Ensuring tight seams can be challenging when installing the recycled leather tiles.  The best method to ensure a very tight seam is to apply the tiles with a slight concave application.

Apply the tile to the substrate on both sides. Leave just enough space to put a small finger in between the tile and the substrate in the middle of the tile.  Push the tile downward. The extra pressure will tighten the tiles against each other.   You may wish to practice ahead of time on tiles without adhesive to develop your skills.

Should you make a mistake, slowly peel up the recycled leather tile with the aid of a utility knife.  Cut the adhesive free from the substrate and or tile being careful not to damage the tile. Reapply the adhesive to these areas.

During installation, do not cover floor tiles with plastic. The use of roll paper is preferred for any unavoidable traffic.

Stain (do not paint) the subfloor with a color similar to the tiles. This way if you are off in laying the tile and have a gap between tiles, the gap will be less obvious. Use a water-based stain, not an oil-based one.

Do not allow any traffic onto dry adhesive. This will cause a coating of dirt onto the adhesive and inhibit it from being effective in holding the tiles. 


Ensure low humidity during the acclimation time by turning on the AC in the room.  This will only work if the room remains enclosed and with the AC running constantly during the acclimation period.