Installation Guide

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NOTE: Various Federal, State, and Local government agencies
have regulations governing the removal of in-place asbestos-
containing material. If you contemplate the removal of a resilient
asbestos, you must review and comply with all applicable
regulations. Do not sand, dry sweep, dry scrape, drill, saw, bead
backing, lining felt, asphalt “cut-back” adhesive, or other adhesive.
silica. Avoid creating dust. Inhalation of such dust is a cancer
and respiratory tract hazard. Smoking by individuals exposed to
positively certain that the product is a non-asbestos containing
material, you must presume it contains asbestos. Regulations may
require that the material be tested to determine asbestos content.
RFCI’s Recommended Work Practices for Removal of Resilient
information, visit the Resilient Floor Covering Institute website at
www.rfci.com.
OTHER SUBFLOORS
GENERAL CONDITIONS
and start new with the original base. Recognizing that there are certain
as terrazzo, marble, ceramic tile, or quarry tiles may be a suitable
substrate for LVT if properly prepared. Note: Special attention in the
preparation of these substrates must be taken. Consult with substrate
preparation material supplier for appropriate material selections,
application requirements, and warranty information. The responsibility
of the assessment, determination, and selection of the substrate
preparation material, along with application and product performance,
rests with the applicator and preparation material provider.
These materials are porous and allow
moisture and pH, as outlined in the "Moisture and Alkalinity" subsection
tolerances of the appropriate adhesive, moisture mitigation is required.
Any loose or damaged tiles must be repaired or removed. Thoroughly
clean the surface to remove all old sealants, varnishes, oil, grease, wax,
key for self-leveling compounds or preparation materials. Follow the
Existing Resilient Floors: LVT may be installed over a single layer
substrates (never below grade), when properly prepared. Never
contaminants must be properly stripped. Indented or damaged areas
must be replaced or repaired. Use appropriate patching, repair or
embossing levelers.
Embossing Levelers: Use embossing levelers on sheet goods with
and leveler-related issues. Note: The use of embossing levelers on
Metal Substrates: It may be possible to install directly over steel,
stainless steel, aluminum, and lead substrates using the appropriate
adhesive but confirm and follow the adhesive manufacturers
recommendations. These types of substrates must be thoroughly
cleaned, dried and free of dust, dirt, wax, paint, grease, or any other
contaminates that may interfere with the adhesive bond. The surface
may require cleaning with mineral spirits to remove oil or grease prior to
abrading or lightly sanding the surface to achieve a satisfactory bond.
A bond test should be performed prior to installation. Metal substrates
require the non- porous application method. Due to the softness of lead,
it is recommended that it be coated with a minimum of 1/8” cement-
applications of lead, it must be understood that lead will indent quite
easily. A bond test should be performed prior to installation. Contact
Customer Service for details.
Polymeric Poured Floors:
not they are well bonded to the substrate and are subject to issues with
excessive moisture. Thus, it is recommended that polymeric poured
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Radiant Heat: Radiant heating systems must be cast ½" below the
surface of the concrete slab, and should be operating at least 2 weeks
system to 68°F 48 hours before, at all times during, and 72 hours after
increased 72 hours after installation, but the surface temperature should
never exceed 85°F. Note: For best performance it is recommended
to use a
Follow adhesive manufacturers instructions.
Removal of Existing Resilient Flooring - Asbestos Abatement:
It is recommended following the Resilient Floor Covering Institute
Guidelines for removal of existing tile and mastic. Existing resilient
adhesive removers or solvents is strictly prohibited. Any mastic remover
residue including Soy or Citrus products can attack and break down
covering warranties do not cover instances where adhesive removers
Concrete Curing, Sealing, Hardening or Parting Compounds:
curing concrete for seven days is recommended, if at all possible.
This will prevent the need to use curing, sealing, hardening, or parting
Some contain wax, soap, oils, or silicones, and must be removed prior
a concrete or terrazzo grinder, or by shot-blasting. Some materials are
advertised as being “dissipative,” but should not be taken for granted.
Always conduct bond tests to determine the need for removal (see
“Adhesive Bond Testing” section, directly below).
ADHESIVE BOND TESTING
with the adhesives, or to determine if the porous or non-porous adhesive
installation procedures. Tape the edges with duct tape to prevent the
those located next to walls or columns. The adhesive should be dry
adhesive is dry at this point, but not cured. Full cure and maximum
bond will not occur for 6-8 days. On large installations, tests should be
performed every 50 linear feet.
Product Description
Dryback LVT/LVP
Installation Method
Glue Down