PBS NZ Black Oak SPC Flooring Installation Guide

**PBS NZ Black Oak SPC Flooring Installation Guide

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This site guide is provided for the installation of PBS SPC Flooring.

Product Description

PBS SPC Flooring is a Stone Plastic Core Laminate Flooring that uses an interlocking composite board system.
The product is suitable for residential and commercial flooring.

• The flooring is 1220mm long x 180mm wide x 5mm thick with a 1.5mm foam pad base.
• The flooring is an interlocking composite board system.
• The flooring comes in a large range of finishes.
• PBS SPC Flooring has a timber look front with a foam backing.

Product Care

• The flooring is packed in Cardboard boxes. Once on site, store indoors.

• PBS products must be transported and handled with care to avoid damage.

• PBS products must be left boxed until use.

• Please inspect and approve all products before installation.

• SPC woodgrain styles are designed to mimic natural grains, therefore some colour/grain pattern variations will occur.
  Please open the box and lay each plank in the same order as it is the best way to utilise the pattern variation.

• Products are intended for interior installations with temperatures ranging between 10°C to 35°C.

• Do not install PBS SPC Flooring over carpet or in sunrooms, solariums, saunas, seasonal porches, camping trailers, boats, or RV’s.

Installation

• PBS SPC Flooring can be installed by DIY installer or professional.

• Installation is to be in accordance with these instructions.

• The following tools are required to install PBS SPC Flooring:

  • Utility Knife
  • Tape Measure
  • Square
  • Soft Faced Hammer
  • Spacers
  • Tapping Block

• Inspect all planks for visible defects and damage before and during installation.

• Do not install damaged planks. We will not accept responsibility for claims on flooring installed with obvious defects.

• During installation inspect the groove area of the plank and remove any debris that may prevent proper assembly of planks.

• Start laying planks from the left side of the starting wall and work to the right side. The tongue side of the plank should face the starting wall and the groove side should face outwards.

• Place (8mm) spacers between the short and long side of the planks and the wall. Always position on spacer between the wall and where the planks and join meet (See D2 & D3 below)

• The end joints of the planks in the first row are assembled by inserting the tongue side into the groove side of the previous plank at a low angle. Gradually lower the plank down flat until the end joint closes ensuring that the planks are perfectly aligned. If necessarily, use a tapping block and gently tap in the ends to lock in the end joints. Install remaining full planks in the first row. (see D1 below).

• The last plank in the first row will need to be cut. Measure the distance between the wall and the surface of the last full plank. Subtract 8mm from this measurement to allow for the spacer. If this measurement is less than 200mm the length of the first plank in the row must be cut. This will allow for a longer plank at the end of the row. The first and last plank in each row must be at least 200mm in length.

• Planks are cut using a sharp utility knife and straight edge/carpenter’s square. Score the surface of the plank with a utility knife and then snap the plank at the score line. (see D4 below)

• The remaining piece cut off from the last plank in the first row may serve as the first plank in the second row provided it is at least 200mm long (see D5 below). Always stagger end joints from row to row a minimum of 200mm.

• Install the long side of the first plank of the second row.
  Remember to place a 8mm spacer between the wall and the short side of the plank. Insert tongue side into the groove side of the previous row at a low angle and lower flat to the substrate (see D5 below).

• Install the second plank in the second row. Position the long side of the plank with the tongue side overlapping the groove of the planks in the previous row approximately 3mm.

• Angle the end joint into the previous plank. Angle the plank up and gently push forward until the plank locks into the previous row. Continue installing remaining planks into the second row. It is important to make sure that the first two rows are straight and square as they can affect the entire installation.

• The last board in each row should be cut to fit the end of the row, while still maintaining the 8mm expansion gap at the wall (see D6 & D7 below). Here’s how:

  • Flip the board over (placing the groove to your left) .
  • Measure the board to the size of the gap in the row.
  • Mark and cut the board using a mitre or table saw.
  • Flip the board over and it will be ready to insert and be tapped into place.
  • You may use the remaining piece to begin the next row.
  • Use a pull bar to lock in the last plank in any row and in the last row of flooring being installed in the room.

• Continue working from left to right row by row. Be sure to maintain 8mm space around all walls and vertical objects and maintain a random appearance. Offset end joints a minimum of 200mm).

• After all planks have been installed, remove spacers from the perimeter of the room. Install any transition mouldings.
  Do not fasten any mouldings through the flooring.

• Predrill and install the quarter round or skirting. Skirting must be sufficient size to cover the 8mm gap.

• Do not fasten mouldings through the flooring. Fasten into the wall.

• Use a cover sheet to cover and protect the top of the flooring when moving heavy furniture or appliances into position.

• Use proper floor protectors under the legs of the furniture.

• Post installation temperature MUST be maintained between 10-35°C (flooring temperature).

• Relative humidity must be maintained between 40% and 70%.

Limitations on Use

PBS SPC Flooring must not be used in bathrooms and showers.

HOW TO ASSEMBLE TONGUE AND GROOVE PLANKS Groove -Tongue

Note: Diagram is for illustration purposes only. The actual design of the tongue and groove of your floor may be different.
D : 1
A : Insert tongue side into groove at a low (approx. 20°) angle.
B : Gradually lower until flat, while applying forward pressure. **

D : 2

D : 3

D : 4

D : 5

D : 6

D : 7

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References

• PBS NZ Ltd Building Supplies – PBS NZ Limited

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