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Hardwood Flooring – Installation Guidelines
Please contact your local dealer for questions and further information
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NAIL OR STAPLE DOWN INSTALLATION
TOOLS REQUIRED
§ Broom or Vacuum
§ Moister Meter
§ Safety Gloves
§ Measuring Tape
§ Hand Saw
§ Chalk
§ Electric Miter Saw
§ Floor Cleaner
§ Hammer
§ Pry Bar
§ Drlil
§ Air Hose
§ Tapping Block
§ In-line Air Regulator
§ Compressor
§ Pneumatic Nailer / Stapler
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Select an outside wall as the starter wall, which will likely be straight and square with the room.
2. Mark a straight line parallel to the chosen wall, allowing a 10mm gap for expansion. It may be necessary
to scribe the first row of boards to achieve correct alignment.
3. Along the straight line, install the first row of starter boards. The tongue must face away from the chosen
wall. Drill pilot holes through the face of the plank (we suggest every 6”) in the dark grain. Approximately
1” from the back edge of the board and secure planks with 1” finishing nails.
4. For the first few rows, pre-drill holes, then blind nail at a 45 degree angle through the tongue 1” to 2” from
the end joints and every 6” in between along the length of the starter boards.
5. Continue to install the flooring. Always stagger the end joints by a minimum of 150mm and a maximum
of 300mm. Measure and trim the last board to fit, allowing for the 10mm expansion gap. Where possible,
use cut-offs to start the next row. Nail or staple 1” to 2” from the ends and 3” to 4” thereafter.
6. In case there are gaps between adjacent boards, use a tapping block to help engage the boards together
until the tongue-and-groove is flush and tight.
7. For the last row of boards, allow for the expansion along the end wall if it is necessary to cut the width.
8. Drill pilot holes in the face every 6” (try to drill holes in darker portion of the wood) and install with 1”
finishing nails. Countersink nails and fill with appropriate colored wood filler. Remove excess filler from
the surface with a clean rag and proper cleaner.