is designed for architects and industry professionals and offers guidance on selecting and specifying the right products and solutions to ensure long-lasting flooring success and occupant safety.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

  • Recall the impact of flooring failures on performance, durability, and occupant safety.
  • Identify common flooring types, their advantages and limitations, and typical installation methods.
  • Recognize the common causes of flooring failures, including moisture, inadequate subfloor preparation, improper installation techniques, lack of movement joints, and incorrect material or adhesive selection.
  • Examine symptoms of flooring failures and explore corrective measures and products that help prevent such issues.
  • Recall compatible flooring products used in surface preparation, installation, or maintenance to enhance floor longevity, safety, and performance.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.

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This course is registered with: 4 Industry Association(s)

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