Installation Instructions

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Start the third row with a plank cut to 1/3 the

length; about 16” (Fig. 2). There after maintain a

random layout with end joints staggered by at

least 8”. Always put the cut end against the wall.

Plan the layout to avoid using small pieces (less

than 6”) at the ends of the row.

Once you have completed 3 or 4 rows, it is easier

to work from on top of the installed plank.

Continue to install the planks by laying each plank

in place without sliding it. Make sure the joints are

laid together tight; if necessary, lift the plank and

re-position it to close any open joints.

After completing the installation roll the entire

floor in both directions with a 100 pound three

section roller. Use a hand roller to secure the

edges and ends in the adhesive strip and level the

joints.

Cutting – Cut planks with a sharp utility knife and

straight edge or square.

Measure the space between the last whole plank

and the wall and subtract 1/8”. Mark the plank and

place it over a cutting board. Carefully score the

top surface of the plank, release liner and adhesive

strip where it will be cut. Bend the plank at the

score mark until it breaks. Cut the tape on the

bottom side at the score mark to separate the

pieces. Install the plank with the cut end against

the wall. For more intricate cuts make a paper

template of the area and transfer it to the plank.

Caution:

Use extreme caution when using a knife

to avoid injury. Always keep fingers and hands

away from the cutting path. Keep children and pets

away from the work area.

Intricate Room Layouts– Some installations with

multiple rooms, closets, intricate layouts or

alcoves may

require changing the direction of

the planks.

This is easily done by removing the

adhesive strips from a plank and placing them

along the edge and end of the plank where the

direction will change. Carefully position the adhe-

sive strip centered along the edge and end of the

plank without overlapping the strips. When done

correctly, the plank(s) will have an adhesive strip

on both edges and ends (Fig. 3). Continue to

install planks in the opposite direction as required.

Bathrooms

Only when the bathroom is installed as a separate

room can the toilet be set on the planks. Always fill

the gap around the entire perimeter and at fixtures

with a high quality acrylic or silicone caulking to

prevent water from seeping under the floor.

Caulking should be used even when the perimeter

will be covered with trim.

Stairs

Connections can be installed fully adhered on

stairs with Congoleum DS 100 Adhesive. Simply

remove the adhesive strip from the back of the

plank and trim the planks to fit. Apply the

adhesive with the trowel blade adaptor provided

and allow the adhesive to dry to a tack prior to

installation. Cover the stair nose with a vinyl,

rubber or metal stair nose molding.

Repairs

Small chips or gouges can often be repaired by

filling the damaged area with a matching wax stick

that is available in most home centers or Testers

model paint available in craft stores. If damage is

more extensive, a plank can be removed and

replaced easily. To replace a damaged plank follow

the procedures below:

• Using a sharp utility knife cut through a corner of

the damaged plank taking care not to cut into the

adjacent planks.

• Use a putty knife and hammer if necessary to lift

the corner of the plank.

• After the corner is removed, carefully lift the

plank off the adhesive strip. Use one hand to lift

the plank and the other to hold the floor down. If

necessary, use a heat gun to heat the plank along

the edges over the adhesive strip. This will allow it

to release more easily.

• Remove the adhesive strips from the replace-

ment plank.

• Install the replacement plank starting in the

corner and working toward the opposite end.

• Roll the replacement plank with a steel hand

roller to seat it into the adhesive and level the

edges.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION

• Install wall trim around the entire perimeter to

cover the 1/8” expansion space. Place trim lightly

over the floor and secure it to the wall or cabinets,

not to the floor. Install doorway transition

moldings. Do not pin the floor with the molding or

drive fasteners through the floor.

• Seal the edge with a high quality acrylic or sicone

caulking in wet areas to prevent water from

seeping under the floor.

• Return appliances and furniture to the room by

rolling or sliding them over strips of plywood or

hardboard. Install protective felt pads on chairs

and other movable furniture.

• Wait 48 hours before damp mopping the floor

and at least 5 days before wet mopping or

washing.

• Make sure furniture legs have large surface, non-

staining floor protectors. Replace small, narrow

metal or dome-shaped glides with smooth, flat

glides that are in flat contact with the floor. Glides

should be equipped with self-adhesive felt pads to

avoid scratching the surface of the floor. The pads

should be checked periodically for grit and wear

and replaced when necessary.

• Heavy furniture or appliances that are not moved

often should be equipped with flat, nonstaining

composition furniture casters or cups of appropri-

ate size - available in square from 1 1/2” to 2 5/8”

and in round from 1 3/8” to 1 5/8”.

• Mobile appliances and furniture should be

equipped with easily swiveling casters. They

should be at least 2” in diameter with non-staining

hard rubber treads at least 3/4” wide. Do not use

ball-shaped casters.

• Place mats at outside entrances to prevent dirt,

grit and soil from being tracked onto your floor.

Caution: Connections, like other types of hard-

surfaced floors, can become slippery when wet.

Allow time for the floor to dry after washing.

Immediately wipe up wet areas from spills or wet

feet. Place mats at outside entrances to prevent

water, snow or ice from being tracked onto your

floor. Improper polishes or finishes can also cause

slipperiness.

• Sweep or vacuum regularly to remove grit and

sand that can abrade, dull or scratch your new

floor. Do not use a vacuum with a beater brush,

because it may damage the floor’s surface.

• Wipe up spills promptly with a damp cloth or

mop.

• Wash your floor with Congoleum Bright ’N Easy

No-Rinse Cleaner or other non-detergent floor

cleaner.

Caution: Avoid one-step “mop and polish”

products, dishwashing liquids and oil-based

cleaners. These may leave a residue which can

attract dirt and dull your floor’s finish. Avoid

cleaners that contain abrasives or solvents which

may permanently damage your floor.

REGULAR CARE

IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION

PREVENTIVE CARE

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