Installation & Assembly
SEHWII011007
Installation: To attached molding pre-drill and nail in appropriate 6” to 8” intervals. Do not nail less than 2”- 3”
from the ends of either side. Also apply glue to the front edge of the molding. Apply one or two 1/4” beads of
construction adhesive to the subfloor and seat the molding in place. All stair nose moldings must be nailed and glued
to secure the molding adequately. It is important not to attach the reducer directly to the floating floor to allow
expansion and contraction.
Flush Reducer - Used to join hardwood floors that have been glued down or nailed down to transition with floors of
different heights such as vinyl, ceramic tile, or low pile carpeting.
Installation: To attached molding pre-drill and nail in appropriate 6” to 8” intervals. Do not nail less than 2”- 3”
from the ends of either side. To attach the molding using glue, apply glue to the front edge of the molding. Apply
one or two 1/4” beads of construction adhesive to the subfloor and seat the molding in place.
Flush Stair Nose - Provides the proper transition for stairways or steps which have hardwood floors that have been
installed by either the nail down or glue down installation method. The Stair Nose also provides the proper overhang for
a transition from one floor level to the next such as the step into a sunken living room.
Installation: When used on a stair step, the Stair Nose molding should cover and overlap the riser. When used on a
step-up to another room, the Stair Nose molding becomes the starting “edge” of the floor. Because of the
interlocking of the molding with the floor, the Stair Nose molding should be installed first. Once the molding is in
place, the interlocking floor can be installed. Moldings should be installed using adhesive and screw type fasteners
or nails.
Hardwood Flooring Care & Maintenance
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, or tar, use acetone/nail polish remover on a clean
white cloth, then wipe the area with a damp cloth to remove any remaining residue.
3. Sweep, dust, or vacuum the floor regularly with the hard floor attachment (not the beater bar) to prevent
accumulation of dirt and grit that can scratch or dull the floor finish.
4. Periodically clean the floor with cleaning products made specifically for pre-finished hardwood floor care.
5. Do not wash or wet mop the floor with soap, water, oil-soap detergent, or any other liquid cleaning material.
This could cause swelling, warping, delamination, and joint-line separation, and 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 buffing or polishing machine.
8. For spots such as candle wax or chewing gum, harden the spot with ice 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.
Environmental Protection
1. Entry mats will help collect the dirt, sand, grit, and other substances such as oil, asphalt, or driveway sealer that
might otherwise be tracked onto your floor.
2. Do not use rubber or foam backed plastic mats as they may discolor the flooring finish. To prevent slippage, use an
approved vinyl rug underlayment.
3. Use floor protectors and wide-load bearing leg bases/ rollers to minimize indentations and scratches from heavy
objects. As a rule, the heavier the object, the wider the floor protector.
4. Maintain a normal indoor relative humidity level between 45 and 65% throughout the year to minimize the natural
expansion and contraction of the wood.
a. Heating season
(Dry): A humidifier is recommended to prevent excess shrinkage due to low humidity levels.
Wood stove and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions.