Installation Instructions

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PRODUCT INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS AND RECOMMENDED USAGE
GENERAL INFORMATION
■ Always store and transport cartons on a flat surface
stacked no more than 10 cartons high. Handle tiles and
cartons with care. Tiles can be damaged if dropped.
■ Condition the room(s) and all flooring and setting materi-
als at a constant temperature between 65°F (18°C) and
85°F (29°C) for 48 hours prior to, during, and 48 hours
after installation. Thereafter, maintain a room temperature
between 55°F (13°C) and 100°F (38°C).
■ Do not install at a temperature higher than 85°F (29°C).
■ When installing tile from two or more cartons, check the
code on the side of the cartons to ensure that the pattern
and shade numbers are the same. Mix tiles from several
different cartons to achieve the best appearance.
■ For the best visual results, the directional arrows printed
on the back of the tile should be installed following Fig. 1,
with tiles turned randomly, i.e. north, south, east and west.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR DURACERAMIC
OPTIONS
DuraCeramic Options is designed with embossed center lines.
To create an 8”x 8” format, score the embossed line(s) with a
sharp utility knife and flex the tile to separate the sections. If
necessary, use a sanding block with 100 grit open face sand
paper to remove roughness at the separation edges. Once
DuraCeramic Options is separated, it must be grouted.
(Fig. 2 and Fig. 3).
FLOORING INSTALLATIONS
Special Installation Tools
• Notched trowel (1/16” wide, 1/32” deep, 1/32” apart)
• 100-pound, three-section, steel roller
• Grout tools and spacers for grouted applications
• 18” tile cutter - optional
Subfloor Recommendations
DuraCeramic may be installed over dry concrete on all grade
levels, suspended wood, qualifying old resilient floors,
ceramic tile and terrazzo.
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Fig. 1 - Turn tiles as shown.
Fig. 2 - Score with a sharp utility knife.
Fig. 3 - Flex tile and separate into 8” tiles.
Size (nominal) 15 5/8” x 15 5/8” (40 cm x 40 cm)
Gauge (nominal) .160” (4.1 mm)
Packaging
10 Pieces/Carton
17 Sq. Ft.; 1.58 m
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Shipping Weight 33 Lbs./Carton
NBS Smoke Density Passes
Critical Radiant Flux
(ASTM E648 >0.45w/cm
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Passes
Motor Vehicle FMVSS 302 Passes
Static Load Limit 250 psi
Slip Resistance Meets ADA Recommendations
PEI Rating 3-4
Installation Method
Grouted or Traditional
Edge-to-Edge Fit (Ungrouted)
Subfloor Application
On, Above, or Below- Grade
Level
Adhesive
Congoleum DS100
DuraSet Adhesive
Grout DuraCeramic Premixed Grout
Joint Sealer
(Recommended for
DS200 DuraCeramic
ungrouted floors)
Joint Sealer
Suggested Usage
Residential and Light
Commercial
Residential - Lifelong
Warranty Lt. Commercial - Five-Year
Commercial