1. Evaluate job-site and sub-floor conditions
2. Read the product installation guide in the carton
3. Crafted Engineered Flooring should be the last items installed when renovating your home
4. Heating system must be operational for at least one week (7 days) at normal residential temperatures (approx 70 °F/ 22 °C)
5. Maintain a relative humidity level in your home of 50% (i.e. between 40%-60%)
6. Use a moisture meter to check the moisture content of the concrete sub-floor (i.e. should not exceed 12% and be within 4% of the wood being installed)
7. By increasing ventilation and turning up the heating system will help dry out sub-floor.
8. Concrete sub-floor must be 60 days old before installing Crafted Engineered Flooring.
9. Wood is a natural product, subject to infinite variations. Flooring is manufactured on high-speed equipment, should a piece be doubtful do not install. Cut it for a wall line, or put in a closet, or do not install. Ask yourself "how is this going to look in the middle of the floor?"
10. If in doubt call a professional

Plywood Sub-Floor Installation Tips

• Crafted Engineered Floors are to be installed with a minimum of 5/8” A.P.A. approved, C.S.P/D.F.P stamped plywood, or 23/32”O.S.B. Underlay Grade PS2-92 rated.
• Sweep and vacuum sub-floors.
• Ensure that old carpets, oils, foreign particles, protruding nails, carpet glues, etc., are removed.
• Repair or replace any damaged or rotted section

Installing Over Radiant Heat

*Special Note about Radiant heat: Maximum water temperature in tubes is 129°F (54°C). The average tube temperature is 104°F (40°C). Maximum concrete temperature is 81°F (28°C). Application for radiant heat can be floating or direct glue down.

Hardwood Floor Nailing Tips

Here are a few tips to make your job easier, should you decide to use a hardwood floor nailer.

1. Prevent any scratches and indentations on the surface of the board by keeping the nailer plate (base) clean, free from nicks and scratches at all times. Also by putting down the nailer on the plywood or on a piece of cardboard, not directly on the prefinished floor.
2. By adopting a standing position while using the manual nailer, you will deploy more strength when you drive the nails in. Nails that are nearly embedded can be driven in place by using the hammer and nail punch.
3. Hold the nailer firmly in place and hit the head with the rubber end of the mallet.
4. Make sure the nailer base is squared and sits well on the edge of the strip to avoid damaging the edges of the strips.
5. Verify regularly the hardwood floor nailer is in working condition to prevent damages to the strips.

• *Pneumatic nailer. Air pressure should be adjusted adequately for each species of hardwood floor being installed and checked regularly (always try it before using).
• *Great attention to detail during fabrication on the part of the Vintage Flooring team ensures exceptional QUALITY in the finished product. Longevity of hardwood floors is directly related to proper installation and lifetime commitment to appropriate care and maintenance.

Moldings used with Hardwood Floors

Wood floors require an expansion space at the wall. Molding is used to cover the expansion area, to hide cut ends, to create height differences, and to accent the floor. Profiles are many and vary through the industry.

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