Peaked End Joints
What you need to know
End joint peaking is a condition where the ends of the planks or tiles are raised. This condition is often visible in areas where lighting strikes across the floor accentuating the issue and can occur due to manufacturing-related issues, site contaminants such as abatement chemicals, environmental issues, and improper installation.
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