Calculation of Materials
Calculate floor demand based on the actual area, adding 5% for standard loss or 10-15% for angled installations.
Preparatory Work
1. Surface Preparation:
- Ensure the existing floor is flat and clean (cement, ceramic tile, wood, linen, PVC).
- Necessary tools: art knife, tape measure, pencil, corner ruler, return hook, wedge gasket, rubber hammer, glass glue.
2. Environmental Conditions:
- Use a temperature and humidity metre to check the indoor temperature (13℃ - 32℃) and relative humidity (20% - 70%).
- Test the moisture content of the ground base, ensuring it is below 3.5%.
3. Ground Flatness:
- Verify ground flatness within 2mm over a 2m span. Level with suitable cement if necessary.
- If no moisture treatment is present, lay a waterproof polyethylene film with a 20cm overlap.
4. Ground Preparation:
- Ensure no cross-construction, clean and dust-free ground.
- The ground must be dry, smooth, free from debris, protrusions, sharp objects, and cracks. Repair any damaged areas.
- Ground cement mixed soil strength grade should be at least C20, with surface hardness not less than 2MPA.
Start Installation
1. Mat Formation
Lay the floor along the direction of the light for better visual effects. Inspect each board for damage before installation.
2. Starting the Installation
Begin at a corner, with the tongue side of the board against the wall. Maintain a 10mm expansion gap.
3. Joining Boards
Align the short edge of the next board with the previous one at an angle, press forward and lay flat. Continue this for the first row.
For the last board in the row, cut to fit with a 10mm gap at the wall.
4. Subsequent Rows
Align the tongue edge of the first board in the new row with the groove of the previous row, press forward and lay flat.
Join the short side of the board with the previous one at an angle and fold down. Ensure the boards lock together properly.
5. Adjustments
After installing three rows, adjust the distance to maintain a 10mm gap with the wall. Continue the same process until the floor is complete.
Joining Boards
Insert board B into the groove of board A and lay flat.
Ensure a 2-3mm parallel line spacing between board B and C
Lift boards A and B to a 45-degree angle from the ground.
Push board B flat towards board C until locked.
Press boards A and B down gently with the palm. Do not use excessive force.
Final Adjustments
Ensure the floor is flat and seamless. If uneven or cracked, lift slightly and lock again.
Special Attention Points
1. Expansion Gaps:
- Leave a 10mm expansion gap around walls, pipes, and door frames. For rooms over 100㎡ or 10m in width, expansion gaps are necessary. Ensure a <13mm gap between doors and the floor to avoid friction.
2. Moisture Barrier:
- On cement or ceramic floors, lay a moisture-proof mat.
3. Storage Before Installation:
- Store products in ventilated, dry places. Unpack and acclimate at room temperature for at least 48 hours before installation.
4. Stability:
- Place heavy objects on connections to stabilise during installation.
5. Reserved Heights:
- Account for contact parts between the floor and other ground surfaces, particularly at door frames, corners, and heating covers.
