Installation Guide

Diagram 1a Diagram 1b
5. Start the second row using 1/3rd of a plank. Place the cut end against the wall. Insert the tongue on the
long side of the plank into the groove of the plank in the first row. Hold the plank in a 20° to 30° angle
while applying pressure inward and down until they lock together. To complete the second and all
successive rows, it will be necessary to align the short end onto the previous plank first before locking the
long side of the plank. Angle the plank and push the tongue into the groove and adjust it until the tongue
locks into place. It may be necessary to the planks inward to lock the joint together. Complete the second
row allowing 3/8 inch expansion space at the start and end of the row.
6. Start the third row using a 2/3rd length of a plank with the cut end against the wall. Complete each row
thereafter using a random layout with end joints off-set by at least 8”. Plan the layout to avoid using small
planks (less than 6”) at the walls and stagger the end joints 6 to 8 inches. The cut piece at the end of the
row can often be used to start the next row provided it achieves a random layout. Always place the cut
end against the wall and allow for the expansion space.
7. Wellmade WREW planks are unique in that they can also be installed using a tapping block and rubber
mallet or hammer and pull bar in difficult areas such as the last row and when fitting under door trim.
Always use a pull bar on the cut edge of the plank, factory edges can be damaged if the pull bar is used
directly against them.
8. When fitting around door trim it will be necessary to slide the plank under the trim. This can be
accomplished easily by starting the row on the side of the room with the door trim and then sliding the
plank into place once it is attached. The row can be completed by inserting the tongue onto the groove or
the groove under the tongue depending on the direction. A tapping block and pull bar (Diagrams 2a & 2b)
can also be used to lock the joints together while the planks are in a flat position. Use a series of light taps
until the joint is gradually locked together.
Diagram 2a Diagram 2b
Bathrooms: When Wellmade WREW planks are installed in a bathroom, remember that wood and water
do not get along and to avoid standing water if possible. The flooring should be installed around the toilet
leaving a 1/8 inch (3.175mm) expansion space. Use 100% silicone caulking to fill the expansion space at
the toilet, tub, shower, and all wet areas to help prevent surface water seepage from going under the
floor.