Installation Guide

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Floating Installation
Step 1 – Install the First Row
• When possible, begin installation from the straightest wall. If possible, install the flooring perpendicular to the joists.
• Allow 1/2 in. expansion gap between plank and the walls. Use spacers or board.
• Place the first plank with the groove side facing away from the walls.
• Place the upper drop-lock end of the second plank on the lower drop-lock end of the first plank. The short ends do not click lock. Use
a non-metal hammer head to lock the joints. Maintain straight edge along the rows.
• Continue placing the succeeding planks to complete the row
Step 2 – Install the Second and Remaining Rows
• Cut off a section the first plank lengthwise to ensure 6” joints staggering.
• Hold the plank with the tongue facing the previous row. Keep it at about 30° angle.
• Insert the tongue into the groove.
• Make sure the tongue are snuggly and securely engaged in the groove by exerting a constant pressure in the direction of the groove.
• Maintain the pressure while pressing the plank flat to lock the edge joints.
• If there is a slight gap along the edge joints, it can be eliminated with the help of a tapping block and a plastic mallet. Use caution to
prevent impact damage.
• The second plank is also inserted at an angle, slide to line up the tongue over the groove of the previous plank.
• Use a non-metal head hammer to lock the short ends. The edges of the short end should be flush with each other.
Step 3 - Install the Last Row
• Use the pull bar to draw the last row to fit tightly to the previous row.