Installation Guide

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Quick Step Studio Horizontal Accent Wall Install Instructions
1. Measure the length and width of the wall area to determine the total square footage area. Order that amount of
flooring plus an additional 10% for incorrect cuts. Limit horizontal installations to a maximum of 40 feet in length
and a maximum of 10 feet in height.
2. Remove baseboards from the accent wall and locate the wall studs using the stud finder tool. Mark vertical lines
over all studs. Use painters tape to extend stud location to ceiling if needed. (Figure 1)
3. Turn off power while working around wall outlets and light switches. Pay special attention to avoid contact with
electrical wiring.
4. Inspect each plank for damage before installing. (Figure 1A) Do not install damaged planks. You can use laminate
planks with or without an attached pad. There is no need to remove the pad, so treat the installation the same for
both types of planks.
5. Lay the planks on the floor with the décor side up and the groove side toward the wall. Assemble the short ends of
the planks together and measure length to fit the first row (bottom).
6. Cut the last piece as needed leaving a
3
/16" gap against any adjoining walls, if applicable, and click it into place.
(Figure 2)
NOTE: You may need to adjust placement of the first plank row to account for any floor unevenness so that the first
row is perfectly straight and all end joints remain square and tight.
7. Carefully flip the connected row of planks over so the décor side is now face
down and the tongue side is toward the wall. You may need assistance to
flip the connected row of planks over, depending on the length of your
installation. Make sure that the first row is perfectly straight and the aligned
joints remain square and tight. Apply a bead of 100% silicone adhesive caulk
to the back side of each laminate plank in the first row. If you’re using a
laminate plank with an attached pad apply silicone directly onto the pad on
the back of the plank. (Figure 3)
8. Carefully tilt the row of connected planks against the wall with the tongue
side toward the floor, re-level and press to the wall. (Figure 3a)
Accent Wall
Existing Dry Wall Typical
Wall Studs Marked
Painters
Tape
1
1a
3/16"
Gap
3/16"
Gap
3a
Check floor
levelness
pieces will cover entire length
2
3/16"
Gap
3/16"
Gap
silicone applied in “s” pattern
3