Installation & Assembly

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ADURA
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Max
Installation Guidelines
Plank Layout
• It is important to balance the layout of the plank format. Proper
planning and layout will prevent narrow plank widths at wall
junctures. Determine layout to prevent having less than half a
plank width or very short length pieces.
• As with all plank products, lay the long dimension of the plank
parallel to the long dimension of the work area.
• Accurately measure the room to determine the centerline, adjust
this established line to accommodate a balanced layout and then
transpose this line to a comfortable width away from the starting
wall (approximately 2’ to 3’ wide). Determine if the starter row
will need to be cut. If the first row of planks does not need to be
trimmed in width, it may be necessary to cut off the unsupported
tongue so a clean, solid edge is toward the wall.
• Position the first plank so that both the head and side seam
groove are exposed. NOTE: The groove is the longer of the locking
profile approximately 1/4”. This requires installing the product
from left to right in the room. Occasionally, it may be necessary to
install backwards. This may be done by sliding the grooves under
the tongues and working them right to left, but this is more
difficult.
• Install the second plank in the row by angling the end tongue into
the end groove of the first plank. Be careful not to bend the
corner of the plank. It is important to know that all structures
expand and contract, as well as hardwood and laminate product.
For this reason, it is recommended to maintain an expansion gap
of approximately 1/4” from the wall. Then, cut a plank to length
to start the second row. Stagger the end seam at least 6” to 8”
from the first plank.
• Install the first plank in the second row by inserting the long side
tongue into the groove of the plank in the first row. This is best
done with a low angle of the plank. Do not flat install ADURA®Max
planks.
• Install the second plank in the second row by inserting the short
end tongue tightly into the previously installed plank end groove.
Align the plank so the long side tongue tip is positioned just over
the groove lip of the plank in the first row. Working from the end
seam, with a low angle, slide the long tongue into the groove of
the adjoining plank. Finesse and slight pressure is required to seat
the tongue into the groove. You will feel the tongue lock into the
groove.
• Work across the length of the room installing planks along the
wall in the first row and then aligning the planks in the second
row. It is critical to keep these two rows straight and square, as
they are the “foundation” for the rest of the installation. Check
squareness and straightness often.
• Cut the last plank in the first row to fit approximately 1/4” short
of the end wall. Planks may be cut with a saw or guillotine type
cutter such as Bullet Tools Mega shears. Often times the
remainder of this plank may be used to start the third row.
• Continue installing planks, being certain to maintain a random
appearance and offset end seams by at least 6” to 8”. Maintain a
1/4” expansion space at all fixed vertical surfaces. Check to be
certain all planks are fully engaged. If slight gapping is noticed, the
gap can be tapped closed by using a scrap of flooring and a
tapping block. It is always a best work practice to use a
Mannington laminate tapping block to lightly tap rows as you
install to fully seat the locking system, assuring they are fully
engaged. Tapping blocks can be ordered as a single block
(SKU#265309) or a case of 25 blocks (SKU#153275).
• When fitting under door casings, toe kick etc. plank must be
modified using a small block plane. Remove a thin layer from the
groove to allow tongue and groove to be flat fitted while keeping
the integrity of the tongue and groove. After checking the fit,
apply a thin bead of MSS 20 seam sealer on the groove then slide
planks together to seal the joint tight. Wipe any excess sealer off
the surface. If necessary, a flat pull bar may be used to assist in
adjoining the modified planks. When fitting around obstacles or
into irregular spaces, ADURA®Max can be cut easily and cleanly
using a multi-tool or jigsaw. It is often beneficial to make a
cardboard template of the area and transfer this pattern to the
plank. The modularity of ADURA®Max allows for interesting and
decorative combinations of tiles and planks. When determining
proper layout for this custom installation, it is important to
consider the dimensions of the modular “design unit” and then
balance the design unit in the work area. Careful and precise
measurements must be taken to ensure success with a
combination design. Note: Due to thickness variations, you cannot
mix ADURA®Max products together.
FINISHING THE JOB
Protect all exposed edges of ADURA®Max by installing wall molding
and/or transition strips. Use caution to prevent the fasteners from
securing the planks to the subfloor – do not allow floor to become
pinched. Caulk along tubs, toilet bowls, etc. Consideration for
transitions should be made at substrate changes, room to room