Fish aquariums have been a fast growing hobby for the last few years. Many manufacturers now make beautiful stands and tanks that will match the decor of your home and even the color of your laminate floor. However when not treated properly they can also be a cause of laminate floor damage. And the worst part is that most of the damage will remain unseen until you move the tank.
Water damage from aquariums normally happens during routine cleaning of your aquarium. At this time water can accidentally be spilled around the tank. Even though you can wipe the water up off your floor some spilled water can may actually make it underneath you tank stand where clean up is next to impossible. This standing water will take a long time to evaporate and will have more time to seep into the floor joints.
The results of water exposure over time can be peeling flooring or worse buckling or warping of the planks. If you have a saltwater tank the floor can also begin to get discolored from the salt build up. The salt can also slowly eat away at your floors finish if you fail to clean it up.
To combat this cause of laminate floor damage you need to be very careful when cleaning your aquarium and lay towels down to seal the edges of the aquarium stand to catch any falling water. This little bit of extra care will ensure your wood flooring stays beautiful for a long time.
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Aquariums Are Causes of Wood Laminate Floor Damage If Not Taken Care of Properly
