Clarke FLG 1, FLGE, FLBE, 3608055, 3608000 User guide

PVC FLOOR TILES - 4 PACK

MODEL NO: FLB1, FLG1

PART NO: 3608005, 3608000

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS LS0719 - ISS 1

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE PVC floor tile pack.

Before use, read this manual thoroughly and follow all instructions given.

GUARANTEE

This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of
purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

TOOLS YOU MAY NEED:

• Rubber mallet to interlock tiles - Use the rubber mallet to tap the tiles
together starting from the corners of the tile and working out.

• Tape measure to make sure dimensions are correct

• Utility knife / Hand saw or electric saw such as a circular saw, jig saw,
table saw, etc

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BEFORE YOU LAY YOUR TILES

NOTE: THIS FLOORING IS NOT INTENDED AS A PERMENANT OR FIXED

INSTALLATION AND MUST BE ABLE TO BE REMOVED EASILY IF REQUIRED.

PREPARATION

For best results it is advised to install on a level and clean floor.

CLEAN

Sweep the existing floor to ensure that the surface is clean and free of dust
and dirt.

SURFACE CHECK

We recommend using a self-levelling repair compound in areas where there
are variations in the subfloor surface. If damage is not repaired the floor tiles
may break apart at the edges.

The smoother the subfloor is the more even and resilient your tiled floor will be.

TEMPERATURE

We advise that the tiles are laid in areas that have an ambient temperature
between 16°C-24°C

• (Let the tiles acclimatise for at least 24-48 hours before laying).

SUNLIGHT

Direct sunlight can cause damage to the tiles, especially during the summer
months. When used in garages we suggest that the garage door is kept
closed to minimise sunlight exposure.

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LAYING THE TILES (E.G. IN A GARAGE)

WARNING: DO NOT WALK ON TILES THAT ARE NOT INTERLOCKED
TOGETHER AS THEY CAN BE A DANGEROUS SLIPPING AND TRIPPING
HAZARD.

1. Stand inside your garage facing the door opening.

2. Place your first tile in the top left hand corner.

• Flat side up.

• Leave a 1/4” expansion gap between the tile and walls.

3. Lay a second tile along side the
first making sure they interlock
securely as shown.

• Use a rubber mallet if required

to help.

4. Continue with your first row until
the right wall is reached.

5. Return to the left wall and repeat
until you have 3 completed rows.

NOTE: If cutting is necessary, please refer to the cutting recommendation on

page 5.

INSTALLING THE EDGE TILES IN THE DOOR OPENING

6. Following completion of the first three rows, connect the sloping edges to
the first installed row nearest to the door opening.

• Sloped edges are only needed in the doorway.

NOTE: Edge tiles may have to be cut to fit within the door openings.

7. Repeat steps 2-3 until the back wall is reached.

• Be sure to check the alignment of your floor as you progress.

• Cutting of the tiles may be necessary along the back wall to complete

the installation.

FINISHING OFF

The gap between the tiles and walls can be covered with a suitable trim (not
supplied).

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DOORWAYS

In doorways, a sloped edge tile may be used if the tiles are to meet a different
floor covering. If the tiles are to continue through a doorway, no edging is
required.

AFTER COMPLETION OF WORK

For best results leave the area in clean condition by removing all debris and
vacuuming any residual dust.

CUTTING THE TILES

• The tiles can be cut with an hand saw or electric saw such as a circular
saw, jig saw, table saw, etc.

• A fine toothed blade is recommended.

• Refer to the tool manufacturer's safety guidelines.

NOTE: When making your cuts, be sure to position your tile accordingly to

ensure it interlocks with the rest of your flooring.

EDGES AND CORNER PIECES

Additional edges and corner pieces
are available from your CLARKE
dealer and can be fitted in the same
way.

Model NoPart No

PVC EDGE/CORNERS

GREY

PVC EDGE/CORNERS

BLACK

FLGE 3608050

FLBE 3608055

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• Floor tiles can be cleaned and maintained easily using a damp mop,
preferably using a neutral floor cleaning product.

• For best results give the floor a light clean regularly.

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