Installation Guide

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Pergo Multi-Layered T&G Installation Instructions 02162016
tapping block on the tongue to make a snug fit. After installing 8 or 10 rows of
flooring, stand back and check for crowning or heaving due to tension strapping or
any damage caused by improper taping.
CLEAN AS YOU GO:
If any glue squeezes out of the seam between the planks allow it to dry for 10 to 15
minutes and then lightly scrape it away with a plastic scraper or putty knife, any glue left
may be cleaned with a damp cloth. Do not allow the glue to dry on the face of the flooring;
it will be very difficult to clean off.
Starting Off - The First Three Rows
Row One:
Plank 1 should begin in the right hand corner of the room. Spacing around the wall
perimeter of 3/8” can be maintained by using wood wedges. The planks are laid with the
groove side facing the wall. The first row starts with a full length board; working from
right to left will be required when installing T&G engineered hardwood flooring. Slide the
end tongue of the board being installed into the end groove of the board you previously
installed. Place each plank firmly against the wood wedges. After setting the first row
and making sure you are against a firm starting point, lay out three to four rows before
starting to install.
Lay the rest, plank after plank, in this manner until you have completed the first row. Cut
the last plank accordingly. Ensure that this first row is straight using the wedges to
maintain proper 3/8” expansion space from the wall. Planks may require scribing and
cutting to fit wall curvature if present.
Row Two:
When possible use leftover plank from the first row to begin the second row. The
leftover piece from the first row should be considered for this starter piece to
minimize waste. Initial layout of material will allow you to check your end seams to
ensure they are not too close. End joints on adjoining rows should be offset by no
less than 6”. Align this plank and lock the side into place against the first plank in
row 1. The next plank is aligned with the end joint first into the previous plank in
row 2. The side of plank is then tapped lightly against the previously laid row.
Continue laying in this way across the entire row. Remove the fitting wedge and
press in the row of planks with a light pressure on the long side. A Tapping Block
is recommended to ensure a tight fit of all long-side joints. The planks are now laid
row after row in this sequence.
Row Three and Remaining Rows:
Move rows if necessary to ensure that you are not showing any undesirable joint
patterns. The rest of the row’s end joints should be random throughout the floor.
Your first three rows are staggered ensuring that offset of previous row with end
joints are no closer than 6” from one another. When the planks are being placed,
a non-random pyramid or stair step pattern is used to ensure the planks remain
engaged through the force of the tapping. Stretch and stick low adhesion delicate
surface painters tape across every 3 to 5 rows of planks approximately 2’ apart
from each other to hold the floor in place until the glue sets. Remove tape within
24 hours.
Installer’s Responsibility:
Warranty for separation of planks and damage caused by the use of incorrect tape or
length of time tape was allowed to remain on the floor is the responsibility of the installer.
MAINTENANCE
Pergo Engineered Hardwood Floors are very easily maintained. No wax, no mess.
The best way to care for your new floor is to schedule routine maintenance which
includes sweeping the entire floor at least once a week to remove dirt and debris that
may scratch the floor. High traffic areas such as entrances, doorways, and traffic lanes
will require cleaning more frequently depending upon of the amount of concentrated foot
traffic. Following these easy steps is the key to keeping your new floor looking beautiful
for years to come.
STEP ONE:
Routinely sweep your floor with a soft bristle broom or use a vacuum designed for use
on hardwood floors.*
*Warning: Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a wood
floor and should never be used.
STEP TWO:
Apply Premium Hardwood Flooring Cleaner to a terry cloth or micro fiber mop; do not
spray directly onto the floor. Use a back and forth motion with the mop. When the terry
cloth or micro fiber cover becomes soiled, simply replace it with a clean one. Cleaning
the floor with a soiled cover could cause streaking. The covers are re-usable so simply
throw the cover in the wash and dry it as you would any towel. DO NOT USE FABRIC
SOFTENER when washing terry cloth or micro fiber covers.
Tips & Warnings:
• Sweep regularly with a soft bristle broom
• Remove spills promptly and use Performance Accessories Cleaner.
• Use felt protectors under heavy pieces of furniture and chairs.
• Use protective mats at all exterior entrances.
• Never use rubber or latex backed rugs on your floor. We recommend the use of
Mohawk Home
®
rugs and non- slip rug pads. Rug pads should extend all the way
to the edges of the rug to work properly. Regularly clean under rugs and rug pads.
• Spiked heels or shoes in need of repair can severely damage floor.
• Replace hard plastic, metal castors, or wheels on furniture with soft rubber castors
or by using a protective mat under the castors.
• Never wet or damp mop your floors.
• Never use steam cleaners on your floor. This will force moisture into the finish and
cause damage to your floor. Never use oil soaps, wax, liquid or other household
products to clean your floor.
• Keep pet nails trimmed as recommended by your veterinarian.
• Protect your floor when using a clean, soft-rubber tired dolly for moving furniture
or appliances.
• Use protective window coverings to protect hardwood floors from excessive heat
during periods of direct sunlight.
Hardwood flooring will scratch and dent
With today’s active lifestyles it is important to note that hardwood flooring can, and will,
scratch and dent. See Tips & Warnings for protecting your hardwood floor. In order to
prevent excessive abuse the use of strategically placed mats and area rugs as well as
floor protectors on chair and table legs are a must.
Transition Mats
Transition Mats should be used at all exterior entrances to minimize tracked in soil and
reduce moisture during inclement weather. Ideally, the purchase of two sets of transition
mats for each exterior entrance will allow a fresh one to replace the soiled one weekly
during routine cleaning. This will prevent the transition mat from becoming a soil source.
Hardwoods react to sunlight
Hardwood contains certain types of acids in their cellular structure. With exposure to
sunlight these acids begin to amber. The color change is referred to as patina. The wood
will reach its own natural warmth and patina level and stop ambering. The amount of
patina is directly related to the species, amount of acids and the level of sunlight. The
entire floor will reach the same patina level over time. This is often noticed after a rug is
removed and the floor is noticeably different in color underneath. If you remove the rug
and expose the entire floor to the same amount of light, it will even out over time and
become uniform in color.
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