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How to Install your Laminate Floor 5
For the middle rows, follow the directions above and lay
the panels in the same manner. The length of the first panel of each row
should be varied so that the end seams of each panel may be staggered.
The width of the last row may be shorter than previous rows so it might
be essential to cut the panels of the last row to the suitable width
(See directions above for the first row.)
While installing the panels, it is important to note that wood dust
could be hazardous. Wood products such as fiberboard can create wood
dust when sawed or sanded or machined. This wood dust that becomes
airborne can not only cause health problems, but can also be explosive.
For those reasons, your power tools must have dust collections. You also
need to be cautious in order to prevent ignition.
There is an organization in the United States called NIOSH (National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) that sets guidelines for
limiting wood dust exposure to prevent health problems such allergies,
reduced lung capacity, asthma, nasal cancer, and eye and skin
irritations. When sawing, sanding or machining wood products, use a dust
mask and safety glasses that are approved by NIOSH. Outside the United
States, check with your national occupational health and safety
organization to inquire as to the appropriate standards for protective
equipment in your country.
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