Installation & Assembly

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Part I - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Product Description
Our solid hardwood flooring planks are designed for use in multiple locations, such as ground floors,
second floors or high-rise buildings; direct nailing to wooden subfloors. The products are pre-finished
under ideal conditions that meet or exceed industry standards.
Recommended Use
Grade Type
Nail Down
Glue Down
Float
Above Grade
Yes
Yes
No
On Grade
Yes
Yes
No
Below Grade
No
No
No
Sub-floor Type
Nail Down
Glue Down
Floating
Concrete
No
Yes
No
Plywood & OSB
Yes
Yes
No
Old wooden floor & other non-wood
sub-floor
Site Specific
Site Specific
No
* Site Specific – depending on the degree of levelness, firmness and soundness of the sub-floor.
Sub-floor should be sound, level and free of debris.
**The following is as defined by NWFA Hardwood Flooring Installation Guidelines-Section V for
moisture testing:
Concrete moisture readings are not to exceed 4.5% on Tramex Concrete Moisture Encounter meter.
Calcium Chloride Test is not to exceed 3 lbs. per 1000 square feet in 24 hours.
*** Plywood must be CDX-rated at least 3/4” thick. OSB must be 3/4”, PS2 rated, and sealed side
down.
Radiant Heating: Not suitable for radiant heating.
IMPORTANT: Examine each plank carefully. Contact the dealer immediately if the material is not
acceptable. Materials installed with visible defects are not covered under warranty.
Manufacturer will not assume any responsibility for any materials that have already
been installed. The manufacturer will not assume any liability for product damage
caused by the use of unsuitable tools or the improper use of materials.