Shaw Floors Exquisite Waterproof Hardwood Floorte Installation Guide
- June 5, 2024
- Shaw Floors
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Shaw Floors Exquisite Waterproof Hardwood Floorte
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU BEGIN
It is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT that you read and understand this information
completely prior to starting, since improper
installation can void the warranties.
INSTALLER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
Carefully inspect ALL material prior to installation for defects. Materials installed with visible defects are not covered under warranty. Remember – Wood is a natural product that can vary in color, grain, and contains natural characteristics that varies from plank to plank and is to be expected. We do not warrant against these natural variations from plank to plank or variations from sample to plank. Remember – If you are not satisfied with the flooring prior to installation, contact your dealer – DO NOT INSTALL the flooring. Accepting or rejecting the material must be done on full shipment of quantities only, not carton by carton or plank by plank. Material is manufactured to exceed industry standards (ANSI/HPVA EF 2009).
- We urge you, as the nal inspector to inspect for proper color, nish, style, and quality PRIOR to installation. Verify that the flooring is the correct material. Care should be taken at this time to remove or repair particular characteristics you do not desire. Manufacturer declines
- responsibility for any costs incurred when plank(s) with visible defects have been installed.
- The use of stain, ller, or putty stick for the correction of minor defects during installation should be accepted as normal procedure.
- 5% cutting allowance, depending on layout, must be added to the actual square footage amount needed. (Diagonal, herringbone, or bordered installations will require a higher percentage)
Tools and Equipment Needed:
CAUTION: WOOD DUST
The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified wood dust as a
nasal carcinogen. The sawing, sanding, and/or machining of wood products can
produce wood dust that can cause respiratory, eye, and skin irritations.
Equipment should be equipped with a dust collector to reduce airborne wood
dust. Wear an appropriate NIOSH designated dust mask to reduce exposure to
airborne wood dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. In case of irritation,
ush eyes or skin with water for at least 15 minutes. In cases of severe
irritation; seek immediate medical attention. For further technical or
installation questions or to request a Product Specification Data Sheet
contact the manufacturer. 1- 800- 441-7429
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 p65warnings.ca.gov/products/wood-
dust
PRE INSTALLATION & JOBSITE CONDITIONS
It is the installer/ owners’ responsibility to ensure that the jobsite
conditions and jobsite subfloor are environmentally and structurally
acceptable prior to the installation of any hardwood flooring. The
manufacturer declines any responsibility for
failures or deficiencies of hardwood flooring resulting from or related to
subfloor, sub-surface, or job-site environmental
conditions. All substrates must be clean, at, dry, and structurally sound.
- Sub floors must be clean and free of dirt, curing compounds, sealers, drywall mud, paint, wax, grease, urethane, or other materials that may affect the integrity of the flooring material or adhesives used to install the flooring.
Install cabinets prior to flooring to prevent damage to the flooring. Shaw is not responsible for removal of cabinets in the event of a claim.
For reference purposes only if printed or downloaded
References
- The domain name OORS.COM.
- p65warnings.ca.gov/products/wood-dust
- p65warnings.ca.gov/products/wood-dust
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