Protective Clothing

• While laminate flooring is made of composite wood covered with a protective finish, it can still create splinters and the sharp edges can cause cuts. Wear safety gloves when handling laminate flooring to protect your hands. Wear safety goggles when cutting laminate flooring to prevent small pieces from getting in your eyes.
  
  

Water

• The backing on a laminate floor is a combination of pressed cardboard and some wood fibers. If this backing is exposed to water, it can rot and cause your floor sections to separate. Avoid excessive cleaning of your laminate floor with water-based cleaners, and do not use steam-cleaning machines. Water also makes the slick surface of a laminate floor very dangerous. Do not use a laminate floor in areas where spills are common, such as bathrooms and kitchens. If you see a spill on a laminate floor, wipe it up immediately.
  
  

Anti-Slip Tape

• A laminate floor creates a slippery walking surface that can be dangerous for anyone in the home. Some people put down area rugs to try and create safe walkways, but the area rugs can slide around on the laminate and create more safety concerns. Use anti-slip tape in the areas where you use area rugs, to keep the rugs in place. You apply anti-slip tape directly to the laminate floor, and then lay the rugs over it. Check your anti-slip tape every month or so to see if it needs to be replaced.
  
  

Wall Gaps

• When installing a laminate floor, it's important to maintain a gap between the wall and the edge of the floor. The Build Direct website suggests a gap of 10 mm. The gap allows the floor to expand and contract with the changing weather conditions. Without the gap, your floor will begin to separate, creating unsafe walking areas.