How to fix hybid flooring not joined anymore?

Question

Hi Team. The hybrid (click clack) flooring has come apart at 1 join, as in the pic below. I have tried using a suction cup but it won't grip - even when using water due to the texture of the flooring. Is there any other tricks I can do to get the boards locked in?

Dave-1 · Answer

Good Afternoon @rusty26

I was heading for the same suggestion as @EricL 's. That click clack is a pain to move once its in. Tho I would have a go at @JacobZ 's suggestion at first as there is nothing to loose. I would go gentle on the tapping and take your time over a brute force effort.

Dave

JacobZ · Answer

Hi @rusty26,

Just to add another possible solution that shouldn't be too risky, I have seen examples where people apply a few layers of quality painter's tape over the flooring, then use some glue such as this

https://www.bunnings.com.au/gorilla-20g-super-glue-gel_p0381626

to attach a block of timber to the painter's tape, ensuring no glue comes into contact with the flooring itself.

You can then use a hammer to tap the timber block to shift the flooring sideways back into the groove.

Once happy with the result, you can pull the tape to remove the block from the flooring. If any residue is left over, it can be cleaned off with some

https://www.bunnings.com.au/goof-off-177ml-adhesive-remover_p1580913

.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

EricL · Answer

Hello @rusty26

I've seen those repair videos you are referring to, what they don't tell you is that by using these methods there is the danger of ripping the laminate surface off. I therefore suggest using the safe method of removing the skirting board and re-laying or using the proper tools to re-clip the flooring back to each other.

Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1, @Noyade and @WoodenGregsWood for their recommendations.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric