Cork floorings may be installed directly on any level concrete substrate, directly overmost previously installed floors, except carpeting or some surfaces of ceramic tile. Cork decorative floorings are high quality, natural materials and should be handled accordingly.

Instruction

1. Before laying the floor ensure there is less than 3mm/lineal meter sub floor variation. If there is any moisture present, lay 100um of plastic sheet with taped 500mm overlap.

2. Cut the doorframes at the bottom to allow the floor to be placed under them.

3. When laying the panels, be sure to leave 8-10mm between the panels and the wall.

4. Begin each new row with a complete panel.

5. Begin placing the panels so that the (female) side with the groove faces the wall.

6. Cut the last panel of the first row and place the cut-off piece at the beginning of the second row. Make sure that the groove and tongue are facing each other.

7. Apply glue evenly to the groove along the full length and width of each panel.Fit the panels by hand and adjust them by using a piece of wood and a hammer or mallet.

8. Never hammer directly on the panel.Remove any excess glue with a damp cloth.

9. Continue placing panels as above until you get to the last row.The last row may require the panels to be cut lengthwise to fit the floor.

10. Place the panels that need to be cut on top of the last row placed. Make sure that the (male) tongue is facing the wall. Don't forget to apply the wedges.

11. Mark and cut.After cutting, apply the glue and fit the panel manually, adjusting it with the help of a crowbar.

12. Remove all wedges and apply a 10mm deep skirting board so as to fully cover the space allowed for the dilation of the panels.

Caution

* Cork is a natural wood product and even the coloured cork product will have some shade variations due to the underlying variations of the natural cork. Before starting your project, you should shuffle the tiles to ensure that colour variations are randomly placed throughout the floor area.

* Moisture can cause problems. Be sure there are no water drainage problems and if installing on a concrete subfloor, be sure the moisture in the slab is less than 3#/1000ft in a calcium chloride test.