Floating installation

Floating installation is appropriate for engineered flooring. If you’re looking for a quick, nail-free floor installation, a floating floor is your best option. Unlike traditional solid hardwood installation, a floating floor isn’t nailed down to the subfloor. Instead, the planks are either glued or snapped together and sit atop the subfloor without being directly adhered to it.

Materials Needed

Tite Bond II white waterproof glue or equal
Weight(s)
Measuring tape
Saw
Chisel

Resources

Floating instructions

Things to keep in mind:

Always review the instructions included in your box thoroughly before you start installation.
Lay flooring only after sheetrock and tile work are thoroughly dried and all woodwork and trim have been completed.
To prevent warping and gaps, the flooring needs to sit at least 48 hours in the space to acclimate to the temperature and humidity.
No matter the material of the subfloor, test its moisture content with a moisture meter to confirm that it’s not above 12 percent.
It’s best practice to install your hardwood floorboards parallel to the longest dimension in the room.
Underlay for floating should be foam designed, with a maximum 1/8″ thickness.
Tongue and groove should be glued together using Tite Bond II type white water proof glue or equal. Place glue in groove and tap boards together.
Expansion space should be equal to the thickness of the material at all walls plus any vertical obstructions.
Do not install cabinets or walls on top of a floating floor.