Installation Guide

Malibu Wide Plank T&G Install Instructions Page 7 of 8
• Even when these guidelines are followed it is still possible that your flooring may experience some cracks (seasonal checking)
on the plank surface and/or gapping between planks due to slight shrinkage, which are not covered by the products limited
warranty.
MOLDINGS & TRANSITIONS:
Install transition moldings directly to the subflooring. Pre-drill and hand nail transitions moldings to wood subfloors using 6d finishing
nails, pneumatic finish nailers, or pneumatic brad nailers. Use a wood urethane tube adhesive to bond wood transitions to concrete.
Cut moldings using a electric miter saw using a 60 tooth or 80 tooth fine finish carbide tipped blade makes the best cuts. Attach base
or quarter round moldings to the wall, never into the floor. Mitered cuts hide better when joining moldings.
• Base Board – for hiding imperfections and adding a custom finish along any wall.
• Quarter-Round - for covering the expansion left at walls and other fixed surfaces.
• Reducer Moldings - used to transition to lower floors.
• Stair Nosing - for finishing the exposed edges of stairs and landings.
• T-Expansion - for joining two areas of flooring of similar heights.
• End Cap - for finishing the space at sliding glass doors, at bath tubs or transitioning to carpet.
Routine Care/Protection
Care
• Use an approved cleaner.
• Apply mineral spirits on a cloth to help remove oil, paint, markers, lipstick, ink, or tar. Then buff with dry cloth.
• Only use vacuums designed for hard surface floors.
• Do not use wet mops, steam cleaners, oils, polishes, waxes on the floor.
• Do not use buffing or polishing machines.
• Remove hardened candle wax and chewing gum with ice, then gently scrape with a plastic scraper, such as a credit card.
• Repair white scratches with stain markers. Dents and chips can be concealed with wood putty, wax crayons, or wood epoxy
sticks.
• Maintain home climate between 60F and 80F with humidity between 30% to 50% year round.
• UV light can cause wood to lighten or darken overtime. Periodically rearranging your area rugs and furniture will allow the
floor to antique or age evenly.
Protection
• Use mats at entrance doors to collect dirt, grit, and wet shoes.
• Only use breathable rugs and rug pads that are safe for hardwood floors. Verify with rug manufacture. Do not use PVC,
petroleum or solvent based backings.
• Use floor protectors and wide-load bearing leg bases for heavy object like fish tanks, pool tables, and pianos.
• Do not walk on your floor with stiletto heels, shoes with sports cleats or exposed metal parts.
• Keep pet nails trimmed to prevent scratching the floor.
• Use protection when moving heavy furniture or appliances. Never try to slide or roll heavy objects across the floor.
• Felt pads should be used under chair legs. Use soft rubber castors or felt castors on office chairs.
Care and Maintenance
Daily Maintenance
1. Sweep dust mop or vacuum your floor regularly to remove any particles that could cause abrasion or scratch your floor.
CAUTION: Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a floor and should never be used.
2. Apply appropriate cleaning solution to the cleaning cloth / mop. Use a cleaner specifically manufactured for hardwood
flooring. Do Not Use Water or Vinegar. Do NOT apply directly to the floor.
• For tougher spots, use a higher concentration of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water.
• For extreme cases, a solution of nail polish remover (acetone) and distilled water can be used.
HINT: For best results, clean the floor in the same direction of the planks. When the cleaning cloth/mop becomes soiled, rinse
or replace it with a clean one. Following up with a clean, dry cloth will remove residual streak marks and spots.
3. Do NOT leave any amount of liquids (water, juice, soft drinks, spills, etc.) on the floor. Clean any wet spots immediately.
4. Do NOT use a steam cleaner.
5. Do NOT use a wet mop or douse floor with water or liquid cleaners. Liquid can seep between the cracks and cause moisture
damage.
6. Do NOT use any cleaning agents containing wax, oil or polish. Left over residue will form a dull film.
7. Do NOT use steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch the floor.
Branded or Off-the-shelf Floor Care Products
• If none of the above are effective and you choose to use a store bought product, test the product in a non-conspicuous area
(i.e., closet, corner, or scrap pieces) for potential adverse side effects.