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Slim Trim

SlimTrim Technical Information & Applications*


2”

SlimTrim 1/4”
Our SlimTrim 3-in-1 Molding functions as a Reducer, T-Molding, and End Cap. 3/4”
Comes with SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for floors up to 1/4” (6.35mm) or dowels for
floors up to 3/4” (19mm). See illustrations below for details.

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1/8” 9/16”
Surface Material: High Wear Resistant Aluminum Oxide Laminate
Core Material: PVC

SlimTrack in 7/16”

To be used with SlimTrim for floors up to 1/8” (3mm) thickness. Also, used in
3/16”
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conjunction with the Versatrack Shim for 1/8 “-1/4” * (3-6.35mm). See illustrations
below for details.
Material: Cold Roll Steel 9/16”
* For floors thicker than 1/4” (6.35mm), use dowel installation

Dowel 1.75”
To be used with SlimTrim for floors up to 3/4” (19mm). Comes as a tree of 8 dowels.
Material: Polystyrene 1/4”

LVT Floors WPC Floors


1 Reducer: 2 Transition: 3 End Cap: 1 Slim Trim-P29
(Hard Surface to Carpet)
as a Reducer
Up to 1/4” 1/16 to 1/8” 1/8-1/4” Up to 1/4”
(0-6.35mm)** (1.6-3mm)** (3-6.35mm)** (0-6.35mm)** 1/4-3/8”
(6.35-9.5mm)**

Track Track Shim Track Shim Carpet Tap


Down Trim
SlimTrack Shim

Laminate Floors
1 Reducer: 2 Transition: 3 End Cap: (Hard Surface to Carpet) 2 Slim Trim-P54
Up to 3/4” Up to 3/4” Up to 3/4” as a Transition
(0-19mm)** (0-19mm)** (0-19mm)**
1/4-3/8”
A Carpet Tap (6.35-9.5mm)**
Down Trim**
MUST be Used
Dowel When Installing
Slim Trim on Carpet Tap
Carpet Down Trim SlimTrack 2 Shims
Must Be Glued to
Non-Floating Surface *Sold at your local hardware store

*The installation instructions shown on this page are suggestions of how to install our moldings. Versatrim does not assume responsibility for any product failure or liability due to installations that
are in violation of the flooring manufacturer's installation guidelines and/or warranties.
**All references to flooring thickness refer to the total thickness of all members of the floor installation being laid upon the subfloor. This typically is comprised of the flooring plank, e.g.
Vinyl or Laminate, the underlayment, either attached or loose lay and any additional vapor barriers.
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Slim Trim - Vinyl and WPC Applications*

Vinyl Floors
For 2.5 mm Vinyl Floors** For 4.5 mm Vinyl Floors**

SlimTrim SlimTrim
as a Reducer as a Reducer

Sub Floor Slim Sub Floor Slim


Track Track
SlimTrim SlimTrim
as a Transition as a Transition

Sub Floor Slim Sub Floor Slim


Track Track

SlimTrim Carpet
as an
Carpet
SlimTrim End Cap
as an End Cap
OR Sub Floor Slim
Track
Shim Carpet Tap
Down Trim
Carpet
PUR Adhesive
Moisture
Sub Floor Slim Shim Carpet Tap
Track Down Trim Proof
End Cap Sub Floor

WPC Floors
For 6.35 - 9.5 mm WPC/LVT Floors**
SlimTrim-P29 SlimTrim-P54
as a Reducer as a Transition

Slim Slim 2 Shims Sub Floor


Track Shim Sub Floor
Track

*The installation instructions shown on this page are suggestions of how to install our moldings. Versatrim does not assume responsibility for any product failure or liability due to installations that are in violation
of the flooring manufacturer's installation guidelines and/or warranties.
**All references to flooring thickness refer to the total thickness of all members of the floor installation being laid upon the subfloor. This typically is comprised of the flooring plank, e.g. Vinyl or Laminate,
the underlayment, either attached or loose lay and any additional vapor barriers.
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SlimTrim as a REDUCER

Use SlimTrack (Metal Track) for up to 6.35 mm floors. Up to 1/4” (6.35 mm) Floors
*If the flooring manufacturer suggests/permits the use This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed
of underlayments, you may need to shim the track to on the lower of the two surfaces.
accommodate the increase in overall thickness
3/8“ Step 1
Install the flooring plank*. Then place the SlimTrack 3/8”
from the floor and screw it to the sub-floor using
Sub Floor #6 screws.

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! NOT set in the track properly and will
be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack Step 2
SlimTrim Rubber
Mallet Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit
one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the
molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to
guide the molding into the track as you work your way down,
SlimTrack tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3
Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for 6.35-9.5 mm floors.


Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. For 6.35 - 9.5mm WPC/LVT Floors
This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed
on the lower of the two surfaces.
3/8“ Step 1
Install the flooring plank*. Then place the SlimTrack & Shim
3/8”from the floor and screw it to the sub-floor using
Sub Floor #6 screws.

IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! NOT set in the track properly and will
be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack
SlimTrim
Rubber Step 2
Mallet Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit
one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the
molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to
guide the molding into the track as you work your way down,
SlimTrack tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3
Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track. 39
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SlimTrim as a TRANSITION (T-MOLDING)

Use SlimTrack (Metal Track) for 1.6 - 3 mm floors. 1/16 to 1/8” (1.6-3 mm) Floors
*If the flooring manufacturer suggests/permits the use
of underlayments, you may need to shim the track to
accommodate the increase in overall thickness Step 1
1” Install the flooring planks* by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap
for the installation of the SlimTrim. Center the SlimTrack
between the two laminate floors and screw it to the sub
Sub Floor floor by using #6 screws.

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is


IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure NOT set in the track properly and will
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack
SlimTrim Step 2
Rubber
Mallet Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit
one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the
molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to
guide the molding into the track as you work your way down,
SlimTrack tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3
Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for 4-6.35 mm floors.


Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. 1/8 to 1/4” (3-6.35 mm) Floors
1” Step 1
Install the flooring planks by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for
the installation of the SlimTrim. Center the SlimTrack and
Sub Floor Shim between the two laminate floors and screw them to
the sub floor by using #6 screws.

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is


IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure NOT set in the track properly and will
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack
SlimTrim
Rubber Step 2
Mallet
Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit
one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the
molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to
guide the molding into the track as you work your way down,
Shim SlimTrack tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3
Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track. 4
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SlimTrim as a TRANSITION (T-MOLDING)

Use SlimTrack & 2 Versatrack Shims for 6.35-9.5 mm floors.


Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. For 6.35 - 9.5 mm WPC/LVT Floors
1”
Step 1
Install the flooring planks by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for
the installation of the SlimTrim. Center the SlimTrack and the
Sub Floor 2 Shims
2 Shims between the two laminate floors and screw them to
SlimTrack
the sub floor by using #6 screws.

If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is


IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure NOT set in the track properly and will
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack
SlimTrim Rubber
Mallet Step 2
Line the SlimTrim molding up with the SlimTrack and fit
one end into the molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the
molding until it engages with the track. Use your hand to
guide the molding into the track as you work your way down,
2 Shims SlimTrack tapping it in, similar to how you would close a zip-loc bag.

Step 3
Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
Slim Trim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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SlimTrim as an END CAP

Use SlimTrack & Versatrack Shim for up to 6.35 mm floors.


Use the same molding & track, just add Versatrack Shim. Up to 1/4” (0-6.35 mm) Floors
NOTE: Carpet Tap Down trim 1/8”
must be even with the top Use Shim
as Guide
Step 1
of the track. Install the flooring plank and carpet (using a carpet tap down
trim) by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation of the
SlimTrim. Position the track 3/4” from where the of the Tap
Sub Floor Down trim meets the carpet and screw them to the sub floor
Carpet Tap by using #6. The carpet tap down trim must be even with the
1” Down Trim top of the track.
If SlimTrim wiggles back and forth, it is
IMPORTANT: Rock SlimTrim back & forth to make sure NOT set in the track properly and will
it is sitting inside the track BEFORE hammering in! be damaged when hammered in!

SlimTrack Rubber Mallet


SlimTrim Step 2
Line the SlimTrim up with the track and fit one end into the
molding. Using a rubber mallet, tap the molding until it engages
with the track. Use your hand to guide the molding into the
track as you work your way down, tapping it in, similar to
how you would close a zip-loc bag.

This end MUST


be placed on Step 3
the lower
surface Next, go up and down the molding several times, tapping the
SlimTrim all the way into the track. You can use a little more
force once you are sure it is properly engaged in the track.

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SlimTrim as a TRANSITION - OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION

Step 1
NOTE: SlimTrim Dowels are sold separately. Please
Install your flooring planks (See Step 3). Clean flooring
contact your Sales Representative to order.
and molding as directed below:
CLEANING PREPARATION FOR BOTH SURFACES
Roughen up surface that Preparing the floor & molding as outlined is mandatory
comes in contact with glue to achieve the required bonding strength
1. Use a damp cloth (water only) to clean both surfaces of loose
particles or surface films.
2. Roughen the surfaces with sandpaper (100-150 grit),
sanding sponge or metal brush. For flooring, only roughen Flooring Painter’s
up area that will be covered (1.25” to 1.5”). Tape to
protect rest
3. Degrease both surfaces to remove all traces of oil, grease, of flooring
dust, and fingerprints by using a solvent such as methyl
ethyl ketone (MEK), acetone or isopropyl alcohol. Roughen up surface that
4. Let both surfaces dry thoroughly before applying adhesive. comes in contact
with glue

Step 2
Each dowel tree (sold separately), contains 8 dowels.
Carefully cut or break dowels off of tree. Slide one dowel
Center
one dowel into molding groove and position in center of molding.
Side View of
SlimTrim Insert additional dowels from both ends. Space dowels
Molding 11.5”apart and 1.5” from ends.
NOTE: Dowels have to fit
1.5”
tightly for the molding to
function properly. If you find
11.5”
the dowel is too difficult to
11.5” slide in, take 100/120 grit
1.5” sandpaper, lay it flat on a
surface and sand down the
dowel head slightly with a
couple of passes.

Flooring 1” Pencil marks


1”

1/4” Step 3
Install the flooring planks, by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap
Sub Floor for the installation of the molding. Draw a line on the flooring
for the placement of the holes. Using a 1/4” drill bit, pre-drill
2” holes into the flooring 2” deep. Be sure to use the same
measurements as the dowels, keeping the holes 11.5“
apart. With a pencil, mark on the floor where each dowel is
located (You will need these for Step 7). Pencil marks should
be about 1” from the pre-drilled holes.
NOTE: Be sure to vacuum pre-drilled holes.

Flooring Pencil marks


This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed
on the lower of the two surfaces.
Step 4
Carefully line up dowels with pre-drilled holes. Make
Sub Floor 1” adjustments to the dowel positions on the molding
if needed. 7
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SlimTrim as a TRANSITION - OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION

Push down directly Side View of Hand Positions


over dowel 1/4”
at a time

NOTE: Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once


Flooring by just pressing it in from top! This will bend the dowels.

Step 5
First pass (1/4”) Using both hands, start at one end and gently push molding
Sub Floor 1/4”down. Make sure dowel is straight and that you apply
Second Pass (1/4”) pressure directly over dowel. The best position is to hold dowel
with pointer and middle fingers and push down with thumbs.
Third Pass (1/4”)
Moving down the molding again, push the dowels in the floor
Forth Pass (1/4”) 1/4” at a time. It should take several passes to push the
molding all the way down.

Flooring PUR-Glue
adhesive About 3/8” (9.5mm)

Step 6
First pass (1/4”) Once molding is about a finger’s width from the floor (about
Sub Floor 3/8” or 9.5 mm), insert the tip of a glue gun under 1 edge
Second Pass (1/4”) of the molding. Apply Liquid Nails or any polyurethane
constructive adhesive along 1 side of the flooring.
Third Pass (1/4”)
NOTE: Make sure you apply adhesive to ONLY 1 side
Forth Pass (1/4”)
of the molding and that all surfaces that the adhesive
Fifth Pass (1/4”) touches is dust and debris free.

Flooring Pencil marks

Step 7
When finished applying adhesive, start again at the beginning
Sub Floor of the molding and push dowels all the way in until molding is
secure. Once molding is in place, use a rubber mallet to tap on
the top of each dowel. Use the pencil marks to reference
where each dowel is located.

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SlimTrim as a REDUCER - OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION

Step 1
NOTE: SlimTrim Dowels are sold separately. Please
Install your flooring planks (See Step 3). Clean flooring
contact your Sales Representative to order.
and molding as directed below:
CLEANING PREPARATION FOR BOTH SURFACES
Roughen up surface that Preparing the floor & molding as outlined is mandatory
comes in contact with glue to achieve the required bonding strength
1. Use a damp cloth (water only) to clean both surfaces of loose
particles or surface films.
2. Roughen the surfaces with sandpaper (100-150 grit),
sanding sponge or metal brush. For flooring, only roughen Flooring Painter’s
up area that will be covered (1.25” to 1.5”). Tape to
protect rest
3. Degrease both surfaces to remove all traces of oil, grease, of flooring
dust, and fingerprints by using a solvent such as methyl
ethyl ketone (MEK), acetone or isopropyl alcohol. Roughen up surface that
4. Let both surfaces dry t oroughly before applying adhesive. comes in contact
with glue

Step 2
Each dowel tree (sold separately), contains 8 dowels.
Carefully cut or break dowels off of tree. Slide one dowel
Center
one dowel into molding groove and position in center of molding.
Side View of
SlimTrim Insert additional dowels from both ends. Space dowels
Molding 11.5”apart and 1.5” from ends.
NOTE: Dowels have to fit
1.5”
tightly for the molding to
function properly. If you find
11.5”
the dowel is too difficult to
11.5” slide in, take 100/120 grit
1.5” sandpaper, lay it flat on a
surface and sand down the
dowel head slightly with a
couple of passes.

1” Pencil marks
1”

Flooring Step 3
1/4”
Install the flooring planks*, by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap
Sub Floor for the installation of the molding. Draw a line on the flooring
for the placement of the holes. Using a 1/4” drill bit, pre-drill
2” holes into the flooring 2” deep. Be sure to use the same
measurements as the dowels, keeping the holes 11.5“
apart. With a pencil, mark on the floor where each dowel is
located (You will need these for Step 7). Pencil marks should
be about 1” from the pre-drilled holes.
NOTE: Be sure to vacuum pre-drilled holes.

Pencil marks
This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed
on the lower of the two surfaces.
Step 4
Carefully line up dowels with pre-drilled holes. Make
Sub Floor 1” adjustments to the dowel positions on the molding
if needed. 9
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SlimTrim as a REDUCER - OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION

Push down directly Side View of Hand Positions


over dowel 1/4”
at a time

NOTE: Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once


by just pressing it in from top! This will bend the dowels.

Step 5
First pass (1/4”) Using both hands, start at one end and gently push molding
Sub Floor 1/4”down. Make sure dowel is straight and that you apply
Second Pass (1/4”) pressure directly over dowel. The best position is to hold dowel
with pointer and middle fingers and push down with thumbs.
Third Pass (1/4”)
Moving down the molding again, push the dowels in the floor
Forth Pass (1/4”) 1/4” at a time. Keep molding level as you tap it in.

Apply Painter’s Tape


to floor & molding Step 6
prior to applying glue
Once the molding touches the highest of the 2 floors, insert
the tip of a glue gun under 1 edge that will rest on the lower
floor. Apply Liquid Nails or any polyurethane constructive
adhesive under the molding. Before applying glue, put
painter’s tape on the floor and the side of the molding
First pass (1/4”)
receiving the glue. Then push/tap molding down until
Second Pass (1/4”) it touches the floor. Carefully remove tape.
PUR-Glue
adhesive NOTE: Make sure you apply adhesive to ONLY 1 side
Third Pass (1/4”)
of the molding and that all surfaces that the adhesive
Forth Pass (1/4”) touches is dust and debris free.

Fifth Pass (1/4”)

Pencil marks

Step 7
When finished applying adhesive, start again at the beginning
Sub Floor of the molding and push dowels all the way in until molding is
secure. Once molding is in place, use a rubber mallet to tap on
the top of each dowel. Use the pencil marks to reference
where each dowel is located.

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SlimTrim - OPTIONAL DOWEL INSTALLATION: Installation for use on CONCRETE

SlimTrim Installation Instructions for Use on Concrete


1”
Pencil marks Install flooring planks, leaving 1 inch gap for molding installation. Draw line on flooring for hole placement. Using a 1/4”
Flooring
1”
concrete drill bit pre-drill 2” deep holes using same measurements as dowels. With pencil, mark on floor the location of
2”
1/4” each dowel. BE SURE TO VACUUM PRE-DRILLED HOLES.
Concrete

1
1/4”
Drill bit

Flat object Take Measurement Here Lay a flat object over flooring and measure from the concrete at the center between the flooring up to the bottom of your
object. This will give you the distance to use on the Dowel Cutting Template below.

Concrete

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Carefully cut or break dowels from Dowel Tree.

FOR CONCRETE ONLY!


Dowel Cutting Template

Dowel Cutting Template


3/4” NO CUT

3/4” NO CUT
Distance Measurement

5/8”
Cut Here
Use the Dowel Cutting Template to the right to

Distance Measurement
1/2”
Cut Here
C
3/8”

1/4”
C
Cut Here

Cut Here find your measurement on the template and lay 5/8”
your dowel over the number that matches your Cut Here
1/8”
Cut Here

Dowel Cutting Template


3 is located to the right of
Installation Instructions
distance measurement. 1/2”
Cut Here
With dowel on template, use a utility knife to cut
Dowel Cutting Template

3/4” NO CUT

3/8”
Distance Measurement

5/8”

dowel as indicated on Dowel Cutting Template.


Cut Here
1/2”

3/8”
Cut Here Cut Here
1/4”

1/8”
Cu
C ut Here
Cut

Cut H
Cut Here Repeat with all dowels that are to be used. 1/4”
ree
Cut Here
Cut Here
4 1/8”
Cut Here
Roughen up surface
that comes in contact
Clean floor and molding as directed below:
with glue
SURFACE PREPARATION

CLEANING PREPARATION FOR BOTH SURFACES


Preparing the floor & molding as outlined is mandatory to achieve the required bonding strength
5 1. Use a damp cloth (water only) to clean both surfaces of loose particles or surface films.
2. Roughen the surfaces with sandpaper (100-150 grit), sanding sponge or metal brush. For flooring, only roughen
up area that will be covered (1.25” to 1.5”).
Flooring Painter’s
Tape to 3. Degrease both surfaces to remove all traces of oil, grease, dust, and fingerprints by using a solvent such as
protect rest
of flooring methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), acetone or isopropyl alcohol.
Roughen up surface that
comes in contact
with glue
4. Let both surfaces dry thoroughly before applying adhesive.
Slide dowels into groove on bottom of the SlimTrim molding and position them according to
template. Line up dowels with pre-drilled holes. Adjust dowels as needed.
NOTE: Dowels have to fit tightly for the molding to function properly. If you find the
dowel is too difficult to slide in, take 100/120 grit sandpaper, lay it flat on a surface and
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sand down the dowel head slightly with a couple of passes (See Detail A at the right).

DETAIL A

Using both hands, start at one end and gently push molding 1/4” down at a time. It should take several passes to push
molding all the way down. Best hand position is holding dowel between pointer fingers and pushing down with thumbs
directly over dowel. DO NOT TRY TO PUSH ENTIRE MOLDING IN ALL AT ONCE.
First pass (1/4”)
7 Second Pass (1/4”)
Next Passes (1/4”)

About
When molding is a finger’s width from the floor, insert tip of glue gun under one edge of molding and apply a polyurethane
PUR-Glue
3/8”
(9.5mm) adhesive construction adhesive along one side of the flooring. MAKE SURE YOU APPLY ADHESIVE TO ONLY ONE SIDE OF THE
MOLDING AND THAT ALL SURFACES THAT THE ADHESIVE TOUCHES IS DUST AND DEBRIS FREE.

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Pencil marks When finished applying adhesive, start again at beginning of molding and push dowels all the way down until molding is
secure. Use a rubber mallet to gently tap on top of each dowel until molding sits flush. Use pencil marks as reference.

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Slim Trim - T-Molding CONCRETE Install

Use Slimtrack for 1/16-1/8” (1.6-3 mm) floors. 1/16-1/8” (1.6-3 mm) Floors

Flooring

1” Step 1
Install the flooring planks including the underlayment by
Concrete
leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation
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of the SlimTrim
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Versatrack to the appropriate size of the door opening,


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position to be installed, and mark each of the holes with a


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marker/pencil on the concrete floor. Make sure that the


track does not shift while marking each hole.
1/2”

General Disclaimer: Never drill into a slab that has radiant heating installed. Be aware of potential gas, electrical, water or low
voltage lines present in the slab before starting your project. If unsure about these circumstances, we strongly recommend to
use a glue down installation instead (See Page 4). The glue down option would require a high quality construction adhesive.

Step 3
Lay the track aside, and drill into the concrete floor by
means of a 1/4" masonry drill bit. Make sure the drill does
not 'dance' off the mark when starting to drill, as it will
otherwise bend the track when affixing to the floor. Drill
only as deep as your selection of dowel/screw combo
requires. Never drill deeper then 1-1/2" into the concrete!

A DOWEL/SCREW B ANCHOR/SCREW Step 4 - Use your preferred method of screw dowel combo:
+ A - Screw + 0.375 x1.25” Wooden Dowel Pin: With
#6 x 1" screws, this option will give you a little bit more flexibility
in case the drill holes are not 100% in line with the trackholes.
Concrete Plastic Make sure you drive the wooden dowel flush with the concrete,
Wooden Slim All-Purpose if it sits a bit high, scrape it flush with a chisel!
Dowel Pin Track Anchor
+ B - Screw + Plastic All-Purpose Anchor: Start all screws
in each hole before you tighten one all the way down. This will
ensure that all holes line up properly with the track.

Step 5
Gently press the molding into the track starting from one
end to the other just like you would close a Zip-Lock bag.
!!! Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once
Concrete Slim Track by just pressing it in from top !!! 12
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Slim Trim as a T-Molding CONCRETE Install

Use Slimtrack for 1/8-1/4” (3 - 6.35 mm) floors. 1/8-1/4” (3-6.35 mm) Floors
Flooring

1”
Step 1
Install the flooring planks including the underlayment by
Concrete
leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installation
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of the SlimTrim
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General Disclaimer: Never drill into a slab that has radiant heating installed. Be aware of potential gas, electrical, water or low
voltage lines present in the slab before starting your project. If unsure about these circumstances, we strongly recommend to
use a glue down installation instead (See Page 4). The glue down option would require a high quality construction adhesive.

Step 3
Lay the track aside, and drill into the concrete floor by
means of a 1/4" masonry drill bit. Make sure the drill does
not 'dance' off the mark when starting to drill, as it will
otherwise bend the track when affixing to the floor. Drill
only as deep as your selection of dowel/screw combo
requires. Never drill deeper then 1-1/2" into the concrete!

A DOWEL/SCREW B ANCHOR/SCREW Step 4 - Use your preferred method of screw dowel combo:
+ A - Screw + 0.375 x1.25” Wooden Dowel Pin: With
#6 x 1" screws, this option will give you a little bit more flexibility
Shim in case the drill holes are not 100% in line with the trackholes.
Concrete Plastic Make sure you drive the wooden dowel flush with the concrete,
Wooden Slim All-Purpose if it sits a bit high, scrape it flush with a chisel!
Dowel Pin Track Anchor
+ B - Screw + Plastic All-Purpose Anchor: Start all screws
in each hole before you tighten one all the way down. This will
ensure that all holes line up properly with the track.

Step 5
Gently press the molding into the track starting from one
end to the other just like you would close a Zip-Lock bag.
!!! Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once
Concrete Slim Track by just pressing it in from top !!! 13
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Slim Trim as a Reducer CONCRETE Install

Use Slimtrack for up to 1/4” (6.35mm) floors. Up to 1/4” (6.35 mm) Floors

Flooring
3/8”
Step 1
Install the flooring planks including the underlayment.
Concrete
Measure 3/8” from the flooring plank and mark on the
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concrete.
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This end of the SlimTrim MUST be placed


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leave a 1/2” gap on each side. Lay the Versatrack in the


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position to be installed, and mark each of the holes with a


marker/pencil on the concrete floor. Make sure that the
1/2” track does not shift while marking each hole.

General Disclaimer: Never drill into a slab that has radiant heating installed. Be aware of potential gas, electrical, water or low
voltage lines present in the slab before starting your project. If unsure about these circumstances, we strongly recommend to
use a glue down installation instead (See Page 4). The glue down option would require a high quality construction adhesive.

Step 3
Lay the track aside, and drill into the concrete floor by
means of a 1/4" masonry drill bit. Make sure the drill does
not 'dance' off the mark when starting to drill, as it will
otherwise bend the track when affixing to the floor. Drill
only as deep as your selection of dowel/screw combo
requires. Never drill deeper then 1-1/2" into the concrete!

A DOWEL/SCREW B ANCHOR/SCREW Step 4 - Use your preferred method of screw dowel combo:
+ A - Screw + 0.375 x1.25” Wooden Dowel Pin: With
#6 x 1" screws, this option will give you a little bit more flexibility
in case the drill holes are not 100% in line with the trackholes.
Concrete Plastic Make sure you drive the wooden dowel flush with the concrete,
Wooden Slim All-Purpose if it sits a bit high, scrape it flush with a chisel!
Dowel Pin Track Anchor
+ B - Screw + Plastic All-Purpose Anchor: Start all screws
in each hole before you tighten one all the way down. This will
ensure that all holes line up properly with the track.

Step 5
Gently press the molding into the track starting from one
end to the other just like you would close a Zip-Lock bag.
!!! Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once
Concrete Slim Track by just pressing it in from top !!! 14
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SlimTrim as an End Cap - CONCRETE Install

Use Versatrack & Shim for up to 1/4” (0-6.35 mm) floors. Up to 1/4” (0-6.35 mm) Floors
NOTE: Carpet Tap Down trim must
be even with the top of the track.
3/4” Use Shim Step 1
1/8” as Guide
Install the flooring plank* and carpet (using a carpet tap
down trim) by leaving a 1" inch (25mm) gap for the installa-
Carpet Tap tion of the SlimTrim. Position the track 3/4” from where the
Sub Floor Down Trim of the Tap Down trim meets the carpet. The carpet tap
1”
down trim must be no less than 1/8” from top of track. Use
shim to make track and tap down trim even, then remove
shim.
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position to be installed, and mark each of the holes with a


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marker/pencil on the concrete floor. Make sure that the


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track does not shift while marking each hole.

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General Disclaimer: Never drill into a slab that has radiant heating installed. Be aware of potential gas, electrical, water or low
voltage lines present in the slab before starting your project. If unsure about these circumstances, we strongly recommend to
use a glue down installation instead (See Page 4). The glue down option would require a high quality construction adhesive.

Step 3
Lay the track aside, and drill into the concrete floor by
means of a 1/4" masonry drill bit. Make sure the drill does
not 'dance' off the mark when starting to drill, as it will
otherwise bend the track when affixing to the floor. Drill
only as deep as your selection of dowel/screw combo
requires. Never drill deeper then 1-1/2" into the concrete!

A DOWEL/SCREW B ANCHOR/SCREW Step 4 - Use your preferred method of screw dowel combo:
+ A - Screw + 0.375 x1.25” Wooden Dowel Pin: With
#6 x 1" screws, this option will give you a little bit more flexibility
in case the drill holes are not 100% in line with the trackholes.
Make sure you drive the wooden dowel flush with the concrete,
Concrete Shim Plastic if it sits a bit high, scrape it flush with a chisel!
Wooden Metal All-Purpose + B - Screw + Plastic All-Purpose Anchor: Start all screws
Dowel Pin Track Anchor in each hole before you tighten one all the way down. This will
ensure that all holes line up properly with the track.

Carpeting Step 5
Gently press the molding into the track starting from one
end to the other just like you would close a Zip-Lock bag.
!!! Do not try to push the entire molding in all at once
Concrete Metal Track by just pressing it in from top !!! 15

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