Home Legend HL1057 Installation Guide
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1. the planks When the cleaning cloth mop becomes soiled rinse or replace it with a clean one Following up with a clean dry cloth will remove residual streak marks and spots 3 Do NOT leave any amount of liquids water juice soft drinks spills etc on the floor Clean any wet spots immediately 4 Do NOT use a steam cleaner 5 Do NOT use a wet mop or douse floor with water or liquid cleaners Liquid can seep between the cracks and cause moisture damage 6 Do NOT use any cleaning agents containing wax oil or polish Left over residue will form a dull film 7 Do NOT use steel wool or scouring powder which will scratch the floor Branded or Off the shelf Floor Care Products e If none of the above are effective and you choose to use a store bought product test the product in a non conspicuous area i e closet corner or scrap pieces for potential adverse side effects Preventative Maintenance e Protect your floor when using a dolly for moving furniture or appliances Protective sheets and or plywood may be needed Never slide or roll heavy furniture or appliances across the floor e Place protective pads beneath furniture legs and other heavy objects e Avoid excessive exposure to water from being tracked in during periods of inclement weather e Minimize abrasive material and dirt by placing mats on both sides of exterior doors and by using area rugs in high traffic areas e Rearrange furniture and rugs periodically to avoid uneven colo2. A TIMELESS CHOICE Installation Instructions Laminate Flooring Valinge Click Lock Visit homelegend com for latest version of installation instructions Products Included Approved Grade Levels Approved Installation Method Laminate Flooring with Valinge Click Lock Above Grade On Grade Primary Method Floating Below Grade Optional Method Full spread glue Home legen CAUTION CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS This product can create wood dust and emit formaldehyde of which are known to the State of California to cause cancer CAUTION ASBESTOS IN EXISTING FLOOR Home Legend product does not contain asbestos Existing installed resilient flooring and asphaltic adhesive may contain asbestos fillers or crystalline silica Do not sand dry sweep dry scrape drill saw bead blast or mechanically chip or pulverize existing resilient flooring backing lining felt asphaltic cutback adhesive or other adhesive See Recommended Work Practices for Removal of Resilient Floor Coverings rfci com for detailed information and instructions on removing all resilient covering structures CAUTION WOOD DUST Sawing sanding and machining this product can produce wood dust It can cause respiratory skin and eye irritation Avoid prolonged exposure to wood dust Power tools should be equipped with a dust collector If possible perform wood dust generating activities outdoors If high dust levels are encountered use an appropriate NIOSH designated dust m
3. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment PPE which include NIOSH or OSHA approve dust masks safety goggle and work gloves 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 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 Using a shorter piece at undercut door jams will help when fitting flooring in place 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 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 2 3 Do not hammer the short ends of the planks This description is for installation from left to right Tongue facing the wall 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 Angling method to join long ends between rows Po
4. al Order an additional 5 extra for cutting wastage and grading allowances 10 for diagonal installations During installation inspect the planks continuously Defects that can be seen from a standing position should be cut off or held out Installing defective planks implies acceptance Squeaking and clicking noises are the result of interactions among flooring joists and subfloors when they move Limiting the movements of the flooring system usually eliminates most of these noises Sometimes it is impossible to eliminate them completely and minor squeaking or clicking noises are to be accepted as normal flooring phenomenon Minor scratches can generally be repaired with the use of putty stain or filler It is an industry standard practice of flooring installation and it should be accepted as normal by the home owner If You Need More Information To assure the warranty is not inadvertently voided before proceeding with any activity that is not covered in this manual please contact our Technical Support Department Acclimation and In service Conditions This product does not require acclimation provided there are no extreme temperature and humidity differences between warehouse retailer transportation and final installation site l e Temperature of no less than 60 F at any location and no more than 20 Relative Humidity difference between locations Conditions in which the floor was installed should be maintained continuously thereafter Acc
5. area should be equal to 1 5 of the total square footage of the crawl space or as mandated by code Concrete Subfloor Requirements It must have minimum rated strength of 3000 psi It must be level to within 1 8 in a 6 foot span or 3 16 in a 10 foot span no bumps or low spots High spots can be removed by grinding Gaps greater than 5 32 wide and 1 16 and depressions should be filled with patching compound formulated for use in floor installation It must be clean no construction debris soil mud and any other objects on or adhering to the floor if necessary scrape and sweep away before the installation no protrusions of nails debris metals should remain New concrete slab must cure for at least 60 days It must have a minimum 10 mil polyethylene sheet between the ground and the concrete It must meet concrete moisture requirement below It must be free from moisture related conditions which can damage the installed flooring Light Weight Concrete It is concrete which rated strength is less than 3000 psi Perform a quick check by drawing a nail across the top if it leaves indentation it is probably light concrete For glue down application the concrete must possess shear strength greater than the glue If concrete rated psi is unknown contact the adhesive manufacturer for guidance Concrete Moisture All concrete subfloors should be tested for moisture content and the results documented Visual checks are not reliable Perfor
6. ask Owner Installer Responsibility The owner is advised to be at home during the installation for consultation direction The owner and installer should discuss installation and layout to maximize satisfaction If this is not possible consultation should be done prior to installation The owner installer assumes all responsibility for product quality of completed installation PERFORM PRE INSTALL INSPECTION FOR CLAIMS PURPOSES YOU ARE ALLOWED TO OPEN UP TO 4 BOXES FOR PRODUCT INSPECTION DO NOT OPEN ALL THE BOXES OPENING ALL THE BOXES CONSTITUTES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE PRODUCT INSPECT ALL THE PLANKS IN THESE 4 BOXES CAREFULLY EXAMINE FLOORING FOR COLOR FINISH AND QUALITY IF YOU DISCOVER THAT PRODUCTS ARE DEFECTIVE OR IF MATERIAL IS QUESTIONABLE YOU SHOULD CONTACT THE RETAILER IF YOU ARE SATISFIED PROCEED WITH INSTALLATION Flooring to be installed in one large area should be purchased at the same time Product purchased at a later time than the first purchase may vary beyond your expectations Accessories trims and moldings are manufactured to coordinate with the varied appearances of the floor planks Any exact matches are coincidental Non matching accessories are not defective products This product is manufactured according to strict quality standards In the event that defects are discovered in the field the industry standards permit a defect tolerance not to exceed 5 The defects may be of any type whether manufactured or natur
7. e last plank may have to be cut to size See diagrams below Step 4 Install the Second and Remaining Rows Stagger the end joints by at least 6 inches Use the remain of the cut off board if it is 12 inches or longer If not cut off at least 6 inches from the left side of the next row s starting board Use the angling technique to lock the long edge together Use drop lock method to lock the joint along the short edge Repeat the steps until the row is complete On the last row you may have to cut along the length of the planks to make it fit Step 5 Tight Spaces In tight spaces use the pull bar and a hammer See diagrams below Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 5 Step 6 Pipes e Create expansion gap around pipe by cutting or drilling a hole through a locked ends joint e Drill a hole the size of the diameter plus inch for expansion e Separate the panels and rejoin them around the pipe See diagrams Step 7 Under Door Frames e Ensure a 3 8 inch expansion gap between floor and door jamb e Use a tapping block and a hammer or a pull bar and a hammer See diagrams Step 8 Finishing Touches e Clean the floor e Remove all spacers e install the molding on the plastic membrane that runs up the wall from under the floor Never fasten the molding to the floor e Caulk around pipes and in places where molding cannot be installed e Use matching putty where necessary e I
8. eptable in service temperature range is 60 F 80 F and relative humidity RH of 35 60 Document as much installation conditions as possible below Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 1 Date Relative Humidity Temperature F Subfloor Type Subfloor Avg Moisture Content Acclimation Period Job Site Condition Prior to installation the installer must ensure that at the time of installation the job site conditions including subfloor substrate ambient temperature and relative humidity and all impacting variables will not negatively affect floor Home Legend will decline responsibility for damages associated with improper installation or poor site conditions Storage and Conditions Do not store flooring in uncontrolled environmental conditions For example garages and exterior patios are not acceptable areas to store flooring Handle and unload flooring with care and store within the environmentally controlled site in which it is expected to perform Flooring stored on concrete slab should be elevated at least four inches to allow air circulation under cartons Existing Home Existing home should have a consistent room temperature of 60 F 80 F and relative humidity RH of 35 60 Continual extreme deviation from these conditions will affect the dimensions of flooring During heating season humidity may be much lower than the acceptable range During the heating season a humidifier is recommended to preven
9. inetry It can be used with or without Wall Base molding Wall Base is used to give a finished look at the base of the walls It can be used with or without Quarter Round Technical Support For installation information and technical questions not covered in this installation guide please contact our Technical Support Representative by calling the toll free number below Toll Free Number 877 630 1800 Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 8 Care and Maintenance Daily Maintenance 1 Sweep dust mop or vacuum your floor regularly to remove any particles that could cause abrasion or scratch your floor CAUTION Vacuums with a beater bar or power rotary brush head can damage a floor and should never be used 2 Use a damp mop to remove spots and soil Apply appropriate cleaning solution to the cleaning cloth mop Do NOT apply directly to the floor e For lightly soiled area clean with distilled water e For moderately soiled area use a mild solution of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water Isopropyl alcohol is commonly referred to as rubbing alcohol and is sold in 50 to 70 concentrations This product should be diluted by mixing one part alcohol and 2 parts distilled water e For tougher spots use a higher concentration of isopropyl alcohol and distilled water e For extreme cases a solution of nail polish remover acetone and distilled water can be used HINT For best results clean the floor in the same direction of
10. irection of the center of the room the width of two planks Or spread only enough glue to install what can be set within 45 minutes 15 minutes of OPEN TIME and an additional 30 minutes for actual installation Usually about two rows width coverage Different manufacturer may require different open time and set time e Repeat with the next two rows etc Step 5 Begin installation in the same way as floating installation From beginning to finishing touch Accessories Pictures are for illustrative purposes only Actual product may differ from pictures T MOLDING T Molding is used to create a transition between floor coverings of similar heights or to cover an EFA expansion gap STAIR NOSE Stair Nose is used in conjunction with flooring installed on stair steps or finished edge of a higher level floor like in a sunken living room Carpet Reducer also called Baby Threshold or End Cap is used to transition floor coverings of differing heights This reducer strip is also commonly used to border a fireplace sliding glass door and other exterior door jambs Hard Surface Reducer is used to transition to another hard surface flooring of different heights such as tile vinyl concrete Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 7 WALL BASE amp QUARTER ROUND Quarter Round is used to cover the expansion space between the Wall Base and your flooring It can also be used them to make smooth transitions between the floor and cab
11. l openings with or without door Note Floor areas interrupted by wall sections extending out of the wall floor areas which are not rectangular may experience buckling or gapping if there is excessive floor expansion or shrinkage Wet Areas This product can be installed in kitchens mud rooms powder rooms bathrooms and laundry rooms Do not install in saunas swimming pool areas and other similar extreme wet areas Fill all expansion gaps with water repellant caulk Do not allow water or liquids to remain on the floor and seep into the joints To minimize moisture damage we recommend applying a thin film of water repellant to joints between planks Adhesive Use premium flooring adhesive which is non water based Tools and Materials Basics Tape measure Moisture meter wood concrete or both Chalk line amp chalk e Hammer e Electric power saw Carbide tipped saw blade for fine cut e NIOSH designated dust mask Hand saw or jamb saw e Eye protection Straight edge or Spacers e Pry Bar e Mallet e Broom e Color matched wood putty Tapping block Pull bar Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 3 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
12. m tests at locations around exterior doorways near walls containing plumbing near foundation walls and in the center of the room Minimum sample size is 3 samples per 1000 square feet of area and one test for every additional 1000 square feet thereafter Its moisture content should meet one of the following criteria below e 5 when tested using Tramex Concrete Moisture Encounter e Less than 3 pounds per 1000 square feet per 24 hours when using Calcium Chloride test ASTM F 1869 e 75 when using Relative Humidity Testing ASTM F 2170 Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 2 Please note Concrete moisture content may be acceptable the time of the test These tests do not guarantee a perpetual dry concrete slab The concrete slab moisture content can vary at other times of the year We are not responsible for moisture related damage to installed flooring Wood Subfloor Requirements It must be clean no presence of construction debris soil mud and any other objects on or adhering to the floor no protrusions of nails debris metals should remain If necessary scrape and sweep the subfloor before the installation It must be structurally sound and stable no movements or squeaks no loose panels or loose nails no signs of ply de lamination or other damages Repair all shortcomings before installation It must be flat no visible bumps or low spots the subfloor should be flat to within 1 8 in 6 feet span or 3 16 in 10 fee
13. ng Radiant Heated Subfloor This product can be installed over radiant heated subfloor Operating surface temperature must be less than 85 F Decrease temperature before installation Increase temperature gradually after installation Contact heater manufacturer for specific installation instruction Moisture Barrier and Moisture Retarder Concrete Subfloor For floating installation use 6 mil polyethylene film or other means with equivalent permeability Overlap the edge seams and tape it together Extend moisture barrier up to the wall about 1 inch high When installed on above grade concrete and the moisture content meets standards for concrete moisture a moisture barrier is not required For direct glue installation use a moisture barrier if the moisture level exceeds the requirement see Concrete Moisture section above Wood Subfloor Moisture retarder is optional Sound Control Underlayment It is optional Check with sound control manufacturer for application guidelines Generally the less compressive underlayment is preferred Expansion Gap Required gap width range is 5 16 to 3 8 It is required around the perimeter of the floor and between floor and all vertical obstructions Do not place permanently mounted structures such as kitchen counter cabinet on the installed floor Transition Molding Floating installation transition T molding is required in the following cases floor spanning greater than 40 feet in length or width wal
14. nstall or reinstall all wall trim pieces Nail them through the wall but not to the subfloor to avoid restricting the expansion gap e Install transition trim pieces Nail them to the subfloor not the flooring e At doorways transitions should be used to protect the edges of the floor and to provide a decorative transition from one floor type to another e If the floor is to be covered use a breathable material such as cardboard Do not cover with plastic Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 6 Uninstalling the Floor e If you have to uninstall Unlock the whole row from another by lifting up and unclick the planks e Lay the row down e Slide the planks from each other at the end joints Glue Down Installation Procedure PLEASE NOTE ANY EXCESS GLUE WHICH GETS ONTO THE SURFACE OF THE FLOOR MUST BE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY WITH ADHESIVE REMOVER The steps in glue down method are very similar to the floating installation method The only difference is the application of the glue to the subfloor prior to installation For more detail instruction see the floating installation section above Step 1 Make sure the flooring does not have an attached underlayment Flooring with attached underlayment cannot be glued down Step 2 Read ALL adhesive manufacturers instruction Step 3 Read the Glue Down Installation Tips in Helpful Pointers section Step 4 Spread the glue e Spread the glue from the starting line out in the d
15. r and shade changes from light exposure e Use protective mats beneath rolling chairs and keep furniture casters clean e Keep pets nails trimmed e Remove shoes with cleats spikes or exceptionally pointy heels before walking on the floor Climate Maintenance e Care should be taken to control humidity levels within the 35 55 range Flooring especially hardwood and bamboo dimensions will be affected by varying levels of humidity e Dry Climates A humidifier is recommended to maintain humidity levels Wood stoves and electric heat tend to create very dry conditions during the winter months this also will cause shrinkage in flooring e Humid Wet Climates By using an air conditioner heater or dehumidifier proper humidity levels can be maintained to prevent excessive expansion due to high moisture content Floor Repair e Very light and small surface scratches can be repaired with a staining touch up pen of the appropriate color e Slightly deeper scratches can be repaired by means of colored putty and or stains Fill the scratches with the putty Level with putty knife Wipe off excess putty e Very deep scratches may require the replacement of the planks Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 9 Warranty This flooring product comes with a Home Legend Limited Wear Warranty The warranty applies to original purchaser of the flooring It warrants the original purchaser that the finish surface will not wear through fo
16. r duration of the stated warranty from the date of purchase Please contact our Customer Service Representative by calling our toll free number or send in the warranty registration below for a written copy which provides detail terms of coverage and limitations WARRANTY REGISTRATION UPON RECEIPT OF THIS REGISTRATION FORM AND COPY OF RECEIPT WE WILL SEND YOU A WRITTEN WARRANTY DOCUMENT SEND THE COMPLETED FORM ALONG WITH A COPY OF PROOF OF PURCHASE TO HOME LEGEND LLC WARRANTY REGISTRATION P O BOX 887 ADAIRSVILLE GA 30103 Customer Name Customer Address City State ZIP Code Phone E mail Product Model Number Product Description Date Purchase Retailer Name Retailer Address City State ZIP Code Installer Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 10
17. sition 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 Min 6 stagger from end joint to end joint between rows YES NO NO RANDOM H STAIR STEPS PATTERN PATTERN PATTERN 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 Doc ID 129 Rev 3 Effective 1 20 2014 Page 4 Step 3 Install the First Row Saw off the tongue from the length and width of the first plank Create expansion gap by placing spacers be tween the planks and the walls for expansion Saw off the tongues from only the length of the remaining planks to be installedin the first row Use the angling method to connect and lock the joints between the planks Remember to use the spacer for maintaining expansion gap Th
18. t Test for moisture using reliable moisture meter Perform tests at locations around exterior doorways near foundation walls near walls containing plumbing lines and in the center of the room Measure 20 locations per 1000 square feet Moisture content of subfloor should be less than 14 Plywood or Oriented Strand Board OSB Specifications On truss joist spacing of 16 406mm O C or less the industry standard for single panel subflooring is minimum 5 8 19 32 15 1 mm CD Exposure 1 plywood subfloor panels CD Exposure 1 or 23 32 OSB Exposure 1 subfloor panels 4 x 8 sheets Expansion gap between panels should be 1 8 3 mm If panels are not tongued and grooved and there is not sufficient spacing or is inadequate cut in the required spacing with a circular saw Do not cut in expansion space on joined tongue and groove of panels Particle Board or Fiber Board Only for floating installation Existing Floors Installation over existing floor requires the installer to consider potential issues related to moisture damage adhesive failure and fastener failure Contact the adhesive and fastener manufacturers respectively for their specific instructions recommendations and requirements Acceptable floor coverings include solid hardwood linoleum terrazzo ceramic tile and other moisture sealing floors Unacceptable floor coverings include carpet needle punch felt edge glued linoleum and other moisture absorbing floori
19. t excess shrinkage in flooring due to low humidity levels During the non heating season humidity levels can be maintained by using an air conditioner dehumidifier or by turning on your heating system periodically New Construction or Remodel All work involving water such as pouring basement concrete floors drywall and plasterwork plumbing etc must be completed well in advance of the floor delivery Ensure that the building is enclosed Where building codes allow permanent heating and or air conditioning systems should be operating at least five days preceding installation this will promote proper acclimation if necessary and should be maintained during and after installation If it is not possible for the permanent heating and or air conditioning system to be operating before during and after installation a temporary heating and or dehumidification system that simulate normal living occupied conditions can enable the installation to proceed until the permanent heating and or air conditioning system is fully operational Your job site should have a consistent temperature of 60 F 80 F and relative humidity RH of 35 60 which should be maintained continuously thereafter Basements and Crawl Spaces Concrete slab or ground must be dry The ground in the crawl spaces must be completely covered using 6 mil black polyethylene Crawl space clearance between the earth and underside of joists should be no less than 18 inches and the perimeter vent
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