Bruce Reserve Premium - Manual (Page 25)

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3. Remove the spacer block and spacers.
4. Install the Baby Threshold.
If Installing Using The Track System:
1. Install the Track System FIRST.
2. Install the Track System so that the outside edge of the Track is 3/16" (4.76 mm) away from vertical
surface or adjacent flooring.
3. Install the laminate floor up to the Track System using Armstrong spacers to obtain 1/4" (6.35 mm)
expansion zone.
4. Snap Baby Threshold into the Track System.
Over-The-Top Step Nose
Use where laminate flooring meets a step down or landing. Install using the Track System. Do not use on
individual stair treads. See Section J (Flush Stair Nose Installation for Stain Treads and Risers) for Flush Stair
Nose Installations.
1. Install the Track System FIRST.
2. Install the Track System so that the outside edge of the Track is 5/8" (15.88 mm) away from the edge of
the stepdown.
3. Install the laminate floor up to the Track System using Armstrong spacers to obtain 1/4" (6.35 mm)
expansion zone.
4. Measure and cut step nose to length.
5. Predrill holes in the step nose for finish nails.
6. Adhere the step nose to the subfloor using a high quality, construction
adhesive.
7. Apply a 3/16" (4.76 mm) bead of adhesive in a serpentine pattern to the back
of the step nose (Fig. 28). Carefully read cautions on container and follow the
manufacturer’s recommended instructions on the adhesive label.
8. Snap the step nose into the track and anchor the step nose with finish nails
(Fig. 29).
9. DO NOT USE THE STEP NOSE ON INDIVIDUAL STAIR TREADS.
10. Always make sure to use mechanic (nail) and adhesive (glue) fasteners to
secure step nose.
J. FLUSH STAIR NOSE INSTALLATION FOR STAIR TREADS AND RISERS
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE: The installation of laminate flooring on stairs is a
fully adhered system. Under no circumstances should foam underlayment be
placed on stair steps or risers. This will result in an unsafe condition. Do not use
over-the-top step nose molding on individual stair treads.
Tool List
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Table Saw or Miter Saw
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10" (25.4 cm) 60- or 80-Tooth Carbide-tipped ATB or Triple Chip Saw Blade
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Power Drill
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Hammer
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6d Finish Nails
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Construction Adhesive
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5-Minute Epoxy
Fig. 28
Fig. 29