Use and Care Guide

APPLICATION
SUBSTRATE
Before beginning installation, verify framing is properly spaced
and aligned to continuously support panel edges.
InstallAdvanTechooringinaccordancewith:
 •AdvanTechinstallationinstructions
 •ICC-ESESR1785(23/32only)
 •Designer-of-Record,codeofcialorauthority
having jurisdiction.
Tongue and groove edges are self-spacing; panel ends should be
spaced 1/8 inch (3 mm) apart. Space panel joints at expansion
joints at spacing equal to spacing of structural supports.
INSTALLATION METHODS
AdvanTech flooring can be installed over wood or cold-formed
metal floor framing. Install over wood using nail or screw fasteners,
and over metal with screw fasteners. Construction adhesive is
recommended for all applications.
Fasteners: As approved by applicable building code. Fasteners
should penetrate wood members minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm). Install
fasteners3/8inch(9.5mm)to1/2inch(12.7mm)frompaneledges.
Space fasteners 6 inches (152 mm) on centers on supported panel
endsand12inches(305mm)oncentersatintermediatesupport
locations. AdvanTech flooring panels have a fastening guide for
16inch(406mm),19.2inch(488mm),and24inch(610mm)on
center fastener locations printed on the panel surface.
Adhesives: Polyurethane or solvent-based subfloor adhesives
conformingtoAPAAFG-01orASTMD3498.
For projects requiring low-VOC adhesives, consult adhesive
manufacturer for compliant products.
Applyasingle1/4inch(6mm)beadonoorframing,anddouble
bead on framing members supporting ends of two panels. Apply a
1/8 inch (3 mm) bead along groove of panels prior to inserting
tongue of subsequent panel.
FINISHED FLOOR APPLICATIONS
Field-applied sealers or water repellents are not required and not
recommended for use over AdvanTech flooring.
 •TypicalResidentialCarpetandPad:Maybeinstalled 
directly over AdvanTech flooring.
 •CommercialCarpet,VCT,andSheetVinyl:Minimum
  1/4inch(6mm)thickplywoodunderlaymentperooring
manufacturer recommendations.
 •Hardwood:Apply#15feltorequivalentperooring 
manufacturer recommendations.
 •CeramicTile:ApplyunderlaymentasrequiredbyANSI 
A108. Install tile and underlayment in accordance with
  TCNAinstallationmethods.
 •GypsumConcreteUnderlayment:Applydirectly
over AdvanTech flooring following underlayment
manufacturer’s instructions.
STORAGE AND HANDLING
Store and handle products according to manufacturer’s written
recommendations. Support panel bundles off the ground. Cover
stored panels with weatherproof protective material; allow sides of
protective material to remain loose to assure adequate air circulation.
In high moisture conditions, cut bundle banding to prevent edge
damage to panels.
AVAILABILITY
HuberEngineeredWood’sAdvanTechooringpanelsaremanufactured
at multiple locations in the U.S. and are available through
distributors nationwide. Visit advantechperforms.com or contact
HuberEngineeredWoodsforaretailernearyou.
WARRANTY
AdvanTech is guaranteed not to delaminate nor require sanding for
300daysafterpurchaseinadditiontoa50-yearlimitedwarranty
against manufacturing defects. See the AdvanTech warranty on
advantechperforms.com for limitations and restrictions.
NOTES AND LIMITATIONS
 •Donotpaintwithwater-basedcoatingsuchaslatexpaints.
 •Donotusewater-sealers.
 •Donotuseinpermanentexteriorapplications.
TECHNICAL SERVICES
Detailed information including product literature, test reports,
installation instructions, and special applications is available through
HuberEngineeredWoods.Pleasevisitadvantechperforms.comor
call(800)933-9220ext.2716tospeaktoatechnicalrepresentative.
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
Section061600SHEATHINGguidespecicationforAdvanTech
ooringandSheathingproductsinCSI3-partformatisavailable
fromHuberEngineeredWoods.
800.933.9220 • advantechperforms.com
HUB-636202/13
©2013HuberEngineeredWoodsLLC.AdvanTech®isaregisteredtrademarkofHuberEngineered
WoodsLLC.HuberisaregisteredtrademarkofJ.M.HuberCorporation.
AdvanTech Physical Properties*
vs. OSB/Plywood
Bending Stiffness, EI
(lbf-in2/ft)
Bending Strength, FbS
(lbf-in/ft)
*For23/32inchthickpanel,primarystrengthaxis.Fordesigncapacities,sectionproperties,and
equivalentspecicgravityvalues,refertoAdvanTechICC-ESESR-1785.
Advantech:
383,800
Advantech:
1,250
OSB/Ply:
300k/330k
OSB/Ply:
770