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To ensure that plank end joints are not too close to each other in adjacent rows, it is best
to rack out 3 to 4 rows as installation proceeds. In general, end-joint staggering row-to-
row should be a minimum of twice the width of the flooring being installed.
As each plank is installed, check for and remove excess adhesive or spills immediately.
Failure to remove excess adhesive or spills from the flooring surface will damage the
factory finish and void the manufacturer warranty.
When wiping up excess adhesive or spills, use a dry or damp soft cloth. Do not use
harsh chemicals, including but not limited to, acetone, paint thinner, mineral spirits,
alcohol, or other cleaning products on the hardwood flooring surface as doing so will
damage the finish and void the manufacturer warranty.
As installation proceeds, cut the last plank in each row allowing for the required expan-
sion space as determined by plank thickness. Use a crow or pull bar to install the last
plank ensuring a tight fit.

IMPORTANT! Adhesive/masking tape applied directly to hardwood floor surface will
damage the factory finish and void the manufacturer warranty.
Once installation is complete, turn the radiant heating system on immediately to achieve
further acclimation of the flooring to the installation site.
Leave expansion space wedges in place for a minimum of 8 hours to allow the adhesive
to fully dry.
Do not allow foot traffic for a minimum of 8 hours and allow a minimum of 24 hours
before heavy furniture is moved onto the hardwood flooring.
Finishing the Job
Remove the expansion spacers from the perimeter. Install or reinstall base and/or
quarter round moldings to cover the expansion space. Install transition pieces such as
reducer strips and T-moldings as needed.
Clean and remove all dirt and debris from your new floor by dry dust mopping. Follow
“Floor Care and Maintenance” instructions to ensure the longevity and lasting beauty of
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your new Provenza Hardwood Floor.
Protection During Construction or Remodeling
If your hardwood flooring is installed while other trades are working at the jobsite, or
afterwards, when doing any kind of remodeling or wall painting, it should be completely
covered by a clean, dry, plain uncoated cardboard or heavy bond paper product.
IMPORTANT! Do not cover Provenza hardwood floors with plastic, red rosin, felt, wax
paper or previously used cardboard. Damage to the factory finish caused by the use of
improper floor covering materials will void the manufacturer warranty.
Before covering the hardwood flooring, it should be cleaned to remove grit, dust and
other abrasive debris and thoroughly dry.
Do not use a wet cloth or wet mopping to remove drywall dust as doing so will create a
pasty residue that will damage the factory finish and void the manufacturer warranty.
When covering the hardwood flooring area, the proper covering material should be
overlapped 4 inches to the adjoining paper, secured with masking tape applied to the
covering material only and then secured at perimeter walls or baseboards to prevent the
covering from moving or shifting, and ensure that the tape itself, construction debris, dry
wall dust and/or wet paint does not penetrate to the flooring below.
IMPORTANT! Adhesive/masking tape applied directly to hardwood floor surface will
damage the factory finish and void the manufacturer warranty.

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