QEPs 8 Cutter effectively cuts laminate flooring up to 8 in. wide and 12 mm thick. It relies on leverage and pressure from a thick, blunt blade to rip through the laminate. The heavy_duty steel frame of this cutter, along with its zinc_plated carbon steel blade, prevent laminate from splitting with blunt blade pressure. Once cut, the rough flooring edge should be placed against the wall or covered with base molding. This cutter does not produce dust, speeding up cleaning time after installation, and is safe to use indoors. Its compact design makes this cutter easy to transport. KS