Instructions and Warranty
THESE GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE PROVIDED AS GUIDELINES ONLY. THE INSTALLER/OWNER SHOULD REVIEW AND INSTALL ALL WOOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS SET BY THE NATIONAL WOOD FLOORING ASSOCIATION.
Hardwood flooring is a product of nature and therefore; not perfect. We start with all wood being manufactured in accordance with industry standards, which permit a defect tolerance not to exceed 5% determined within its grade. The defects maybe of a manufacturing, milling or natural type.
INSTALLER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
. It is the responsibility of the installer/owner to make final inspection of any product prior to
Installation. Carefully examine flooring for grade, milling and quality before installing.
If flooring is not acceptable in grade, milling or manufacturing do not install and contact the seller
Immediately. Flooring that is laid and later found or decided by installer/owner not to be what
was ordered, will not be replaced or any monies reimbursed.
. Prior to installation of any hardwood flooring product, the installer/owner must determine that
the job-site environment and the sub-surfaces involved meet or exceed all standards and
recommendations of the construction and materials industries. The manufacturer declines
any responsibility for job failure resulting from or associated with sub-surface or job-site
environment deficiencies.
. Should an individual piece be doubtful as to grade, manufacture or milling, the installer
should not use the piece. If he does, seller’s liability is limited to replacing the defective material
above the 5% allowable defect limit (not the labor cost involved). Use of stain, filler or putty stick
for defect correction during installation should be accepted as normal procedure.
JOB-SITE INSPECTION
. Check the job-site before delivery. Be sure the flooring will not be exposed to excessive periods of
high humidity or moisture. The surface grade or slope should direct water away from the building.
. Do not install below the outside soil line. Flooring should not be delivered until the building has been
closed in and cement work, plastering, painting and other materials are complete and dry. Concrete
and plaster should be 60-90 days old. Check all spaces under your home to be sure they are dry and
well vented to avoid damage caused by moisture.
. Flooring should be at the job-site at least 72 hours prior to installation. This will allow the flooring to
acclimate to room conditions. If the job site is satisfactory, have the flooring delivered broken
up into small lots and stored in the room where it is to be installed.
. The installation site should have consistent room temperature of 60-70 degree F for a minimum of 5
days prior and always after the installation of any hardwood flooring product.
PREPARING SUBFLOOR & JOB-SITE
.
CLEAN- Sub floor must be scraped and sanded, broom cleaned, free of wax, grease, paint, oil and
other debris. Sub floor must be smooth.
. PLYWOOD- Do not install over particle or chipboard. Sub floor should be constructed of 5/8” or
thicker plywood (3/4 “plywood is recommended). When installing directly over old wood or
boards, sand any high spots, re-nail old floor to eliminate squeaks or loose boards.
. STRUCTURALLY SOUND- Nail or screw any loose areas that squeak. Replace any water damage sub
flooring or underlayment.
. DRY- Check moisture of sub floor. Moisture content of sub floor should not exceed more than 13%
on a wood moisture meter. IF MOISTURE IS PRESENT CONTACT A PROFESSIONAL HARDWOOD
FLOORING INSTALLER TO INSTALL A MOISTURE BARRIER SYSTEM. For homes without a basement,
install a ground cover in all crawl spaces. Overlap plastic and tape seams. In a climate with extreme
humidity, in areas with excessive soil moisture, consider including expansion within the floor. This is
done by using steel washers or putty knives as spacers.
Please Note: We accept no responsibility or liability for any material once it has been installed. If there is any question regarding fit or any obvious defects, DO NOT INSTALL! Installation acknowledges acceptance of the material. Our warranty does not include Labor!
In the unlikely event you should have any problems with your floor inside of this warranty, please contact the retailer where you purchased the floor. Claims must be filed in writing within the warranty coverage period along with information verifying date of purchase, where purchased, name and type of floor will be required. If the claim is proven and covered under this warranty, then the repair is at the sole option of Monticello Flooring and Lumber Co. to the original purchaser, to replace the portion, AT NO COST TO YOU, with the same product or another product of equal value.
If you feel you need further information on installing or the care of your floor, please contact your retailer for more information.
MANUFACTURER: Monticello Flooring & Lumber Co., Inc. – Monticello, Ky.
THESE GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ARE PROVIDED AS GUIDELINES ONLY. THE INSTALLER/OWNER SHOULD REVIEW AND INSTALL ALL WOOD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARDS SET BY THE NATIONAL WOOD FLOORING ASSOCIATION.
Hardwood flooring is a product of nature and therefore; not perfect. We start with all wood being manufactured in accordance with industry standards, which permit a defect tolerance not to exceed 5% determined within its grade. The defects maybe of a manufacturing, milling or natural type.
INSTALLER/OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
. It is the responsibility of the installer/owner to make final inspection of any product prior to
Installation. Carefully examine flooring for grade, milling and quality before installing.
If flooring is not acceptable in grade, milling or manufacturing do not install and contact the seller
Immediately. Flooring that is laid and later found or decided by installer/owner not to be what
was ordered, will not be replaced or any monies reimbursed.
. Prior to installation of any hardwood flooring product, the installer/owner must determine that
the job-site environment and the sub-surfaces involved meet or exceed all standards and
recommendations of the construction and materials industries. The manufacturer declines
any responsibility for job failure resulting from or associated with sub-surface or job-site
environment deficiencies.
. Should an individual piece be doubtful as to grade, manufacture or milling, the installer
should not use the piece. If he does, seller’s liability is limited to replacing the defective material
above the 5% allowable defect limit (not the labor cost involved). Use of stain, filler or putty stick
for defect correction during installation should be accepted as normal procedure.
JOB-SITE INSPECTION
. Check the job-site before delivery. Be sure the flooring will not be exposed to excessive periods of
high humidity or moisture. The surface grade or slope should direct water away from the building.
. Do not install below the outside soil line. Flooring should not be delivered until the building has been
closed in and cement work, plastering, painting and other materials are complete and dry. Concrete
and plaster should be 60-90 days old. Check all spaces under your home to be sure they are dry and
well vented to avoid damage caused by moisture.
. Flooring should be at the job-site at least 72 hours prior to installation. This will allow the flooring to
acclimate to room conditions. If the job site is satisfactory, have the flooring delivered broken
up into small lots and stored in the room where it is to be installed.
. The installation site should have consistent room temperature of 60-70 degree F for a minimum of 5
days prior and always after the installation of any hardwood flooring product.
PREPARING SUBFLOOR & JOB-SITE
.
CLEAN- Sub floor must be scraped and sanded, broom cleaned, free of wax, grease, paint, oil and
other debris. Sub floor must be smooth.
. PLYWOOD- Do not install over particle or chipboard. Sub floor should be constructed of 5/8” or
thicker plywood (3/4 “plywood is recommended). When installing directly over old wood or
boards, sand any high spots, re-nail old floor to eliminate squeaks or loose boards.
. STRUCTURALLY SOUND- Nail or screw any loose areas that squeak. Replace any water damage sub
flooring or underlayment.
. DRY- Check moisture of sub floor. Moisture content of sub floor should not exceed more than 13%
on a wood moisture meter. IF MOISTURE IS PRESENT CONTACT A PROFESSIONAL HARDWOOD
FLOORING INSTALLER TO INSTALL A MOISTURE BARRIER SYSTEM. For homes without a basement,
install a ground cover in all crawl spaces. Overlap plastic and tape seams. In a climate with extreme
humidity, in areas with excessive soil moisture, consider including expansion within the floor. This is
done by using steel washers or putty knives as spacers.
Please Note: We accept no responsibility or liability for any material once it has been installed. If there is any question regarding fit or any obvious defects, DO NOT INSTALL! Installation acknowledges acceptance of the material. Our warranty does not include Labor!
In the unlikely event you should have any problems with your floor inside of this warranty, please contact the retailer where you purchased the floor. Claims must be filed in writing within the warranty coverage period along with information verifying date of purchase, where purchased, name and type of floor will be required. If the claim is proven and covered under this warranty, then the repair is at the sole option of Monticello Flooring and Lumber Co. to the original purchaser, to replace the portion, AT NO COST TO YOU, with the same product or another product of equal value.
If you feel you need further information on installing or the care of your floor, please contact your retailer for more information.
MANUFACTURER: Monticello Flooring & Lumber Co., Inc. – Monticello, Ky.
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