Controls

Upon receipt, check that the delivered item is the one ordered. The flooring should be stored in its unopened packaging at room temperature for at least 48 hours before installation.

During installation
In daylight, check the flooring for any damage, defects, or imperfections. Flooring installed with visible defects is NOT eligible for claims. During installation, mix planks from several packages to achieve a harmonious appearance.

Room requirements

The construction work must be completed with windows and doors installed, and the heating system must be operational. IMPORTANT! The room temperature must be 18-25 degrees Celsius during installation. The relative humidity in the room must be between 40% and 60% both during installation and subsequently when the floor is in use.

Substrate

Regardless of the subfloor, it must be dry, clean, and stable. On concrete subfloors, regardless of age, it is mandatory to use a moisture barrier. The concrete must not contain more than 85% residual moisture. The flatness of the subfloor, measured with a 2 m straightedge, must be less than ± 2 mm.

Safe/normal

40-60% RH
Ideal range for wood flooring with only normal seasonal movement.

Risk zone

30-40% RH
- Initial shrinkage
- Small gaps/cracks may appear during the heating season
- Often harmless if temporary
- Creaking sounds from the floor surface

Critical level

Below 30% for extended periods
Here, the risk increases for:
- Significant gaps
- Cracks in boards
- Squeaky floor surface
- Surface damage
- Cupping/washboarding

High risk/damage level

Below 20-25% for an extended period
High risk of:
- Deep cracks
- Permanent deformation
- Damage to joints
- Delamination

Q-LOC CLICK SYSTEM

Wiking Gulve uses Q-LOC for all 15 mm thick wooden floors.

This is a modern click solution where the floorboards are locked together without the use of glue or screws.

Advantages:

• Easy and quick installation – Laid as a floating floor without glue or screws. Perfect for DIY projects
• Can be disassembled – Easy to remove again, for example when moving or replacing individual boards
• Good stability – Q-LOC systems are designed to reduce movement and create tight joints
• Can be laid by 1 person
• Good for renovation projects where there is often not much space for very thick floors due to existing structures
• Can be laid floating or fully glued to the subfloor

Disadvantages:

• Requires a load-bearing subfloor and cannot be installed on battens
• Since it is not glued, there may be tension sounds from the lock due to temperature and humidity changes

YES/NO:

Wiking Gulve uses tongue and groove on all wooden floors with a thickness of 22 mm.

You can install your new wooden floor yourself using the simple tongue and groove method, but there are many things you need to be aware of.

Advantages:

• Extra strong joint – Fixed installation with glue or screws makes the floor more stable
• Better for larger areas – Suitable for floors that need to withstand heavy traffic or heavy furniture
• Less movement – Reduces the risk of creaking noises and joint displacement
• Installation on concrete
• Installation on joists
• Full gluing

Disadvantages:

• More time-consuming installation – Often requires professional installation and a minimum of 2 people
• Difficult to remove – Must be destroyed when replaced