Bruce Reserve Premium - Manual (Page 23)

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6. All perimeter expansion zones must be completely filled with 100% silicone
caulk following the manufacturer’s recommendations. When applying
caulk, it is helpful to first apply a strip of masking tape parallel to and
approximately 1/32" (.79 mm) from the edge of the laminate
(Fig. 22). Then fill the expansion zone with caulk, remove the excess with a
plastic scraper or putty knife and remove the tape.
7. Molding may be used along a straight tub or shower base (Fig. 23). The
expansion zone should be filled with 100% silicone caulk and the molding
seated in the caulk while it is still wet. The joint between the molding and
the tub or shower base should also be caulked. If molding is not an option,
a normal 1/4" (6.35 mm) expansion zone may be used at the tub and then
completely filled with 100% silicone caulk.
8. The toilet should be removed before installing the laminate flooring. Allow
a 1/4" (6.35 mm) expansion zone between the laminate flooring edge and
the toilet flange. Completely seal the zone with 100% silicone caulk.
9. As with any hard-surfaced material, laminate flooring can be slippery when wet.
I. COORDINATED TRANSITIONS AND MOLDING PIECES
Armstrong offers specially designed Quarter-Round Molding, T-Molding, Multi-Purpose Reducer, Flush Stair
Nosing, Baby Threshold, Wall Base and Over-the-Top Step Nosing to complete the floor installation.
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Attach any of these pieces with nails (6d finish nails) or construction adhesive. When using construction
adhesive, weigh down the transition strip evenly to ensure proper contact with the subfloor. Do not use
an excessive amount of construction adhesive that could ooze out and fill the expansion zone.
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To allow the floating floor to move freely, never fasten the transition pieces to the laminate flooring.
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Keep the placement of the transition strip such that the 1/4″ (6.35 mm) expansion around the perimeter
is maintained.
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When installing over a radiant heated floor, always use construction adhesive to attach transition pieces.
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Always pre-drill any of these pieces with the appropriate size drill bit to avoid cracking or splitting the
strip.
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To prevent wood core from being exposed, add a “return” to the ends of molding at outside corners; for
inside corners miter at a 45° angle if corner is square or use a cope saw if corner is not square.
The Track System
The track system is an optional installation method to use with certain moldings
(Fig. 24). See specific moldings for further detailed installation instructions.
1. Screw or nail the track to the subfloor.
2. Snap in molding.
Quarter-Round Moldings
Coordinate with floor and provide the perfect finishing touch.
1. Nail the molding to the wall, not the floor (Fig. 25).
2. Do not force the trim against the floor.
3. The floating floor must move freely.
Fig. 22
Fig. 23
Fig. 24
Fig. 25