Installation Guide

ENDURACORE TRIM
Installation Guide
Installation of our Enduracore profiles is the final step in completing your new floor. A few guidelines must be
followed for proper function and durability.
1. Always start with a flat, clean surface for gluing down the profiles.
• Allow proper cure time for any floor levelers or concrete moisture abatement products to properly
cure.
2. Anticipate the overall thickness of the installed flooring product. Be sure to use the correct transition
for equal height transitions surfaces and higher or lower transitioning surfaces.
• Please refer to your flooring manufacturers installation guide for appropriate transitioning
requirements.
3. DO NOT nail or drill into any Enduracore profiles. If you do, note that you have compromised the
water-resistant wear layer and Acqua Floors will not be liable for any potential performance issues.
4. Cutting Enduracor is easy. Angled cuts for overlapping continuous runs can be accomplished using a
compound miter saw. We do not recommend using a hand saw.
5. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for your adhesives cure time.
Because we strongly advise NO nailing or screwing the profile for installation, we highly recommend using the
Waterproof construction adhesive to secure the profile in place. It should feature high grab capability and provide
the high bond strength needed. One tube will produce enough adhesive for approximately 50 lineal feet at a 1⁄4-
inch bead. This equates to 3 to 5 pieces of molding installation. Any excess adhesive can be easily removed once
fully cured.
Application of Adhesive – Always ensure jobsite conditions meet NWFA Guidelines. Cut cartridge at the very top
end. Next, screw the nozzle attachment to the cartridge and cut the end at a 45-degree angle, leaving a 1⁄4”
opening. Place the cartridge of a standard caulking gun and press the trigger until primed. Applying the adhesive to
the profile bottom may allow for a more controlled application but applying directly to the subfloor may also yield
acceptable results. Check your length and anticipated location of each profile prior to laying a bead of adhesive.
Firmly press the desired section of the profiles against the sub floor, and occasionally lift the piece to ensure a
transfer from the profile surface is made to the bonding surface.
Please contact Acqua Floors technical services department at 800-956-8538 for any questions or concerns.