The width of the first row of planks should be approximately the same width as the last row. Measure across the room and divide by the width of the plank to see how many full width planks will be used and what size width will be needed for the last row. If desired, cut the first row plank to a shorter width to make it more symmetrical to eh last row.

Figure 1

After thoroughly cleaning the subfloor, you should begin laying from left to right. Place the floorboard 1/4 from the left wall. Use spacers between the wall and the floorboard.

Figure 2

Insert the end section of the next floorboard at an angle to the first one, then lay down. Complete the first row in the same manner.

Figure 3

At the end of the first row, leave an expansion gap of 1/4 to the wall and measure the length of the last plank to fit.

Figure 4

To cut the plank, use a simple utility knife and ruler, and with the top side facing up, cut heavily and several times on the same axis. The knife will not go through the surface but make a deep cut. You can then lift one half of the plank using your other hand to hold down the second placing it very close to the cut. The plank will split naturally.

Figure 5

Start the second row with the leftover cut part of the last plank of the previous row. This small plank should measure at least 12”. Otherwise, use another plank that should be cut in two. The end joints of each adjoining row should not be closer than 8” to each other.

Figure 6

Lock the short end of the floorboard by inserting the tongue into the groove at an angle and dropping it into place.

IMPORTANT: Make sure it is tightly locked with no gap.Then slide the floorboard towards the previously installed row until the tongue just touches the groove.

Figure 7

Lift both the current as well as the previous plank from this row. Position the board so that the long side of the board is close to the boards in the previous row and overlapping the groove of the boards in the previous row.

Figure 8

Angle up and push forwards until the boards lock together. Install the next planks as per instructions for the second row.

Figure 9

After finishing installation of the row, use scrap pieces and a small hammer or rubber mallet to gently tap the planks into the click of the previous row to make sure they are tightly clicked together and make sure there is no gap between the long side of the planks installed.

ANY GAPPING CAN COMPROMISE THE WHOLE INSTALLATION.

Figure 10

After 2-3 rows, adjust the distance to the front wall by leaving an expansion gap of 1/4. Always ensure that the end joints are staggered at least 8, both when in the same row as when from one row to the next one.

Figure 11

To lay the last row, position a loose board exactly on top of the last row laid. Place another board on top, with the tongue side touching the wall. Draw a line along the edge of this board to mark the first board. Cut along the edge of this line to obtain of the required width. Insert this cut board against the wall. The last row should be at least 2 wide. The spacers can then be removed.