W.F. Taylor Co., Inc.

IVC Infuze

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Redi-Set Film

Mihir — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:02:45 +0000

MS-Plus Resilient MBA™ Launch

Mihir — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:34:12 +0000

November 28, 2011 – FONTANA, CA, W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. (HQ)

Recognizing the need to improve upon two part urethanes and epoxies, W.F. Taylor now introduces the next great innovation in floor installation adhesives with Taylor MS-Plus Resilient MBA™. Environmentally favorable, using Bio-Renewable raw materials and GREENGUARD certified for good indoor air quality, MS-Plus Resilient MBA™ is the single component product installers have long been asking for.

MS-Plus Resilient MBA™ may be used to install a broad variety of vinyl, rubber, polyolefin, and fiberglass backed flooring products as well as recycled content resilient flooring. Installation time is greatly reduced.

Taylor MS Plus Resilient Adhesive brings you these outstanding features:

100% Solids
No Odor, No Solvents, No Isocyanates
One Component
Easy Troweling
Rapid Strength Build Speeds Installation
High Strength Flexible Waterproof Bond
Plasticizer Migration Resistant
Use Over Broad Variety of Porous & Non-Porous Subfloors
Contains No Hazardous Ingredients
Anti-Microbial Protected
GREENGUARD Certified for Low VOC Emissions
Qualifies for LEED credits, Meets California CHPS 01350 & SCAQMD Rule 1168 Requirements
Saves Money, Time, & Material Waste
No Discarding of Unused Mixed Adhesive
Available in Convenient Two Gallon Pails

Contact your nearest Taylor Distributor or call (800-397-4583) or (800-868-4583) for sourcing. For more information visit product page by clicking here.

MSPR MBA Flyer

Mihir — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:27:45 +0000

MS-Plus Resilient MBA™

Mihir — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 18:51:44 +0000

IVC iGrip

Mihir — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 18:46:03 +0000

Max Moisture and pH Levels

Mihir — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:18:35 +0000

Shaw Brochure

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IVC Sales Sheet

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SHAW 3-IN-1 Flyer

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Shaw 4062

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Shaw 350

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Shaw 200

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Shaw 70

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Shaw 3-IN-1

Mihir — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:26:20 +0000

Redi-Set® Sell Sheet (Front)

Mihir — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:53:35 +0000

Redi-Set® Sell Sheet (Back)

Mihir — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 19:53:15 +0000

Redi-Set™ Floor Installation Film

Mihir — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 17:11:16 +0000

July 26, 2011 – FONTANA, CA, W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. (HQ)

Once again thinking “outside the box” to offer performance enhancement and ease of use to the flooring industry, W.F. Taylor now introduces the next innovation in flooring adhesives with Taylor Redi-Set Floor Installation Film. A patent pending fully cured pressure sensitive adhesive film, Redi-Set is environmentally favorable, using Bio-Renewable raw materials and is Greenguard certified for good indoor air quality.

Redi-Set may be used to install a broad variety of flooring products. The ready to use adhesive film makes required flash-off and dry time a thing of the past while eliminating any characteristic adhesive odor. Installation time is greatly reduced.

Taylor Redi-Set Floor Installation Film brings you these outstanding features:

Save Money, Time, & Material Waste
Easy Installation Method
No Special Tools Required
Speeds Installation
No Dry Time Required
Install Carpet Tile, Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank, VCT, Sheet Flooring, Fiberglass Backed Flooring, Cork, Carpet Pad, Wall Base, Stair Tread, Transitions & Reducers, and Access Flooring Panels.
No Mess, No Odor, No Solvents
Contains No Hazardous Ingredients
GREENGUARD Certified for Low VOC Emissions
Qualifies for LEED credits, meets California CHPS 01350 & SCAQMD Rule 1168 Requirements
Available in 24”, 12” & 3.5” Wide Rolls

Contact your nearest Taylor Distributor or call (800-397-4583) or (800-868-4583) for sourcing. Soon to be offered through DIY retail channels. To learn more about Redi-Set, go to the website www.RediSetFilm.com

Media Contact:

Mihir Gandhi
W. F. Taylor Co., Inc.
(951) 360-6677 ext: 100

mgandhi@wftaylor.com

MSP – Green Home Guide

Mihir — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:05:12 +0000

Redesigned, Revamped Website

Mihir — Tue, 31 May 2011 19:32:08 +0000

May 31, 2011 – FONTANA, CA, W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. (HQ) has launched its revamped website. This dramatically redesigned site, created by Taylor’s in-house Creative Design Manager, Mihir Gandhi, embodies Taylor’s forward–thinking vision and commitment to the growing needs of its patrons. Based on extensive research with current technologies, it offers:

Streamlined searching and more refined navigation
Rich, robust content including more intuitive product detail pages
Direct access to product-categories from almost every page
Easy access to a library of documents such as Installation bulletins, MSDS and Spec sheets
Order Online access to all products from almost every page
Easy access to key cluster of popular Product Sell sheets

“With changing information needs, introduction of many new Taylor products, and the availability of new web technology, it was time for a comprehensive restructuring of the online window to our products and services.”

– President & CEO, Jack Raidy Jr., W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. agrees.

Annually, thousands of users visit www.wftaylor.com to get product details, search for adhesive-products pertaining to different flooring types / categories, check MSDS and/or SPECS, order products electronically, sign up for newsletter, get installation /job-related help, read installation bulletins and take advantage of the myriad of other features the website offers. The development of the new site began earlier in 2011. And we are please to announce and promise following:

Improved Navigation and Searching
Easy fluid access to key Product Information
Upcoming installation and other information Video Clips
Accessibility through out Cross-Platforms (Desktop / Laptop / iPhone / iPad / other tablets / mobile devices)

About Taylor – W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. – an industry pacesetter in the development of floor covering adhesives and floor preparation. Taylor’s commitment to the environment was first demonstrated in the early 1990s with the development and introduction of its Envirotec® Healthguard Adhesive Technology. Taylor’s Envirotec® line – the first environmentally friendly adhesive products – meets all the requirements of the CRI Green Label Plus™ Program and first to achieve the coveted Greenguard® Certification.

Media Contact:

Mihir Gandhi
W. F. Taylor Co., Inc.
(951) 360-6677 ext: 100

mgandhi@wftaylor.com

IVC FLEX-TECH

Mihir — Mon, 23 May 2011 19:36:02 +0000

IVC FLEX-SEAM

Mihir — Mon, 23 May 2011 19:29:09 +0000

IVC Flex-Prim

Mihir — Mon, 23 May 2011 18:57:42 +0000

Update: MS-Plus Advance™

Mihir — Sun, 15 May 2011 17:57:37 +0000

For Immediate Press Release

Revised from December 14, 2009 – W.F. Taylor introduces Meta-Tec® MS-PLUS ADVANCE™ Wood Flooring Adhesive

Never satisfied with the status quo, W.F. Taylor introduces its new Taylor Meta-tec® MS-Plus Advance™ Wood Flooring Adhesive (“MS Plus Advance“). With the introduction of this advanced next generation adhesive, W.F. Taylor has enhanced its highly successful 100% solids Meta-Tec® MS-Plus modified silane polymer wood flooring adhesive to offer even higher performance and greater user friendliness.

In addition to excellent bonding properties for all types of wood flooring and bamboo, Taylor Meta-Tec® MS-Plus Advance™ offers excellent concrete moisture inhibition and sound deadening properties, and crack isolation in a single one coat application. Using the Taylor Glide-On™ Trowel (available through W.F. Taylor), a single adhesive coat is applied and the flooring can be immediately laid into the adhesive. This application method saves time and money for the end user while helping to protect the flooring from excessive concrete moisture of up to 85% relative humidity. The Glide-On™ application also provides excellent sound inhibition ratings in accordance with ASTM standards Impact Insulation Class (IIC) – 66 with ceiling ASTM E 492-04 and 52 without ceiling, and Sound Transmission Class (STC) – 65 with ceiling ASTM E 90-04 and 51 without ceiling, and will also bridge existing cracks in concrete substrates up to the industry standard of 1/8″ (3 mm).

Further enhancements include extension of the working time to lay into the adhesive for up to 70 minutes (dependent on job site conditions). Trowel ridge retention has been improved for better handling and troweling and improved adhesive transfer to the back of the flooring. This improved MS-PLUS ADVANCE REOLOGY (now offered in four gallon pails) gives the user the ability to ship 50% more adhesive per pallet, saving on freight and number of units required for the installation.

With these advanced enhancements, Taylor Meta-Tec® MS-Plus Advance™ Wood Flooring Adhesive retains all of the outstanding properties that make MS Plus the most advanced wood flooring adhesive on the market. Meta-tec® MS-Plus Advance™ is a 100% solids solvent free, isocyanate free and water free adhesive with exceptional early green grab, and may be used to install all types of wood and bamboo flooring. Meta-tec® MS-Plus Advance™, along with MS Plus, Taylor 2071 and Taylor 2051, are the only wood flooring adhesives certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute for low VOC’s, thus meeting all indoor air quality requirements, and earning LEED credits.

The inclusion of the patented Meta-Tec® cross-linking chemistry with modified silane polymer moisture cure properties givesTaylor Meta-tec® MS-Plus Advance™ a unique dual curing system that is unmatched by any other modified silane polymer based product currently on the market.

Taylor continues to be the undisputed leader in flooring adhesive technology, consistently incorporating product performance advancement to offer the installer advantages they need. Visit your Taylor product distributor today!

Media Contact:

Mihir Gandhi
W. F. Taylor Co., Inc.
(951) 360-6677 ext: 100

mgandhi@wftaylor.com

Bulletin-1019

Mihir — Tue, 10 May 2011 20:48:42 +0000

Hollow spots in hardwood installations are an issue that has been addressed by many and understood only by a few. It should be noted a hollow spot that occurs in a hardwood installation is not an adhesive related issue, but an issue of insufficient substrate preparation.

The NWFA (National Wood Flooring Association) recommendation for flatness of the substrate for an engineered hardwood floor installation is no more than 3/16” deflection within any 10 foot radius of the floor. If the substrate exhibits any deflection greater than 3/16” in any 10 foot radius, then proper subfloor preparation steps must be employed. These steps can include grinding the substrate and/or leveling with a Portland underlayment. Failure to insure the substrate is flat can and will result in the occurrence of hollow spots within a glue down installation.

The flatness of the substrate becomes even more important depending upon the hardwood product being installed. It is imperative to have a flat substrate when installing boards that are greater than ½” in thickness and greater than 5” in width. The thicker the board and the wider the board, the less likely this board will conform to any deflection with the substrate, and thus the occurrence of a hollow spot.

It should be noted that most adhesives on the market today are not designed to be “gap” fillers. This means they are not designed to fill the void area in an uneven substrate. However, the MS-Plus Advance™ adhesive is 100% solids and can be utilized to fill these occasional voids. Since the MS-Plus Advance™ is 100% solids, it means the adhesive does not shrink when cured and can completely fill this void area. It should be noted, the MS-Plus Advance™ is not designed to be a floor patch, but can be used to fill the occasional area the installer missed during his floor preparation.

Floor “popping” occurs when a board is installed over an adhesive that maintains some reattachment qualities over a substrate area that has not been properly prepared. When the board is stepped on the board is attempting to reattach itself to the adhesive, but the board’s memory to go back to a flat position causes it to “pop” out of the adhesive. These areas generally exhibit little or no adhesive transfer to the back of the board at the time of the installation. Without the 100% transfer of adhesive to the back of the board, the reattachment quality cannot be achieved. Again, this “popping” is not an adhesive related issue, but one that can be avoided by proper substrate preparation prior to installation.

Minor hollow spot issues and floor “popping” may be remedied by utilizing one of the hardwood repair kits on the market. However, it should also be noted that in many instances the severity of the problem may require the removal of the hardwood floor and performing the required substrate preparation and installing a new floor on the properly prepared substrate.

Bulletin-1017

Mihir — Tue, 10 May 2011 20:46:33 +0000

Cupping and crowning have been seen in various hardwood and bamboo installations and can be caused by various sources of moisture intrusion. However, the one factor which is common to all cupping and crowning complaints is moisture. Most cupping/crowning issues have been seen in solid wood floors, which are essentially 75% less stable than any engineered hardwood floor. Another product which has a propensity to cup and crown is bamboo. Bamboo is a grass and not a wood product, and thus has differing cell structures and reacts differently than hardwoods.

Hardwoods and bamboo will cup for one reason and one only – they gain or lose moisture from one side faster than the other. (See Figure 1) Typically, when cupping occurs, the surface of the boards will be concave (the edges will be higher the center of the boards). This indicates the back of the boards are absorbing water vapor (moisture) to a point where expansion occurs. If sufficient expansion areas are not maintained during the installation, buckling of the flooring will occur.

If the cupped boards are dried soon after their initial exposure, they will usually return to a flat position. However, if they remain cupped long enough, the stresses within the boards may be sufficient enough that even after drying they will remain cupped.

Another factor which can contribute to the propensity of a product to cup is the way the hardwood is sawn. Plain sawn boards have grain (growth rings flat with the board). This is also known as flat sawn wood. Slight curves in the growth rings will make the boards cup slightly, especially when manufactured in wider width. Quarter sawn boards have grain (growth rings) that are vertical to the board wide dimension. Expansion will follow along the grain pattern on both of these. Therefore, when the quarter sawn product is exposed to moisture, it will actually gain in thickness of the product. (See Figure 2)

Flat sawn boards have growth rings that are flat with the board
Quarter Sawn have growth rings that are vertical to the boards width dimension

Some cupping should be considered normal especially in wide planks, those that are 5”, 6” 7” and wider, particularly in flat sawn boards.

Crowning of the floor surface may occur because of the above conditions; however, the moisture source is topical. Another reason crowning can occur is with a ¾” unfinished hardwood floor. After the floor was initially installed it showed signs of cupping prior to sanding and finishing. The floor was then sanded and finished – the customer moves in starts the HVAC system thus removing the moisture source and the wood contracts creating a crowning problem. (See Figure 3)

Crowned Floor Result When Moisture Source Is Removed

The first step that should be taken in curing a cupped/crowned floor is to determine and remove the moisture source. Check the grade; make sure that a hydrostatic condition does not exist. If there is a crawl space under the house; make sure that it is dry. Look at the foundation in the crawl space to see if any water may have been flowing underneath it during heavy rainfalls. Check the exterior drainage of the building lot. Make sure the flow of rain water is away from the house. Has the homeowner installed any French drains if the flow is toward the foundation? Are there any weep holes in the foundation that can be a channel for moisture intrusion? Is there an intact vapor barrier beneath the on grade concrete subfloor?

Other questions that need to be addressed when looking at a cupping complaint is were the hardwood flooring/adhesive acclimated to the job site prior to the installation? Was the HVAC system operational at the time of the installation? Were sufficient (specific quantity for the size of the installation) moisture tests performed prior to the installation? (Either CaCl₂ or Relative Humidity tests) Did the consumer use any topical cleaner on the floor that may have imparted moisture into the flooring? Have there been any significant humidity changes since the installation? Are there any plumbing issues that may have lead to the cupping of the hardwood flooring

Moisture cured adhesives such as MS (modified silane polymers) and moisture cured urethanes will not and cannot contribute to the cupping or crowning of wood. These products do not have any water in them. Cupping is a direct result of moisture (water intrusion), and nothing else. These adhesives depend upon moisture for the adhesive to cure. If any moisture comes in contact with the adhesive, it will begin to set up in the pail, and create a film on top of the adhesive. Therefore, other avenues of moisture intrusion need to be investigated. Once the moisture issue has been corrected, cupping may be alleviated by using a dehumidifier in the affected area.

705 Edge-Lock Flyer

Mihir — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:42:48 +0000

1410 FAQs

Mihir — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:41:53 +0000

1410 ad-copy for FCI

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2020 Flyer

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2037 Flyer

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2071 Flyer (Back)

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2071 Flyer (Front)

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2083 Flyer

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2085 Flyer

Mihir — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 20:31:09 +0000

2091 Flyer

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2100 Delta Force Flyer

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MSPA Sample-Board label

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MSPA Flyer

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MSPA ad-copy for NFT

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MSPA Comparison ad-copy

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Wood Products Flyer

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Bulletin-1018

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:03:36 +0000

To insure the proper adhesion between the plywood and concrete subfloor, the following instructions must be followed. Use .” exterior, association grade (American Plywood Association, TECO, etc.) cut into 4 ft. x 4 ft. sections. Score (kerf) the backside of the plywood 3/8” deep every 8” to 10” in both length and width directions. (There should be a minimum of 6 cuts in each 4 ft. x 4 ft. board)

Use a 3/16” x 3/16” x 3/16” square notch trowel to spread the MS-Plus adhesive on the concrete subfloor. The spread rate for this application is approximately 35 ft.2/gallon. Set the plywood sheet into the wet adhesive; add weights as necessary to ensure the plywood remains in contact with the adhesive as it cures. Allow the adhesive to cure overnight before proceeding with the flooring installation.

Bulletin-1020

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 22:01:51 +0000

Telegraphing refers to the state of a resilient floor covering (vinyl sheets or tiles, VCT, rubber, etc.) as it conforms to the subfloor topography of whatever is underneath it.

Telegraphing is associated with installation and maintenance methods, and should not be claimed as an adhesive-related issue. The Taylor resilient flooring adhesives are designed to perform correctly when used according to our installation instructions and according to the flooring manufacturer’s guidelines, and are not themselves the cause of telegraphing. The adhesive should always be applied and rolled out as specified by Taylor and in accordance with the flooring manufacturer guidelines:

Use the correct trowel and hold the trowel at the correct angle while applying the adhesive.
Do not allow the adhesive to over-cure before the flooring is placed. If the adhesive sets too long, it will not “flatten out” after the flooring materials are laid and rolled.
Roll the flooring immediately after it is placed into the adhesive to flatten the ridges and ensure correct adhesive transfer.
For installing thin gauge resilient flooring, or flooring susceptible to telegraphing, consider rolling the adhesive with a short-nap paint roller after the correct amount has been applied with a trowel.
If telegraphing is a recurring problem on a particular installation, consult the flooring manufacturer for help with specific recommendation or remedy.

Possible causes for telegraphing effects on resilient flooring include:

Surface striations and swirls on the subfloor. Existing floor coverings, wood, concrete or other substrates should be rendered smooth by sanding or skim coating.
Not following exact maintenance procedures. Do not begin wet cleaning and buffing too soon after installation.
Initial high speed buffing equipment can heat up vinyl and VCT floors causing telegraphing to appear. Until protective layers of 3-5 coats of polish have been built up, the pad or brush can contact the actual flooring surface, causing burn marks and swirls.

Bulletin-1016

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:53:52 +0000

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

The installation of wood floors is an endeavor, which requires more preparation, and craftsmanship than any other type of flooring an installer may work with. Building construction and climate are extremely important factors to be considered before, during and after a wood floor installation. Wood, being a product of nature, has characteristics unlike other common types of flooring and must be understood to be worked with successfully. When glue down installation is necessary for solid wood flooring specific pre-installation instructions must be followed for a successful installation. Thin-gauged solid wood is extremely sensitive to adverse job site conditions.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Building moisture due to construction faults or environmental moisture (in excess) is a major concern with wood flooring. The National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association suggests checking for the following conditions:

Outside the Home

Eave overhang and gutters. Are they moving water away from the foundation?
Does natural slope move rainwater away from foundation, crawl space, basement, or concrete slab? Are there any raised flower beds, swimming pools or ponds that could introduce moisture?

Inside the Home

Is there a sense of damp, moist or stagnant air when entering the home? Are heating and air conditioning systems operational? Are all major appliances properly vented to release warm, moist air? Are outside doors adjoining patio properly caulked and weatherproofed?
Is there any leaking or condensation coming from plumbing in the area where the floor is to be installed?
Does the slab contain a 6-mil poly moisture barrier or equal, or is the soil within the crawl space properly covered with 6-mil polyfilm moisture barrier? Is concrete slab moisture level suitable for installation?

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

Follow wood floor manufacturers instructions for installation of their products. Temperature and humidity of the installation site should be consistently maintained at 60-70º F and 40-50% RH for at least 4-5 days prior to installation The adhesive should also be temperature acclimated in the installation site for at least 48 hours prior to usage. Wood flooring products should be delivered, broken out of their packaging, and stored in the installation site during the same length of time to allow the flooring to acclimate to the site conditions.

Installation should not proceed if the temperature in the installation site is below 60 F. The temperature and humidity levels must be properly controlled before, during, and after the installation. All windows and doors must be in place and the HVAC (air conditioning and heating) system must be working to control the environment during and after the installation.

SUITABLE SUBFLOORS

Approved subfloors are on or above grade concrete, APA trademarked plywood underlayment, Association grade particleboard, underlayment grade OSB, fully adhered non-cushioned vinyl tile and sheet, and terrazzo. NOTE: Some wood flooring is not recommended below grade. Do not use Taylor adhesives over substrates not approved by the wood flooring manufacturer.

Concrete slabs containing antifreeze chemicals, and mixtures or curing compounds that are hydroscopic are not acceptable. Concrete that has been sealed is not acceptable and must be removed.

Loose laid and perimeter bond sheet goods, and rubber floor tiles are not acceptable subfloors.

Radiant Heated Substrates

Follow wood flooring manufacturers recommendation for each specific wood flooring product. Taylor Meta-Tec adhesives can be used with wood flooring approved for radiant heated substrates when the surface temperature does not exceed 85 F. It is recommended the heat be turned off 24 hours prior to, during, and 24 hours after installation. When the radiant heat must be left on to maintain an acceptable surface temperature the working time of the adhesive may be reduced. Therefore, during the installation, occasionally lift a newly installed plank to ensure 100% transfer of adhesive to wood flooring (see label for proper instructions).

SUBFLOOR CONDITION

In order to ensure the successful installation of the wood floor, certain minimal subfloor conditions must be met. It is the sole responsibility of the installer to ensure that the subfloor conditions are acceptable. Prior to beginning the installation, the subfloor must be structurally sound, fully adhered, level, clean, dry and alkali free.

Structurally Sound: The subfloor must be fastened securely and supported to resist squeaking and flexing.

Fully Adhered: Vinyl flooring must be 100% securely bonded. Wood subfloors must be completely and securely nailed down.

Level: The subfloor must be smooth, flat, and level to 3/16″ in a 10′ radius. High spots must be ground level. All low spots must be filled with a polymer modified cementitious patching compound, which must be allowed to fully cure prior to floor installation. Do not use gypsum based floor patches, which are not structurally sound enough and may break apart during normal floor movement.

Clean: The subfloor must be free of dirt, dust, wax, grease, oil, paint, old adhesive, or any substance that may interfere with adhesion. Finish should be removed from existing hard surface flooring to ensure good mechanical bonding. Existing floor coverings should be surface treated to remove any maintenance finishes. Removal of existing sheet flooring must be done according to RFCI guidelines (see asbestos removal).

Dry: All subfloors must be tested for moisture content and migration. The moisture content of concrete must be measured with an impedance type moisture encounter meter specifically designed for concrete moisture measurements. Readings should not exceed 4%. Note that this will measure only the moisture present in the slab at the particular time of measurement. Of equal or greater concern is the amount of moisture vapor migrating or passing through the slab to the surface. The calcium chloride test is the only quantitative test available at this time and must be performed to determine the extent of moisture passing through the slab. The emission of moisture through the slab must not exceed 3 pounds/1000 square feet/24 hours. Calcium chloride test kits are available at most flooring distributors.

Condensation tests may be performed by taping 18″x18″ polyethylene sheets in several locations on the concrete slab. Heat lamps are then placed close enough to warm these areas and allowed to remain in place for 48 hours. Moisture on the plastic sheets or darkening of the concrete surface under the sheets is an indication of high moisture in the concrete. Phenolphthalein tests may also be performed by using a 3% phenolphthalein solution in water free alcohol. Drill dime-sized holes, ¼” deep, in various areas of the concrete slab, particularly around the walls. Then apply two drops of the solution into each of the drilled holes. If there is no color change in the solution, then there is not enough moisture to affect the installation. If the solution turns pink or dark red within five minutes, further testing must be done with a moisture encounter meter or calcium chloride test kit.

Test all wood subfloors and wood floor products with an impedance type moisture meter specifically designed for wood moisture measurements. The moisture content of the subfloor should be within 4 percentage points of the moisture content of the wood floor product (typically less than 13%). The product should be acclimated on the jobsite until this range is reached.

Alkali Free: Excess alkalinity can contribute to adhesive failure. Alkali can be visible as a white powder on the surface of the concrete. However, it is the excess salt contained within the concrete that can cause adhesive failure over time. This problem is magnified if moisture is present and passing through the concrete, as this condition will deposit the excess salt on the concrete surface. A simple pH test will determine the presence of alkali on a slab surface. Apply a few drops of distilled water to a small thoroughly clean and scraped concrete surface area and apply a strip of pH paper to the wetted area. The paper will change color within 5 minutes. Compare the color change to the chart standard supplied with the paper to indicate the pH of degree of alkalinity. A pH range from 5 to 9 is acceptable. Corrective measures must be taken with any concrete slab that measures a pH reading above 9. Follow the wood floor product manufacturers instructions for correcting these concrete slabs.

INSTALLATION TIPS

Use the correct trowel. A sufficient amount of adhesive must be applied so that wood makes and maintains overall contact with adhesive and does not bridge over low spots leaving hollow sounds after cure.

Allow open time for adhesive to begin flashing. All manufacturers require this in various degrees.

Side nail and weight where necessary. There are many times that a few planks will have a natural bowing, or subfloors are slightly uneven, or there are sprig nails on concrete. Weighting (overnight if necessary) will help keep wood floor bedded in the adhesive.

Allow for expansion. Follow wood floor manufacturers specifications for perimeter spacing.

Bulletin-1015

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:52:44 +0000

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the rubber tile manufacturer. The room temperature required for installation is 65°F to 75°F and the rubber tile should be acclimated at the site for approximately 4 to 8 days until it is the same temperature as the room.

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

NOTE: Installation of rubber tile over resilient floorcoverings is not recommended.

Concrete: The concrete slab movement should be stabilized by a constantly maintained room temperature above 65°F.

Check floor for moisture and alkalinity. The calcium chloride test for moisture is the most reliable. The result should not exceed 3 lbs. of moisture emissions in a 24-hour period per 1,000 square feet.

A test for alkalinity should also be performed and the result should be between 5 and 9 pH.

Concrete subfloors should be clean, dry and free from grease, oil, sealers, drying agents, curing and parting compounds. Any residual compound on the surface must be removed by sanding, grinding or metal shot blasting. All adhesive residue must be removed and it is especially important with asphalt (cutback) adhesive.

Subfloors should be smooth and level to within 1/8” in 10’. Any filling or patching of the surface must be done with a Portland cement based underlayment.

Monolithic Type Floors: Surfaces such as ceramic, stone, marble and terrazzo must have all finishes removed and be smooth to ensure a good bond. This can be done with grinding or shot blasting.

Suspended Wood Floors: Should be structurally sound and be covered with an American Plywood Association (APA) underlayment grade plywood. In commercial installations the plywood should be a minimum thickness of 1/2”. The plywood surface should be free of grease, paint, oil, varnish and old adhesive.

INSTALLATION

NOTE: Some recycled rubber flooring contains release agents. Therefore, the backing must be sanded to remove any contaminants that may interfere with a good bond.

The layout procedure is similar to resilient tile, except rubber tile is larger in size – usually 18”, 20”, quarter and full meter square. When installing large areas, use a chalk line to mark any long straight lines necessary. NOTE: All sequenced numbers for cartons must be followed to prevent shading.

Tile should be laid out dry, making sure proper direction of each tile is maintained. This will keep raised discs or squares aligned. The tile should also be installed in a checkerboard fashion.

When dry laying, do not lay out too much tile before adhering and keep movement on the tile to a minimum.

CAUTION: Do not handle the tile by the corners, as the tile will take a set at the corners and will curl out of the adhesive.

After an area has been dry fitted, remove several rows of tiles to apply adhesive.

WARNING: Be sure to place removed dry fit tiles face-to-face or back-to-back to prevent sanded tile backing from being contaminated with the self-polishing wax residual on the face of the tile.

ADHESIVES

Rubber Flooring Adhesive: These adhesives are for installation over porous and non-porous subfloors. Use Taylor #2092 Meta Poxy Rubber & Vinyl Flooring Adhesive – a one part, fast drying, high strength, adhesive for use on, above or below grade – applied with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square-notch trowel. Place tiles into wet adhesive, making sure not to compress the tile joints too tightly to prevent peaking. Open time is 10 minutes. Keep corners aligned and avoid walking on the tiles except to roll. Within 30 minutes after installation, roll and cross roll entire floor with a 150 lb. roller. Use hand roller in areas that cannot be reached with the large roller. Check 1 to 2 hours after installing flooring material and roll again if necessary. Be sure to protect the tiles from any temperature changes, such as from direct sunlight on the floor or in the room. Failure to do so could result in open or peaking tile seams.

Epoxy Adhesives: Epoxy adhesives can be used on either porous or non-porous subfloors. Use Taylor Envirobond #501 Solvent Free Epoxy Flooring Adhesive and applied with a 1/16”x1/32”x1/32” U-notch trowel. Be sure to maintain the proper notch.

This adhesive is mixed by combining part “A” and part “B” in one of the containers. NOTE: Do not mix epoxy on the floor. Use a power mixer with a drill motor or mix with a mixing paddle until the color and consistency is uniform. Once mixed, the epoxy should be removed from the container as soon as possible. When it is on the floor, the cooler surface and the reduced mass will slow the adhesive’s set time. After applying the adhesive, allow approximately 20 minutes open time before installing the tile. This will help eliminate tile slippage while allowing the adhesive to develop body. When placing the tile into the adhesive, make certain not to bend sharply and do not hold by a corner, as this may keep the tile from laying into the adhesive properly.

The tile should then be rolled with a 150 lb. roller. After 1 hour, reroll the tiles a second time when the adhesive has developed more body and tack. After 3 hours, reroll a third time with the roller and use a hand roller at any joints where necessary.

WARNING: Do not allow foot traffic for at least 24 hours. Do not allow rolling load traffic for at least 5 to 8 days.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:51:14 +0000

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the manufacturer or the Tile Council of America Handbook of Ceramic Tile Installation.

SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

Each subfloor should be inspected to determine any special care required to make it a suitable foundation for ceramic.

Concrete: Floor surface should be cured, dry, structurally sound, clean and free of wax, curing compounds or other coatings. Surface alkalinity and extremely porous concrete floors should be prepared with Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Prime Pre-Coat, which neutralizes surface alkalinity and also primes the concrete reducing absorption of adhesive solids into the concrete and promotes adhesion when using organic adhesives.

Wood: Subfloors should be installed over 16” on center joists. Live load deflection should not exceed 1/360 of the span. Exposure 1 or exterior plywood conforming to provisions of Product Standard PS 1-83 for Construction and Industrial Plywood or plywood APA rated Sheathing or APA rated Sturd-I-Floor conforming to provisions of Manufacturing and Performance Standards for APA Rated Sheathing or 1” nominal boards. Plywood subfloor should have a minimum thickness of 19/32”.

Underlayment: Plywood underlayment, Exposure 1 of C-C plugged exterior, or sanded plywood grades special inner-ply construction conforming to underlayment provisions of Product Standard 1-83 for Construction and Plywood or Plywood APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor conforming to provisions of Manufacturing and Performance Standard for APA Rated Sturd-I-Floor panels. Each panel of subfloor and underlayment should be identified with a trademark of the approved testing agency.

Plywood underlayment should have a minimum thickness of 11/32” when tile installation is to be performed with a ceramic adhesive such as Taylor Envirobond #901 (#801 in California) Multi-Purpose Ceramic Tile Adhesive. Plywood underlayment should have a thickness of 7/16” minimum when tile installation is to be performed with Mortar.

Be sure to allow 1/8” between panels and 1/4” between panel and wall for expansion. Floor surfaces along adjacent edges of sheets should not be more than 1/32” above or below each other.

Gypsum Board: In dry areas, install standard gypsum wallboard in accordance with GA-216-89. Treat all joints with tape and one coat of joint compound. Cover heads of all fasteners with two coats of joint compound.

In wet areas, install water-resistant gypsum backing board in accordance with GA-216-89 except that joints shall be filled with a water-resistant joint compound and tape. CAUTION: Gypsum board or gypsum plaster should not be used in wet areas.

Water-resistant gypsum backing board used in wet areas should be installed over framing not to exceed 16” on centers. A 1/4” gap should be left between the paper edge and tub and shower receptor. The gap should be caulked with a flexible sealant. CAUTION: Water-resistant gypsum backing board should not be used on ceilings or in extremely critical exposure areas such as saunas, steam rooms, or gang showers.

INSTALLATION

Determine the focal point of the room and draw guidelines that intersect at that point. Starting from this intersection point, lay out a row of tile along one floor guideline. Be sure to leave the proper spacing needed for grout lines if the space left at the end of the row is less than 1/2 a tile wide, draw a new guide line 1/2 a tile’s width from the intersection point. Repeat these steps in other direction to find the new intersection point.

Apply a skin coat of the setting material using Taylor Envirobond #901 (#801 in California) Multi-Purpose Ceramic Tile Adhesive over the substrate with the flat side of the trowel. Then, comb the setting material in one direction with the proper notch trowel. The recommended trowel notches are as follows:

¨ Glazed Wall Tile: 3/16”x5/32” saw-tooth

¨ Heavy Tile & Pavers: 1/4”x1/4”x3/8” sq. notch

¨ Ceramic Mosaics and Gauged Slate: 1/8”X1/8”1/8” v-notch

¨ Quarry Tile: 1/4”x1/4”x1/4” sq. notch

¨ Marble: 1/4”x1/4”x1/4” sq. notch

Start setting tiles at the intersection point determined earlier and continue setting tiles along both guidelines. Set all full tiles first and leave space at each end for cut tiles. Set tiles in one quadrant at a time, starting at the intersection and working towards the walls. Place tiles into the troweled ridges of setting material and move the tile back and forth in a direction perpendicular to the direction of the combed ridges. This will force the ridges of setting material to collapse and increase the coverage or transfer to the back of the tile.

Mark cut lines on the tiles that need to be cut and with the use of a tile saw or tile cutter, make the required cuts. After determining that the tile is cut properly, set them with the same methods as used for setting full tiles.

Using a slow speed mixer (150 RPM or less) to avoid entrapment of air bubbles, mix the grout in a bucket. Be sure to follow manufacturers’ instructions for mix ratios and the use of additives.

Pour enough mixed grout to form a pool on the tiles. Using a rubber grout float held at a 45° angle, work the grout diagonally across the tiles and push the grout into the joints between the tiles. After the joints are packed with grout, hold the float at a 90° angle and use it as a squeegee to remove excess grout.

Allow the grout to set according to manufacturers’ recommendations before cleaning the remaining grout residue from the tile face. Wipe the face of the tile diagonally with a damp terrycloth towel. Wipe all tiles until grout lines are even, joints are smooth and the face of the tile is clean. Be sure to rinse the towel often, but keep it as dry as possible. Wipe lightly with a damp sponge to remove any film or residue left on the tile.

Bulletin-1013

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:49:50 +0000

ENGINEERED PLANK AND PARQUET FLOORING

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the wood manufacturer.

PRE-INSTALLATION JOB SITE INSPECTION

Hardwood flooring should be one of the last items installed at a construction site. All work involving water or moisture such as plumbing, acoustical ceilings, dry wall, taping, etc. should be completed prior to wood flooring being delivered to the job site.

Check overall landscaping of job site. Proper drainage away from the structure should be provided. Landscaping should drop away from job site at a minimum of 3” per 10’ for at least 10’.

If subfloor is pier and beam, make sure the crawl space vent openings total 1½ percent of the first floor area. This will provide the required cross ventilation. Vents should remain open year round. A 6-mil polyfilm ground cover is strongly recommended to protect against moisture. Crawl space should be at least 18” high.

Structures that have planters attached to adjoining walls require that not only the floor, but also all surfaces exposed to the ground to be effectively waterproofed.

The job site should have a consistent room temperature of 60-70°F for a minimum of 3 days prior to installation of any hardwood-flooring product and be maintained thereafter.

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

Concrete

All concrete substrates must be clean smooth and dry.

All curing compounds, alkaline and/or sealers must be removed from the surface of the concrete. General scouring with 20 grit #3½ paper will remove most compounds. All loose concrete, dust and foreign material must be removed by brushing or sweeping and then vacuuming the surface.

Concrete substrates must be structurally sound, properly cured and level. New concrete should be cured for at least 90 days. The moisture rate of subfloors can be easily measured by utilizing a calcium chloride moisture test kit and the emission rate is expressed in lbs/1000 sq. ft. over a 24-hour period. The test requires 60-72 hours to conduct; therefore, proper installation planning is a must. An emission rate of 3 lbs. or less is acceptable. Concrete subfloors should be level to 3/16” in 10’. Grinding concrete subfloors to tolerance is recommended whenever possible. When filling compounds are necessary, use a cementitious underlayment compound.

NOTE: Do not use Gypsum base floor patch. Lightweight concrete is not a recommended substrate. Avoid skim coating large areas and lightweight concrete because of inherent weakness.

All slabs on grade must be membrane waterproofed and dry. Installation must be inspected for moisture, and in the event of dampness, corrective action must be taken. A pH test must be taken and a reading must be below 9. If no moisture is indicated through testing and a pH of 9 or above is obtained, this can be neutralized with an application of Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Prime 2000 Pre-coat.

Wood Subfloors

Wood subfloors should be clean, structurally sound, smooth (3/16” per 10’ span) and dry (less than 12% moisture content). All paint, varnish, wax, etc. must be removed from old wooden floors to provide a satisfactory bond.

Association grade underlayment of 5/16” should be nailed over single wood subfloors. Association grade plywood 5/8” tongue and groove or 3/4” SE Plywood are acceptable as an underlayment. Many particle board subfloors with a 40 lb. per cu. ft. density and OSB boards are acceptable; however, responsibility for warranty and or performance rest solely with the manufacturer of the particle boards or OSB board and not with W. F. Taylor Co., Inc.

Resilient Subfloors

Existing vinyl composition tile or resilient sheet goods in good condition and firmly bonded are acceptable. Resilient flooring must be free of dirt, grease, and wax.

NOTE: Do not install over a urethane coating. Do not install over loose laid or perimeter glued sheet goods.

Other Subfloors

Ceramic tile, terrazzo, with glaze removed, which are structurally sound, dry and level are also satisfactory subfloors. Radiant heated slabs that do not heat to a surface temperature over 85°F and have been activated for at least three weeks prior to installation are also acceptable.

WARNING: Do not attempt to use adhesives to compensate for rough and uneven subfloors that exceed 3/16” per 10’ span.

FLOOR LAYOUT AND LAYING OF PLANKS

Lay out flooring according to wood flooring manufacturer. The starting line for engineered planks is measured to allow a clear, glue-free working area between the line and the wall of 30” to 36”. See wood manufacturer’s product installation sheet for specifics.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Taylor Meta-Tec #2071 Tuff Lok X-Link Wood Adhesive and Timberline #2051 Engineered Plank and Parquet Adhesive are recommended.

Advantages of #2071:

Immediate tack / wet grab – “Green Strength.”
Rapid build to high strength cross-linked bond.
Waterproof when cured.
Elastomeric bond to allow natural wood movement.
Easy troweling.
Easy clean up.
Solvent free – low VOC.
Lower cost per square foot of installation

Advantages of #2051:

Strong “Green Strength.”
High strength cured bond.
Solvent free – low VOC.
Easy troweling.
Easy clean up with water.

Engineered Plank

With #2071 use a 3/16”x1/4”x5/16” V notch trowel. Coverage is 50-60 sq. ft./gal.

With #2051 use a 3/16”x3/16”x3/16” square notch trowel at a minimum. For rough and uneven subfloors, use a 1/4”x1/4”x1/4” square notch trowel. Allow a flash time of 30 minutes prior to laying in of the wood flooring. The open time is 1 to 2 hours; do not spread more adhesive than you can cover in one hour. Coverage is approximately 25 to 35 sq. ft. per gallon.

Parquet

Apply with a 1/8” x 1/8” x 1/8” sq. notch trowel. Coverage is 60-80 sq. ft./gal.

Solid Hardwood Planks

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1016 Pre-Installation Instructions for Solid Wood Flooring.

Use Meta-Tec #2071. For thin gauged solid wood less than 7/16” thick use a 3/16” x ¼” x ½” V notch trowel. Allow a minimum 20-minute open time. Coverage is 70-80 sq. ft./gal. For solid wood flooring 7/16” up to ¾” thick use a 3/16” x 3/16” x 3/16” sq. notch trowel. Coverage is 30-40 sq. ft./gal.

When each area is finished, roll with 150 lb. roller to make sure wood flooring is well seated in the adhesive.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:48:57 +0000

VINYL AND RUBBER WALL BASE

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the wall base manufacturer.

Wall base can be installed over surfaces such as plaster, drywall, plywood paneling, and masonry. Do not apply over non-porous surfaces such as vinyl wall coverings, laminated masonite, or plastic laminates.

SITE CONDITION

The room temperature, wall base, and adhesive should be no less than 65°F for a minimum of 24 hours before, during and after installation.

PREPARATION

All surfaces must be structurally sound, clean, dry, and free from dust, dirt, wax, grease, loose paint, plaster and other contaminants that may interfere with proper bonding.

For best adhesion with Molded Rubber Cove Base, it is recommended to wipe the back of the base with a damp cloth prior to installation. In some cases the back must be sanded to remove the release agents to achieve a good bond.

ADHESIVES

Apply Taylor Envirotec #2040 Premium Cove Base Adhesive or #2035 Cove Base Adhesive uniformly to the back of the base with a 3/32”x3/32”x3/32” V notch trowel. You may also use a three-hole cove base adhesive gun or standard 11 oz. or 30 oz. caulking gun when using cartridges. Adhesive should be spread to within 1/4” of the top of the base. NOTE: These are minimum recommendations. Very uneven or porous surfaces may require a heavier adhesive application.

INSTALLATION

After adhesive application, bond the base to the wall within 20 minutes and roll with a hand cove base roller; making sure a good transfer occurs. WARNING: Cove base must be rolled only in the direction of the last piece of base installed, in order to prevent stretching.

If pre-formed, molded corners are not being used, fit the base to an inside corner, groove it on the inside, fold it at a ninety-degree angle, make outside cuts on the cove section at forty-five degrees, then fit it in place in the corner. To form outside corners when using vinyl cove base, groove the inside of the cove, heat it to make it more pliable, and then bend it around the corner.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:45:07 +0000

VINYL COMPOSITION, SOLID VINYL, LUXURY VINYL TILE & PLANK

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the tile manufacturer.

SITE CONDITION

The room temperature should be no less than 65°F for 48 hours before, during and after installation. Flooring and adhesive should also be conditioned at the same temperature and duration.

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1008 Floor Preparation for Installation of Resilient Floorcovering Products. After all subfloor preparation is completed, thoroughly sweep the subfloor surface. Be sure to carefully vacuum or sweep around the perimeter of the room to remove loose dirt and debris.

ADHESIVES

IMPORTANT: Proper selection of adhesive is required since some vinyl tiles require adhesives that protect against plasticizer migration.

VINYL COMPOSITION TILE

Apply Taylor Envirotec #2033 Clear Thin Spread Tile Adhesive or Meta-Tec #2083 Tuff-Lok X-Link VCT Adhesive with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel. Allow the adhesive to dry to a tacky condition before installing the tile.

SOLID VINYL AND LUXURY VINYL TILE

Porous Substrates: Apply one of the following Taylor adhesives with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel and install the vinyl tiles into the wet adhesive.

Envirotec #2027 Pressure Sensive Adhesive.
Envirotec #2090 Vinyl Flooring Adhesive
Meta-Tec #2091 Tuff-Grips TPS Pressure Sensitive Vinyl Tile & Plank Adhesive
Meta-Tec #2092 X-Link One Part Cross-Linking Vinyl & Rubber Tile, Tread
& Sheet Goods Adhesive

Non-porous Substrates: Apply Taylor #2027 or #2091 with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel and allow the adhesive to dry to a tacky condition before installing the tile.

VINYL PLANK

Use only Meta-Tec #2092 or Meta-Tec #2091.

INSTALLATION

In laying out commercial installations of floor tile (large open areas, hallways, etc.), the use of a transit is recommended to strike guide lines. The lines should be positioned so that the tile will be used economically, with as little waste as possible. Installations in long hallways with adjoining rooms should be carefully planned to provide for one-half the tile width, if possible. Tile size may be altered in doorways to allow for adjustment in adjoining rooms.

Lay the first tile in the corner formed by intersecting guide lines and work outward along guide line in pyramid fashion, making sure each tile is firmly butted to the tiles laid before and pressed in place.

Border tiles shall be fit close to walls and irregular shapes. Apply heat to the back of tile to help facilitate cutting tile to fit intricate shapes.

When tiles have been laid, roll and cross roll with 75 lb. to 100 lb. linoleum roller.

When finishing, floor should be swept clean with a broom and all adhesive removed. While adhesive is still wet, use a clean cloth dampened with warm soapy water. If the adhesive has dried, use Taylor Touchdown #9 Adhesive Remover/Stripper. Cover tile at expansion joints with a metal plate fastened to only one side of the joint.

When moving heavy furniture or appliances across a floor, use plywood or hardwood panels and walk the furniture across the panels, rather than sliding it.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:41:59 +0000

RESILIENT HOMOGENEOUS VINYL SHEET FLOORING

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the resilient sheet flooring manufacturer.

Note: When installing resilient felt back sheet flooring refer to Installation Bulletin WFT-1010A, Resilient Felt Back Sheet Flooring, and use Taylor Envirotec #2087 EVR-White Sheet Goods Adhesive or Taylor Envirotec #2080 The Legend Dual Purpose Commercial Grade Adhesive.

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1008 Subfloor Preparation for Resilient Floorcovering. After all subfloor preparation is completed, thoroughly sweep the subfloor surface. Be sure to carefully vacuum or sweep around the perimeter of the room to remove loose dirt and debris.

CUTTING AND FITTING

There are three general methods of fitting resilient sheet flooring into a room. These are freehand knifing, direct scribing, and pattern scribing.

Freehand Knifing: Freehand knifing is a method of fitting in which an oversized piece of material is taken into the room and fit while it is in place.

Direct of Straight Scribing: Direct of straight scribing is a method of fitting generally used where more than one piece of material is to be installed into a room. The material is moved close to the wall to be fit, using a bar scriber or dividers, the outline of the objects is scribed directly onto the material.

Pattern Scribing: When pattern scribing, a pattern of felt or heavy paper is first cut into the room. Then, using dividers, a square, straightedge or other tools, all the lines of the objects are moved a certain distance onto the pattern. The material is then laid out in another area and the pattern material placed over it. Using the same tools and settings as used previously, the lines of the room are moved back onto the material.

ONE-PIECE SEAMLESS INSTALLATION

Precut the floorcovering to fit the area, allowing 2 to 4 inches extra length and width for fitting. Position the material in the room allowing enough material to drop into offsets, closets, alcoves, etc.

Align the pattern squarely in the room parallel to all walls. If the room is not square, align the pattern so that the run-off is located in the least conspicuous area. NOTE: When aligning sheet flooring with straight line patterns, avoid positioning a pattern line next to the wall. If the line falls several inches from the wall, any pattern run-off caused by an out-of-square room will be less noticeable.

After the sheet is positioned, weight the sheet to prevent shifting, rough-cut to remove excess material, make relief cuts on all inside and outside corners and trim and fit the perimeter so that the floorcovering lies flat before adhesive is spread.

ADHESIVE APPLICATION FOR HOMOGENEOUS VINYL SHEET FLOORING

When applying the adhesive, the floor covering sheets can be turned back lengthwise or tubed crosswise to expose the floor. Apply Taylor Envirotec #2090 Vinyl Flooring Adhesive or Meta-Tec #2092 X-Link One Part Cross-Linking Vinyl & Rubber Tile, Tread & Sheet Goods Adhesive uniformly with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel. Turn the sheet back into the wet adhesive and roll in both directions from center out. We recommend a 100 lb. (45.36kg), three-section roller to embed the sheet and eliminate trapped air. Repeat this process for the remaining half of the sheet.

When the installation requires more than one sheet, seams have to be taken into consideration When a matched pattern is involved, it is generally best to tube back two sheets at the seam line and apply adhesive to that area first so that adjustments can be made to assure best pattern match after sheet is returned to position. Make sure the pattern matches before rolling. After the sheet(s) are laid back in position, roll in both directions from center out. Use a 100 lb. (45.36kg), three-section roller to embed the sheet in the adhesive and eliminate trapped air.

Turn back or tube uncemented parts of sheets and proceed as above.

To make sure flooring makes contact with adhesive along walls, door casings, etc., press firmly with a hand roller or with hand pressure and a cloth. A rigid plastic spatula may be used to push floorings under door casings using care not to scratch the face of the flooring.

CUTTING AND SEALING SEAMS

Various floor covering manufacturers recommend different techniques for cementing seam areas, and cutting and sealing seams and the manufacturer’s instructions should be carefully followed. The following instructions are of a general nature only.

1. Seams must be cut so there are no overlaps or gaps.

2. In making the seam, care must be taken to prevent any floorcovering adhesive from getting between the cut edges. It is almost impossible to remove such adhesive and the seam sealer will not bond properly in those areas and may result in discoloration.

3. Use the seam sealer and applicator recommended by the floorcovering manu-facturer. Apply the correct amount of seam sealer into the seam with no more than 1/4” (6.35mm) width showing on top of the seam.

4. Protect sealed seams from dirt and traffic for the period specified by the floor-covering manufacturer.

5. Observe all cautions on the seam sealer labels since most contain flammable solvents.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:40:49 +0000

RESILIENT FELT BACK SHEET FLOORING

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the resilient sheet flooring manufacturer.

Note: When installing homogeneous vinyl or rubber-backed sheet flooring refer to Installation Bulletin WFT-1010B, Resilient Homogeneous Vinyl Sheet Flooring., and use Taylor Envirotec #2090 Vinyl Flooring Adhesive or Meta-Tec #2092 X-Link One Part Cross-Linking Vinyl & Rubber Tile, Tread & Sheet Goods Adhesive

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

CUTTING AND FITTING

There are three general methods of fitting resilient sheet flooring into a room. These are freehand knifing, direct scribing, and pattern scribing.

Freehand Knifing: Freehand knifing is a method of fitting in which an oversized piece of material is taken into the room and fit while it is in place.

Pattern Scribing: When pattern scribing, a pattern of felt or heavy paper is first cut into the room. Then, using dividers, a square, straight-edge or other tools, all the lines of the objects are moved a certain distance onto the pattern. The material is then laid out in another area and the pattern material placed over it. Using the same tools and settings as used previously, the lines of the room are moved back onto the material.

ONE-PIECE SEAMLESS INSTALLATION

ADHESIVE APPLICATION FOR FELT BACK SHEET FLOORING

When applying the adhesive, the floor covering sheets can be turned back lengthwise or tubed crosswise to expose the floor. Apply Taylor Envirotec #2087 EVR-White Sheet Goods Adhesive or Taylor Envirotec #2080 The Legend Dual Purpose Commercial Grade Adhesive uniformly with a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel. Turn the sheet back into the wet adhesive and roll in both directions from center out. We recommend a 100 lb. (45.36kg), three section roller to embed the sheet and eliminate trapped air. Repeat this process for the remaining half of the sheet.

When the installation requires more than one sheet, seams have to be taken into consideration When a matched pattern is involved, it is generally best to tube back two sheets at the seam line and apply adhesive to that area first so that adjustments can be made to assure best pattern match after sheet is returned to position. Make sure the pattern matches before rolling. After the sheet(s) are laid back in position, roll in both directions from center out. Use a 100 lb. (45.36kg), three section roller to embed the sheet in the adhesive and eliminate trapped air.

Turn back or tube uncemented parts of sheets and proceed as above.

CUTTING AND SEALING SEAMS

1. Seams must be cut so there are no overlaps or gaps.

4. Protect sealed seams from dirt and traffic for the period specified by the floor-covering manufacturer.

5. Observe all cautions on the seam sealer labels since most contain flammable solvents.

Bulletin-1009

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:39:56 +0000

RESILIENT FELT BACK SHEET FLOORING OVER EXISTING FLOORCOVERINGS OR VINYL COMPOSITION TILE

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

If you elect to install a new resilient felt back sheetgoods floor over an existing floorcovering it is important to consider the following:

1. The existing floorcovering must be well bonded to a recommended underlayment.

2. The existing floorcovering must be a single layer only.

3. The embossing or texture of the existing floor may telegraph through the new floor. An embossing leveler compound must be used and when used correctly, will prevent telegraphing.

4. When applying adhesive on an existing floorcovering, use Taylor Envirotec #2087 EVR-White Sheet Goods Adhesive, with a 1/16”x1/32”x1/32” U notch trowel

5. Allow sufficient open time for adhesive applied over an existing floorcovering (approximately 10-20 minutes). This greatly reduces the possibility of gas bubbles.

6. When installing new floors over existing VCT tile, position any seams in the new flooring in the center of a row of tiles.

7. Any poured floors (polyurethane or epoxy based) must be fully cured and securely bonded to a concrete subfloor. Waxes or finishes must be completely removed.

NOTE: It is the floorcovering dealer and/or the installer’s responsibility to determine if the existing resilient flooring is a suitable underlayment for the installation of new resilient sheetgoods. If there is any doubt about the suitability of the existing floorcovering, it should be covered with a recommended underlayment or removed. Refer to Installation Bulletin WFT-1008 (rev.02/02/04) Subfloor Preparation for Resilient Floorcovering Products.

In most cases, a new underlayment can be installed over existing floorcovering on wood subfloors. Nails or staples must be long enough to adequately penetrate firmly into the wood subfloor after passing through the existing floorcovering and any underlayment that is present.

EXCEPTION: New underlayment should not be installed directly over heavily cushioned floorcovering (100 gauge or heavier). Heavily cushioned floorcoverings may allow up-and-down movement at underlayment panel joints. Floorcovering of this type must be removed before installing new underlayment.

If it is determined the existing floorcovering should be removed, follow resilient manufacturer’s specific instruction on removal of existing floorcovering.

Bulletin-1008

Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:38:34 +0000

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION FOR RESILIENT FLOORCOVERING

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

Careful and correct preparation of the subfloor is a major part of a satisfactory sheet vinyl floor covering installation. The finished installation will not look any better than the subfloor over which it is installed. Roughness and unevenness of the subfloor will telegraph through the new floorcovering. Proper preparation is necessary for a trouble free installation.

WOOD SUBFLOORS

All wood subfloors must be suspended at least 18” above the ground. Adequate cross-ventilation must be provided, and the ground surface of a crawl space must be covered with a suitable vapor barrier membrane. Wood subfloors directly on concrete, either on or below grade, are not satisfactory for the installation of resilient floorcovering.

In renovation or remodeling projects, it is necessary to prepare the existing floor to make it an acceptable subfloor for the new floorcovering. Wood subfloors covered with old paint, varnish, wax, grease, stains, etc. must have these coatings removed by sanding. These coatings can prevent the adhesive from penetrating the subfloor, which may result in a poor adhesive bond and discoloration. These coatings may also contribute to staining of sheet flooring.

Damaged areas must be repaired and loose boards must be properly nailed. Surface gaps or holes should be brought level with the appropriate latex patching compound.

If the existing wood surface cannot be properly prepared in this manner, it must be covered with a recommended underlayment. Installation of vinyl floorcovering in a new structure requires assurance that the structure complies with all state and local building codes and that the subfloor is smooth, clean, dry and free of foreign substances.

Wood Subfloors must be of double construction at least 1” in thickness, solid and well nailed. Single wood surfaces should be covered with underlayment panels of suitable thickness. If tongue-and-groove or shiplap lumber is used for the first layer, the boards should be 1” thick with a maximum width of 8”. They should be installed diagonally over the joist and adequately nailed. This subfloor should then be covered with an underlayment at least 3/8” thick.

Double Stripwood Subfloors should have boards no wider than 3” and underfloor boards no wider than 8”. Cupped boards should be sanded level. Cracks wider than 1/32” and all subfloor irregularities should be patched with a cementitious base underlayment compound. Double stripwood floors with boards wider than 3” should be covered with 3/8” or heavier underlayment.

Note: Even if a stripwood subfloor is made completely smooth, board joint show-through can occur at a later time. To eliminate this possibly, we recommend the installation of underlayment.

Double Plywood Subfloors should have a first layer at least 5/8” thick and a second layer at least 3/8” thick, with staggered panels and overlapping joints. In damp or wet areas, exterior grade plywood must be used.

UNDERLAYMENTS

When underlayment is required for a fully adhered installation, the following are suggested:

APA Underlayment Grade Plywood must be APA Underlayment INT or APA Underlayment EXT. If the floor may be subject to moisture, use only panels with exterior glue or APA C-C Plugged Exterior. Always specify panels with fully “sanded-face”, one side.

CAUTION: Some plywood manufacturers use plastic or resin fillers to patch voids or surface cracks in plywood. Some components in these fillers can cause the floorcovering to discolor. This type of problem should be referred to the plywood manufacturer. Specifying plywood underlayment with wood plugs and fills rather than plastic filler will avoid this problem.

Luan Plywood may be used if it meets the following requirements.

1. It must be Type I (EXT) Exterior, which indicates that the panel has an exterior or fully waterproof glue bond. This may also be indicated by the letter “P”.

2. Any of these three face grades is acceptable: OVL, CC, BB, with OVL (Overlay Grade) being the minimum acceptable face grade.

3. Most panels are in 4’x8’ sheets. Acceptable minimum thickness is 5.2 mm, also commonly available in 5.5 mm.

The types and grades of luan plywood are stamped on either the ends or the side edges (within 6” of either end) of each panel. Panels without these edge marks are of questionable origin and should not be used. Most luan panels are manufactured in the Far East. Consistent quality and panel warranty depend entirely on the manufacturer and the importer. It is important that the luan panels come from an importer who maintains a quality assurance program at the manufacturing mill.

NOTE: Extensive testing in the field has shown that using Type II (INT) interior glue luan plywood will cause installation problems. The variable porosity and moisture sensitivity of these panels can cause problems with adhesive bonding and panel edge swelling.

Structurewood is 1/4” thick, oriented strand board, sanded on both sides, and designed for use as underlayment. Any guarantees are only valid when structurewood is professionally installed and manufacturers installation recommendations are followed.

Particleboard, Chipboard, Construction Grade Plywood, and Hardboard or Flakeboard are not recommended as underlayment. All have inadequate uniformly, poor dimensional stability, and variable surface porosity. We also do not recommend the use of saturated roofing felts or resin builder paper under the finished flooring.

UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLATION

Underlayment panels should be conditioned to the room environment in which they are to be installed. When possible, underlayment panels should be delivered to the job site at least 48 hours prior to installation.

Underlayment panels must be laid with the face grain running perpendicular to the floor joists.

It is recommended to start laying panels from a corner, leave a 1/8” to 1/4” gap at all walls. Offset underlayment joints at least 16”. Underlayment seams should not lie directly over subfloor seams. Stagger panels, ashlar fashion, so that four corners do not meet at one point. Lightly butt all panels and edges to a snug fit. Do not force or buckle sheets into place. Position three or more sheets on the subfloor before fastening. This will help in squaring up of the underlayment panels.

Fastening of 1/4” underlayment panels should be done with ring-groove or resin-coated nails.

CAUTION: Some types of nails, such as a common steel nail, may rust when used as underlayment fasteners. These rusted nail heads can cause discoloration of the vinyl floor covering, showing up as yellow or brown spots under the wear layer. We recommend using galvanized or resin-coated nails.

A power stapler with divergent staples can also be used. If underlayment panels thicker than 1/4” are to be fastened, the length of the nails or staples must be increased proportionately.

Fastening of each panel should start at one corner and work diagonally across the face of the panel. Nails throughout the field area of the panel should be no more than 4” apart and 3/8” in from the edge of the panel. Nail heads or staples must be flush or set slightly below the surface of the underlayment.

Any unevenness at joints between panels must be eliminated by careful sanding to a level surface. Gaps between panel edges, hammer indentations and all other surface depressions, must be patched. Use with a suitable cementitious based patching compound.

CONCRETE SUBFLOORS

All concrete slabs should be checked for moisture and alkalinity. Suspended concrete floors supported by pan construction often require an extended drying time to lose initial moisture. Concrete slabs in contact with the ground are always exposed to ground moisture unless protected by an unbroken membrane. A concrete slab on or below grade always has the possibility of dampness unless a continuous moisture barrier is present.

NOTE: Where hydrostatic pressure, or excessive vapor emissions may exist, the installation of resilient floorcovering is not recommended

Preparation: The concrete subfloor should be structurally sound, clean and free of extraneous materials. Irregularities such as cracks and grooves must be filled and leveled with a cementitious based underlayment compound.

Moisture: Very few concrete floors have a continuous protection against moisture. Where moisture or alkali conditions exist, we recommend products which contain moisture barriers. Check with your resilient manufacturers for these products and any warranties.

Never install floorcovering on a wet subfloor. Wait for the subfloor to dry, so the adhesive can cure and bond properly. The final responsibility for determining if the concrete is dry enough for installation of the floorcovering lies with the floorcovering installer

The moisture emission rate of a concrete floor is expressed in lbs/1000 sq. ft./24 hours according to ASTM F1869-98 test method. The test for emission rate requires a minimum of 60 hours to a maximum of 72 hours to conduct; therefore, proper installation planning is a must. An emission rate of 3 lbs. or less is acceptable.

The emission rate can be determined by utilizing a calcium chloride moisture test kit. This is a very precise test and must be conducted carefully with strict attention to the test kit manufacturer’s instruction.

Note: There are other test methods such as concrete moisture meters, and plastic sheeting (approximately 2 ft. square and sealed around the edges with duct tape). Twenty-four hours are required for the plastic sheeting test. However, these tests only indicate the presence of moisture and are not a precise measurement of vapor emissions. A calcium chloride test must be done if these tests show signs of moisture.

Alkalinity: The pH on the surface of the concrete can be determined by slightly wetting the floor with distilled water and applying pH test paper. Digital meters are now available from tool manufacturers such as Taylor Tool (no affiliation to W.F. Taylor Co., Inc.).A pH range of above 5 and below 9 is acceptable. A reading of above 9 requires corrective measures. Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Prime Pre-coat is excellent for neutralizing the surface alkalinity while preparing porous surfaces and promoting adhesion of the adhesive.

CAUTION: Presence of Alkali (pH of above 9) and moisture emission rate of above 3 lbs./1000 sq. ft./24 hours are good indicators of excessive vapor emissions. Consult with the building owner or contractor before proceeding with any installation.

EXISTING FLOORCOVERING

In some cases, felt back sheet goods products can be installed over existing floorcoverings. When installing over existing floorcoverings, the performance of the new floor depends on the bond and conditions of the old floorcovering. Felt backed sheet goods products can be installed over existing Vinyl Composition Tile if the following conditions are met:

1. The existing Vinyl Composition Tile must not show evidence of alkaline salts, excessive vapor emissions, hydrostatic pressure, or moisture from the subfloor. Tile joints must be flat and tight.

2. Wax, oil, grease, and dirt or other foreign substances must be removed by a thorough cleaning and stripping. The surface must be completely dry.

NOTE: All existing floorcoverings that do not meet the above conditions should be removed or covered with a suitable underlayment. See Page 2 of this bulletin. Do not install resilient flooring with Taylor, Envirotec #2087 EVR-White Adhesive over existing vinyl or resilient floorcovering with the exception of Vinyl Composition Tile as noted above.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:37:23 +0000

SIX FOOT WIDE PVC BACKING CARPET SYSTEMS

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the carpet manufacturer.

SITE CONDITIONS AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1001 (rev. 02/02/04) Site Conditions and Floor Preparation for full instructions.

Check floor for moisture and alkalinity. The floor must be free of dust, oils, alkali, paint, grease, or other foreign matter. Check entire floor and secure loose tiles, boards, etc. Cracks 1/8” or more, holes, and unevenness must be filled with a compatible polymer modified cementitious floor patching compound. Surfaces should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned before application of the adhesive.

Carpet and adhesive must be stored at a minimum temperature of 65°F for at least 72 hours prior to installation. Carpet should be spread in the room 24 hours prior to actual installation, with room temperature between 65°F and 95°F. Building must be heated at a minimum of 65°F for at least 72 hours prior to installation with the relative humidity not more than 65%. The temperature should be consistently maintained at that level during the installation and for at least 72 hours after completion of installation.

SUBFLOOR SEALER / PRIMER

A sealer/primer should be used to provide a good bonding surface for adhesives. Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Primer Pre-Coat is excellent for neutralizing any surface alkalinity while preparing porous surfaces and promoting adhesion and can be applied with a short nap roller.

LAYOUT

Measure area to be carpeted, make necessary cuts, and loose lay these cuts into place allowing for overlap at seams approximately 3 inches and approximately 1 inch at the walls. Carpet rolls should be installed by roll numbers in consecutive order. Make sure directional arrows on backing all point the same direction.

SEAMS

Follow carpet manufacturer’s recommendations for cutting seams. Seams should be prepared by using the row-cut and trace-out methods. Trim one seam approximately 1 1/4 inches in from selvage edge using a cushion back row cutter. This tool will follow between loops or rows of yarn without cutting through them. This trimmed edge is then placed over the edge as a guide; trace cut through the second edge. This method will leave seams net without gaps or fullness. Row cutter must be held in a straight up position.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Releasable

After edges have been trimmed and dry fitted, fold back both seam edges approximately 1/2 their width, exposing the subfloor. Care should be taken to avoid any movement of the backing.

Apply Taylor Envirotec #2027 Pressure Sensitive Adhesive or Meta-Tec #2082 Tuff-Lok X-Link Carpet Tile Adhesive with a notched trowel (1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square-notch minimum) and let dry completely. It should not transfer when touched, if adhesive is wet, it will transfer to backing and will create a permanent bond and will not be releasable.

Lay the first width into the adhesive and work out any air pockets. Apply Taylor #2062 PVC Back Carpet Seam Sealer, then lay second width into adhesive, being careful not to trap any yarns in seams. Again, work out any trapped air and continue with installation.

Permanent

Place carpet breadths in place and allow overlap at seams. Seams can be trimmed either before or after adhesive is applied. Care should be taken to avoid any movement of the backing.

Apply Taylor Envirotec #2090 Vinyl Flooring Adhesive or Meta-Tec #2092 X-Link One Part Cross-Linking Vinyl & Rubber Tile, Tread & Sheet Goods Adhesive with a 3/32”x3/32”x3/32” v-notch trowel.

Seams must be trimmed using the roll cut/trace out method and seams sealed with Taylor Touchdown #2062 Vinyl Back Carpet Seam Sealer.

ROLLING

This should be performed with the lightest roller that will achieve 100% transfer of the floor adhesive into the carpet back. It is recommended that the roller weight not exceed 35 lbs.

WALL TRIMMING

It is recommended that walls be trimmed to fit net.

STAIRS

These backings can be installed on stairs by cutting for step and riser. Use permanent adhesive as indicated above and cover stair nosing with moulding.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:33:52 +0000

OUTDOOR CARPET AND SYNTHETIC TURF

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the carpet manufacturer. Outdoor installations offer conditions quite different from those encountered indoors. Both carpet and adhesives are subjected to extremes of weather and traffic, and installation surfaces will be much more varied and often uneven. The carpet to be installed outdoors should be of the construction and type of synthetic face yarns and backings recommended for outdoor use.

Note: For indoor installation of outdoor carpet, follow the procedures outlined in Installation Bulletin WFT-1002 Direct Glue Down, except where outdoor conditions may also exist, such as indoor swimming pools, health spas, and indoor-outdoor patios.

SITE CONDITIONS AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

All installation surfaces must be clean, dry, sound, cured, smooth, and have adequate drainage.

Concrete: Surfaces must be clean, dry and free from alkali. They must be cured for a minimum of 60 days or longer, depending on weather conditions. All wax must be removed and painted surfaces should be sanded thoroughly and cleaned before installation.

Wood: Painted wood surfaces should be sanded and sealed with an appropriate outdoor sealer. Slotted wood surfaces should be covered with an outdoor grade plywood and sealed. Wax or oiled wood surfaces present special problems that will require resurfacing.

Metal: Surfaces must be cleaned of grease, oil, dirt and rust. Painted metal surfaces must be rough-sanded and loose paint removed.

Terrazzo, Ceramic, and Marble: Should be clean and dry with all wax finishes removed.

Slate and Brick: These surfaces may be too rough and uneven for most outdoor installations and may require refinishing and leveling before installation.

Asphalt: Asphalt must be clean, dry, free from excessive oil and grease, and in good condition. New asphalt must be cured for at least 30 days, or longer, dependent upon weather conditions. Old asphalt may require resurfacing before installing carpet.

Swimming Pools: Regardless of the surface encountered, indoor swimming pools must be drained and dry before installing outdoor carpet. Outdoor pools must not be used during installation. Any fungus or algae must be removed from the surface to be covered. Indoor pool areas must be ventilated, to reduce excess humidity.

LAYOUT

Outdoor carpet should be unrolled and allowed to relax at least one hour prior to installation. The temperature should be between 55°F and 95°F, and the relative humidity between 10% and 65%. Pre-cut the carpet for the area to be covered, allowing for any required trimming. Seams should be kept to a minimum and run with the traffic pattern whenever possible. Where seams are required, be certain that the pile lay runs in the same direction.

BACKING MATERIAL

The type of backing materials involved is very crucial in the installation of outdoor carpet. Outdoor carpet backings can be classified into one of the following types:

Fabric: polypropylene, either woven or non woven.

Latex Rubber: smooth, foam waffle or diamond shape.

CAUTION: Use of the correct adhesive will greatly determine the success of an outdoor installation. Where the backing material is unknown, or if doubt exists, contact the carpet manufacturer for a positive identification.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

At a minimum, use a 1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V-notch trowel for smooth backs and a 1/8”x1/8”x1/16 U-notch for rougher backings. Adhesive selection is very important and for outdoor installations we recommend Taylor Touchdown #757 All Weather Exterior Carpet Adhesive and Taylor Meta-Tec #2089 Tuff-Lok X-Link Outdoor Carpet Adhesive for all backings except vinyl or urethane unitary.

SEAMING

Check with the carpet manufacturer for their specific recommendations.

ROLLING

In general, outdoor carpet will require rolling after installation. It is recommended that the roller weight not exceed 50 lbs.

FINISHING

All seams should be brushed, and protruding pile tufts should be trimmed. Excess adhesive should be removed with Taylor Touchdown #9 Adhesive Remover/Stripper.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:23:42 +0000

CARPET MODULES

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the carpet manufacturer.

SITE CONDITIONS AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1001 (rev. 02/02/04 ) Site Conditions and Floor Preparation for full instructions.

Check floor for moisture and alkalinity. The floor must be free of dust, oils, alkali, paint, grease, or other foreign matter. Check entire floor and secure loose boards, etc. Cracks 1/8” or more, holes, and unevenness must be filled with a compatible polymer modified cementitious floor patching compound. Surfaces should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned before application of the adhesive.

LAYOUT

Determine the center of the room, using standard tile laying methods (in some cases the “center” or starting point is not the actual center of the room, to accommodate doorways or partitions, or to allow the perimeter modules to be at least half-size or larger)

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Trowel size will be determined by type of flooring, porosity of substrate and smoothness of backing. See adhesive label for proper trowel recommendation. At a minimum, use a 16”x1/32”x1/32” u-notch.trowel. Most installations will require a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” sq. notch trowel. Taylor Envirotec #2027 Pressure Sensitive Adhesive, or Meta-Tec #2082 Tuff-Lok X-Link Carpet Tile Adhesive is recommended.

INSTALLATION

Following the Quadrant Method for installation, a chalk line is dropped across the room in both directions, through the center, to divide the room into four sections. On both sides of each chalk line apply a strip of adhesive at least nine inches wide, When the adhesive becomes dry or tacky, start installing each section in a pyramid fashion, starting from the center and working outward.

Additional modules within the quadrant should be installed using the “stair step” technique, the tiled area grows steadily away from the center of the room – not growing along either of the snapped chalk lines, but rather along an imaginary diagonal line between them. The installation continues to grow from the center to the corner of the room, finishing the quadrant, and then moves on to the next quadrant.

When placing tiles, brush the face pile back from the tile edge and “tip” the tile into place, in order to keep from trapping any pile yarns in the joint.

Joints

It is important that the tiles in the completed installation be snugly joined together. Cotinually check that tiles are being placed together with correct firmness – neither so loose as to allow gaps, nor so tight as to cause the tile to buckle. To check for correct snugness, measure the distance across ten tiles. The gap between tiles should be less than one-quarter inch per each ten tiles, so the entire distance from start to finish of ten installed modules should be between 180” and 180 1/4”.

Control Grid

Throughout the installation, adhesive should be installed at regular intervals to keep the tiles from shifting when in place. A control grid consists of a row of modules anchored in place with the same adhesive as previously used to align the center line tiles.

Note: Manufacturers may differ in their desired size of grid so be sure to check with the carpet manufacturer for their specific instructions. Using a control grid is by no means a hard and fast rule. In areas that get extra heavy or rolling traffic, pressure sensitive adhesive should be spread over the entire floor for a more secure installation.

Professional judgment should be used for each installation. A complete layout showing furniture placement, traffic lanes, etc. should be reviewed prior to installation to determine which area will require overall use of adhesive versus grids of adhesives. Note: A more secure installation would be a full spread of the floor with the pressure sensitive in all areas.

All tile butting against perimeter walls of the room should be adhered in place. Molding strips should not be installed until carpet modules are in place or, in existing structures, should be removed and reinstalled after placement of the carpet modules.

To fit the last row of modules to the perimeter walls, follow these simple steps:

1. Adhere the last full module closest to the wall.

2. Place a new module face down, aligning it as closely as possible with the last whole module near the wall.

3. Place another module face up, pressing it snugly against the perimeter wall and overlapping the face-down tile which you placed on the whole module.

Then, draw or scribe a line across the back of the face-down module, using the edge of the top most module which is held flush to the perimeter wall as a straight edge. Remove both the measuring module and the face-down module, and cut the face-down module along the line which you scribed on the back. This module will fit perfectly in the remaining space between the last whole module and the perimeter wall.

PROTECTION OF THE INSTALLATION

Do not walk or move furniture on the carpet tiles until all grid and perimeter anchors are complete. After this, furniture can be brought into the room, laying sheets of plywood or hardboard over the surface to keep any tiles from being dislodged by dollies or carts bearing heavy furniture.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:22:12 +0000

ATTACHED CUSHION GLUE DOWN

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the carpet manufacturer.

SITE CONDITIONS AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1001 (rev. 02/02/04) Site Conditions and Floor Preparation for full instructions.

Check floor for moisture and alkalinity. The floor must be free of dust, oils, alkali, paint, grease, or other foreign matter. Check entire floor and secure loose tiles, boards, etc. Cracks 1/8” or more, holes, and unevenness must be filled with a compatible floor patching compound. Surfaces should be vacuumed and thoroughly cleaned before application of the adhesive.

LAYOUT

The carpet should be cut to the proper length and spread out in the area where it is to be installed. The carpet should be cut 3 to 4 inches longer than area measurements. Allow for any pattern repeat. Align all breadths, or sections of carpet in their proper position and trim the seams. Carpet should be spread in the room 24 hours prior to actual installation, with room temperature between 65°F and 95°F. Before applying adhesive, seam edges must be trimmed with the appropriate seam cutting tools used according to the carpet manufacturers recommendations.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

A 3/32”x3/32”x3/32” V notch trowel minimum is recommended. Sufficient adhesive application must provide 100% coverage of the floor and the carpet back when installed.

For polyurethane foam or rubber foam attached cushion, use Taylor Envirotec #2055 Performance Plus Fast Tack Carpet Adhesive, Meta-Tec #2081 Tuff-Lok X-Link Carpet Adhesive, Envirotec #2100 Delta Force Fast Grab Premium Carpet Adhesive, Envirotec #2056 Redi-Set Commercial Carpet Adhesive; or Envirotec #2057 Redi-Set II Commercial Patterned Carpet Adhesive.

The correct open time for the adhesive is required. The applied adhesive must develop “legs” or tack prior to laying the carpet into the adhesive. Open time will vary depending upon the environmental conditions.

SEAMING

To prevent fraying and raveling at the seams a 1/8” continuous bead of seam adhesive should be applied to the base of the first edge where the face yarns enter the backing. Use Taylor #775 or #2075 Seam Cement. These products are specially formulated, nonflammable cements for buttering primary edges of the carpet where cuts have been made for seams. It will anchor the carpet tufts and prevent gaps in the seams. This will seal the first edge as well as the second when the edges are butted together to form the seam.

The seam sealer cannot be applied along the floor and pushed up between the widths of carpet. The cut edge of the cushion will absorb the seam sealer and prevent proper bonding of the primary backing. Consult the carpet manufacturer for recommendations for cutting and seaming techniques.

INSTALLATION

Dry lay the carpet area, making sure the carpet lays flat and the pile runs in the same direction. Rough cut the carpet in at walls and around columns. Trim seams according to manufacturers recommendation. To avoid possible height variation at the seam area, a sufficient amount of the selvage edge must be trimmed. Check for height variation at the seam and adjust, if necessary, by shimming. Then, carefully fold back both breadths of carpet, being careful not to shift the carpet. Using the selected recommended adhesive and the properly notched trowel, spread adhesive in a uniform manner. The trowel must be kept clean and properly notched.

Check proper open time of the adhesive, allowing the adhesive to develop “legs” or tack before installing carpet. Laying into wet adhesive which has not developed tack is not desirable because the normal evaporative process by which the liquids in the adhesive dry is blocked and the seams may resist laying flat while the wet adhesive slowly dries.

Lay the first breadth into the adhesive and smooth out, using a section of carpet core. Seal the seam edge with Taylor Touchdown #775 Seam Cement or Taylor Envirotec #2075 Seam Sealer by applying a 1/8” continuous bead at the point where the yarn enters the primary backing.

Lay the other side into the adhesive, butting the second carpet edge tightly against the first edge. Do not allow the seams to peak. Eliminate any trapped air or buckles by smoothing out the carpet with a section of the carpet core or a lightweight roller. Clean any excessive seam adhesive from seam area with Taylor Touchdown #9 Adhesive Remover/Stripper, applied to a white absorbent cloth. Do not flood seam with cleaning solvent. Check seam and clip any loose tufts with nap shears. For cut piles, make sure the yarn is not trapped in the seam.

ROLLING

This should be performed with the lightest roller that will achieve 100% transfer of the floor adhesive to the carpet back. It is recommended that the roller weight not exceed 30 lbs.

PROTECTION OF THE INSTALLATION

If required to protect the finished floorcovering from dirt or paint, or if additional work is to be done after the installation is completed, cover it with a non-staining building material paper.

Plastic sheeting should not be used over glue-down installations as it may trap moisture, retarding adhesive cure, and promoting mold and mildew growth. Protect the installation from rolling traffic by using sheets of hardboard or plywood in affected areas.

Traffic over adhesive installations should be restricted for a minimum of 24 to 48 hours to allow the adhesive to cure. Premature traffic can cause installation failure. Exposure to water cleaning and other sources should be restricted for a minimum of 30 days.

Temperature of indoor carpeted areas should never fall below 50°F regardless of the age of the installation.

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Mihir — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:21:27 +0000

DOUBLE-BOND GLUE DOWN

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

In this type of installation, a separate cushion is adhered to the floor and the carpet is glued to the cushion, using the same methods utilized for direct glue-down.

CAUTION: These are general recommendations. Due to the significant differences that exist in various carpet cushions, you should consult with the manufacturers of the cushion and carpet for their recommendations in this type of installation. Only carpets and cushions specifically approved for this end use and application should be utilized for this type of installation.

SITE CONDITIONS AND FLOOR PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1001 (rev. 02/02/04 ) Site Conditions and Floor Preparation for full instructions.

Note: some cushions with a previously applied pressure sensitive adhesive will require the use of a primer such as Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Prime Pre-Coat.

CUSHION AND CARPET LAYOUT

After all floor preparation is completed, the layout and cutting of the cushion should be completed. Cushion should be installed in the longest lengths possible with consideration given to the traffic patterns and seam placement of the carpet. Cushion seams should not be directly under carpet seams but should be at right angles to them. When this is not possible, shift either the carpet or the cushion so that the cushion seams are a minimum of 6 inches to one side of the carpet seams. Cushion seams must be butted without compression, leaving no gaps.

Cut the carpet to the proper length and spread out in the area to be carpeted. Carpet should be spread in the room 24 hours prior to actual installation, with room temperature between 65°F and 95°F. The carpet should be cut 3-4 inches longer than the area measurement. Where applicable, allow for pattern repeat. Carpet seams should be at right angle to cushion seams or at least offset a minimum of 6 inches to either side. Align carpet breadths to their proper position and trim the seams.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Bonding Cushion to Substrate

Pressure Sensitive Adhesive: Some carpet manufacturers do not recommend releasable installations, follow manufacturer’s guidelines. For bonding cushion to substrate. For ease of removal at the end of the carpet service life, you may use a pressure sensitive adhesive for gluing the cushion to the substrate. Use Taylor Envirotech #2027 Pressure Sensitive Adhesive or Taylor Meta-Tec #2082 Tuff-Lok X-Link Carpet Tile Adhesive. A 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square-notch trowel may be sufficient; however, this will depend on the cushion and the porosity of the floor. Rough concrete, particle board, plywood, etc., may require a larger trowel notch. Taylor #2027 can be applied quickly with a short-nap paint roller (the adhesive should be allowed to dry “tacky”). The floor should be covered with a continuous thin film of adhesive.

After the cutting and fitting is completed, fold back the cushion and apply the adhesive to the floor. After the adhesive is allowed to dry “tacky”, lay the cushion into the spread adhesive. You will still be able to shift the cushion on the adhesive surface to reposition if necessary. Smooth out any air bubbles with a 2 ft. length of carpet core, push broom or bottom of tool box shelf. Do not use a heavy roller at this time.

Multi-purpose Adhesive: Premium multipurpose adhesive can also be used to glue down cushion; however, removal of cushion from the floor will be more difficult. Use Taylor Envirotec #2055 Performance Plus Fast Tack Carpet Adhesive, Taylor Meta-Tec #2081 Tuff-Lok X-Link Carpet Adhesive, Taylor Envirotec #2100 Delta Force Fast Grab Premium Carpet Adhesive, or Taylor Envirotec #2056 Redi-Set Super Premium Commercial Carpet Adhesive.

Bonding Carpet to Cushion

The adhesive should be spread uniformly over the cushion with a 1/8”x1/8”x1/16” u-notch trowel. Use any of the multi-purpose adhesives listed above.

Note: The correct open time for the adhesive is required. The applied adhesive must develop “legs” or tack prior to laying in of the carpet into the spread adhesive. Open time will vary depending on the environmental conditions.

ROLLING

After sufficient open time, the carpet is to be pressed into the adhesive and rolled with the lightest possible roller that will achieve 100% transfer of the adhesive into the carpet back. It is recommended that the roller weight not exceed 30 lb. Roll in both directions, but do not over roll. Use of a heavier roller may cause bubbles in carpet. Note: A unitary backed carpet should be rolled a second time about 3 to 12 hours after the initial rolling to make certain a strong bond is established.

SEAMING

Follow carpet manufacturer’s recommendation for seam sealing. When adhesive is required to prevent fraying and raveling at the seams a 1/8” continuous bead of seam adhesive should be applied to the base of the first edge where the face yarns enter the backing.

Use Taylor Touchdown #775 Carpet Seam Cement or Taylor Touchdown #2075 Carpet Seam Adhesive. These products are specially formulated for butting primary edges of the carpet where cuts have been made for seams. It will anchor the carpet tufts and prevent gaps in the seams. This will seal the first edge as well as the second when the edges are butted together to form the seam.

Sewn seams or hot melt seams may be used. Should the carpet have a tendency to shrink, it is recommended that the installer use hot melt seams. Be sure to use a hot melt seaming tape that is designated non-silicon. This would be a hot melt seaming tape backed with a non-silicon paper for double-bond applications. Use a tape specifically designed for carpet to cushion in double stick installarions.

Caution must be taken to not cut into the cushion under the seam.

PROTECTION OF INDOOR INSTALLATION

If required to protect the finished floorcovering from dirt or paint, or if additional work is to be done after the installation is completed, cover it with a non-staining building material paper.

Temperature of indoor carpeted areas should never fall below 50°F regardless of the age of the installation.

SUMMARY

The three leading causes for installation related failures are improper trowel selection, which leads to insufficient adhesive; failure to follow the “tacky” method of installation; and failure to protect from premature traffic.

Bulletin-1002

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DIRECT GLUE DOWN

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

These are general recommendations. Specific instructions should be obtained from the carpet manufacturer.

SITE CONDITIONS AND SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

See Installation Bulletin WFT-1001 (rev. 02/02/04 ) Site Conditions and Floor Preparation for full instructions.

LAYOUT

The carpet should be cut to the proper length and spread out in the area where it is to be installed. The carpet should be cut 3 to 4 inches longer than area measurements. Allow for any pattern repeat. Align all breadths, or sections of carpet in their proper position and trim the seams. Before applying adhesive, seam edges must be trimmed with the appropriate seam cutting tools used according to the carpet manufacturers recommendations.

TROWEL AND ADHESIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Proper trowel notch size is most important. Refer to the carpet manufacturer guidelines or use the chart below. (These are minimum guidelines.) Rough porous concrete surfaces and heavily textured carpet backs may require a trowel with deeper notches. A 100% transfer of floor adhesive into the carpet backing while maintaining full coverage of the floor must be obtained. To check for proper coverage, spread adhesive in a small area with the selected trowel, press carpet into the adhesive and then peel back and check to see that the adhesive has penetrated up into the recesses of the backing. If not, select a larger size trowel and recheck.

The floor adhesive should be spread over the subfloor evenly with the specified trowel. Trowel notches wear down during use. Be sure to maintain the proper depth by re-notching when necessary.

W. F. TAYLOR CARPET ADHESIVES

AND RECOMMENDED TROWELS GUIDELINE

(1-to-4 Performance Power Rating, 4 is Strongest)

SPECIFICATION	TROWEL	1	2	3	4
Jute Back	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch	2060 900	2070	2100 2080 2078	2081 2057 2056 2055
Woven Polypropylene (i.e. Action Bac®)	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch	2060 2058 900	2070	2100 2080 2078	2081 2057 2055 2056
Unitary Backings (Latex, Hot Melt, etc.)	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch		2078	2100 2080	2081 2057 2056 2055
Unitary With Action Backing Secondary	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch		2078	2080	2056 2055
Poly-Urethane Laminate	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch		2080 2078	2100	2081 2057 2056 2055
Attached Poly-Urethane Foam Cushion	3/32”x3/32”x3/32” V Notch		2078	2100 2080	2081 2057 2056 2055
Patterned Carpet With Poly-Urethane Backings	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch			2100	2081 2057 2055 2056
Woven Carpets	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch		2078	2100 2080	2081 2057 2056 2055
Six Foot Vinyl Backings & Carpet Tile	1/16”x1/16×1/16” Sq. Notch				2082 2027
Rubber Foam Back	3/32”x3/32”x3/32” V Notch	2060 900	2070	2100 2080	2081 2057 2056 2055
Outdoor Carpet Smooth Backs	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” V Notch				2089 757
Rougher Backs	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” U Notch				2089 757
Vinyl or Poly-Urethane Backs					none
Double Glue Cushion to Floor	1/16”x1/16”x1/16” Sq.Notch			2080	Releasable 2027 Permanent 2055
Carpet to Cushion	1/8”x1/8”x1/16” U Notch			2100	2057 2055

Trowel dimensions are width x depth x flat (apart).

The correct open time for adhesive is required. The applied adhesive must develop “legs” or tack prior to laying in of the carpet into the adhesive. Open time will vary depending on the environmental conditions After sufficient open time, the carpet should be pressed into the adhesive and rolled with appropriate roller.

SEAMING

To prevent fraying and raveling at the seams a 1/8” continuous bead of seam adhesive should be applied to the base of the first edge where the face yarns enter the backing. Use Taylor Touchdown #775 Carpet Seam Cement or Taylor Touchdown #2075 Carpet Seam Adhesive. These products are formulated for butting primary edges of the carpet where cuts have been made for seams. They will anchor the carpet tufts and prevent gaps in the seams. This will seal the first edge as well as the second when the edges are butted together to form the seam.

Woven Carpet: All cut seam edges should be secured with Taylor #2075 (or another latex seam adhesive), which is a fast-drying latex adhesive used for applying seaming tapes, joining padding, reinforcing seams, sealing raw edges, securing reinforcing weak backing, etc.

All exposed edges must be protected with an appropriate seam sealer.

ROLLING

This should be performed with the lightest roller that will achieve 100% transfer of the floor adhesive into the carpet back. It is recommended that the roller weight not exceed 50 lbs.

Tufted carpet with a jute or synthetic secondary backing should be pressed down into the adhesive bed using a section of carpet core or a roller. Roll in both directions, but do not over roll.

Unitary and woven carpet should be rolled a second time approximately 3 to 12 hours after initial rolling to make sure a strong bond is established.

PROTECTION OF THE INSTALLATION

Sometimes it may be required to protect the finished floorcovering, when additional work is to be done after the installation. The installation can be covered with a non-staining building material paper.

Plastic sheeting should not be used over glue-down as it may trap moisture, retarding adhesive cure, and promoting mold and mildew growth.

Protect the installation from rolling traffic by using sheets of hardboard or plywood in affected areas.

Traffic over adhesive should be restricted for a minimum of 24-48 hours to allow proper adhesive cure. Premature traffic can cause installation failure. Exposure to water from cleaning and other sources should be restricted for a minimum of 30 days.

Temperatures of indoor carpeted areas should never fall below 50°F regardless of the age of the installation.

Bulletin-1001

Mihir — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 21:07:04 +0000

SITE CONDITIONS AND FLOOR PREPARATION

INSTALLATION BULLETIN

SITE CONDITIONS

TEMPERATURE AND HUMIDITY

The temperature should be between 65°F and 95°F with the relative humidity between 10% and 65%. If installing over concrete, the slab should be at least 65°F. Note: Open time of adhesives may vary with changes in temperature and humidity conditions.

RADIANT HEATED FLOOR

Floorcovering may be installed over radiant heated floors provided the maximum surface temperature of the floor does not exceed 85°F under any conditions of use.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Fresh air ventilation should be maintained during the installation by opening doors and windows or by utilizing exhaust fans and by operating the ventilation system at full capacity. Ventilation should be continued for for 48 to 72 hours after installation at normal room temperature. Job site conditions must meet flooring manufacturer’s guidelines.

FLOOR PREPARATION

Each subfloor should be inspected to determine any special care required to make it a suitable foundation for carpet.

CONCRETE

New Concrete: Should be cured, clean, level and dry. It should be free of curing or parting agents, any chemicals or other contaminates that interfere with the bonding of the adhesive.

Old Concrete: Must be clean, level, dry and free of paint, dirt, adhesives, solvent residue, oils and other contaminates. The flooring contractor should obtain from the owner or general contractor, a written report on the moisture and alkalinity conditions of the slab to determine its suitability as a substrate for the material to be installed.

Moisture: The moisture emission rate of a concrete floor is expressed in lbs/1000 sq. ft./24 hours according to ASTM F1869-98 test method. The test for emission rate requires a minimum of 60 hours to a maximum of 72 hours to conduct; therefore, proper installation planning is a must. An emission rate of 3 lbs. or less is acceptable.

NOTE: There are other test methods such as concrete moisture meters, and plastic sheeting (approximately 2 ft. square and sealed around the edges with duct tape). Twenty-four hours are required for the plastic sheeting test. However, these tests only indicate the presence of moisture and are not a precise measurement of vapor emissions. A calcium chloride test must be done if these tests show signs of moisture.

Alkalinity: The pH on the surface of the concrete can be determined by slightly wetting the floor with distilled water and applying pH test paper. Digital meters are now available from tool manufacturers such as Taylor Tool (no affiliation to W.F. Taylor Co., Inc.).A pH range of above 5 and below 9 is accept-able. A reading of 9 and above requires corrective measures. Taylor Envirotec #2000 Alka Prime Pre-coat is excellent for neutralizing the surface alkalinity while preparing porous surfaces and promoting adhesion of the adhesive.

CAUTION: Presence of Alkali (pH 9 and above) and moisture emission rate of above 3 lbs./1000 sq. ft./24 hours are good indicators of excessive vapor emissions. Consult with the building owner or contractor before proceeding with any installation.

METAL

Metal floors must be level and cleaned of grease, oil, dirt, paint, and rust.

WOOD

Wood Subfloors: Require a minimum of 18 inches of air space underneath with cross ventilation. Plywood, hardwood and particleboard used as subflooring must be underlayment grade installed to the manufacturer’s specifications. Joints shall be filled and rough areas sanded smooth. Old wood should be checked for soundness, and loose boards should be re-nailed. Rough and uneven areas shall be sanded smooth and primed.

Oil Contaminated Floors: Cover with a suitable underlayment such as hardboard, plywood, or particleboard.

Painted Wood Surface: The suitability of a painted wood surface can be checked by gluing down a 2 ft. sq. of carpet. If the adhesive bond is strong and the paint does not pull up with the carpet after 72 hours, the carpet can be installed. Glossy surfaces should be roughened prior to installation.

Sanded and New Floors: Coat with Taylor #2000 Alka Prime Pre-coat to provide a good surface for glue-down.

RESILIENT FLOOR COVERING

Carpet should not be glued down directly over existing sheet vinyl, homogeneous or laminated solid vinyl tile, and some rubber flooring products.

Direct glue-down over vinyl asbestos tile (VAT) and/or vinyl composition tile (VCT) is acceptable as long as it is well adhered to the substrate, and should be free of all waxes, sealers, floor finishes and other foreign materials. Follow RFCI guidelines for removal of resilient flooring.

NOTE: The installation of a second layer of finish flooring material, including some carpets, can trap moisture, resulting in failure, even over subfloors that had never previously shown any signs of moisture. Moisture test should be performed prior to installation over existing resilient tile.

EXCEPTION: Solid vinyl or PVC backed floorcovering to be installed over cutback or pre-existing pressure sensitive adhesives must have a barrier coating such as Taylor Touchdown #500 Nu-Flor Barrier Coat (see Barrier Coating section below) between the pre-existing adhesive and the newly applied pressure sensitive or vinyl adhesives.

ATTENTION: With the issue of removal and abatement of asbestos containing tile and cutback adhesives, it has become an issue of whether or not flooring adhesives can be applied over old/fully cured cutback adhesives. In the past, adhesives containing solvents have reactivated these cutback adhesives contributing to adhesive failure and bleed through. Follow RFCI guidelines for removal.

W.F. Taylor Envirotec Healthguard Adhesives and Meta-Tec Adhesives: Taylor’s innovation of flooring adhesives containing no solvents was introduced in 1990. These adhesives will not reactivate fully cured cutback adhesives. The Envirotec Healthguard and Meta-Tec series of flooring adhesives are recommended for use over cutback. Applying adhesive over old cutback will retard the drying of new adhesive; allow more open time before installing floor covering.

BARRIER COATING

Taylor #500 Nu-Flor Barrier Coat is a 2-part water base curing system for sealing of old existing adhesive residue from cutback adhesives, multi-purpose adhesives, and pressure-sensitive adhesives prior to installation of new floorcoverings with new adhesives. Nu-Flor Barrier Coat is specifically recommended for use where new vinyl back floorcoverings are being installed to prevent plasticizers in the vinyl back materials from reactivating or further plasticizing the pre-existing adhesives indicated above. It may also be used as an asbestos encapsulator over vinyl asbestos tile (VAT).

Floor Preparation

1. Cutback Adhesives should be reduced to a thin, well-bonded residue using wet scraping method. Please refer to following statement by the Carpet and Rug Institute:

“Warning: Some sheet vinyls, resilient tile, and cutback asphaltic adhesives may contain asbestos. Unless positive beyond any doubt that the floor is a non-asbestos product, assume it contains asbestos, and treat it in a manner prescribed for a floor containing asbestos. Recommended work practices prohibit sanding, dry scraping, bead blasting, or mechanically pulverizing resilient flooring, backing or lining felt. Do not use power devices, which create asbestos dust in removing cutback asphaltic adhesives. Various federal, state, and local government agencies have regulations covering the removal of asbestos containing materials.”

W.F. Taylor Co., Inc. makes no claims as to acceptability of the above procedure as a mitigation method in lieu of asbestos removal, and accepts no responsibility if loose asbestos containing materials are affected upon removal

2. Multi-purpose type adhesives and pressure sensitive adhesives should be reduced to a thin well-bonded residue.

3 All surfaces should be swept thoroughly clean or vacuumed before application of Taylor #500 Nu-Flor Barrier Coat.

Application

Add all of Part B to Part A in mixing pail and mix thoroughly for approximately three (3) minutes. Apply with a brush or medium nap paint roller – an epoxy roller cover is recommended.

A tack free state will be achieved in 3 or 4 hours, but Nu-Flor Barrier Coat must be allowed to cure overnight (approximately 12 hours) prior to an application of new adhesive.

Shaw 9050

Mihir — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:28:16 +0000

2020

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Shaw 1036

Mihir — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:28:16 +0000

2090

Mihir — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 13:28:16 +0000

757-C