Step 1

engineered wood spread thinset

engineered wood spread thinset

Thinset on the floor for a floor installation using engineered wood.

Apply Adhesive

Using a V-notched trowel, spread adhesive over a section of the floor.

Pro Tip

Check the drying time for your particular brand of adhesive. Don’t spread more adhesive than you can safely cover before it dries.

Step 2

engineered wood installing

engineered wood installing

Installing engineered wood in this floor home improvement project.

Lay Planks

Start installing pieces on a long, straight wall.

Step 3

engineered wood tapping

engineered wood tapping

Closeup of man tapping engineered wood into place in this floor home improvement project.

Secure Planks

Use a hammer and tapping block to make sure pieces fit tightly together and there are no gaps. Repeat Steps 1-3 across the floor.

Step 4

engineered wood rolling

engineered wood rolling

Lady uses a roller to flatten the floor in this home improvement project.

Roll Floor

Go over the floor with a 100-lb roller to ensure the pieces are fully adhered and to minimize warping.