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fluctuations or when installing in areas without permanent HVAC controls. Do not fasten moldings through the flooring. Fasten into
the wall.
Use plywood to cover the top of the flooring when moving heavy furniture or appliances into position.
Use proper floor protectors under the legs of furniture.
REPAIRS
If a damaged piece needs to be replaced and is close to a parallel wall:
ο Remove the molding from the walls nearest the damaged piece.
ο Remove the planks/tiles by unlocking them. Number the back of the planks/tiles so they can be reinstalled later. Carefully
uninstall back to the damaged piece.
ο Replace the damaged planks/tiles with new. Reassemble the floor and install the molding.
If a damaged piece needs to be replaced and is near the center of the space/room:
ο Use a straight edge and sharp utility knife to cut the center of the damaged plank/tile. Cut 1 inch from the edge of the damaged
plank/tile.
ο Carefully lift and remove the center of the damaged plank/tile, then work into the corners to remove end pieces last.
ο Carefully remove the edged of the cut plank/tile. Do not damage adjoining plank/tile.
ο Prepare replacement piece by removing the bottom groove of long sides.
ο Carefully remove tongue from end of board with sharp utility knife.
ο Use ArtMore LVT Trowel adhesive with the new plank/tile.
ο Position the replacement plank/tile by inserting the tongue of the long side into the groove of the adjoining plank/tile. Press
firmly into the adhesive.
ο Remove all residual glue on the surface with a clean, damp cloth.
ο Make sure all edges are even on either side of the joints. Apply pressure for at least 24 hours using heavy weights.
ο Make sure that the weight is evenly distributed across the new piece.
POST-INSTALLATION PROTECTION
ArtMore recommends that the installation of new flooring material not be performed until all the other trades have completed their
work. Proper precautions must be taken during and after the installation process to avoid damage to the newly installed flooring.
Follow instructions found in ArtMore LVT maintenance instructions and preventative care.