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Helpful Pointers
General Tips
 Make sure your work area is well lit. Good visibility ensures that color is consistent and that visually defective planks are detected
and removed.
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Preferred minimum length of the first and last plank is 12”. The remainder of the last plank can be used as a starter board on the
following rows.
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Using a shorter piece at undercut door jams will help when fitting flooring in place.
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Most often the entire length of the last row will need to be cut so that it is narrow enough to fit the remaining space.
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Measure the distance between the floor face edge (exclude the tongue) to the wall. Subtract 5/16” – 3/8” from this measurement
for expansion gap. Draw a line. Cut through the line. Discard the excess piece. Proceed with installation.
Vakinge Click Lock Technique
1. Do not hammer the short ends of the planks.
2. This description is for installation from left to right. Tongue facing the wall.
3. Drop-Lock method to join the short ends in the row. Place the first panel flat on the floor with the plastic clip end on the right side.
Line the left end of the right end of the previous plank. Start with the back side, gradually lower the plank pushing the clip back in
the process. When the next plank is completely flat, the ends will lock.
4. Angling method to join long ends between rows. Position the tongue side of the panel into the groove of the previous row at a 20°
or 30° angle. Move the panel gently up and down while ex-erting pressure toward the first panel. The panel will automatically lock
into place.
Floating Installation Procedure
Step 1- Preinstall Activities
• Rack up planks from several boxes.
• Ensure that end joints are staggered at least 6” between the rows. See diagram below.
• Inspect product for defects. If material is questionable, contact the retailer immediately. Do not proceed with installation
Step 2 – Install Moisture Barrier (if on concrete) and Optional Underlayment if selected.
• Clean the subfloor.
• For concrete, let the moisture barrier run up the wall a bit before cutting to size.
• Install the underlayment on top of the moisture barrier. Cut 1 inch from the wall.
Safety and Health Precautions
Power tools can be dangerous. Operate in strict accordance to manufacturer’s operating instructions and safety precautions. Unsafe
and improper use can cause serious injuries.
Avoid inhalation and exposures to wood dust by mechanical means and by wearing personal protective equipment.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) which include NIOSH or OSHA approve dust masks, safety goggle and work gloves.
or deliver flooring to the jobsite until moisture problems are corrected. Read adhesive manufacturer’s instruction carefully. Certain
wood flooring adhesives may se of it can cause serious injuries.
Avoid inhalation and exposures to wood dust by mechanical means and by wearing personal protective equipment.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) which include NIOSH or OSHA approve dust masks, safety goggle and work gloves.