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This page explains the process for installing a floor-based system. The steps below outline the order of preparing and leveling the skeleton, and supporting the system on the floor.
Page Contents
Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Next Steps
Certification
Tips from the Field
Terms & Definitions
Types of Installation: Floor-Based
Installer Level Required: Journeyman Installer
Products Required: TFL Material, Accessories, Special Order
Tools Required
Drill Driver/Impact Drill
4' Level
Step Ladder
Hammer
Par Feet (Option 1)
Shims (Option 2)
Hardware Required
3/4” x #8 Screws
Installation Steps
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.
Remove baseboards (if applicable) for all areas located behind a system.
Do not remove baseboards unless indicated on the elevation or approved by the customer.
Prior to removal, cut caulk line.
Using a hammer and pry bar, start prying baseboard away from the wall. Pry at stud locations to minimize drywall damage. Ensure you have a putty knife placed behind the pry bar to support the force between the bar and the wall.
Try to start removal in an area that will be concealed if any wall damage is done.
If baseboards are not being removed, notch partitions based on baseboard size and elevation measurements (if applicable).
Ensure you have checked for the high point in the space.
Hang system rail according to floor-based process steps.
Prepare and hang partitions. If using par feet for support, attach par feet during this step.
Install top, middle and bottom fixed shelves.
Level system from the high spot in the room. Slide your level across the top of the system and adjust the partition suspension brackets accordingly.
Lower the partition to the ground at the high point and level the remainder of the system.
Plumb the system from left to right using a 2 or 4-foot level to ensure it is square.
If partitions are longer than 6 feet, check for levelness in two spots: high and low.
Secure corner brackets to the wall.
Close the corner bracket caps.
When everything is secure, close all caps and press firmly to ensure they are closed.
If the corner bracket does not close, create a slight bend in the cap using your finger.
If using shims for support, place them under the front and back of each partition.
Ensure they are flush or inset half of the partition width if visible.
Related Training Materials
Skeleton Fundamentals
PPE Matrix
Next Steps:
Complete the Installation
System Touch Ups
Cleaning the System & Jobsite
Delivery to the Customer
PPE Matrix
Certification Steps:
System rail is hung according to the height of the partition and high point of the space.
Shims or par feet are used for support under the front and back of the partitions.
If applicable: Baseboards have been removed cleanly or partitions have been notched.
Partitions are secured to the wall.
Tips from the Field
Tips submitted by fellow installers and leaders in the field. These optional tips are intended to make this install process simpler.
Click here to submit your own tip from the field.
Terms & Definitions
Elevation | The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant with the client. |
Level | The wall or system is horizontally straight. |
Plumb | The wall or system is vertically straight. |
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