Hybrid RDcore 7mm Installation Guide

Hybrid RDcore 7mm Flooring Installation Guide

• Please read the following installation guide to help you with your flooring installation.

• This guide is general in nature. It is not specific to you, your location or site conditions.

• This guide covers installation of several different products with Valinge 5G click.

• Please remember that this is a guide only and is intended to assist in the installation of this product.

• Please remember that it is not possible to cover all possibilities, site conditions, site requirements.

• If you are unsure or require assistance please contact a professional / licensed installer with relevant installation experience.

Floor Preparation Guide:

• Ensure the floor is clean and clear.

• Ensure the floor is firm and stable.

• Ensure that the floor is flat, 3mm across 3m is usually acceptable.

• Apply a suitable moisture barrier that is appropriate to the site conditions (if needed).

Pre-Installation:

• Inspect the product. Make sure the product is in good condition.

• Defective product should be removed and not installed. Notify the seller of any defective product immediately.

• Some planks with small damage may be used in ‘off-cut positions’ where full planks are not required.

• Once the product has been installed it is deemed that the product has been accepted by the purchaser / owner.

Stair Installation:

• When installing this product on stairs, the installation must be as ‘direct stick’ or ‘glue down’. The flooring must be glued to the step and the riser.

• Underlay cannot be used. We recommend the use of professional / licenced installers because there are many considerations in this installation process.

Expansion Gaps:

• We recommend a 1mm or 2mm gap around the perimeter.

Cutting of Aquis 7mm SPC Flooring:

• You can use the ‘score and snap’ method for short and long side.

• You can use a hand saw, drop saw, jig saw, table / bench saw.

Please note:

• It is the sole responsibility of the product owner to determine if the appropriate steps have been taken in the preparation of the floor / surface prior to installation.

• It is the sole responsibility of the product owner to determine if the site environmental conditions are suitable for the product purchased.

• It is the sole responsibility of the product owner to inspect the product and determine if the product is in good condition.

• Once the product has been installed it is deemed that the product has been accepted by the product owner.

• Claims made for labour costs or any other costs associated with the replacement of boards after they have been installed will not be accepted.

• This range is warranted for indoor use only and can be used in kitchens and living areas. It is not not suitable to use in areas such as balconies or outdoor areas.

• This range is not suitable for use in bathrooms, shower cubicles, laundries or toilets.

Tips

• Always use felt tip protectors on all furniture legs/feet, and regularly clean any gathered dirt/grit from the pads.

• Avoid bringing dirt, water and sand indoors by providing a suitable floor mat at the door.

• Keep floors clean.

• Vacuum the floor (be careful to avoid scratching the floor with vacuum head).

• Use a moist mop with low alkaline cleaners.

• Never use a steam mop.

• Never use floor polish or floor cleaning wax, oil soaps, etc. These products can damage and/or leave a film on the flooring.

• Use (office) chairs and seats with soft wheels that are suitable for a hybrid floor and / or use a suitable desk mat.

• Entryway/walk off mats are recommended

• Don’t drag furniture (lift and relocate in a safe way).

• Keep pet nails trimmed.

• Sharp shoe-heels (e.g. high-heels) may dent the floors. Enjoy your floor.

Last updated: 17/08/2023

Please read entire guide carefully before you begin your installation. Improper installation will void the warranty.

5G is the very best click technology that will ensure easy and secure installation for the DIY and professional installer. Valinge 5G Fold Down single action installation method is globally recognised and used around the world. The boards are locked on the long side with a traditional angling method. The 5G locking systems enable fast and secure installation by vertical snap without the need for any tools.

General installation instructions

First plank, first row

Place a spacer with predicted thickness to the left and position the panel against the wall. Later, after 3 rows, you can easily position the flooring against the front wall with predicted spacers.

Second plank, first row Place this panel gently close to the short end of the first one.

Second row

First plank min length 400 mm. Put a spacer against the left wall.

When folding down it is important to start from the corner closest to the previous row, folding down towards the center, and continue towards the opposite long side. During the fold down, make sure the panels are close to each other.

Afterwards press slightly along the short end just installed.

Staggered joint distance i.e. minimum distance between short ends of panels in parallel rows shall not be less than the given length.

Second plank second row

Place the panel gently and close to the short end of the previous panel and fold it down in a single action movement. After 2-3 rows Adjust the distance to the front wall by placing spacers.

At the end of the first row, put a spacer to the wall and measure the length of the last plank to fit.

Last row (and perhaps also first row)

Minimum width 50 mm. Place a spacer to the wall before measuring. Make a simple drawing tool (piece of wood with a hole) and mark the panel along the wall. Cut the panels lengthwise including the flexible tongues.

Installation around radiator/heating pipes

1 Drill holes two times larger than the diameter of the pipes. Remove a piece of the panel with a utility knife. Put the panel on one side of the pipes and the removed piece on the other side.

When angling is not possible

Remove the vertical locking part of the strip with a chisel, put applicable glue on the strip and push the planks horizontally together. Place some spacers between last board and the wall.

Dismantling panels

Separate the whole row by carefully lifting up and release the whole row. Fold up the row and release the whole long side.

Disassemble the panels by sliding the short ends horizontally. Never fold up a panel, as this damage the profile.

Hybrid RDcore 7mm Flooring Installation Guide

Care and Maintenance Guide

This document should be read in conjunction with our warranty document and our installation guide. Our warranty requires that proper cleaning and maintenance procedures be carried out during the lifetime of the product. Improper or inadequate cleaning and maintenance procedure will void related parts of the product warranty. The product warranty will become void if there are any visible signs of product abuse.

Please read this document carefully. Please make sure you understand the recommended procedures outlined in this document. If you do not understand any part of this document please ask for help from your seller or a suitably qualified and experienced installer.

Please use this guide to help keep your floor looking great for many years.

General site maintenance:

• Limit the exposure to harmful UV light. Use blinds, window dressing, window tint or other to minimise the harmful effect of prolonged UV light on your floor.

• Limit the exposure to excessive heat. Use air conditioners and or humidifiers to minimise the harmful effect of prolonged excessive heat on your floor.

• Keep room temperature range at 15 degrees Celsius – 25 degrees Celsius.

• Keep room humidity at an approximate range of 35%50%.

• Keep spare planks (if possible) to replace damaged flooring.

Cleaning:

• Always keep the floor as clean as possible.

• Remove spill immediately with an absorbent cloth or similar.

• Remove surface dirt and dust regularly using a vacuum cleaner with soft bristle head or sweep with a soft bristle broom.

• We recommend the use of a moist mop (or static mop).

• Do not use a wet mop.

• Do not use a steam mop.

• Use low alkaline cleaners. We recommend suitable BONA floor care products.

• Do not use ammonia or bleach.

• Do not use any product that may scratch the surface (steel wool or other).

• Do not use product that may dull the surface of the flooring.

• Scuff marks and stubborn stains may be removed by lightly rubbing with a cloth.

• Harsh fluids can also stain your flooring; products such as (but not limited to) dry cleaning fluids, lacquer, paint, nail polish, wood stains, varnish.

Cleaning:

• Clean frequently.

• Do not slide furniture or equipment on the floor.

• Use safe lifting methods to move furniture.

• Provide floor protectors under all furniture or equipment legs.

• Provide floor protectors under chair castors and products with rubber feet.

• Make sure the floor protectors are big enough to provide adequate protection to the floor.

• Replace the floor protectors periodically and make sure they are free of dirt or grit.

• Do not use wax or polish on the flooring.

• Avoid pet paws causing damage to the flooring. Keep pets’ claws suitably trimmed.

• Rugs or mats may cause the floor to appear different due to limitation of UV exposure and room conditions.

• Rugs or mats on the floor may scratch the surface or leave colour stains.

• Use mats or rugs in high traffic areas to minimise the wear on the floor.

• Debris stuck to the bottom of shoes can scratch the flooring.

• Avoid damage caused by high heel shoes and work boots.

• Use mats at entry points and encourage people to clean or remove their shoes before entry.

Disclaimer:

This document (care and maintenance guide) is general in nature. We have used all reasonable endeavours to provide you guidance to maintain your flooring. We will not accept responsibility for any inaccuracies in the information provided in this document. We will not accept responsibility for any omissions in the information provided in this document. We will not accept responsibility for any misunderstanding of information provided in this document. We will not accept responsibility for any information or assurances given by the seller or installer.

Last updated: 17/08/2023

Hybrid RDcore 7mm Flooring Installation Guide

IMPORTANT

Before you open any boxes:

• Make sure you have received the product you ordered.

• Make sure the colour is correct.

• Do not open boxes if you are not sure if you have received the product you have ordered.

Visible damage:

• Take pictures of any damaged boxes / product.

• Take note of delivery date and time.

• Take note of product condition at time of delivery.

• Do not open boxes with visible damage.

• Report (in writing) any visible damage to the seller immediately.

Storing boxes:

• Boxes must be stored on a flat, level and smooth surface.

• Boxes must be stored in a dry location.

• Boxes must be stored in a consistent temperature between 10 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius.

• Boxes must not be stored in direct sunlight.

Important and helpful information:

• Please read our helpful installation guide.

• Additional documents (warranty, maintenance and cleaning guide and relevant testing) are available upon request from the seller.

We recommend:

• We recommend that the person performing the installation has suitable qualifications and relevant experience to install this flooring.

• If you are not 100% sure or if you are not suitably qualified or if you don’t have the relevant experience then please don’t do the installation