Installation Guide

Tools Required for Installation
Common Tools
Wood
Glue
Carbide 40T Blade
Other Tools and Supplies
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Site Requirements
Laminate is a durable fl oor covering, not intended as structural material.
Laminate requires a clean, dry, secure subfl oor that meets building codes.
Laminate fl oor is suitable for use in climate controlled (35-60% RH and
65-85° F) indoor installations only and should not be installed in rooms
with fl oor drains or sump pumps. Laminate fl oor can be installed above,
on or below grade.
A moisture test is strongly recommended to determine if high moisture
exists in the subfl oor. When using a calcium chloride moisture test for
concrete subfl oors, values must be ≤ 5 lbs/1000ft²/24-hr; when using
a moisture meter, values must be <4.5%. Moisture readings of wood
subfl oors must be ≤ 14%.
Acceptable job site conditions, including relative humidity and subfl oor
moisture conditions, must be maintained throughout the lifetime of the
fl ooring.
Laminate fl ooring is installed as a fl oating fl oor and requires the use
of T-moldings in doorways 4 ft (1.22m) or less and in rooms 40 feet
(12.2 m) or larger in length or width. Floor movement must not be
constrained by glue, nails, screws, hardware or other fi xed obstructions.
This product must be installed in accordance with these installation
instructions.
DO NOT tap the short side.
6 mil (0.15 mm)
virgin polyethelene
vapor barrier
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10' (3 m)
> 5" (130 mm)
Job Site
Install instructions for 5” and 8” Planks