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Installation Instructions

For 3/4" Mohawk Solid Hardwood oors

Step 2 – Install first row

• Using the string as a straight edge, lay the rst row of ooring in place with the tongue facing the center of the room. Leaving a 3/4" gap at the wall,

pre-drill and face nail using 10D nails. Continue nailing the entire length of the room.

• Leave a 3/4" expansion gap at each end. Set nails and ll holes with matching putty. Remove string and nails.

Step 3 – Install remaining rows

• Continue the laying process using a mechanical fastener until the room is complete (See Recommended Pneumatic Floor Stapler or Nailer).

Helpful Hint: Use flooring lengths that offset or stagger the end joints at least 6" or more for a professional look.

• Carefully cut the last row to leave a 3/4" expansion space.

• Replace or install trim moldings.

Staple or Nail Down Installations

The 3/4" solid hardwood flooring may be installed over wood subfloors using staples or flooring cleats. When installing 3/4" solid wood planks or strips by

nailing or stapling, it is necessary to use the proper type of flooring stapler or nailer made for the thickness of the hardwood flooring that is being installed.

(See fastener schedule.)

NOTE: It is extremely important to use the proper adapters, face plates, staples or cleats. Improper fasteners, stapler, nailer or air pressure can damage

flooring. Flooring manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper installation tools, methods or misuse.

Adjustments of the air pressure may be necessary to provide adequate penetration of the nail or staple into the nail bed, allowing the nail to be countersunk

into the tongue, flush with the nail pocket. The nail or cleat must be flush in the nail pocket. Use a scrap piece of flooring to properly adjust stapler or nail

gun before beginning installation.

NOTE: An expansion space of 3/4" is required along the perimeter walls and at all vertical structures to allow the flooring to expand.

Place the planks along your chalk line with the tongue facing away from the wall. Use 10D nails to secure the starter row along the wall edge 2" to 3" from

the ends and every 6" along the side. Counter sink the nails and fill with the appropriate filler that blends with the flooring. Place the nails in a dark grain spot

in the board when possible. The base or quarter round will cover the nails when installed after completion of the installation.

Blind nail at a 45° angle through the tongue. You can also use a 16 gauge finish nail gun. Nails should be 2" to 3" from end, 6" along the side.