Installation Instructions

INSPIRE COLLECTION FLOOR PLANKS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Achim’s Family of Home Furnishings
www.achimonline.com
Customer Service # 1.800.54.ACHIM
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6' 8' 10' 12' 14' 16' 18'
6' 2 2 3 3 3 4 4
8' 2 3 3 4 4 5 5
10' 3 3 4 5 5 6 7
12' 3 4 5 5 6 7 8
14' 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
16' 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
18' 4 5 7 8 9 10 11
20' 5 6 7 9 10 11 13
Tools Needed: Tape measure, pencil, utility knife, straight edge and chalk line reel
How Many Boxes Do You Need?
After measuring the room, use the chart below to determine how many boxes you’ll need to complete
the job.
Easy Do-It-Yourself Installation
Important: Make sure the COLOR on the side of this box is the same when using two or more boxes.
Before installing the planks, store them at room temperature for at least a day.
1. Preparing the Surface
ALL floor surfaces must be dry, clean, smooth and level.
• Cement: Fill in all cracks and holes with a suitable latex filler.
• Wood: Make sure all old wooden planks are securely nailed down. Counter-sink nail heads and
cover with latex filler. The surface must be completely clean and free of paint, varnish, or wax.
• Resilient Vinyl: Remove all dirt, grease, or wax build up.
DO NOT install new planks over cushioned vinyl rubber flooring. Remove flooring or cover with plywood.
If installing plywood, remember to countersink the nails and cover the holes with filler.
DO NOT INSTALL PLANKS OVER:
• Any floor exposed to excessively hot or cold temperatures
• Any floor exposed to excessive moisture
• Radiant heated floors
• Particle board