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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - WOODHAVEN CEILINGS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - WOODHAVEN CEILINGS
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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S 5-in x 84-in x 3/8-in 12.7 cm x 213.36 cm x 9.525 mm 10 planks | 29 sq.ft. IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Open cartons 2-3 days prior to the install and allow material to adjust to the relative humidity in the space where it will be installed. Maintain consistent humidity levels after installation. • For the best ﬁnished appearance, mix planks from multiple cartons while installing. • Ensure proper gaps are maintained around the perimeter of the room and all obstructions. • Ensure the surface is level and planks are able to slide freely within their clips. • This is a ﬂoating ceiling and planks should not be attached directly to trim, molding or walls in a ceiling application. • Never span more than 21-ft without an expansion joint (cove

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WoodHaven Ceiling Plank Installation Instructions ™ We are constantly working to improve our instructions with learnings from customers like you. If you need additional guidance, call our Techline at 1-877-ARMSTRONG (276-7876). Space Considerations – Before You Begin • The system is a ﬂoating system that allows for natural movement of a home. Ensure that the surface is level and planks are able to slide freely within their clips. Unlike lumber, which can twist and warp, this system does not require nails/screws at each edge to stay ﬂat. • Never span more than 21-ft without an expansion...

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GENERAL INSTALLATION In this example, we are installing WoodHaven planks with Easy Up track and clips over unﬁnished drywall. You can also install planks direct to ﬂoor joists or studs, or other existing ceilings, using the same Easy Up tracks. When installing directly to an existing ceiling, ﬁnd joists and mark with chalk line. (photo A) Running perpendicular to the joists, mark where tracks will be placed. Start 2-in from the starting wall. Spacing is 24-in on center or less. (photo B) Ensure that you do not have tracks running directly over light ﬁxture holes or other ceiling...

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Installing WoodHaven Planks Directly to Ceiling Joists with Furring Strips and WoodHaven Clips: ™ LARGE CEILING REQUIREMENT Furring Strip Expansion Joint If your ceiling installation is greater than 21-ft in the length direction of the WoodHaven planks, an expansion joint is required. You will need to plan this detail into the ceiling layout. Expansion joints can be placed more frequently than 21-ft to achieve a balanced visual. A drawing of this detail is shown below. ™ Cut First Border Plank 1. Familiarize yourself with the plank edges and face before you begin cutting your ﬁrst plank....

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(NOT TO SCALE) (NOT TO SCALE) NOTE: A 2-ft x 4-ft system can be converted to a 2-ft x 2-ft system by adding 2-ft cross tees. Determine Your Layout and Size of Your Border Planks. Measure the length of the room, in the direction of your tracks, and opposite the joists, to determine the size of your border planks. Example: Your Room: 1. Total room length Room = 178" _ 6. This is your border Border plank _ plank width width = 4" When starting or ending a WoodHaven Plank installation on 15/16-in suspension system, screw the plank directly to the wall molding. TIP: This should...

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TIP: Another option is to use three ﬁnishing nails as a ledge, located directly under the face of the plank, on which you can rest the plank while you slide the clips into place. Installing WoodHaven Planks Vertically on a Wall Installing the Remaining Planks Lay out the room with staggered seams. In most installations, you should be able to use the leftover cut plank from one row to start the next row, with very little waste. Do not use planks smaller than 26-in to ensure attachment with two clips. Continue installing the plank by connecting the tongue and groove on the long side and end...

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