HARMONICS® FLOORING LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FOR RESIDENTIAL USE
Harmonics® laminate flooring products come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty1.
This Lifetime Warranty covers defects in material and/or workmanship which relate to joint integrity,
staining, fading, wear and moisture resistance2 during normal residential use.
Joint Intergrity
The Harmonics® Uniclic® locking system will not fail3.
Stain Resistance
The Harmonics® flooring will resist staining.
Fade Resistance
The Harmonics® flooring will resist fading from exposure to sunlight or artificial light.
Wear Resistance
The Harmonics® flooring wear layer will not wear through the design layer.
Water Resistance
The Harmonics® flooring will resist water damage4.
To qualify for any repair or replacement, you will need to
provide the original dated sales receipt or other documentation to demonstrate proof of purchase.
For your records, click
here to download this form to fill in and keep with your original documentation.
General Terms and Conditions for Laminate Warranties
Harmonics® brand flooring carries the specific warranties listed above. In addition to the requirements
specified for each of those particular warranties, the following general terms and conditions also apply.
If you have questions regarding the warranty information, please contact the manufacturer,
retailer or call toll free 1-888-459-9220.
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This warranty applies only to the first owner and the first installation of the product and may not be transferred.
The "first owner" is the person stated as the buyer on the purchase document(s). This warranty applies only to first
quality Harmonics® brand product purchases made after the edition date of these warranty conditions for the designated
time period when the product is installed in a private residence.
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This product warranty only applies to defects inherent to the material supplied. This means any material or production
defects, acknowledged by the manufacturer. It includes the delamination or reduced resistance of the wear layer, but does
not include, in bevelled-edge products, wear along the edges of the panels less than 3/16" (5mm) from the edge. Harmonics®
Flooring will repair or replace the product, at its option. When replacement of the flooring is made, only new panels from the
current product range at the time the complaint is upheld will be supplied by the distributor or retailer. There will
be no other form of compensation. Responsibility under this warranty only applies to hidden defects. These are defects
that were not visible before or during the installation of the laminate floor. If the product was originally professionally
installed, Harmonics® Flooring will cover reasonable labor costs. Harmonics® Flooring can never be held liable and is
not responsible for any secondary damage.
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The lifetime locking warranty on the Uniclic® joint only applies to open joints greater than 0.01 inches (0.2mm).
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This warranty applies only to first quality Harmonics® brand product installed according to the manufacturer´s
recommended installation instructions in indoor residential spaces. We recommend using the approved Harmonics® Uniclic®
accessories as they have been specifically designed and tested for use with Harmonics® flooring panels. The use of
accessories other than Harmonics® accessories might cause damage to the Harmonics® floor. In such cases, the warranty
provided by Harmonics® will be void. Proof of compliance with the installation and maintenance instructions recommended
by the manufacturer must be provided if a claim is filed. The instructions may also be viewed at
www.harmonics-flooring.com. If installation is not performed by the end user, at least one copy of the installation
and maintenance instructions and this residential warranty must be provided to the end user by the installer.
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This warranty does not apply to laminate flooring that has been put to abnormal use or conditions or abused in any
way. "Abnormal use or conditions" includes, but is not limited to, water damage from plumbing, storm or flood; damage
from smoke, fire or other casualty events; damage caused by negligence, improper alterations of the original manufactured
product. "Abuse" is any use of the flooring that is unreasonable considering the normal and expected uses of a laminate floor
in a residential environment. The damage to the product must be evident, measuring per product unit (panel, accessory, etc.)
at least 1.40 square centimeter or 0.5 square inch, and must not be the result of abusive, abnormal conditions or accidents,
such as but not limited to, damage of a mechanical nature, severe impact or scratches (caused by dragging objects or
furniture) or cutting. The feet of furniture must always be covered with appropriate protective material. Chairs, sofas
or furniture with castors must be fitted with soft rubber wheels. An adequate protective mat or protective castor cups must
be put under this furniture.
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A suitable mat or sufficiently large transition area at the entrance door(s) must be used to prevent sand and/or dust
from damaging the flooring.
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This warranty does not apply to damage from exposure to extreme heat, dryness, water saturation or stains as a result
of chemical or industrial products (other than recommended cleaning products). The floor may not be installed in damp
and/or humid areas, in extremely dry areas or areas where there are extremely high temperatures (such as saunas or
swimming pool areas).
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This warranty excludes damage caused by water, including but not limited to natural disasters (i.e. floods),
naturally occurring conditions/accidents (i.e. appliance and plumbing failures), urine or standing water
(water that remains on the floor longer than 30 minutes). The water resistance warranty does not apply to products
that are less than 8mm thick (not including attached pad) and does not apply to bevelled edge products when used in bathrooms.
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This warranty excludes damage caused by water or moisture trapped beneath the floor due to improper sub-flooring
or underlayment including but not limited to damage from hydrostatic pressure (water or moisture under the floor
that is transmitted to the surface through exerted pressure) or other conditions that result in water or moisture
being below the floor.
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This warranty excludes damage caused by moisture left on the floor (or on or around the skirting boards, wall base or
profiles), cleaning that is too wet and/or the use of inappropriate cleaning products. Prolonged water exposure could
damage your laminate flooring.
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Flooring panels or accessories must be checked carefully for material defects before and during installation and
under sufficient lighting. Products with visible defects must not be installed under any circumstances. The retailer
must be informed in writing of such defects within 15 days. After this time has elapsed, no further complaints will be
accepted. Color and gloss issues resulting from material added to an existing installation at a later date and non-warranty
repairs are excluded from coverage.
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Under no circumstances will Harmonics® Flooring be responsible for any loss of time, inconvenience, expenses,
costs or other consequential damages caused by or resulting directly or indirectly from a problem about which a
claim was made.
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Harmonics® Flooring OFFERS NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, THAN THE ONE DESCRIBED HEREIN, INCLUDING
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NO OTHER REMEDIES SHALL
BE AVAILABLE EXCEPT FOR THOSE PROVIDED HEREIN. Some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
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The general warranty and the Uniclic® warranty periods are both pro rata . A pro rata warranty is one that provides for
a refund or credit that decreases according to a set formula as the warranty period progresses. The Harmonics original warranty
value is reduced by the amount of time that you own it. When a claim is made, the value of the warranty becomes a
percentage of ownership per year based upon 35 years for the general warranty and on the integrity of the Uniclic® joint.
Any services provided as part of this warranty do not extend the original warranty period. If the product for which a claim is
made is no longer available, the customer will be able to choose a Harmonics® laminate flooring product of equal value from
the current product range.
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If there is a conflict between these general terms and conditions and the terms and conditions of the warranties as
specified, the terms and conditions of the warranties as specified shall control.
For service under this warranty please contact your local Costco location. Describe the problem and in many cases,
the retailer can provide you with a solution. For installation, maintenance and technical questions please call 1-888-459-9220.
Harmonics® Flooring • 1000 Cal Oak Road • Oroville , CA 95965
1-888-459-9220
Warranty date: September, 2007
End Notes:
1 See General Terms and Conditions point 14
2 See General Terms and Conditions points 1-15
3 See General Terms and Conditions points 3-4
4 See General Terms and Conditions points 7-10