Installation Guide

 In renovation or remodel work, remove any existing adhesive residue so that 80% of the overall

area of the original substrate is exposed.

 The area to receive resilient flooring and the flooring materials and adhesives should be

maintained at a minimum of 65°F (18°C) and a maximum of 100°F (38°C) for 48 hours before

installation, during installation, and 48 hours after completion. Maintain a minimum temperature of

55°F (13°C) thereafter.

 For concrete substrates, conduct moisture testing (moisture vapor emission rate {MVER})

maximum of 5 lbs and/or percent relative humidity (in-situ probe) maximum 80%. Bond

tests must also be conducted for compatibility with the substrate.

Keys to Successful Installation:

 Proper conditioning of both the jobsite and the flooring is necessary. Do not expose the

installation to wide ranges in temperature and moisture/humidity levels in the home.

 Store, transport and handle the flooring so as to prevent creases or other distortions in the sheet.

Always roll face-out on a cardboard tube. Distortions will generally not disappear or shrink on

their own. Sheet must be lying flat at time of installation.

 Just prior to installation, lay flooring out flat to acclimate to conditions and allow the roll-up

stresses to relax.

 Undercut door trim to allow for free movement of the flooring there as well.

 Island cabinets are permissible on top of the flooring but perimeter base cabinets should be cut

around.

 Seams must be double cut, net, with no fullness. Do not straight edge and butt seams. Do not

stretch or compress at seams as this will lead to small buckles.

 Do not compress the edges of the sheet in any way when installing adjacent flooring materials.

Installation of carpet, metal strips and other transition moldings should not push fullness into the

flooring.

 Always protect flooring from rolling loads from other trades and replacement and/or movement of

appliances.

 Radiant heated substrates must not exceed a maximum surface temperature of 85°F (29°C).

 As with many flooring products, the full spread adhesive methods generally require somewhat

more attention to the condition of the substrate so that it will not telegraph irregularities through

the finished floor.

1. Preinstallation Care & Materials Estimating

 When transporting or storing floor prior to installation, do not kink or distort.

 Always roll flooring face out until ready to install.

 Just prior to installation, lay flooring out flat to acclimate to conditions.

 Flooring and room temperature should be a minimum of 65° F (18° C) for 48 hours preinstallation,

during installation, and 48 hours after installation. Minimum 55° F (13° C) thereafter.

 Plan layout for minimum number of seams.

 Accurately measure length and width of room. Include recessed areas/doorways.

 Allow an extra 1-1/2” of flooring on each end for trimming.

 If more than one piece of flooring is needed, allow for correct pattern match at seam.

2. Prepare Subfloor

Inspect and prepare subfloor. Subfloor must be clean, dry, and smooth. A subfloor is the surface over

which your new sheet flooring is installed.