{"title":"Flooring Installation Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tapping block with a D-handle works with most types of flooring including resilient vinyl tile, laminate, and hardwood planks – while keeping your hands entirely out of the strike zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tapping block, a pull bar, expansion joint spacers, and wedges are essential tools for a flawless, long-lasting installation, especially with floating floors like laminate, engineered wood, and luxury vinyl plank (LVP). These tools ensure the structural integrity and longevity of the floor. They work together to securely lock planks without damaging the delicate edges and provide critical gaps that allow floating floors (like laminate or vinyl) to naturally expand and contract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're tackling multiple projects, look for a reversible tapping block like ROBERTS 10-49 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-49\/roberts-10-inch-double-tap-reversible-tapping-block\"\u003e10\" Double Tap Reversible Tapping Block\u003c\/a\u003e with edges designed for tongue and groove and click-lock floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pull bar like ROBERTS 10-18-8 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-18-8\/roberts-pro-pull-bar-16-25-inch-long-for-all-tongue-and-groove-flooring\"\u003ePro Pull Bar\u003c\/a\u003e is great to pull the edges of wood, laminate, or vinyl planks tightly together. It allows you to eliminate visible gaps and lock seams securely in tight spaces where a standard tapping block won't fit. If you want to up your tool selection, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-018\/roberts-the-maverick-wide-angle-pull-bar-for-vinyl-laminate-wood-flooring\"\u003eROBERTS 10-018 THE MAVERICK\u003c\/a\u003e™ is ideal to close gaps and tighten seams in small spaces during laminate and wood flooring installation. Its 16\" length gives access to spots where a tapping block does not fit, like under toe kicks, without exposing fingers to the hits of the mallet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloating floors naturally expand and contract as the heat and humidity changes in their environment. Spacers like ROBERTS 10-36 patented \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-36\/roberts-4-in-1-expansion-joint-spacers\"\u003e4-in-1 Expansion Joint Spacers\u003c\/a\u003e provide the necessary room, ensuring the floor doesn't buckle, cup, or squeak when it expands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWedges like ROBERTS 10-27 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-27\/roberts-expansion-joint-wedge-spacers-for-laminate-and-wood-floor-30-pack\"\u003eExpansion Joint Wedge Spacers\u003c\/a\u003e are designed to lock the initial rows tightly in place, preventing the boards from shifting while you install subsequent rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBetter yet, choose a flooring installation kit like ROBERTS 10-26 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-26\/roberts-flooring-installation-kit-for-laminate-and-wood-flooring-with-30-spacers\"\u003eKit for Laminate \u0026amp; Wood Flooring\u003c\/a\u003e which includes the do-it-yourself tools needed for small jobs. This value kit includes the necessary wedges for proper spacing from walls to allow for laminate or wood floor expansion and contraction, a tapping block, and pull bar that makes joining planks easy. ROBERTS 10-43 \u003ca href=\"\/products\/10-43\/roberts-pro-flooring-installation-kit\"\u003ePro Flooring Installation Kit\u003c\/a\u003e is a great choice for floating or glue-down installations. It includes a tapping block, pull bar, double faced mallet and (30) 4-in-1 expansion spacers, with the added benefit that all tools are reusable for your next install project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"10-18-8","title":"Pro Pull Bar - 16.25\" Long for All Tongue \u0026 Groove Flooring","description":"The ROBERTS 3 in. Pro Pull Bar helps tighten seams in small spaces during laminate and wood flooring installation. This pull bar will reach against a wall or toe kick where a tapping block will not fit. The 16.25 in. pull bar features premium steel construction that holds up to frequent use with a mallet.","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906011902171,"sku":"10-18-8","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-18-8_Pro-Pull-Bar-1625-in-Long-for-All-Tongue--Groove-Flooring_1_crfcg4qbkytr_20230202.jpg?v=1782341028"},{"product_id":"10-27","title":"Expansion Joint Wedge Spacers for Laminate \u0026 Wood Floor (30 pack)","description":"ROBERTS Expansion Joint Wedge Spacers are designed to create the necessary space between the floor covering and wall in floating flooring installations. When flooring manufacturer instructions are followed, these spacers create enough space to allow flooring to expand and contract without damage. Use 1 spacer for a 1\/4 in. expansion joint or 2 spacers placed in opposition for a 3\/8 in. expansion joint.","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906012262619,"sku":"10-27","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-27_Expansion-Joint-Wedge-Spacers-for-Laminate--Wood-Floor-30-pack_1_fmtfqkauo1tk_20220915.jpg?v=1782341050"},{"product_id":"10-36","title":"4-in-1 Expansion Joint Spacers","description":"ROBERTS® patented 4-in-1 Expansion Joint Spacers lay flat on the flooring and won't tip over while installing floating\/glue-down vinyl, laminate or hardwood flooring. They create 1\/4”, 3\/8” and 1\/2\" gaps, and can be used for spacing when installing thresholds. Expansion joints create a perimeter between your flooring and walls, and help protect your floors from damage during expansion and contraction in room temperature fluctuations. US Patent No. 12,024,897","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906014261467,"sku":"10-36","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-36_4-in-1-Expansion-Joint-Spacers_1_hmpbfu1pqlbi_20250702.jpg?v=1782341028"},{"product_id":"10-43","title":"Pro Flooring Installation Kit","description":"Install vinyl, laminate, and hardwood flooring like a professional with the ROBERTS® Pro Flooring Installation Kit. Great for floating or glue-down installations, this kit includes a tapping block, pull bar, double faced mallet and 30 4-in-1 expansion spacers that do not tip over during installation. This kit is reusable for future wood and vinyl flooring projects.  US Patent No. 12,024,897","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906015047899,"sku":"10-43","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-43_Pro-Flooring-Installation-Kit_1_rp5ov5ujewlw_20250603.jpg?v=1782341053"},{"product_id":"10-26","title":"Flooring Installation Kit for Laminate \u0026 Wood Flooring w\/ 30 Spacers","description":"The ROBERTS 10-26 Laminate Flooring Installation kit includes the do-it-yourself tools needed for small jobs. This value kit includes the needed wedges for proper spacing from walls to allow for laminate floor expansion and contraction. The small tapping block and pull bar makes joining laminate pieces easy. This kit also includes trilingual instructions. For larger, multi-room installations please consider the ROBERTS professional pull bars, tapping blocks and wedge packs.","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906020192475,"sku":"10-26","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-26_Flooring-Installation-Kit-for-Laminate--Wood-Flooring-w--30-Spacers_1_d37jsmunaqhn_20220915.jpg?v=1782341053"},{"product_id":"10-49","title":"10\" Double Tap Reversible Tapping Block","description":"ROBERTS® 10\" Double Tap® Reversible Tapping Block is designed to push planks together without damaging the flooring or your fingers. Dual sided, with edges designed for tongue and groove and click-lock floors, this patented D-handle tapping block works with most types of flooring including resilient vinyl tile, laminate and hardwood planks. Robust yet easy to use, the offset handle allows you to secure the flooring in place using a soft-head mallet to tap and connect boards. US Patent No. 12,188,242","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906022191323,"sku":"10-49","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-49_10-in-Double-Tap-Reversible-Tapping-Block_1_wvbkpmccix35_20231114.jpg?v=1782341025"},{"product_id":"10-018","title":"THE MAVERICK Wide Angle Pull Bar for Vinyl, Laminate, Wood Flooring","description":"ROBERTS® THE MAVERICK™ Wide Angle Pull Bar is a heavy-duty tool that does not bend against mallet hits. It is ideal to close gaps and tighten seams in small spaces during laminate and wood flooring installation. This pull bar features a triangular head that absorbs 10 times the strike force of a mallet, compared to a standard N-shaped pull bar to help prevent bending, flexing, or installation failure, and helping to extend the life of the tool. Its 16\" length gives access to spots where a tapping block does not fit, like under toe kicks without exposing fingers to the hits of the mallet. THE MAVERICK™ features premium 4mm steel construction for maximum durability that holds up to frequent use with a mallet.","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906027139291,"sku":"10-018","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-018_THE-MAVERICK-Wide-Angle-Pull-Bar-for-Vinyl-Laminate-Wood-Flooring_1_na3bqdzcyhqq_20230417.jpg?v=1782341067"},{"product_id":"10-25","title":"Tapping Block - 2.75\" x 9.25\" x 0.50\"","description":"The ROBERTS Universal Tapping Block is designed to push planks together without damaging the flooring. Two sided, and with edges designed for tongue and groove and click lock floors, the unique design of this tapping block works with most types of flooring including resilient vinyl tile, laminate and hardwood planks. It is easy to use by lightly tapping the tongue and groove boards together to create a tight seam. The 9.25 in. width provides plenty of space to tap with a soft head mallet only, not with a metal hammer, to protect your flooring tongue or edge from damage during installation, contributing to professional results.","brand":"ROBERTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48906027434203,"sku":"10-25","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/files\/ROBERTS_10-25_Tapping-Block-275-in-x-925-in-x-050-in_1_ktwifh1e0dbe_20220921.jpg?v=1782341064"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/4066\/3515\/collections\/Flooring-Installation-Tools_2500x651px.jpg?v=1781821717","url":"https:\/\/www.qep.com\/collections\/flooring-installation-tools.oembed","provider":"shopQEP.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}