A D I V I S I O N O F P E L I C A N I N T ’ L
Begin the second row with the cut piece from the first row. (Figure 2) If
the cut piece is shorter than 8" (20cm), do not use it. Instead, begin with
a new board to the left as necessary to align the edges of the end joint of
the first row..
1.
Position the first board in place by angling it up slightly, pushing forward
and interlocking the side tongue. (Figure 3) Slide the board to the left as
necessary to align the edges of the end joint.
2.
Carefully push the board down until the tongue and groove lock
together on the side and ends. (Figure 4)
3.
A slight tap with a tapping block is necessary to complete the interlock.
4.
5. Restrain the movement of the board by inserting a spacer in the
expansion gap at the end of the board.
6. Install the remaining boards and rows in the same manner. (Figures 3 & 4)
7. Cut the last board to size allowing for the required expansion gap. Place
spacers against wall to restrain movement and maintain expansion gap. If
necessary, complete the tight fit by tapping the board into place with a pull
bar.
8. Whenever practical, use cut pieces from previous rows as the starter
board to reduce waste.
9. Maintain 8” spacing between end joints after the first four rows for best
appearance.
Continually check for gaps between boards before moving on to the next.
Metropolitan Collection XL
Installation Instructions
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