Heat the Laminate Plank

What happens here

Begin by taking a piece of laminate flooring that matches your existing floor. Using a heat gun, apply heat evenly along the line where you intend to bend the laminate. Move the heat gun steadily back and forth to ensure the material softens uniformly, making it pliable enough for bending without cracking or damaging the finish. This process softens the adhesive and plastic layers within the laminate, allowing it to be reshaped.

Goal: Soften the laminate plank for bending