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Description
The overlap reducer is
used in much the same fashion as the
flush-mount reducer as it is commonly used to
provide a smooth transition between two floors of separate
height. The overlap reducer is almost exclusively used in
floating floor applications. A common example can be found at the edge of
wood or laminate floorcovering where it meets vinyl floorcovering, as in a
residential kitchen. The reducer provides a smooth,
continuous surface along its entire length to reduce the trip
hazard and provide a pleasing finished edge to wood
floorcovering. The primary difference between the overlap
and flush-mount reducers is the lip to the rear of the profile.
This lip "overlaps" the floorcovering, securing the edge and
providing stability to a floating wood or laminate floor. The
overlap reducer must be matched to the
proper dimensions of the installed floorcovering to achieve the
desired aesthetics and functional stability. The
overlapping edge should rest squarely on the surface of the face
of the floorcovering, not the tongue as with flush-mount
reducers. As with other overlapping profiles, there should
be no physical bond between the transition strip and the
floorcovering. Securing this to the floorcovering could
prevent natural expansion and contraction of the floorcovering
and cause failure. An improperly installed overlap reducer will break when stepped on or
flex when pressure is applied, thus creating a trip hazard.
Specs at a Glance
Dimensions
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Thickness:
Available from 1/2" - 3/4"
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Width: 2 1/4"
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Length: 4',
6.5', 8' random
Species
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Red Oak
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White Oak
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Maple
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African
Mahogany
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Brazilian
Cherry
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Others by
special order
Stain
Finish
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Machine finished in our facility
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The finish has added UV inhibitors to reduce the
effects of ambering.
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Moulding Solutions uses only environmentally friendly, VOC
compliant finishes. Our high solids, high build finishes are
machine applied and quick cured through various methods
including chemical reaction and energy based methods. The
result is an even coat along the entire length of the
product. Our finishes have an added UV absorber to prolong
the life of the finish and resist ambering, or
"yellowing"
of the product from age. The resulting product will last
for years to come.
Installation
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Proper
installation is detailed in the image at the top of this page
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Be sure the lip
covers the surface of the flooring - this profile
provides structural support to the flooring system and
should cover the face of the board
Download CAD Sheet
CAD sheets are a 1:1 drawing in
Adobe .PDF format that allows you to view and print each
profile. This can be especially useful when comparing
different product profiles or determining product
suitability for a particular application.
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