ENCORE CAPE POINT

Installation Guidelines

• For best results, make sure to always work from 2 to 3 cartons at a time, mixing the planks during the installation
• Acclimate product for 48 hours.
• Room temperature and humidity of installation area should be consistent with normal, year-round living conditions for at least one week before installation of flooring.
• Wood Subfloor – Inspect your subfloor before you begin, level to 1/8″ within 4′
• Wood Subfloor – If not level, sand down high spots and fill low spots with Portland Based leveling patch.
• Concrete Subfloor – Floors must be fully cured, at least 60 days old
• Concrete substrates must be flat within 3/16″ within a 10′ radius.
• Don’t install over; hardwood flooring, carpet, cushion-backed vinyl flooring or any type of floating flooring.
• Ensure to leave 3/8 – 1/2″ gap between walls and fixtures such as pipes and pillars, stairs, etc.
• The end joints of the planks should be staggered a minimum of 8″ apart.
• Avoid installing pieces shorter than 8″ at beginning or end of rows.
• Do Not install your kitchen cabinets directly over your floor.

Please note these are just some important take away and the installer should take the time to read the instructions in depth that come with the product!