How To Lay Charisma Floors

* Utility Knife

* Scissors

* Tape measure

* Chalk or pencil

* Hammer

* Tapping block or scrap piece of wood

* Gloves

* Safety glasses

* Dust mask

* Knee pads

Materials

* Charisma flooring

* Underlayment (optional)

* Adhesive

* Joint sealant

* Transition strips (if needed)

* Baseboards (if needed)

Procedure

Step 1: Subfloor preparation

Make sure you prepare the subfloor:

* It must be clean and dry

* It should also be level

* Secure any loose subfloor

* If there are significant gaps, use 1/4 inch plywood for underlayment

Step 2: Measure the area

Measure the area where the Charisma flooring will be installed. Allow for extra material for cutting and trimming.

Step 3: Cut the Charisma planks

Cut the Charisma planks to size using a utility knife or scissors. Make sure the cuts are straight and square.

Step 4: Apply the underlayment (optional)

If you are using underlayment, roll it out over the subfloor. Overlap the seams by 6 inches and tape them together.

Step 5: Apply the adhesive

Apply the adhesive to the subfloor using a trowel. Spread the adhesive evenly and avoid creating any lumps or bumps.

Step 6: Install the Charisma planks

Starting in a corner, install the Charisma planks one by one. Press each plank firmly into the adhesive and tap it into place with a hammer and tapping block. Make sure the planks are flush with each other.

Step 7: Repeat the process

Continue to install the Charisma planks, working your way across the room. Stagger the joints between the planks by at least 6 inches.

Step 8: Trim the planks

If necessary, trim the planks to fit around obstacles such as doorways and corners. Use a utility knife or scissors to make the cuts.

Step 9: Seal the joints

Seal the joints between the planks with a joint sealant. This will help to prevent moisture from seeping into the floor and causing damage.

Step 10: Install transition strips (if needed)

If you are installing Charisma flooring in a room that will have different types of flooring, such as carpet or tile, you will need to install transition strips. Transition strips will help to create a smooth transition between the two types of flooring.

Step 11: Install baseboards (if needed)

If you are not installing Charisma flooring in a room with existing baseboards, you will need to install new baseboards. Baseboards will help to cover the expansion gap between the floor and the wall, as well as provide a decorative finish.

Tips

* Plan the layout of the floor before you start cutting and installing the planks. This will help to minimize waste.

* Use chalk or pencil to mark the cutting lines on the planks. This will help to ensure that the cuts are straight and accurate.

* Be sure to press the planks firmly into the adhesive and tap them into place with a hammer and tapping block. This will help to ensure that the planks are properly secured.

* Seal the joints between the planks with a sealant. This will help to prevent moisture from seeping into the floor and causing damage.