Comments on: Inexpensive Interior Improvements

by: John

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 11:47:45 +0000

I purchased the Traffic Master Brazillian Cherry from Home Depot in January 2007. We were in the middle of a remodel when I had to have back surgery. THe flooring was stacked in the heated/cooled room until July 2008 when we re-started finishing the room. When we started removing the planks from the packaging, we found almost all planks have cracks in the wear layer. You can actually feel these, not just see them. Now im afraid that if I lay this floor the cracks will really open up. Has anyone seen this problem?

by: Nan H

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 15:43:28 +0000

Just installed Allure in the living room over sealed and painted wood subflooring. Went down great, looks great, Fingers crossed it will stay great. Husband hates home improvement projects, and he had an easy time of putting this down, we are even able to return the two extra boxes we purchased “just incase” (always get 10% extra, they say) because there was virtually no error planks. Just need the trim now. Wish this product had some sort of application for a staircase. I hate that I am going to have to carpet the stairs leading up to the living room. Oh, well!

by: Deb T

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 17:09:18 +0000

I have heard unfavorable comments on the allure flooring. I have used the Dupont laminate and have had it installed in a high traffic kitchen with a large english sheepdog for three years. I love it. i have to be careful not to get it really really wet when I wash it, or let it soak which is a habit of mine but besides that I love it. We used the travertine ( stone) which really mimics the stone well when its down, but I presume the wood Dupont would wear as well. That is the only type I have used to date.

by: Amy

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:01:39 +0000

I am really interested in installing the Allure in my kitchen and family room. However, I have two large dogs (100+ pounds each) and 4 children (ages 6-15). I really need something durable. What are your opinions, should I use this product or opt for the more expensive laminate flooring?

by: Penny

Mon, 12 May 2008 17:33:48 +0000

I purchased the allure floor from Home Depot in Roanoak Texas on 3-29-08. When I purchased this floor I asked how long until delivery. They told me 7-14 days. I have now been waiting for 2 1/2 months and still havent received it yet. Every time I call I get a different story on why my floor is not in yet. The manager Kevin has tried his best and has been very helpful. The woman that works in the flooring dept Kathy is rude uncooperative and just plain doesnt care. I dont really want to cancel my floor because it is just what I wanted. It just looks like that is just what will happen.

by: A. M.

Thu, 01 May 2008 19:22:28 +0000

I would like to convert a closet approx.2′x5′
into a powder room - just a sink & toilet.
Anyone have an idea if it can be done and, if
so, how to go about it. Thanks!

by: Joanne

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 05:34:17 +0000

We installed the Allure about 5 months ago and now notice many scratches on the floor. I thought this was a durable product?!? We have a 3 year old but no pets and nothing that should mark the floor so easily. The scratches are right in the middle of the floor so replacing the planks is not something I want to resort to. Anyone have any tips on what to do about the scratches? Thanks!

by: davidR

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 19:45:39 +0000

I am considering installing this product in a basement play room. Did you get any more info on the scuff problem or the mold problem?

by: chargerplates

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 06:26:10 +0000

As far as I know, any product applied to add shine will void the warranty, and probably make the floor slippery. We even have a customer installing the Allure in a bar, although it’s not currently rated for commercial use. When we got it in the store & I installed it, there was very little info on the Internet at all.

by: Yvonne

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 16:01:03 +0000

Someone installed ceramic tiles in my kitchen, but did not put down the sealant.
Now the grout is dirty. I’m going to try your suggestion on grout cleaner.