![]() We followed the easy directions from the back of the box, which recommends beginning in a corner and proceeding out from there. None of the patterns are complicated to do. When installing there are several patterns you can make with the multiplanks, so you will need to plan ahead before you begin so that you have an idea of your layout. I liked the varied wood tones of the wood and the different sized planks. ![]() (You can also check out my friend Tara’s choice of Lifeproof floors in the Seasoned Wood finish). My husband really liked the finish on the Lifeproof Multi-Width Walton Oak Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring so that is what we chose. It’s easy and it works! step 4: installing vinyl floors: When you find a squeaky spot, simply drill a drywall screw in the subfloor next to the nail in that area. This is the time to fix those annoying squeaky floorboards. This was the worst part of installing the new floors, you can read about how to remove carpeting here. All of these must be removed prior to installing. When we pulled up the carpets we found staples attached to the wood boards underneath. Plus, it’s extremely durable and features a lifetime residential warranty and a 15-year commercial warranty.By subfloor, I mean whatever was under your existing floors before. NuCore can be installed in areas over six times larger than laminate flooring, without unsightly transition moldings. Remove spacers before installing moldings to cover the expansion gaps.Įnjoy a job well done, and look forward to easy cleanups with your beautiful, 100% waterproof NuCore floor! Measure and cut the last row to fit, then insert the cut planks against the wall. Stagger the planks and continue until you reach the last row, which should be at least 2” wide. Insert the tongue into the groove, tap it into place and gently tap the rows together to eliminate all gaps between any of the long sides. ![]() Start the second row with a leftover plank that’s at least 12” long. To fit the last plank in the row, measure and score with a utility knife, then snap the plank along the cut. Install the next plank at an angle, click it into place and tap the end joints, continuing down the row. Read the instructions carefully and begin by laying the first plank on the left side of the wall, using ¼ inch spacers and leaving a ½ inch expansion gap. NuCore is a floating floor and has a simple click together installation. (Except for extreme temperatures below 50° or above 100° F) Install! The First Row: NuCore doesn’t need time to acclimate*, so you can start using it right out of the box! While NuCore is waterproof, it’s important to ensure that no moisture is present on the subfloor prior to installation. Make sure the subfloor is clean, level and moisture free. NuCore is rigid and installs over most existing floors with no nails, glue or underlayment needed. Also set yourself up with the basics: knee pads, eye protection, a pencil, tape measure, a rubber mallet, and a square layout tool. It’s also available with hypoallergenic cork backing for a quieter, warmer feel.įollow these steps for installation: What Supplies Will I Need?įor a NuCore flooring installation project, you’ll need your choice of NuCore flooring, spacing wedges, and a utility knife. Resistant to mold and mildew, NuCore is perfect for full bathrooms, kitchens, and even basements. Plus, there’s no acclimation stage required for installation, so you can start installing NuCore the second you bring it home! NuCore looks and feels like real hardwood flooring, but it won’t swell when exposed to water. F&D Start to Finish: Install NuCore Flooring
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