Installation Guide

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Mohawk Luxury Vinyl Flooring
Dry Back Tile Installation
072020
Glue Down Installation
When using planks/tiles from two or more cartons, check to be sure all pattern and lot numbers are the same to
ensure proper color match. On larger installations, open several cartons and mix them as they are installed to help
blend any slight shade differences from one carton to the next.
Products with directional arrows on the back should be installed with the arrows all pointing in the same direction
unless you are installing custom layouts.
Before installing the material, plan the layout so plank/tile joints fall at least 6 inches (15 cm) away from subfloor and
underlayment joints. Find the center point in the room. Divide the room into equal quadrants by marking two
perpendicular lines on the subfloor intersecting at the center point. Depending on your layout, you may also start
your row along a wall. Since walls are not always straight, snap a chalk line. Do not install over expansion joints.
Step 1
Apply MVONE for LVT/Plank adhesive with the recommended trowel and allow to dry to the touch before installing
floor. Don’t install in wet adhesive. Only spread as much adhesive as you can cover within two hours, depending on
temperature and humidity.
Step 2
Install all planks/tiles with directional arrows pointing in the same direction. Install the field area first.
Step 3
Apply adhesive as noted in Step 1 to the remaining portion of the room. Allow adhesive to dry and complete the
installation.
Step 4
Roll the installed flooring in four directions within 30 minutes after completing installation using a 100 lb. (45 kg)
roller (minimum). Use a hand roller under toe kicks and other hard to reach areas. Immediately remove any excess
adhesive from the surface of the flooring using a clean white cloth dampened with a neutral detergent and water.
NOTE: Drying time will vary depending on substrate porosity and ambient temperature and humidity.
PRECAUTIONS: Planks/tiles may be walked on immediately; however, the floor should be protected with plywood
when moving heavy furniture and appliances back into the room.
DO NOT wash or scrub the new flooring for at least 5 days after the installation. This will allow planks/tiles to
properly seat in the adhesive and prevent excess moisture from interfering with the adhesive bond.