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GeoWood
®
Flooring Installation Guide
Installation
Installing the Final Row:
1. The last row may need to be cut lengthwise (ripped). Make sure ripped piece is at least 2 inches in width.
2. Place the last row of boards to be fit on top of the last row of installed boards. Use a piece of plank or tile as a scribe to
trace the contour of the wall.
3. Mark where the board will be cut. If the fit of the wall is simple and straight, simply measure for the correct fit and cut.
4. After boards are cut, position boards and tap all joints (long AND short ends) with the rubber mallet.
After Install/Floor Care Maintenance:
• For Cleaning, we recommend dry or damp mopping as needed using Bona Professional cleaner or similar.
• Do not use anything abrasive or harsh chemicals to clean the floor. Never use any of the following products on your
floor: ammonia-based cleaners, mineral spirits, acrylic finishes, wax-based products, detergents, bleach, polishes, oil
soap, abrasive cleaning soaps, acidic materials such as vinegar.
• Never apply wax treatments or top coats to the floor.
• Do not drag furniture across the floor, use felt pads on chair and furniture legs.
• Keep pet’s nails trimmed to avoid excess scratching.
• Sweep or vacuum the floor regularly to remove loose dirt. Do NOT use vacuums that use a beater bar or turn beater bar
off.
• Place quality walk-off mats at all entrances to retain tracked in dirt, grit and moisture, never use latex or rubber backed
mats as they can permanently stain the floor.
• Area rugs are also recommended in front of kitchen sinks and in high traffic areas.
• Although the Cali GeoWood Flooring is water resistant, it is still a best practice to avoid excessive moisture on the floor.
Therefore, we recommend soaking up spills immediately using a dry towel or dry mop.
• Limit direct sunlight on floor by using curtains and blinds in areas that are exposed to high UV rays.
• Heating units or non-insulated ductwork close to the flooring or subfloor may cause “hot spots” which must be
eliminated prior to installation.
• Heavy furniture (500+ lbs.) may obstruct the free, natural movement of a floated floor. Restricting this movement in
certain areas can lead to problems such as buckling or separation when the floor experiences natural expansion and/or
contraction.
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Next Steps:
1. Installing the second plank of the first row requires engaging the butt ends together. Please note the plank is not yet
“locked” in place.
2. Install the second plank of the second row. Position the long side of the plank with the tongue side, fully engage into the
receiver of the first row of product. Lower the plank to the floor insuring that the end joint is overlapping and perfectly
aligned, with firm pressure; push the end joint downward till the end of the plank snaps in place.
3. Continue the installation by repeating step 2. It is important to make sure that the first three rows are straight and
square as they can affect the entire installation.
4. Cut the final board in each row to proper length and install. If cut pieces are at least 8 inches in length, they can be
used as starter pieces in another row. Caution when doing this make sure to not create a repeating pattern
5. Once the first three rows have been completed you can continue the install one row at a time.
