Measure the room
Acclimate the wood flooring
Prepare the subfloor
Remove baseboards and trim
Install underlayment if needed
Plan the layout
Start from a straight wall
Leave expansion gaps
Cut boards to fit
Stagger the joints
Secure the boards
Continue row by row
Use a tapping block and pull bar
Cut around obstacles
Install the last row
Reinstall baseboards and trim
Clean the floor
Inspect for gaps or loose boards