Technical Specifications

101017
TECHNICAL SERVICE
Grovewood™ Laminate Flooring
Product Specifications
Technical Services Department
30000 Aurora Road, Solon, Ohio 44139
888-639-
8275
Fax [phone]
email:
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www.tarkettna.com
1. PRODUCT DETAILS
 Thickness: 9.2mm (with Soundblocker backer)
 Length: 1210mm
 Width: 204mm
 Edge Type: Beveled
 Abrasion Class Rating: AC3
 Impact Class Rating: IC3
 Includes Attached Pad: Yes
 Planks Per Carton: 7
 Square Feet Per Carton: 18.6
 Carton Weight: 23.14 lbs.
 Cartons Per Pallet: 24
 FloorScore® Certification SCS-EC10.3-2014 V4.0:
SCS-FS-02386
 Made in the USA with US and Global Parts
2. INSTALLATION - See package insert for complete
Installation Information.
Use: Residential
Installation System: T-Lock, Angle-Tap
Location: Below, on and above grade concrete, approved
underlayment grade plywood and approved existing floors.
 Tarkett laminate flooring shall acclimate to the
temperature of the room. Place unopened cartons of
laminate lying horizontally in the room in which they will
be installed for a minimum of 48 hours before
installation.
 Room temperature shall be a minimum of 65°F (18°C).
Relative humidity shall be between 40% and 70%.
 Substrate shall be level to within 1/8” in 8 feet (3.18
mm in 2.4 m).
 Install a 10mil polyethylene vapor retarder when
installing over concrete.
 A minimum 5/16” space is required between flooring
and all verticals (walls, cabinets, pipes, etc.).
 Rooms over 30’ (12m) in length or width will require the
use of Tarkett T-Molding.
 The long side of each plank is assembled by inserting
the long side tongue into the groove side of the
previous row at approximately a 30º angle. Gently slide
or position the plank so it is approximately 1/4” away
from the short side of the previous plank. Rotate plank
downward until lying flat.
 Position tapping block squarely along the groove side
end joint and gently tap the block to engage the tongue
side of the plank into the groove side of the previous
plank. To avoid damaging the planks, make sure to tap
in the center of the tapping block.
 The first and last plank in each row shall be at least 12”
(30.4 cm) in length. Stagger end joints a minimum of
12” (30.4 cm).
3. WARRANTY - See package insert for complete Warranty
Information.
 30 YEAR RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY
4. CARE AND MAINTENANCE
 Post installation temperature must be maintained
between 65ºF and 85°F. Relative humidity must be
maintained between 40% and 70%.
 Never slide heavy furniture or appliances across the
floor. Place plywood on the floor and move the object
across the plywood.
 To minimize scratching, equip tables and chairs with
proper floor protectors.
 To help prolong the life of the floor, use walk-off mats at
outside entrances to collect dirt and debris and excess
moisture.
 Sweep or vacuum to remove loose dirt or debris that
can scratch the floor.
 Wipe up all spills promptly with a dry cloth.
 When necessary, lightly damp mop floor with Tarkett
SureShine Floor Cleaner or equal neutral floor cleaner.
Do not use excessive water when cleaning.