Sturd I Floor Installation Instructions

Boise cascade s version of sturd i floor is manufactured in western fir and southern pine species.

Sturd i floor installation instructions. Finish floor typical panel installation b example specification b carpet and pad single layer of apa rated sturd i floor with t g edges apa sturd i floor 24 oc exposure 1 t g for joists spaced 24 inches o c. It will be used to conceal the expansion space. Stagger panel end joists. The system components are specifically designed for carpet and pad installation to help keep the floor quiet.

Install panels directly over floor joists. Apa rated sturd i floor panels can be manufactured as conventional plywood as a composite or as oriented strand board. Sturd i floor also features apa quick fit tongue groove design so panels fit together quickly and easily for even faster installations. They are available in depths of 9 1 2 to 24 with lengths up to 48.

Finish floor typical panel installation b example specification b carpet and pad single layer of apa rated sturd i floor with t g edges apa sturd i floor 24 oc exposure 1 t g for joists spaced 24 inches o c. Support joists may be conventional solid sawn lumber i joists or manufactured trusses made of either wood or metal chords. Spacing of 1 8ʺ is recommended at panel ends and edges. The substrate should not slope more than 1 inch per 6 feet in any direction.

For all flooring except the toughguard ii installation system armstrong flooring recommends an additional 1 4 or thicker layer of apa plywood underlayment. Plus dryguard comes with a 200 day no sand warranty. Nailing is recommended for sturd i floor panels though panels maybe nailed only. Lp i joists are recommended.

Install with smooth side up. Sturd i floor can be manufactured with square edges or with tongue and groove edges. This high performance sub floor is designed to help you avoid costly and time consuming joint sanding. Dryguard enhanced osb sturd i floor is a multi layered moisture resistant sub floor with built in protection from thickness and edge swell.

Or less hardwood flooring single layer of apa rated sturd i floor or apa rated sheathing apa rated sturd i floor24 oc. Manufacturer s installation instructions for sub floor applications. Remove floor moldings quarter round and wall base should be carefully removed before installation begins.