Install vapor barrier if subfloor is cement (6 mil polyethylene film).

Always use underlayment padding above the vapor barrier and below the laminate flooring planks. If a pad is pre-attached, no additional underlayment should be used.

Install parallel to the main light source.

Lay panels close together on floor.

Lock in half-length panel with rotating motion.

Observe 3/8" clearances and 16" minimum for the smallest usable piece.

Lock in panel lengthwise. Allow a 12" minimum end-joint stagger row to row.

Tap end joints with multiple light taps striking the tapping block evenly until end joints close. NOTE: Tapping too hard or striking the tapping block un-evenly can result in installation-related damage or peaking.

Continue in stepped fashion.

Rotate offcut section 180° and mark accordingly.

Shorten last panel, rotate 180° and slot in.

Fit the last panel in the row using a pull bar.

Always allow for expansion around all fixed objects.

Ensure floor is able to “float”.

Start the next row with the leftover section (min. 16").

A n expansion gap T-strip is required when length of planks measures 40' max. An expansion gap T-strip is required when width of planks measures 25' max.

Cut last row to size (2-1/2" min. width).