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HARDWOOD FLOORING INSTALLATION

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Installing Prefinished Engineered Hardwood Floors

This video covers a step-by-step how to video (with timecodes), as we walk you through the entire wood flooring installation process. In this comprehensive tutorial, we cover everything you need to know, including the tools and materials, jobsite inspection and preparation tips, and expert recommendations for installing engineered wide plank floors, and two proven installation methods. They include the glue down method (recommended), and the glue and nail/staple method.

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FAQs

Does Northern Wide Plank provide installation services?

No, we do not install hardwood floors. Northern Wide Plank is the manufacturer and distributor of our own products. However, for over 30 years we have been working with some of the most talented flooring installers across North America. Please speak with your Northern Wide Plank consultant for more information.

What is the recommended installation method for Northern Wide Plank engineered wide plank hardwood flooring?

The recommended installation method for Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood wide plank flooring is the glue-down method, due to its superior stability. However, Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood flooring can also be installed by the Glue and Nail/Staple method.

Can Northern WIde Plank engineered hardwood floors be installed over radiant heat?

Yes, Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood floors can be installed over radiant heat. Refer to the Northern Wide Plank Installation Over Radiant Heat Guide for more information.

What is the recommended installation method for Northern Wide Plank hardwood floors over radiant heat?

We recommend only using the glue-down method for Northern Wide Plank hardwood floors over radiant heat. Refer to the Northern Wide Plank Installation Over Radiant Heat Guide for more information.

What adhesive should I use to install Northern Wide Plank hardwood flooring?

We recommend using Northern Wide Plank Woodstikk Wood Floor Adhesive. Woodstikk is an odourless solvent, and water free adhesive specifically designed for bonding wooden floors directly onto all common subfloors.

What size notch trowel is recommended for Northern Wide Plank Woodstikk flooring adhesive?

The recommended notch trowel for Northern Wide Plank Woodstikk adhesive is 4.8mm.

How much of an expansion gap is needed for Northern Wide Plank hardwood floors?

NWFA recommends a ⅝” expansion gap for hardwood floors. However, Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood floors only need an ⅛” expansion gap due to the construction of the planks.

For more information, contact a Northern Wide Plank consultant.

Do Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood floors need to acclimate to the room prior to installation?

Yes, your Northern Wide Plank engineered hardwood floors need to acclimate to the room prior to installation. It is recommended to let your hardwood flooring acclimate to the room temperature for at least 72 hours. The room temperature should be maintained between 15-24 degrees C (59-75 degrees F) and humidity of 35-55% RH.

What does “Racking” the floor mean?

“Racking” the floor means cutting or selecting the planks in the order you want to install them, while maintaining a proper distance between end joints.