Installation Guide

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Installation Instructions

Laminate Flooring (For Indoor Use Only)

Grade Levels

Above Grade

On Grade

Below Grade

3. INSTALLING THE SECOND AND REMAINING ROWS

a. Begin installing the second row by angling the plank to allow the tongue to

slip into the groove of the plank in row 1 (Plank C, Fig. 3A). Maintain inward

pressure (towards the previous row) while gently moving the plank up and

down as you slowly push the plank to the oor (Fig. 3B). Do not force the

plank to the oor if the tongue is only partially inserted into the groove.

b. Install the next plank by placing it near the previous plank in the row and

laying it at to the oor while leaving a small gap (2-3 mm) between the

short ends of planks D and C (Fig. 3C).

c. Once the plank is lying at, gently tap the plank as described at the end of

step 2 to join planks C and D (Fig. 3D).

d. Placing the tapping block no closer than 8 in. from either end, tap lightly

along the long side to ensure the joint is fully seated and no gaps exist. (Fig.

3D) Note: Uneven tapping or use of excessive force may damage the joint.

e. Continue laying the oor from left to right, as described in the previous steps

(Fig. 3E). Remove the short side tongue from any full planks used in starting

a new row.

f. Trim the planks to be used in the nal row to the desired width while taking

into consideration the necessary gap of 5/16 in. needed between the planks

and the wall. Install the nal row as described in the previous steps (Fig. 3F).

20º

3A 3B

3D 3E 3F

4. INSTALLING THE LAST ROW

Use the pull bar to draw the last row to t tightly to the previous row (Fig. 4A).

USE PULL BAR LAST ROW

4. FINISHING THE INSTALLATION

Remove all spacers (Fig. 5A).

Create a watertight seal by rst lling the entire expansion perimeter,

T-molding spaces, and other open areas with 3/8 in compressible PE foam

backer rod (Fig. 5A).

Next cover the backer rod and any remaining gaps with 100% silicone sealant.

DO NOT use acrylic sealants.

Prior to installing the molding, apply silicone sealant to the portion of the

molding or transition that will contact directly with the laminate ooring

surface. Install moldings and immediately wipe away any excess silicone

sealant. Apply silicone sealant at connections to door frames, T-Joint

moldings, or any other xed objects.

Install moldings and immediately wipe away any excess silicone sealant.

INSTALLING AROUND MOLDINGS AND DOOR JAMBS

In challenging areas such as door moldings where planks can’t be installed at

an angle it may be necessary to modify the joint. Begin by removing a portion of

the groove from the planks being tted to in the previous row by either planing

or sanding. Once the material is removed apply a small amount of laminate glue

to the top of the subsequent plank’s tongue and install it by sliding it on the oor

into place. Wipe up excess laminate glue with a damp cloth and warm water.

Plane or Sand

Apply Glue