Installation Guide

INSTALLATION

When installing unnished wood ooring, wait a minimum of 72 hours before sanding.

NAIL OR STAPLE DOWN INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Additional Tools and Material Needed

Drill

Air Hose

15 lb. Roofers Felt

Tapping Block

In-line Air Regulator

Compressor

Pneumatic Nailer/Stapler

Before you begin using the following instructions, please refer to the Pre-Installation Job Prep information above.

NOTE: Our products are not warranted against squeaking, popping or crackling when using staple-down or nail-down

installation methods. Some squeaking, popping or crackling is normal and possible when using staple-down or nail-

down installation methods. These symptoms may be aggravated in arid areas or during dry conditions.

SET UP AND USE OF PNEUMATIC STAPLERS AND NAILERS

Minor occasional noises within the ooring are inherent to all staple/nail-down installations and can change as environmental

changes occur. This is not a manufacturing defect and is therefore not covered under our warranties (see warranty brochure

for complete warranty coverage). You can help reduce squeaking, popping, and crackling by being sure that the suboor is

structurally sound, does not have any loose decking or joists, and is swept clean prior to installation. You should also be sure

that your stapler or nailer is setting the fastener properly, not damaging the planks, and that you are using the correct nailing

schedule.

For products greater than 5” in width, it is recommended to use a combination glue down assist when using mechanical

fasteners. Apply a urethane based adhesive to the suboor prior to installing the planks. Follow the standard fastener

schedule. *This installation method doesn’t require the use of a traditional vapor retarder, which enables the glue to adhere to

the suboor rather than the paper.

When used improperly, staples or cleats can damage wood ooring. If the tool is not adjusted properly the staples/cleats may

not be positioned at the proper angle and cause blistering, peaking, squeaking, or crackling of the oor. Some models may

require the use of an adapter to adjust for proper thickness. Test the tool on a piece of scrap material rst - set the

stapler/nailer ush on the tongue side of the plank and install a staple/cleat. Should the staple/cleat penetrate too deeply

reduce the air pressure; if the staple/cleat is not deep enough then increase the air pressure using an in-line regulator. The

crown of the staple/cleat should sit ush within the nail pocket to prevent damage to the ooring and to reduce squeaking.

The ooring manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by the mechanical fasteners.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only use manufacturer's recommended staples or cleats.

3/8” PRODUCTS

For products less than 5” the minimum length staple/cleat is 1”

For products 5” or wider the minimum length staple/cleat is 1 ¼”

18 to 20 gauge staple, narrow 3/8” or less crown

20 gauge L shaped cleat

½” PRODUCTS

Minimum length fastener is 1 ¼” staple/cleat

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