Laminate Installation

Shaw's patented locking technology that reliably secures the flooring panels on all four sides without adhesive.

Shaw's single action glueless locking system greatly enhances the speed and ease of installation while improving seam integrity.

Ease of installation is one of the features that has made laminate flooring the fastest growing product in the flooring industry. VersaLock®AG™ and LocNPlace® are the latest in installation technologies and allow you to install your laminate flooring without nails or glue.

Watch the Comprehensive Laminate Installation Guide for our newest VersaLock®AG™ and LocNPlace® products to see how easy installing a new laminate floor can be. (Windows Media Player required)

The downloadable instruction manuals below will provide the information you'll need to install your new laminate flooring. The manuals will provide:

• acclimation guidelines


• subfloor preparation


• underlayment procedures


• step-by-step instructions

You'll also receive instructions for installing your laminate flooring in doorways, on stairs, and around pipes and fixtures. To see all of the quality underlayment options available from Shaw Floors, click here.

To download a complete manual on installing laminate flooring, select one of the options below:

Remember that these manuals offer general guidelines. Check with your dealer to learn if the product you've selected has specific guidelines you should follow.