Installation & Assembly

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Subfloor must be free of wax, paint, oil and debris. Terrazzo floors must be cleaned and stripped of all
polishes.
Recommended tools
1. Moisture Meter
2. Bostik BEST or equivalent moisture-cured urethane adhesive
3. Bostik MVP moisture barrier (if required)
4. Notched Trowel-- follow Glue Manufacturer’s guidelines for recommended size
5. Bostik Ultimate Adhesive remover or wipes
6. Guide Strip, Chalk reel, Tape measure, Speed Square
7. Hammer, Pull bar, Knocking block, Flooring straps
8. 100 lb Roller
9. Electric saw or Hand saw
IMPORTANT: Do not apply any tape to the surface of your floor at any time during installation, or
thereafter. This includes “special” tapes that say they are made for wood flooring.
Preparing and leveling the sub-floor:
 The sub-floor should be free of any surface defect. If it is not, fill gaps with a Portland-based
leveling cement (for concrete floors only) or sand down uneven areas.
 The sub-floor must be level, i.e., a slope of no more than 3/16" (5 mm) over 10’ (3048 mm).
 The surface must be clean and free of debris and contaminants such as wax, paint, grease, dust,
oil, nails, staples, etc
 For concrete installation, ensure that the concrete is not low-density (below 3000 psi) or friable.
Glue Down Installation Steps
 The sub-floor should be free from any surface
defect. If it is not, fill gaps with cement or
sand.
 Lay out 4 to 5 rows of planks ahead of time
that match in terms of joints and color.
 Cut out imperfections planks or place them in
less visible areas.
 For concrete installation, ensure concrete is
not low-density (below 3000 psi.).