Vinyl Floor Open Seam
Added February
1st, 2006
Q. The seam of my vinyl
floor is starting to open slightly in a few places. There
is black stuff in the slits. Could this be asbestos if the
house was built in 98? What's the best way to seal these slits?
A: You should not worry about asbestos. If you know
the manufacturer, you can contact them for the right seam
sealer. This prevents discoloration. You can buy all-purpose
adhesives and seam sealer kits at home store or flooring centers.
You'll need a blow dryer to heat the seam and peel back the
vinyl with a putty knife, so you can remove dirt and grit.
Use mineral spirits to clean the seam for greases and oils.
Use the putty knife to apply the adhesive. Rub with a seam
roller and cleaning rag to remove excess adhesives. Blow dry
again to soften the vinyl to get it to lay flat and stick.
Use painters tape to cover up the seam and weight it down
with something. Once the adhesive sets, you can use the recommended
seam sealer.
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