How to Install Lagune Quick Step Flooring Necessary tools To successfully install your laminated floor coverings you will need to use the following tools and accessories. hammer saw measuring tape installation kit (crowbar, spacers (1-8mm) and Uniclic? - adapted tapping block) underlay Caution: In order to benefit from the Quick Step guarantee you need to use the only accessories provided by Quick Step. Acclimatization Prior to installing laminate flooring it is advisable that you leave the unopen packs in the center of the room where you plan to install them for a period of 48 hours ensuring a temperature of 5-20° C and a relative moisture level of 50-60%. Preparing the room 3.Before installation mix the planks of various packages together to ensure a unitary look for your floor. Make sure that the door can still open after the installation of the underlay and of the laminate flooring and that the floor is smooth, clean and dry. Prior to installing the laminates, mix the contents of several boxes to ensure an uniform variation throughout the surface of the newly installed flooring. NOTE: For larger spaces make sure to place expansion joints every 13 m length and width wise and between adjoining rooms. The short end joints should be staggered by at least 15 cm. CONCRETE SUBFLOOR New construction: In the case of new concrete floors, you need to leave the base floor to dry for at least a week if the thickness does not exceed 4 cm and double the amount of time for thicker concrete layers.