Flooring in the kitchen
 

Quick question. I am curious if we have to install our flooring under the dishwasher or just right up to it? The d/w measures 34-1/8" tall and the cabinets are 34-1/2" tall. We were planning on just going up to both. It is a floating 12mm floor (laminate with moisture lock) so it could be taken up if the d/w had to be moved.

Thank you.

As long as you leave a gap, up to it should be OK.

If it were vinyl or tile I would tell you to do under the dishwasher to help in the event your dishwasher were to spring a leak. I have seen more laminates fail due to moisture than any vinyl or tile. A ladies cat tipped over its small water dish in the kitchen and the laminate flooring buckled by the time she returned from work. If you are still going with the laminate, good luck.

How big a gap do you suggest? I have gotten many conflicting reports from stores, friends and a contractor so I am curious of your suggestion.

Follow the manufacturers instructions.