Installation Guide

INSTALLING AROUND OBSTACLES:
In difcult to t areas, such as door moldings, remove the lip on the groove edge of the planks you
are tting into. This can be done by lightly sanding or planing off the lip on the groove side of the
plank, allowing the plank to be installed laying at. Once the lip has been trimmed on the plank
being tted to, lay the plank at on the oor. Apply a thin bead of PVAc-D3 laminate glue on the
top of the tongue. Then push the plank into position. Once the plank is positioned, wipe off excess
glue with a damp cloth and warm water.
FINAL INSTALLATION:
Remove the spacers placed along the perimeter of the room. To cover the expansion space,
install moldings around the perimeter of the room. Be sure to fasten the molding into the wall, not
through the ooring. Quarter-rounds should be pre-drilled before nailing them to the wall.
Felt protection pads should be placed under furniture legs or other heavy objects to be left in place
for a long period of time. Do not drag or pull heavy furniture, as doing so will damage the oor.
CARE OF LAMINATE FLOORING:
Vacuum Regularly – vacuum using a soft bristle brush attachment only. Placing long bristle mats
at all outside entrances is recommended.
Light Damp Mop – laminate oors may be lightly damp mopped when needed. Avoid standing
water as it can cause the joints between the planks to lift.
Use Floor Protectors on Furniture – Furniture legs can scratch your oors. Any furniture that
rests directly on top of a laminate oor should have oor protector or wide furniture coasters under
all feet.
Don’t Use Oil Soaps or wax-based cleaning products – these products will leave a dull nish
on your oor. Use a oor cleaner formulated for cleaning laminate ooring.
Don’t Use Steam or Wet Jet mops – these products will drive moisture into the joints, causing
the planks to lift.
Trim Pets’ Claws – Pets’ claws may scratch the surface if they are not trimmed regularly.
Wipe Spills Immediately – when liquids get spilled on your laminate oor use a slightly damp
white cloth, or paper towel to immediately blot up and dry the effected area. For more difcult
spots, mix 1 gallon of water with 1 cup of vinegar or ½ cup of ammonia.
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