Installation Guide

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RIGID CORE LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORING

MULTI-WIDTH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Product Description

6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64"

(6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm)

Grade Levels

Above Grade / On Grade

/ Below Grade

Installation Method

Floating - Drop and Lock

Installation Video available on YouTube

LifeProof

is intended for interior use only and is suitable for above

grade, on grade, and below grade applications. DO NOT install in any

outside areas, sunrooms/solariums, saunas, seasonal porches, camping

trailers, boats, RVs, 3-season rooms, lanais, rooms that are prone to

ﬂooding, or rooms or homes that are not temperature-controlled.

LifeProof

is a ﬂoating ﬂoor and should be allowed to expand and

contract freely. It must not be glued, nailed, or fastened to the subﬂoor in

any way. Permanent cabinets, vanities, islands and similar items should

be installed ﬁrst. Then, install LifeProof

around them, leaving the proper

expansion gap. LifeProof

can be installed under vanities with legs.

LifeProof

can be installed under toilets; leave proper expansion space

around ﬂange and use a premium waterproof 100% silicone caulk. Do

not anchor toilet through the material.

LifeProof

is a waterproof ﬂoating ﬂoor, but it should not be used to

seal an existing ﬂoor from moisture. It cannot inhibit the growth of mold

or prevent structural problems associated with, or caused by ﬂooding,

excessive moisture, alkalis in the subﬂoor, or conditions arising from

hydrostatic pressure. Regardless of location, always remove standing

water, urine and other liquids promptly. Job site moisture issues should

be addressed and corrected prior to installation. Fill expansion spaces

around potential wet areas only with premium waterproof 100% silicone

caulk.

Long-term exposure to direct sunlight can potentially damage LifeProof

causing it to discolor, fade, or buckle. Protect LifeProof

from exposure

to direct sunlight via the use of window-treatments or via UV-tinting on

windows.

If the ﬂooring is to be installed by a third party, then it is suggested that

the homeowner to be present during the installation for consultation/

direction. The owner and installer should discuss installation and layout

to maximize satisfaction. If this is not possible, consultation should

occur prior to installation. The owner/installer assumes all responsibility

for quality of completed installation.

Tools for Installation:

Utility Knife Straight Edge

Measuring Tape ¼" (6mm) Spacers

Pencils Proﬁled Tapping Block

Pull Bar Eye Protection

Soft-Faced Hammer Broom

Felt or Nylon Pads

Optional: Jig Saw, Table Saw, Miter Saw, Circular Saw, Hole Saw,

Moisture Meter (wood, concrete, or both)*

*Tools may be available for rent at The Home Depot.

Overage Allowances

Order 10% more ﬂooring than square footage to

account for cuttings and waste

Subﬂoor Flatness

Tolerances

¼" in 10ft., Slope not more than 1" per 6 ft.

(6mm in 3m, Slope not more than 25mm per 1.8m)

No abrupt height differences. High spots should

be sanded or ground down and low areas

should be filled

Vapor Barrier (6 mil

polyﬁlm)

Not Required

Should Underlayment

(pad) be used?

No - LifeProof

includes a pre-attached sound-

mitigating pad. Do not use any additional sound

suppression underlayment or padding, as doing

so will void the LifeProof

Limited Warranty

Acclimation

Requirements

Residential - Not Required

Light Commercial - 48 Hours

Transition

Requirements

Required when installing LifeProof

in a room or

area that is larger than 100 lineal ft. (30.5m) in

any direction

Installation On Stairs or

Vertical Surfaces (walls)

Voids Warranty

Installation Over

Existing Ceramic Tile

Floors

Filling Grout Lines Not Required

(Follow Subﬂoor Flatness Tolerances)

Glue Down Installation Voids Warranty

Subﬂoor RH/MVER

Recommendations

85% Relative Humidity / 8 lbs. MVER (Moisture

Vapor Emission Rating

Radiant Heat Approved - See page 3

3-Season/Non-

Climate Controlled

Environments

Voids Warranty

Expansion Gap

Requirements

¼" (6mm) around perimeter walls & heavy ﬁxed

objects such as cabinetry or baths

Required Interior

Environmental

Conditions

50ºF–100ºF (10ºC–38ºC)

Deﬁnition of

“Waterproof”

Structural integrity of LifeProof

ﬂooring will not

degrade due to contact with moisture/water

KEY INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS

Summary of content (14 pages)

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RIGID CORE LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORING MULTI-WIDTH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) Grade Levels Above Grade / On Grade / Below Grade Installation Method Floating - Drop and Lock Installation Video available on YouTube KEY INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS LifeProof is intended for interior use only and is suitable for above grade, on grade, and below grade applications.
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) PRE-INSTALLATION BASICS TM TM The installation of LifeProof vinyl plank flooring does not generally require acclimation in residential applications if the product is stored properly. If the product is subject to extreme hot or cold temperatures prior to installation, allow the product to acclimate to room temperature. The room of installation must be between 50°F & 100°F (10°C & 38°C).
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) APPROVED SUBFLOORS cont. IN-FLOOR RADIANT HEAT This product can be installed over radiant heat concrete subfloors. Consult with the radiant heat system manufacturer to ensure that the system is compatible with vinyl flooring. • • • • • Electric and hydro systems are acceptable. In-floor radiant components must be a minimum of ½" (13mm) below flooring. Floor surface temperature should never exceed 85°F (29°C).
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) Grade Levels Above Grade / On Grade / Below Grade Installation Method Floating - Drop and Lock Installation Video available on YouTube INSTALLATION INSTALLING FIRST ROW 1 Set spacers to allow a minimum gap of ¼" (6mm) around the perimeter of the subfloor for movement or product expansion. Do not remove the spacers until the installation is complete. The expansion gaps should be covered by molding.
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) Grade Levels Above Grade / On Grade / Below Grade Installation Method Floating - Drop and Lock Installation Video available on YouTube INSTALLATION cont. INSTALLING SECOND & REMAINING ROW cont. 7 Continue to square the joints by tapping the long edge with the profiled tapping block and softfaced hammer. Then, lightly tap down on top of the plank at the short joint with the soft-faced hammer.
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) Grade Levels Above Grade / On Grade / Below Grade Installation Method Floating - Drop and Lock Installation Video available on YouTube CARE & MAINTENANCE DAILY MAINTENANCE FLOOR REPAIR • Regularly sweep, dust, damp mop, or vacuum (without beater bar) your floor to remove any particles that could cause abrasions or scratches to appear on your floor. • Use a melamine pad to remove scuffs.
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Product Description 6.5mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.5mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210mm) Grade Levels Above Grade / On Grade / Below Grade Installation Method Floating - Drop and Lock Installation Video available on YouTube WARRANTY PRODUCTS & COVERAGE Warranty Registration is available online at warranty.halsteadintl.com.
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INSTRUCCIONES PARA LA INSTALACIÓN DE PISO DE TABLÓN DE VINILO RIGID CORE, LUJOSO Y CON MÚLTIPLES ANCHOS Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25", 5.59", 9.84" x 47.64" (6.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.5 mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210 mm) Niveles Sobre el suelo / A nivel del suelo / Por debajo del suelo Método de instalación Flotante - Ubicar y encajar Videos de Instalación disponible en YouTube CONTRAPISOS APROBADOS (cont.) CONTRAPISOS DE LOSA, TERRAZO, LOSAS DE ASBESTOS, LOSA RESISTENTE Y FLEXIBLE, LÁMINA DE VINILO NO ACOLCHADO Y METAL • • • Los pisos existentes tienen que estar fijados con firmeza al piso estructural.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.5 mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210 mm) Niveles Sobre el suelo / A nivel del suelo / Por debajo del suelo Método de instalación Flotante - Ubicar y encajar Videos de Instalación disponible en YouTube INSTALACIÓN CÓMO INSTALAR LA PRIMERA FILA CÓMO INSTALAR LA SEGUNDA Y DEMÁS FILAS c 4 Conectar los lados largos de los primeros dos tablones asegurando que las uniones de extremos se alineen al mismo nivel.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.5 mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210 mm) INSTALACIÓN (CONT.) Niveles Sobre el suelo / A nivel del suelo / Por debajo del suelo Método de instalación Flotante - Ubicar y encajar Videos de Instalación disponible en YouTube CÓMO INSTALAR LA SEGUNDA Y DEMÁS FILAS (CONT.) CÓMO AJUSTAR ALREDEDOR DE OBJETOS CON FORMA IRREGULAR 7. 7 Continuar ajustando las uniones golpeando el borde largo con el bloque perfilado para martillar y el martillo blando.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.
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MC Descripción del producto 6.5 mm x 4.25”, 5.59”, 9.84” x 47.64” (6.5 mm x 108, 142, 250 x 1210 mm) INSTALACIÓN Esta garantía limitada sólo es válida para los materiales, siempre que el piso se instale y mantenga conforme a las Instrucciones de Instalación de LifeProof . Estas Instrucciones se revisan periódicamente y los pisos tienen que instalarse de acuerdo con aquellas vigentes al momento de la instalación. Visita homedepot.com para las Instrucciones de Instalación de LifeProof vigentes.