Installation Instructions

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 Staples and Nails should be of sufficient length to allow a minimum of 3/4" of the fastener to penetrate and hold into the
subfloor. The Staples or Nails should be placed in the top of the tongue, about 2 inches from each end, and spaced along
the length of the board every 6" to 8".
 Follow all instructions provided by the Manufacturer of the specific fastening equipment.
 Make certain the Fastener’s air pressure is set, and guide angle and depth settings on the adapter foot are correct in order
to allow the staple crown or nail head to recess the fastener flush in the top of the flooring tongue (not protruding above or
recessed below) the tongue so no damage or breakage of the core or tongue occurs. Occasional noise is inherently common
to staple and nailed installations and is not considered a manufacturing defect. Inherent noise may be minimized by
maintaining recommended indoor climate control.
 WARNING: Do not use mechanical fasteners or glue method to install CFS Solid Hardwood Flooring directly over particle-
board or unapproved OSB.
 When using Mechanical Fasteners: Using improper adapters and pressure settings can cause severe damage to the flooring
while using the staple/nail/cleat installation method. Using the correct adapter and pressure will set the staple/nail/cleat
correctly in the tongue. It is vital that the tool is adjusted properly so the staples/nails/cleats are being positioned at the
proper angle. Air pressures set too high can cause damage to the tongue, putting blisters on the face (dimpling) of the
flooring and making it difficult to install adjoining boards. Air pressure necessary to attach fasteners properly (PSI) on the
compressor is usually around 80 PSI. A proper test is to set the Stapler/Nailer pressure initially at 70 PSI and adjust it until
the staple/nail/cleat properly sets in the tongue. Test the stapler or nailer on a scrap piece of material first. If the tongue is
being damaged when stapling/nailing or the staple/nail/cleat is driving too deeply into the nail channel, lower the pressure.
If the staples/nails/cleats do not set deep enough, raise the pressure. Staples or Nails should be placed along the length of
the plank, into the tongue, within 2" (inches) of the end of each plank and spaced along the length every 6" to 8" (inches).
CFS is not responsible for damage caused by mechanical fasteners. If you need to remove a staple/nail/cleat that has gone
in crooked, do not pull straight up from the tongue. This will damage the surface of the board. Instead, pull out the
staple/nail/cleat from the tongue at the front of the board with all pressure from the hammer’s head directed to a fulcrum
board on the sub-floor. CFS is not responsible for damage caused by negligent installation practices, the misuse of
Mechanical Fasteners, hammers or other installation tools.
GENERAL TIPS: FLOOR REPAIR
 1. Minor damage to your hardwood floor may be repaired by using a color fill putty stick or felt stain marker. This special product
should be matched to the color of your floor and, when properly used, will make the damaged area virtually invisible.
 2. A qualified hardwood flooring installer should repair extensive damage to traditional Solid hardwood flooring.
 3. For splinters and loose edges, broken away or still attached, DO NOT PULL, carefully glue in place with clear CA
Cyanacrylate (Super Glue), carefully trim small sprigs or raised edges with a chisel point razor and touch up with a matching
color pen or putty stick available at most home centers.
 4. Contact your retailer for information regarding locating matching Trim Pieces, board replacements, cleaning and
maintenance, touch-up and minor repair, or other assistance.
HARDWOOD FLOORING CARE & MAINTENANCE
CFS does not warrant floors that are not properly maintained.
Routine Maintenance
1. Use a damp cloth to blot up spills as soon as they happen. Never allow liquids to stand on your floor.
2. For tough spots, such as oil, paint, markers, lipstick, ink, tar, or incidental topical residue from manufacturing processes, use
Mineral Spirits, Denatured Alcohol (Clear Hand Sanitizer containing Ethanol) on a clean white cloth, then wipe the area with
a damp cloth to remove any remaining residue. IMPORTANT! Never use Lacquer Thinner, of Citrus Based Solvents to Clean
CFS Solid Hardwood Flooring. Test all cleaning chemicals on an inconspicuous area or loose piece of the flooring before use.
3. Sweep, dust, or vacuum the floor regularly with a proper hard surface non-motorized attachment (not the beater bar) or
microfiber dusting pad (such as available in the Bona floor care kit), to prevent accumulation of dirt and grit that can scratch
or dull the floor finish. Do not Use Swiffer type dust mops, steam cleaning equipment or Swiffer Type steam or wet mops
of any kind on the hardwood flooring surface.
4. Periodically clean the floor with CFS Solid Hardwood Floor approved cleaning products, or a Bona Hardwood Floor Cleaner
Kit, made specifically for prefinished hardwood floor care. Apply cleaning liquid to dampen (not dripping), a soft clean cloth
or terry cloth mop cap. Dry the floor immediately after cleaning with a dry terry cloth towel to remove excess cleaner
residue and avoid streaking.
5. Do not apply liquid cleaners directly to the flooring surface, never wash or wet mop the floor with soap, water, oil-soaps,
detergents, vinegar, or any other liquid cleaning material. This can cause swelling, warping, delamination, or joint-line
separation, and will void the warranty.
6. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong ammoniated or chlorinated type cleaners.
7. Do not use any type of finish restorer, coatings to enhance shine, floor wax, or polishes.
8. For spots such as candle wax or chewing gum, harden the spot with ice in a plastic bag, immediately dry, and then gently
scrape with a plastic scraper, such as a credit card. Be careful not to scratch the flooring surface. Wipe clean with a damp
cloth.
9. For tough stains, you may need to use a heavy-duty stain remover made specifically for hardwood floors.
10. A more frequent dust-mopping or vacuuming schedule may be required in very sandy areas such as a beach home.