Laminate flooring needs to acclimatise for 48 hours, in its original packing, in the area where it is to be installed. Put the packs in the middle of the room. Never against a wall or in a corner
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LAMINATE
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INSTALLATION Page 2 Laminate flooring needs to acclimatise for 48 hours, in its original packing, in the area where it is to be installed. Put the packs in the middle of the room. Never against a wall or in a corner |
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 CHECK THAT : The doors can still open and close after installing the laminate flooring floor with underfloor. The door frames may need to be adapted to install the floor under them. The old plinths can be removed. The base floor The base floor must be thoroughly clean and flat before laminate flooring is installed on it. Depending on the situation, the following cases may present themselves : CONCRETE New construction : The moisture content of the concrete may not exceed 2.5 % (CM method). A freshly poured coating must dry out for at least 1 week per and up to 8 weeks depending on the thickness. In case of floor heating, the moisture content may not exceed 1.5 % (CM method). In this case, some specific installing instructions are applicable. Please consult your dealer for more information. Renovated construction : In the case of damp-proof flooring (PVC, linoleum, etc.), flooring may be installed on the existing floor covering. In the case of damp-open flooring (carpet, needle felt floor, etc.), first remove the existing floor covering. WOODEN FLOORING First remove any existing floor covering. The wooden floor must be sufficiently stable. Any loose parts must be nailed down and, if necessary, a levelling underfloor must be installed. The moisture content of the wood may not exceed 10%. It is essential that the creeping space under the wooden floor be sufficiently ventilated : remove any obstacles and provide sufficient ventilation. Install the new panels across the planks.   Before beginning to install please refer to each manufactures instructions for full details. This page is intended as a guide only and details may vary a little from each brand. Wood is the primary constituent of laminate flooring. Because the humidity of the room can vary, due to differences between the seasons for example, the floor must be able to expand in all directions. The floor must be able to expand or contract on ALL sides. To facilitate this, an expansion gap is provided at walls of 8mm. A gap must also be provided around pipes or at thresholds. With large surface areas, a wider gap must be provided, for example under a double wall. Take account of the fact that the floor may move in one direction. Where possible, provide expansion gap's, for example under doors. These gaps are covered by a profile that is not fixed to the floor but to the base floor. Install the panels preferably in the same direction as the longest wall and the way the light falls (visually more attractive). Start installing the floor on one corner or in the middle of the area. You can also work from left to right, or right to left. Always remember that the easiest way of installing is using the tongue into the groove. |