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Technical Information: SlimTrim

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Technical Information: Moisture Proof Quarter Round & VersaEdge Extra Tall

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Shipping/Lead Time: Flat Rate & Free Shipping Policy

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Shipping/Lead Time: Transit Time

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Quantities

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Price List

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How To Order

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Warranty

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Installation: SlimTrim as a Reducer

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Installation: SlimTrim as a Transition

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Installation: SlimTrim as an End Cap

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Installation: SlimTrim with Optional Dowels

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Installation: SlimTrim on Concrete

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Installation: VersaEdge Extra Tall

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Coordinating Moldings for Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank

SlimTrim

VersaEdge Extra Tall

Functions as a Reducer, T-Molding, & End Cap

Stair Nose

Moisture Proof Quarter Round

Track, Shim, Shrink Wrap, & Label Included

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Technical Information SlimTrim 2”

SlimTrim 1/4”

Functions as a Reducer, T-Molding, & End Cap. Surface Material: High Wear Resistant Aluminum Oxide Laminate Core Material: PVC

13/64”

LVT SOLUTION

Reducer:

Transition:

End Cap:

Up to 1/8” (3mm) 1/8-1/4” (3-6mm)

Up to 1/8” (3mm) 1/8-1/4” (3-6mm)

1/8-1/4” (3-6mm)

Sub Floor SlimTrack

Carpet Tap Down Trim

Shim

OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION NOTE: Optional Dowel Installation does not work on radiant heat floors.

Reducer: Up to 3/4”

Glue to Non-Floating Surface

Transition: Up to 3/4”

Dowel (Sold Separately)

All moldings are 94” long (7’ 10”)

Hard Surface to Carpet We Recommend Using a Carpet Tap Down Trim When Installing SlimTrim on Carpet

Carpet Tap Down Trim

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Technical Information Moisture Proof Quarter Round & VersaEdge Extra Tall Moisture Proof Quarter Round Quarter Rounds are used to conceal the required expansion space between the wall and the vinyl/LVT flooring. Surface Material: Decorative Paper

3/4”

Core Material: Exterior Grade Composite Wood Product 3/4” 2”

VersaEdge Extra Tall The VersaEdge Stair Nose combines style and function to enhance the beauty of a staircase or step. For use on flooring with an overall thickness of up to 0.75” (19 mm). Surface Material: High Wear Resistant Aluminum Oxide Laminate Core Material: Aluminum

“LOCK-DOWN” INSTALL (e.g. Stair Treads)

1.5”

“FLOATING” INSTALL

Used where floating of the floor is not required, as with Stair Tread or Glued-Down/Nailed-Down floors. This can be used on floating floors where expansion and contraction will occur on the opposite side of the flooring plane.

Vinyl/LVT Alternative Flush

Vinyl/LVT Adhesive Tape DO NOT REMOVE BACKING! Glue

Stair Riser

Detail

Flooring Planks Must Be Glued!

All moldings are 94” long (7’ 10”)

0.375”

1” Piece of Flooring Nailed & Glued Down

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Shipping/Lead Time Flat Rate & Free Shipping Policy NH VT

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3” Tube ............. $20.00 6” Tube ............. $40.00 *Free Shipping for Orders

3” Tube ............. $15.00 6” Tube ............. $30.00 *Free Shipping for Orders

$150.00 and up

$75.00 and up

Note all COD shipments will have additional COD charges added to them depending on the freight carrier. Please contact your Versatrim customer service department for shipping charges for Hawaii, Alaska and any location outside the United States of America. *Free shipping policy is for flooring companies and applies to Standard Pricing orders only. Alaska and Hawaii are excluded from this offer.

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Shipping/Lead Time Transit Time NH

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*Transit times listed above reflect standard business days which does not include Saturday or Sunday. Saturday delivery may be available upon request at an additional cost. The above lead times are for UPS Ground Shipments. LTL Shipments with trucking companies have a similar transit time, for exact transit times please contact your Versatrim sales representative. . At your request we can also provide you with guaranteed rush shipments. Please inquire with your Versatrim sales representative.

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Quantities PER TUBE Pieces per 3” Tube

Pieces per 6” Tube

Minimum Pieces to Order

SlimTrim with Track & Shims

7

32

1

SlimTrim with Dowels

8

34

1

VersaEdge Extra Tall

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40

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Moisture Proof Quarter Round

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50

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Pieces per Box

Boxes per Pallet

Minimum Pieces to Order

SlimTrim with Track & Shims

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187

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SlimTrim with Dowels

5

187

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VersaEdge Extra Tall

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187

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Moisture Proof Quarter Round

10

187

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Product

— Standard UPS Charges apply to all UPS Shipments — Any order over 150 lbs or three 50 lbs tubes will be shipped via Best Common LTL Carrier

PER BOX (Pallets Only) Product

* All Program ‘C’ Volume Orders must be in box quantities to qualify for volume pricing.

No Minimums to Order * All Volume orders are subject to freight charges.

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Pricing (MAF-D) (FOB Henderson, NC) Pricing Effective February 2015

Standard Finish

Slim Trim

US - $24.59 (Includes track shim, shrink wrap, & label)

VersaEdge Extra Tall US - $29.71

Moisture Proof Quarter Round US - $7.67

Dowel Tree Optional Use with Slim Trim for flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

US - $1.61 Per Tree of 8 Dowels

All moldings are 94 inches long.

1 Piece minimum. Terms: - Our standard terms are Net 30 days. - Customers whose credit cannot be approved or who choose not to have an open account have the option of paying by credit card, sending in a certified check, or COD (collect on delivery). - Credit applications are under the “How To Order” tab on the Versatrim Website.

This is a custom product and will be non-returnable.

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How To Order TO PLACE AN ORDER WITH VERSATRIM: 1. Fill out the following forms to establish your account: Credit Application (We also accept all major credit cards and certified checks in the event that you choose not to have an open account with us.) Company Contact Form. This form will enable us to correctly identify your company, to expedite your orders and avoid mistakes.

2. Placing your order: • Easy online ordering at versatrim.com 1. Click ONLINE ORDERING tab at top corner of versatrim.com 2. Select My Account at top menu to register or sign in if you already have an online account with Versatrim 3. Click Create Account at the left and fill out your information or sign in to your existing account at the right 4. Browse the Karndean Color Collection, add items to your shopping cart and follow checkout instructions

• Fax (252.430.8801) or email ([email protected]) your Purchase Order from your system • Call our order desk at 1.866.200.8132

3. Use your Karndean SKU Number to order coordinating moldings 4. Return Policy: This is a custom product and will be non-returnable.

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Warranty Versatrim

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warrantees the following products

• LVT Transitions • SlimTrim (SLT) • Versaedge Tall (VEX) • Moisture Proof Quarter Round to the original purchaser against wear out for a period of • Residential: Limited lifetime • Light Commercial: 5 years What is covered and for how long? For light commercial installations (example: common areas in multi-unit dwellings and low-traffic retail shops) the product is warranted to be free from manufacturing defects for 5 years from the date of purchase. If a defect covered by this warranty is reported to Versatrim in writing within 5 years of purchase, Versatrim will supply new material of the same or similar grade sufficient to repair or replace the defective material. Providing the material was installed and maintained properly, and used as intended and recommended. Wear out is defined as a complete removal of pattern and/or color from normal traffic and maintenance. In the event wear out occurs within specified product warranty time frame of the date of purchase, Versatrim provide replacement materials only. This warranty does not include the following: 1. Damage due to: stains, burns, cuts, gouges, scuffs, scratches, indentations, and other accidents or abuse; 2. Damage caused by vacuum cleaner beater bar, Floor cleaning machines, caster wheels, and cutting from sharp objects. 3. Discoloration or bond release from hydrostatic pressure or excessive moisture/heat caused by such things as flooding, plumbing, appliance leaks; 4. Installation where material was not installed according to Versatrim's specifications and recommended usage; 5. Dissatisfaction due to improper installation, maintenance or irregularities; 6. Reductions in gloss or build up of residue due to improper maintenance or normal wear and gloss reduction/scratches from use. 7. Minor color, shade or texture variations between samples or printed color photography and the actual material. 8. Installation-related errors or damage including improper conditioning of jobsite and flooring materials, including construction damage after installation 9. Damage caused by abuse such as moving appliances or heavy objects across the moldings without adequate protection. WE EXCLUDE AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR OR PAY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES UNDER OUR WARRANTIES. By this we mean any loss, expense, or damage other than to the molding itself that may result from a defect in the flooring. Our limited warranties constitute the only express warranties for the product purchased. • This limited product warranty does not cover the installation of the product

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Slim Trim Installation SlimTrim as a REDUCER

Up to 1/8” (3 mm) Floors

Use SlimTrack (Metal Track) for up to 4 mm floors. *If the flooring manufacturer suggests/permits the use of underlayments, you may need to shim the track to accommodate the increase in overall thickness

Step 1

3/8“

Install the flooring plank*. Then place the SlimTrack 3/8” from the floor and screw it to the sub-floor using #4x3/4" screws.

Sub Floor

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed on the lower of the two surfaces.

Rubber Mallet

SlimTrack

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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Slim Trim Installation SlimTrim as a REDUCER Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for 5-6 mm floors. Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim.

1/8 to 1/4” (3-6 mm) Floors This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed on the lower of the two surfaces.

3/8“

Step 1 Sub Floor

Install the flooring plank. Then place the SlimTrack and shim 3/8” from the floor and screw them to the sub-floor using #4x5/8" screws.

Shim

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

Rubber Mallet

SlimTrack

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track. 29

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SlimTrim Installation SlimTrim as a TRANSITION (T-MOLDING)

Up to 1/8” (3 mm) Floors

Use SlimTrack (Metal Track) for up to 3 mm floors. *If the flooring manufacturer suggests/permits the use of underlayments, you may need to shim the track to accommodate the increase in overall thickness 1”

Install the flooring planks* by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the SlimTrim. Center the SlimTrack between the two floors and screw it to the sub floor by using #4x3/4" screws.

Sub Floor

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

Step 1

Rubber Mallet

SlimTrack

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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SlimTrim Installation SlimTrim as a TRANSITION (T-MOLDING) Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for 4-6 mm floors. Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. 1”

1/8 to 1/4” (3-6 mm) Floors Step 1 Install the flooring planks by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the SlimTrim. Center the SlimTrack and Shim between the two floors and screw them to the s ub floor by using #4x5/8" screws.

Sub Floor

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

Rubber Mallet

Shim

SlimTrack

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more 3 force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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SlimTrim Installation SlimTrim as a END CAP

Up to 1/8” (3 mm) Floors

Use SlimTrack (Metal Track) for up to 3 mm floors. NOTE: Carpet Tap Down trim must be no less than 1/8” from top of track. Use shim as guide, then remove it. 3/4”

Sub Floor 1”

Carpet Tap Down Trim

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

This end MUST be placed on the lower surface

Rubber Mallet

*If the flooring manufacturer suggests/permits the use of underlayments, you may need to shim the track to accommodate the Step 1 increase in overall thickness Install the flooring plank* and carpet (using a carpet tap down trim) by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the SlimTrim. Position the track 3/4” from where the of the Tap Down trim meets the carpet and screw it to the sub floor by using #4x5/8" screws. The carpet tap down trim must be no less than 1/8” from top of track. Use shim to make track and tap down trim even, then remove shim. If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim up with the track and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the SlimTrim all the way into the track. You can use a little more force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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SlimTrim Installation SlimTrim as a END CAP Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for 3-6 mm floors. Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. NOTE: Carpet Tap Down trim must be even with the top of the track.

Sub Floor 1”

Step 1

Carpet Tap Down Trim

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in!

SlimTrack SlimTrim

1/8 to 1/4” (3-6 mm) Floors

Rubber Mallet

Install the flooring plank and carpet (using a carpet tap down trim) by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the SlimTrim. Position the track 3/4” from where the of the Tap Down trim meets the carpet and screw them to the sub floor by using #4x5/8" screws. The carpet tap down trim must be even with the top of the track. If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is NOT set in the track properly and will be damaged when hammered in!

Step 2 Line the SlimTrim up with the track and fit one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

This end MUST be placed on the lower surface

Step 3 Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the SlimTrim all the way into the track. You can use a little more force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track. 4

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SlimTrim Installation Installation on flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION - Part 1 Roughen up surface that comes in contact with glue

NOTE: SlimTrim Dowels are sold separately. Please contact your Sales Representative to order.

Step 1 Turn the Slim Trim over and use a sanding sponge, metal brush or 60 grit sandpaper to roughen up the surface to increase the bond on the side where glue will be applied.

Step 2 Side View of SlimTrim Molding

Each dowel tree (sold separately), contains 8 dowels. Carefully cut or break dowels off of tree. Slide one dowel into molding groove and position in center of molding. Insert additional dowels from both ends. Space dowels 11.5”apart and 1.5” from ends.

Center one dowel

1.5” 11.5” 1.5”

11.5”

NOTE: Dowels have to fit tightly for the molding to function properly. If you find the dowel is too difficult to slide in, take 100/120 grit sandpaper, lay it flat on a surface and sand down the dowel head slightly with a couple of passes.

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SlimTrim Installation Installation on flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION - Part 2 Flooring

1” 1”

Pencil marks

Step 3

1/4”

Install the flooring planks, including the underlayment, by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the molding Draw a line on the flooring for the placement of the holes. Using a 1/4” drill bit, pre-drill holes into the flooring 2” deep. Be sure to use the same measurements as the dowels, keeping the holes 11.5“ apart. With a pencil, mark on the floor where each dowel is located (You will need these for Step 7). Pencil marks should be about 1” from the pre-drilled holes.

Sub Floor

2”

NOTE: Be sure to vacuum pre-drilled holes.

This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed on the lower of the two surfaces. Pencil marks

Flooring

Step 4 Sub Floor

1”

Carefully line up dowels with pre-drilled holes. Make adjustments to the dowel positions on the molding if needed. 18

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SlimTrim Installation Installation on flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION - Part 3

Side View of Hand Positions

Push down directly over dowel 1/4” at a time

NOTE: Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once by just pressing it in from top! This will bend the dowels.

Flooring

Step 5 First pass (1/4”) Sub Floor

Second Pass (1/4”) Third Pass (1/4”) Forth Pass (1/4”)

Using both hands, start at one end and gently push molding 1/4”down. Make sure dowel is straight and that you apply pressure directly over dowel. The best position is to hold dowel with pointer and middle fingers and push down with thumbs. Moving down the molding again, push the dowels in the floor 1/4” at a time. It should take several passes to push the molding all the way down.

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SlimTrim Installation Installation on flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION - Part 4

Flooring

PUR-Glue adhesive

About 3/8” (9.5mm)

Step 6 First pass (1/4”) Sub Floor Second Pass (1/4”) Third Pass (1/4”)

NOTE: Make sure you apply adhesive to ONLY 1 side of the molding and that all surfaces that the adhesive touches is dust and debris free.

Forth Pass (1/4”) Fifth Pass (1/4”)

Flooring

Once molding is about a finger’s width from the floor (about 3/8” or 9.5 mm), insert the tip of a glue gun under 1 edge of the molding. Apply Liquid Nails or any polyurethane constructive adhesive along 1 side of the flooring.

Pencil marks

Step 7 Sub Floor

When finished applying adhesive, start again at the beginning of the molding and push dowels all the way in until molding is secure. Once molding is in place, use a rubber mallet to tap on the top of each dowel. Use the pencil marks to reference where each dowel is located.

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SlimTrim Installation OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION: Installation for use on CONCRETE 1” Flooring

Pencil marks

1” 2”

Installation on flooring over 6mm up to 3/4”

Install flooring planks, leaving 1 inch gap for molding installation. Draw line on flooring for hole placement. Using a 1/4” concrete drill bit pre-drill 2” deep holes using same measurements as dowels. With pencil, mark on floor the location of each dowel. BE SURE TO VACUUM PRE-DRILLED HOLES.

1/4”

Concrete

Distance Measurement

Dowel Cutting Template

2 3/4” 5/8”

Distance Measurement

Dowel Cutting Template

Cut Here

Cut Here 1/8”

3

NO CUT

Cut Here

Dowel Cutting Template is located to the right of Installation Instructions 3/4” 5/8”

NO CUT Cut Here

1/4” 1/8”

Carefully cut or break dowels from Dowel Tree. Use the Dowel Cutting Template to the right to find your measurement on the template and lay your dowel over the number that matches your distance measurement. With dowel on template, use a utility knife to cut dowel as indicated on Dowel Cutting Template. Repeat with all dowels that are to be used.

Cut Here

Distance Measurement

Concrete

Lay a flat object over flooring and measure from the concrete at the center between the flooring up to the bottom of your object. This will give you the distance to use on the Dowel Cutting Template to the right.

Dowel Cutting Template

Take Measurement Here

FOR CONCRETE ONLY!

1/4” Drill bit

1 Flat object

3/4” 5/8” 1/2” 3/8” 1/4” 1/8”

SURFACE PREPARATION

4 Roughen up surface that comes in contact with glue

NO CUT Cut Here Cut Here Cut Here Cut Here Cut Here

Clean floor and molding as directed below:

CLEANING PREPARATION FOR BOTH SURFACES Preparing the floor & molding as outlined is mandatory to achieve the required bonding strength 5

1. Use a damp cloth (water only) to clean both surfaces of loose particles or surface films. 2. Roughen the surfaces with sandpaper (100-150 grit), sanding sponge or metal brush. For flooring, only roughen up area that will be covered (1.25” to 1.5”).

Flooring

Painter’s Tape to protect rest of flooring

3. Degrease both surfaces to remove all traces of oil, grease, dust, and fingerprints by using a solvent such as methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), acetone or isopropyl alcohol. 4. Let both surfaces dry thoroughly before applying adhesive.

Roughen up surface that comes in contact with glue

Slide dowels into groove on bottom of the SlimTrim molding and position them according to template. Line up dowels with pre-drilled holes. Adjust dowels as needed. NOTE: Dowels have to fit tightly for the molding to function properly. If you find the dowel is too difficult to slide in, take 100/120 grit sandpaper, lay it flat on a surface and sand down the dowel head slightly with a couple of passes (See Detail A at the right).

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DETAIL A Using both hands, start at one end and gently push molding 1/4” down at a time. It should take several passes to push molding all the way down. Best hand position is holding dowel between pointer fingers and pushing down with thumbs directly over dowel. DO NOT TRY TO PUSH ENTIRE MOLDING IN ALL AT ONCE. 7

First Pass (1/4”) Second Pass (1/4”) Next Passes (1/4”)

When molding is a finger’s width from the floor, insert tip of glue gun under one edge of molding and apply a polyurethane construction adhesive along one side of the flooring. MAKE SURE YOU APPLY ADHESIVE TO ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE MOLDING AND THAT ALL SURFACES THAT THE ADHESIVE TOUCHES IS DUST AND DEBRIS FREE.

About 3/8” PUR-Glue (9.5mm) adhesive

8 Pencil marks

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When finished applying adhesive, start again at beginning of molding and push dowels all the way down until molding is secure. Use a rubber mallet to gently tap on top of each dowel until molding sits flush. Use pencil marks as reference.

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VersaEdge Extra Tall Installation Versa Edge - Part 1

Installation on flooring with an overall thickness of up to 19 mm (0.75”). Flooring

Step 1 Install the riser flush to the stair. Clean flooring and molding as directed below: CLEANING PREPARATION FOR BOTH SURFACES

Stair Riser

Sub Floor

Release Paper VersaEdge Surface Roughened up with Sanding Sponge or Sandpaper Adhesive Tape

Preparing the floor and molding will significantly increase the quality of the bond. 1. Use a damp cloth (water only) to clean both surfaces of loose particles or surface films. 2. Roughen the surfaces with sandpaper (100-150 grit), sanding sponge or metal brush. For flooring, only roughen up area that will be covered (1.25” to 1.5”). 3. Degrease both surfaces to remove all traces of oil, Painter’s Flooring grease and fingerprints by using a solvent such as Tape to methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), acetone or isopropyl protect rest of flooring alcohol. 4. Let both surfaces dry thoroughly before applying Roughen up surface that adhesive. comes in contact with glue

Step 2 Turn VersaEdge over and roughen the inside surface of the VersaEdge to increase bond by means of 60 grit sandpaper, sanding sponge, or a metal brush. Then, gently peel the release paper all the way off the adhesive tape.

Step 3

Caulk Gun

Adhesive Adhesive Tape

Next, apply a generous bead of a Premium Polyurethane Construction Adhesive along the entire inside corner. Be sure to overlap the tape with the adhesive. Underside of molding generously covered with adhesive

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VersaEdge Extra Tall Installation Versa Edge - Part 2

Installation on flooring with an overall thickness of up to 19 mm (0.75”).

Step 4

Stair Riser

Bottom of Stair Nose

Adhesive Tape

Touch the bottom of molding to the stair riser and carefully roll the stair nose in place. Make any final adjustments before you push the molding all the way down. Once it’s in the final position, press down firmly with your hands and make your way down the entire stair nose. It may take 2 or 3 passes to set it firmly in place.

Flooring

Adhesive

Step 5 Sub Floor

For Low Traffic, let the adhesive cure for at least 1 hour before walking on it. For Heavy Traffic, wait 24 to 48 hours.

Stair Riser

NOTE: Complete cure takes 48 hours.

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Moisture Proof Quarter Round Installation Moisture Proof Quarter Round - With a Wall Base Wall

Apply one thin bead of adhesive to the back of the Quarter Round and attach it to the wall base molding and support it with a heavy object until the adhesive has cured so it won’t pop off the wall base molding.

Vinyl/LVT Flooring

adhesive

Step 1 Sub Floor

Wall

Optional Step: Use finish nails in the wall base molding every 16” and also through the Quarter Round and into the wall base molding. Be sure to pre-drill all holes. Finish up the nails with a color matching Color Fill.

Finish Nails

Vinyl/LVT Flooring

Step 2 Sub Floor

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Coordinating Moldings Brochure

Moisture Proof Quarter Round Installation Moisture Proof Quarter Round - Without a Wall Base Wall

Apply one thin bead of adhesive to the back of the Quarter Round and attach it to the wall and support it with a heavy object until the adhesive has cured so it won’t pop off the wall.

Vinyl/LVT Flooring

adhesive

Step 1 Sub Floor

Wall

Optional Step: Use finish nails every 16” through the Quarter Round and into the wall. Be sure to pre-drill all holes. Finish up the nails with a color matching Color Fill.

Finish Nail

Vinyl/LVT Flooring

Step 2 Sub Floor

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