Installation Guide

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vinyl or linoleum, as well as existing hard surface ooring
substrates, such as terrazzo, porcelain or ceramic tile.
Ensure existing ooring is a single layer and is clean, dry,
sound, solid and well adhered. All loose material must be
removed and repaired or replaced. All grout lines and wide
seams greater than 1/4-in. in width and/or depth, as well
as any signicant substrate imperfections, must be lled
and troweled ush with a suitable cementitious patch.
Electing to install over any existing oor covering releases
the manufacturer from any responsibility regarding the
suitability and continued performance of that product,
including any resulting eect on the new oor covering.
Radiant Heating Requirements
When installing ooring over a substrate that contains a
radiant heating system, ensure that none of the heating
elements make direct contact with the ooring material.
Ensure radiant heat is no higher than 70° F (21° C) 8-hours
prior to and during the entire installation. After installation,
the radiant heat may be gradually increased over the
course of 24 hours, until normal operating temperature
is reached. Ensure the temperature of the radiant heating
system does not exceed 85° F (29.5° C) and avoid making
abrupt changes in radiant heating temperature.
Unsuitable Substrates
These include, but are not limited to: any oating or loose
oor coverings, VAT, hardwood, carpet, cushioned vinyl,
rubber, cork, foam, asphalt tile, additional acoustical
underlayments and any substrate with visible mold,
mildew, or fungi and any substrate in wet areas, such as
inside showers and saunas. Do not install directly over any
adhesive or adhesive residue of any kind. Do not install in
recreation vehicles, campers or boats.
Note: Existing hardwood oor coverings will swell when
exposed to moisture - vinyl oor covering may restrict
the movement of moisture in hardwood, which may result
in ooring failure, especially when installed on or below
grade. Some hardwood oor coverings may also discolor
vinyl oor covering. Issues related to unsuitable substrate
are not covered under warranty.
Adhesive Mat Bond Evaluation
If the suitability of an otherwise suitable substrate is in
question, perform an adhesive bond test per ASTM F3311
Standard Practice for Evaluation of Performance and
Compatibility for Resilient Flooring System Components
Prior to Installation. Store all records related to this test
with other relevant documentation. Flooring Expansion
2. Flooring Installation
Grouting
If the product has a micro-beveled edge, the ooring may be
grouted. During installation, leave a consistent gap around
all four sides of the tile or plank – the gap should be created
using appropriate tile spacers and should be 1/16-in., 1/8-
Installation Instructions
in. or 3/16-in. wide. Remove the spacers just before rolling
and grout the joints using a exible grout specically made
for vinyl oor covering. Follow the product instructions
regarding application and cleaning.
Note: Any grout residue left on the surface will aect
product maintenance and is not covered under the
warranty.
Installation Preparation
It is recommended that all wooden door jambs be undercut
with an Oscillating Multi-Tool - the height must be the
thickness of the oor covering. Allow all trades to complete
work prior to installation. Clean the entire area to be
installed using a HEPA-ltered vacuum.
Inspect all material prior to and during installation to verify
that there are no visible defects, damages and excessive
atness, shading, sheen or texture variations. Blend
materials from several cartons within the same lot to
ensure a consistent appearance. Some ooring products,
colors and textures have latent and acceptable color and
shade variations. If there are concerns regarding product
defects, atness, shade, sheen or texture variation, do
not install material and consult a sales representative or
manufacturer’s technical sta. Labor costs associated with
materials installed with obvious visual defects will not be
covered under warranty.
Although mixing dierent lots within the same area
will not aect the performance of the product, it is not
recommended, as shade, sheen and texture variations may
be visible. Prior to installing, compare dierent lots side-by-
side from all directions and lighting conditions to conrm
acceptability for the owner or end-user. Material installed
with obvious visual dierences related to production lots
will not be covered under warranty.
Layout
Prior to installation, conrm the installation pattern and
direction per the design specications or work order. Planks
should be installed in a random pattern - plank end joints
should be randomly spaced by ≥ 8-in. Avoid "H" joints and
do not install in a "Stair-Stepped" installation pattern, while
ensuring no obvious pattern repeats emerge.
Starting Line
Measure the width of each end of the area, then calculate
and mark your starting line, at the center of the room.
Calculate the width of the last row – if it is less than half the
width of the oor covering, adjust your starting line by half
the width of the ooring.
Cutting
To cut the oor covering, carefully score along the cut
line at least twice with a sharp utility knife. When cutting
across the width of a piece, use a speed square as a guide.
Snap the piece downwards. Alternately and as necessary,
a jigsaw with a carbide blade may be used for complicated
cuts, following the tool’s safety instructions.