perimeter spacing is critical , talk to the folks at Home Depot. Most of them have a good idea what they are talking about. Make sure you ask the question , what kind of nails to use ? most hardwood floors are installed with non pre-glued nails . The floor need the ability to expand and constrict . Lay the boards out exposed in the room there going to be installed for a few days before actually installing them . This will allow the wood to acclimated to its new home . You can't do this job with out the toe nailer rent one it will save you hours not to mention your knees . It makes it so easy to drive the nails through the tongue of the boards . Lay out the wood to see what you want for a pattern , don't let the seams match up and measure twice and cut ones...
