Vertical Installation Instructions

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Laminate Flooring on Wall Installation Instructions

Vertical Wainscot Style

Although originally designed as a durable oor covering, many consumers have started using Pergo laminate ooring on walls to give their rooms more

character and to create a feature or accent wall.

Laminate can be utilized as a decorative covering over an existing clean, dry, secure and vertical wall that meets building codes. The wall substrate should

be primed or painted drywall (gypsum board) only. Do not install directly over wallpaper or paneling. Laminate is not intended to be used on ceilings,

countertops or as any type of structural material.

The installation wall should only run vertical to the oor. Sloping walls and surfaces that are parallel to the oor, such as ceilings or sots, should not be

selected. Limit installations to a maximum of 40 feet in length and a maximum of 1 plank length in height.

Laminate is suitable for an accent wall when used in climate controlled (35-65% RH and 60-85° F) indoor installations only. Acclimate unopened product

lying at in the room where it is to be installed for at least 48 hours. Mix planks from dierent cartons as you install to maximize the natural appearance.

Check wall for moisture, visible water stains or leaking windows. Do not install laminate over a wall with known moisture damage. Do not install in areas

near water sources such as a backsplash over a sink or bathtub. Acceptable job site conditions, including relative humidity and wall moisture conditions,

must be maintained throughout the life of the laminate application.

Check wall for atness within 3/16" over 10 feet. Correct any unevenness before installing to allow the laminate planks to lie at without rocking.

The following requirements are not intended to supersede federal, state or local building codes, but as with many other interior nish products, may re-

quire modifying existing structural components for successful installation. Owner assumes responsibility for compliance with all building codes, including

maintaining the required distance from heat sources such as replaces.

WARNING: For a safe and secure installation, this product MUST be installed in accordance with these installation instructions.

Tools Required for Installation:

• Caulk gun

• Utility knife

• Stud nder (electronic)

• Carpenters level or laser level

• Chalk line

• 18 gauge brad nail gun (electric or air)

• Tape measure

• Pencil

• Safety glasses

• Dust mask

• Gloves

Materials Required for Installation:

• 1-1/2" – 1-3/4" brad nails

• 100% silicone adhesive caulk (clear)

Other Tools and Materials:

• Hammer

• Uniclic

appropriate tapping block

• Pull bar

• Saw for cutting laminate planks

• Pry bar (for removing existing base or trim)

• Chair rail, wall base and quarter round moldings (to

frame out accent wall)

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Laminate Flooring on Wall Installation Instructions Vertical Wainscot Style Although originally designed as a durable floor covering, many consumers have started using Pergo laminate flooring on walls to give their rooms more character and to create a feature or accent wall. Laminate can be utilized as a decorative covering over an existing clean, dry, secure and vertical wall that meets building codes. The wall substrate should be primed or painted drywall (gypsum board) only.
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Measure the length of your laminate plank and the length of the wall area to determine the total square footage area. Order that amount of flooring plus an additional 10% for incorrect cuts. 1 Remove all base and trim from accent wall. Measure from the floor a distance equal to your laminate plank plus one inch then level and mark the wall with a chalk line. With an electronic stud finder locate and mark wall studs.
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Apply silicone adhesive to the back side of the plank in an “S” pattern. If you’re using a laminate plank with an attached pad, apply the silicone directly to the pad on the back of the plank. (Figure 3) 3 Silicone in “S” pattern Adhere the plank to the wall leaving a 3/16" gap (A) from the corners of the wall and a 1" gap (B) at bottom. Drive brad nails ½" from the top and bottom of each plank to secure to wall. Place nails where the trim will cover.
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Care and Cleaning Dry wipe as primary cleaning method. Occasionally damp wipe with water only. NO wet washing. If needed, use 1 cup of vinegar per gallon of water OR 1/3 cup non-sudsing ammonia per gallon of water. DO NOT use detergents, abrasive cleaners, soaps, waxes or polishes. Wipe off spills immediately. DO NOT allow moisture to remain on the product surface for longer than 30 minutes. DO NOT attach objects such as pictures, shelves or television mounts directly to the laminate wall.
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Pergo® Limited Warranty For Wall Installations Only Pergo Limited Lifetime Residential Warranty Pergo, LLC (“Pergo”) provides the following limited lifetime residential warranty to the original purchaser for as long as he or she owns the product in its original installation: (1) the laminate surface will not fade due to sun or electrical light; and (2) the laminate surface will not stain. These limited warranties are subject to the conditions described in the “Conditions” section below.