Installation Guide

STEP FOUR - INSTALLATION OF FLOORING

1. Once the initial rows are in place, begin installing the planks using either a manual or pneumatic

nailer/stapler using 16-gauge cleats staples. Check to ensure the fastener is set to the proper

depth and angle buy adjusting the nailer/stapler shoes. Blind nail through the tongue using a

minimum 1 1/2 in-2 in staple or cleat; fasten the planks approximately 2 in to 3 in from the ends

and every 8 in apart with a minimum of 2 fasteners per plank.

2. Continue installing planks across the room and ending at the far wall using the manual or

pneumatic nailer/stapler and following the recommended nailing schedule. Remember, never

waste materials; the end cuts from starter rows should be used at the opposite side of the room to

complete rows or to start the next row. As you reach the far wall it may be necessary to blind nail

by hand until top nailing is required.

3. It may be necessary to rip the last row to allow for the 1/2 in expansion. If the last row is 1 in or

less glue the pieces to the last full uninstalled row and install them together. If needed, use a pry

bar or lever to fit the remaining rows tight to the installed planks.

4. Top nail the last 1-2 rows into place approximately 6 in apart and 1 in from the back edge(groove

side) using a pneumatic finish nailer. Always use a nail set to sink the nail heads below the surface

of the flooring. Remember to fill the holes with matching wood putty/filler.

SKIP TO STEP FIVE

GLUE-DOWN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

The manufacturer recommends the use of a low-VOC, premium, water-free flooring adhesive specifi-

cally recommended by the adhesive manufacturer for use with engineered or solid wood flooring.

Step One – Establish a Starting Point

1. Remove any existing wall base, shoe molding, quarter round or doorway threshold.

2. Determine the direction of the floor joists and run the flooring perpendicular(90°) to the floor joists.

Do not run flooring parallel to floor joists.

3. Flooring may be installed in any direction over a concrete slab.

4. Establish a starting point. We recommend the longest exterior running wall.

5. Measure the total wodth of the flooring(including the tongue),plus 1/2 in for expansion. Measure

out this distance in at least 2 places from the starting wall and 12 in from the corners. Snap a

chalk line parallel to the starting wall.

Step Two – Lay Out

1. Choose the longest and straightest boards and align the plank’s tongue with the working line.

Cut the last plank to the proper length leaving a 1/2 in from the end wall. Lay out three additional

rows, then move these rows away from the working area.

2. Spread enough adhesive to just cover the area of the first four rows of flooring using the

appropriate trowels and installation technique. Please refer to the adhesive manufacturer’s

instructions for application. Never use a “wet-lay” adhesive, as this could trap moisture under the

flooring, causing it to warp.

3. Place flooring onto adhesive, one row at a time, making sure that all joints are tight and parallel.

Be sure to use 100-150lb. weighted roller to ensure complete transfer of adhesive; always protect

the floor when using weighted roller.

4. Allow the adhesive to set per the adhesive manufacturer’s recommendation. It is critical to check

your work, making sure the starting row is properly aligned and straight.