Installation & Assembly

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - CARE & MAINTENANCE
OASIS LUXE / SPC FLOORING
Inspect ALL materials carefully BEFORE installation. Warranties DO NOT
cover materials with visible defects once they are installed.
Important Information (cont’d)
• Transitions are required only if installing Oasis Luxe in a room or area that
is larger than 100 lineal ft. in any direction.
Irregularities in concrete subfloor should be filled and leveled using a
cementious patching or leveling compound (Follow Subfloor Flatness
Tolerances).
Installing on Stairs or vertical surfaces such as walls will void your Warranty
When installation over existing ceramic tile floors it is not necessary to fill
grout lines (Follow Subfloor Flatness Tolerances).
Any glue down installation will void the Warranty
Subfloor RH/MVER Recommendations 85% Relative Humidity/ 8 lbs.
MVER (Moisture Vapor Emission Rating) Radiant Heat Approved
Oasis Luxe flooring is recommended in enclosed 3 season rooms that
meet the approved subfloor requirements
Allow for a 1/4” expansion gap around perimeters walls & heavy fixed
objects such as cabinetry, pipes, or baths.
“Waterproof” - Structural integrity of Oasis Luxe flooring will not
degrade due to contact with moisture/water.
It is the responsibility of the installer/owner to determine if the job site subfloor
and job site conditions are environmentally and structurally acceptable for
Oasis Luxe floor installation. The flooring manufacturer declines any
responsibility for Oasis Luxe floor failure resulting from or connected with
subfloor, subsurface, job site damage or deficiencies after hardwood flooring
has been installed.
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CHECKLIST
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• Flooring should only be installed in temperature-controlled environments. It
is necessary to maintain a constant temperature 48 Hours before, during
and after the installation.
Store the packages in the future room climate and open package after
package
This floor will be floating installed, i.e. always keep a minimum 1/4”
distance to all walls and vertical obstructions. Do not install cabinets on
top of this product.
Check your subfloor, it must be dry (measure always!), clean, firm, and
flat.
Measure the room and decide installation direction. Note the limitations
as per below
Transition are required only if installing Oasis Luxe in a room or area
that is larger than 100 lineal ft. in any direction.
Radiant Heat – see IN-FLOOR RADIANT HEAT and requirements
below.
Check your floor continuously during the installation. Defective boards that
are installed are not covered by warranty
To preserve your floor, clean and maintain your floor correctly.
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PRE-INSTALLATION BASICS
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If Oasis Luxe
is subject to extreme hot or cold temperatures prior to
installation, allow the product to acclimate 48 hours or to room
temperature
(between 55° - 85°F - 13°- 29°C or average temp. of 70 degrees (21.1°C).
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Post installation Environmental Conditions should be maintained at -20
˚F
(-29°C) - 140˚F (60°C)
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Product should be stored (flat) in a dry area away from direct sunlight. Do
not leave next to heating or cooling ducts. All work involving water must
be
completed well in advance of the installation of Oasis Luxe
. Do not store
flooring in uncontrolled envi
ronmental conditions. For example, garages
and exterior patios are not acceptable areas to store flooring. Flooring
stored on a concrete slab should be elevated at least 4" to allow air
circulation
under cartons. Ensure that all trades have been
completed, including;
drywall, plasterwork, plumbing, painting, etc.
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Tools for Installation:
Utility Knife
¼" Spacers
Straight Edge
Pencils
Measuring Tape
Eye Protection
Felt Pads
Soft-Faced Rubber Mallet Broom
Optional
: Jig Saw, Table Saw, Miter Saw, Circular Saw, Hole Saw, Moisture
Meter (wood, concrete, or both). Power tools can be dangerous, operate in
strict accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions and safety
precautions.
Shade Variations : Randomly p
ull planks from three or more different
cartons to ensure good color and shade mixture. Carefully inspect each
plank for visual defects prior to installation. Do not install damaged planks.
JOB SITE EVALUATION
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS (ALL SUBFLOORS)
Prior to installation, the homeowner or installer must ensure that job site
conditions (including subfloor/substrate, ambient temperature and relative
humidity) will not negatively affect the floor. The manufacturer is not
responsible for dam
ages associated with improper installation or poor site
conditions.
• Must be flat to within 1/4” in a 10ft span; no bumps or low spots. Subfloors
should not slope more than 1" per 6ft.
• Must be clean: no construction debris, soil, mud or any other objects on or
adhering to the floor. If necessary, scrape and sweep away before the
installation; no protrusions of nails, debris, or metals should remain.
• Must be free from moisture-related conditions that can damage the
installed flooring.
• Be structurally sound without deflection.
Moisture
Test all concrete subfloors for moisture content and document the results.
Visual checks are not reliable. Moisture must still be checked even though
Oasis Luxe vinyl plank flooring is waterproof in order to prote
ct surrounding
structure.
Important Information:
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You should allow for 5%-10% more flooring than square footage to
account for cuttings and waste
When installing the subfloor flatness tolerances should be no more than
1/4” in 10 ft. Radius and there should be no abrupt height differences.
Crawl Spaces
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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" 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.
High spots should be sanded or ground down and low areas should be
filled.
Over concrete subfloors we recommend using 6 mil polyfilm moisture
barrier.
If excessive moisture, over 85% RH, is present or if slab moisture cannot
be verified, the use of a 6 mil polyfilm moisture barrier is required. The
moisture barrier should be overlapped six inches and taped at the seams.
Oasis Luxe includes a pre-attached sound reduction pad therefore no
underlayment is required.
Do not use any additiona
l sound suppression underlayment or padding, as
doing so will void the AXISOR Limited Warranty.
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