Installation Instructions

InstallatIon RecommendatIons
Layout
Layout will depend on the product size and adhesive
system being used. Snap a chalk line down the center
of the oor parallel with the long dimension of the room.
Adjust the chalk line if necessary to avoid narrow pieces
at the walls. When installing 18”x 18” or 18”x 36” tiles it will
be necessary to snap additional chalk lines perpendicular
(90°) to the center line. Also see special instructions for
AD-62 wet-set adhesive applications.
When planning the layout make sure tile and plank joints
fall at least 6” (15.2cm) away from joints in the underlay-
ment and or seams in existing ooring. Do not install over
expansion joints.
Cutting
Structure can be trimmed to t using a sharp utility knife or
tile cutter. When using a utility knife, score the surface of
the tile or plank and ex it downward to break it at the score
mark. Always place the cut edge against the wall.
For instaLLation with aD-32
Pressure sensitive aDhesive
Apply AD-32 Adhesive over one-half of the suboor up to
the chalk line. Allow adhesive to dry completely to a tack,
normally 30 to 60 minutes, longer in cool or humid condi-
tions. Adhesive will turn from o white to clear when dry.
Carefully install the rst row of tile or plank along the
edge of the chalk line. When installing plank, start with a
whole plank in the rst row. Use 2/3rds of a plank to start
the second row and 1/3rd of a plank for the third row.
Thereafter install planks in a random layout offsetting end
joints by at least 8”. Avoid using small pieces less than 6”.
Complete each row including the cut piece at the end of the
row. Always place cut ends against the wall. Complete the
opposite side of the room and roll the entire oor in both
directions with a 100 pound, three-section roller. Restrict
to light trac for the next 48 hours.
For instaLLation with aD-62
wet set aDhesive
When working with wet set adhesive it will be necessary
to start the installation at the wall to avoid walking on
freshly installed ooring. Transfer the center chalkline to
within 24” to 36” from the wall opposite the entrance of
the room using a multiple of the plank or tile width. Snap
additional chalk lines to divide the oor into sections for
adhesive application.
Apply AD-62 Adhesive in the rst section. Spread the
adhesive evenly over the suboor, keeping the trowel at a
45º angle to the surface. Apply only enough adhesive that
can be covered with plank or tile within the 20 to 30 minute
working time. Before setting tiles or planks, allow adhesive
to ash o for 5 to 10 minutes over porous surfaces or
20 to 40 minutes over approved non-porous surfaces.
Do not walk on or work on freshly laid ooring until the
adhesive has set suciently to eliminate shifting.
If unavoidable use a kneeling board. Fitting ooring net
to the walls will reduce the possibility of tiles shifting.
Carefully install the rst row of tile or plank along the edge
of the chalk line. When installing plank, start with a whole
plank in the rst row. Use 2/3rds of a plank to start the
second row and 1/3rd of a plank for the third row. There-
after install planks in a random layout offsetting end joints
by at least 8”. Complete each row including the cut piece
at the end of the row. Always place cut ends against the
wall. Clean any adhesive smears on the face of the
ooring immediately with a clean wet cloth before it dries.
Roll the oor with a 100 pound three section roller imme-
diately after completing each section and while adhesive
is still wet. Re-roll it again after 1 hour. Failure to roll the
oor can result in poor adhesion and indentation of the
nished oor.
Finishing the Job
• Clean any adhesive smears on the face of the ooring
immediately while wet with a clean cloth and dilute
solution of neutral cleaner and water. Mineral spirits
can be used to remove dried adhesive.
• Keep trac o the newly installed oor for at least
24 hours after installation. Open to light trac for the
next 48 hours. Resume normal trac after 72 hours.
• Protect the oor from rolling or static loads for at least
72 hours after installation to allow adhesive to set rm.
• Always use strips of hardwood or plywood when
moving heavy objects such as furniture or equipment
over the oor even when using carts or dollies
with wheels.
• Allow adhesive to dry a minimum of 4 days before
wetting or washing the new oor.
Congoleum Corporation
PO Box 3127
Mercerville, NJ 08619-0127
www.congoleum.com
www.congoleum.com
April 2013
© 2013 Congoleum Corporation
Printed in USA M41650413S
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