Installation Instructions

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DO NOT INSTALL OVER
 Any type of carpet.
 Existing cushion-backed vinyl flooring.
 Floating floor of any type, loose lay, and perimeter fastened sheet vinyl.
 Hardwood flooring / wood subfloors that lay directly on concrete or over dimensional lumber or
plywood used over concrete.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
In-floor Radiant Heat: Flooring can be installed over 1/2” / 12 mm embedded radiant heat using the
floating method. Maximum operating temperature should never exceed 81°F / 27°C. Use of an in-
floor temperature sensor is recommended to avoid overheating.
• Turn the heat off for 24 hours before, during and 24 hours after installation when installing over
radiant heated subfloors.
• Before installing over newly constructed radiant heat systems, operate the system at maximum
capacity to force any residual moisture from the cementitious topping of the radiant heat system.
• Make sure that the temperature in the room is maintained consistent between 70-80°F / 20-25°C at
30-65% relative humidity before and during the installation.
• Floor temperature must not exceed 81°F / 27°C.
• Once the installation has been completed, the heating system should be turned on and increased
gradually (5-degree increments) until returning to normal operating conditions.
• Refer to the radiant heat system’s manufacturer recommendations for additional guidance.
Warning: Electric heating mats that are not embedded into the subfloor are not recommended for
use underneath the floors. Using electric heating mats that are not embedded and applied directly
underneath the floors could void the warranty for your floor in case of failure. It is best to install the
flooring over embedded radiant floor heating systems and adhere to the guidelines listed above.
I. INSTALLATION
 Remove baseboard, quarter-round moldings, wall base, appliances and furniture from room. For
best results, door trim should be under-cut to allow flooring to move freely without being pinched.
After preparation work, sweep and vacuum the entire work area to remove all dust and debris.
 With a floating floor, you must always ensure you leave a 1/4” / 6 mm gap between walls and
fixtures such as pillars, stairs, etc. These gaps will be covered with trim moldings after the floor is
installed.
 For rooms with a high moisture level like bathrooms, you must always ensure you leave a 1/3” / 10
mm gap between walls and fixtures and apply a waterproof transparent silicone around the
perimeter.
 Whenever possible, plan the layout so that the joints in the planks do not fall on top of joints or
seams in the existing substrate. The end joints of the planks should be staggered a minimum of 8” /
20 cm apart. Do not install over expansion joints. Avoid installing pieces shorter than 12” / 30 cm at
beginning or end of rows.
 Do not install your kitchen cabinets directly over your flooring. The floor’s quality can be guaranteed
as long as the floor can move freely.