MOHAWK HOME 0180_Jan20_5in1 Multi Functional Molding Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
- MOHAWK HOME
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MOHAWK HOME 0180_Jan20_5in1 Multi Functional Molding
4N1 Multifunctional Molding Installation
Product Information
The 4N1 Multifunctional Molding is a versatile tool that can be used for various purposes in floor installation. It can be used to create T-molding, hard surface reducer, end profile, or carpet transition. The molding is designed to provide a perfect finish for any floor.
Product Usage Instructions
- The slitter can be used to cut away one or two pieces of the profile to obtain the desired molding type.
- Always lay the profile horizontally on a stable surface before cutting.
- Place the cutting tool on top of the profile, aligning the blade underneath with the narrow slit in the profile.
- Press down on the cutting tool and slide it gently in the direction of the arrow.
- Remove the piece that needs to be removed.
- If there are any unevenness on the edge of the profile, use the side of the slitter (sandpaper) to smooth it out.
Rail Installation
- The rail can be attached to the ground using screws. Use the pre-drilled holes between the raised legs of the rail. Take caution of any piping in the ground.
- Alternatively, construction adhesive can be used to attach the rail to the subfloor. The rail comes with shims that can be folded over to accommodate different flooring heights.
- Before cutting, make sure to dry fit the molding to ensure that the profile is at the correct height.
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding, or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the state of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
For any further assistance or technical support, please contact Mohawk Home Customer and Technical Services at [email protected] or call 888-459-9220.
The 4N1 molding offers an easy solution for the perfect finishing of your floor. You can use the profile in 4 ways: 1) as an expansion profile/T-molding, 2) an adaptor profile/hard surface reducer, 3) an end profile/square nose, 4) a carpet transition strip
WHY AN EXPANSION GAP?
This floor is primarily made of wood. Because the humidity level in the room
can vary, for example between summer and winter, it is necessary that the
floor has room to expand and contract along all sides. This is why an
expansion gap is needed around the perimeter of the floor.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE SLITTER
CAUTION: Always wear gloves – the edge of the profile and the blade are sharp. Read the instructions carefully before use.
- The slitter can be used to cut away one or two pieces of the profile to obtain a
- molding, hard surface reducer, end profile, or carpet transition.
- When cutting the profile, always lay it horizontally on a stable surface.
- Place the cutting tool on top of the profile, so that the blade underneath fits into the narrow slit in the profile.
- Press down on the cutting tool and slide it gently in the direction of the arrow.
- Take off the piece to be removed. Remove any unevenness on the edge of the profile by again moving the side of the slitter (sandpaper) along the profile.
EXPANSION PROFILE/T-MOLDING
First cut the profile to the correct lengt Use the slitter to cut away piece A and piece B to obtain an expansion profile/ Tmolding.
Note: for easy cutting, cut both lengths before removing the 2 pieces of HDF. While installing the floor, be sure to allow sufficient space between the profile. Remember to take into accounted expansion gap between the raised legs of the rail (in which the profile will be inserted) and the floor. Cut the plastic rail to the correct length and place it in the middle of the open area between the two floor surfaces. The rail can be attached in several ways, see below. Gently press from one side of the rail to the other. Press against the floor.
ADAPTOR PROFILE/HARD
First cut the profile to the correct length. Use the slitter to cut away piece
A to obtain an adaptor profile/reducer. Mark the ground to indicate how far
the edge of the floor will extend. Allow the underlayment to extend to just
before this line; it is better to fit the rail (in which the adaptor
profile/reducer will be clamped) later on top of the subfloor. There must
be a sufficient expansion gap between the raised legs of the rail (in which
the profile will be clamped) and the floor. Attach the plastic rail to the
subfloor with the long lip in the floor direction. Installation details: see
below. Gently press from one side of the rail to the other. Press against the
floor.
END PROFILE / CARPET TRANSITION
First cut the profile to the correct length. Use the slitter to cut away piece
B to obtain an end profile/square nose. When installing against a vertical
surface: cut the plastic rail to the correct length and fit it on top of the
subfloor with the long lip against the vertical surface. The short lip serves
as a spacer.
Rail installatio n: see below. Ensure that there is a sufficient
expansion gap between the floor and the raised legs of the rail in which the
profile will be clamped. Gently press from one side of the rail to the other.
Press against the floor.
Installing against a horizontal surfac e: identical to installing an
adaptor profile/reducer.
RAIL INSTALLATION
- Screws: the rail can be attached to the ground with screws. Use the pre-drilled holes between the raised legs of the rail. Be aware of any piping in the ground.
- Construction Adhesive can also be used to attach the rail to the subfloor. The rail comes with several shims that can be folded over to account for different flooring heights. Make sure to dry fit the molding first to make sure the profile is at the correct height before cutting.
IMPORTANT HEALTH NOTICE FOR MINNESOTA RESIDENTS ONLY: THESE BUILDING
MATERIALS
EMIT FORMALDEHYDE. EYE, NOSE, AND THROAT IRRITATION, HEADACHE, NAUSEA AND A
VARIETY OF ASTHMA-LIKE SYMPTOMS, INCLUDING SHORTNESS OF BREATH, HAVE BEEN
REPORTED
AS A RESULT OF FORMALDEHYDE EXPOSURE. ELDERLY PERSONS AND YOUNG CHILDREN, AS
WELL AS ANYONE WITH A HISTORY OF ASTHMA, ALLERGIES, OR LUNG PROBLEMS, MAY BE
AT GREATER RISK. RESEARCH IS CONTINUING ON THE POSSIBLE LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF
EXPOSURE TO FORMALDEHYDE. REDUCED VENTILATION MAY ALLOW FORMALDEHYDE AND
OTHER CONTAMINANTS TO ACCUMULATE IN THE INDOOR AIR. HIGH INDOOR TEMPERATURES
AND HUMIDITY RAISE FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS. WHEN A HOME IS TO BE LOCATED IN AREAS
SUBJECT TO EXTREME SUMMER TEMPERATURES, AN AIR-CONDITIONING SYSTEM CAN BE USED
TO CONTROL INDOOR TEMPERATURE LEVELS. OTHER MEANS OF CONTROLLED MECHANICAL
VENTILATION CAN BE USED TO REDUCE LEVELS OF FORMALDEHYDE AND OTHER INDOOR AIR
CONTAMINANTS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE HEALTH EFFECTS OF
FORMALDEHYDE, CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR OR CALL LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT.
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the state of California to cause cancer. Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
MOHAWK HOME CUSTOMER AND TECHNICAL SERVICES [email protected] | 888-459-9220