Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
RigidTec
™
Vinyl Planks
This document is reviewed on an ongoing basis.
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Site Preparations
Prior to installation, the homeowner or installer must ensure that job site conditions (including sub oor or substrate, ambient temperature and
relative humidity) will not negatively affect the  oor. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages associated with improper installation or
poor site conditions.
A. The surface of the sub oor must be  at. The  atness requirement is de ned as follows: the maximum difference between two high points
and the intermediate low point is ¼" in a 10' radius. Surface  atness must not vary more than 1/16" when measured with a 3' straight edge.
Additionally, the sub oor must not slope more than 1" in 6'.
B. High areas can be sanded, ground down or  oated over with an approved self-leveling compound. Fill excessive voids or low areas using
a non-gypsum, cementitious based leveling compound. Allow the leveling compound to dry thoroughly before beginning the RigidTec
 ooring installation. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure leveling compound is appropriate for the application.
C. Sub oors must be structurally sound without de ection. Cartons should be evenly stacked no more than  ve cartons high on a  at surface
and away from any heating or cooling ducts or direct sunlight.
D. Crawl Spaces: Concrete slab or ground must be dry. Ensure that crawl spaces have open vents year round to ensure proper air circulation
and prevent moisture build-up. The ground in the crawl spaces must be completely covered using 6 mil polyethylene. Crawl space clearance
between the earth and underside of joists should be no less than 18" (45.7cm), and the perimeter vent area should be equal to 1.5% of the
total square footage of the crawl space or as mandated by code.
E. Carefully remove any existing quarter round or baseboard molding.
F. Always remove carpet, carpet pad and tack strips.
G. Remove any existing  oating or un-adhered  ooring.
H. Be sure the surface of the sub oor is  at, clean, dry, and sound before starting.
I. Inspect every plank for any shipping damage when removing from the carton.
J. Kitchen cabinets must be installed before the  oor is installed. Do not install cabinets on top of Mohawk RigidTec  ooring.
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Solidtech Plus Installation Instructions
Prior to installation, the homeowner or installer must ensure that job site conditions (including suboor or substrate, ambient temperature and
relative humidity) will not negatively affect the oor. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages associated with improper installation or
poor site conditions.
A. The surface of the suboor must be at. The atness requirement is dened as follows: the maximum difference between two high points a
nd the intermediate low point is 1/4” in a 10’ radius. Surface atness must not vary more than 1/16” when measured with a 3’ straight edge.
Additionally, the suboor must not slope more than 1” in 6’.
B. High areas can be sanded, ground down or oated over with an approved self-leveling compound. Fill excessive voids or low areas using a
non-gypsum, cementitious based leveling compound. Allow the leveling compound to dry thoroughly before beginning the SolidTech Plus
ooring installation. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure leveling compound is appropriate for the application.
C. Suboors must be structurally sound without deection. Cartons should be evenly stacked no more than ve cartons high on a at surface and
away from any heating or cooling ducts or direct sunlight.
D. Crawl Spaces: Concrete slab or ground must be dry. Ensure that crawl spaces have open vents year round to ensure proper air circulation
and prevent moisture build-up. The ground in the crawl spaces must be completely covered using 6 mil polyethylene. Crawl space clearance
between the earth and underside of joists should be no less than 18” (45.7cm), and the perimeter vent area should be equal to 1.5% of the
total square footage of the crawl space or as mandated by code.
E. Carefully remove any existing quarter round or base board molding.
F. Always remove carpet, carpet pad and tack strips.
G. Remove any existing oating or un-adhered ooring.
H. Be sure the surface of the suboor is at, clean, dry, and sound before starting.
I. Inspect every plank for any shipping damage when removing from the carton.
J. Kitchen cabinets must be installed before the oor is installed. Do not install cabinets on top of Mohawk SolidTech Plus ooring.
Site Preparations