Installation Guide

Ensure flooring seams do not directly overlap flooring
seams any seams in substrate. After positioning the first
roll of material, position the second roll alongside the first
roll and check factory side seams for seam acceptable. If
the factory side seams are not acceptable the material
should be double cut or scribe cut using a straight edge
prior to installation to ensure tight seams. If the factory
side seams are acceptable overlap the second roll over
the side seam of the first roll no more than 1/16”. Once
the adhesive is applied beneath the seam during
installation, work the overlapped seam material back to
eliminate the overlap (do not leave the seams
overlapped). Following this procedure will ensure the
seams are fitted tightly together, eliminating unsightly
gaps. Ensure to allow a 1/8” gap around the entire
perimeter of the room to allow for expansion, ensuring
gap is no wider than the trim, wall base or molding to be
installed. Cut borders and other specialty pieces to fit
snugly against or around walls, thresholds, transition
strips, fixtures and other protrusions or accessories.
Avoid forcing material tightly against vertical surfaces, as
material may buckle. Allow material to acclimate in place
overnight.
Once material has acclimated overnight and all end
seams have been cut, and side seams if necessary,
carefully fold back half of material and apply adhesive
according to instructions for specific product in use.
When necessary, use weights (such as unused adhesive
pails) to hold material back while adhesive flashes.
Replace trowels and applicators at recommended
intervals to maintain proper trowel ridge and spread rate.
Once adhesive has been applied and flashed, carefully
roll material back into adhesive to avoid trapping air
between the adhesive bed and the material. Work the
material into the wet adhesive eliminating any overlaps,
if any, to ensure the seams are fitted tightly together,
eliminating unsightly gaps. Ensure that adhesive does
not ooze into seams. Pay close attention to flash times
and working times in order to avoid installing into
adhesive that is too wet or dry.
Do not work on material that is installed into wet
adhesive, as this could displace adhesive. When
working off of material is not possible, use a kneeling
board or equivalent to disperse weight evenly and
prevent adhesive displacement. If having trouble getting
seams tight, a residue-free releasable tape (such as 3M
painters tape) can be used to hold shifting seems
together. If adhesive is oozing out of seams or material
is shifting excessively, adhesive may be too wet for
installation. Review open times and allow adhesive to
flash longer prior to installing material into adhesive.
To prevent movement, dust, dirt, debris and topical
moisture in or around seams, tape seams together or at
recommended distance after installation using a residue-
free releasable tape (such as 3M painters tape).
Material that has been cut towards the inside end of the
roll may be prone to edge-lifting and curling on end
seams and butted seams – if this is evident after
installation, use weight to weigh down edges.
Roll installation area with a 3 section, 100 lb. roller within
15 minutes of installation, crossing in a perpendicular
direction after initial roll. Re-roll material 30 minutes after
initial roll.
If adhesive is oozing out of seams or material is shifting
excessively, adhesive may be too wet for installation.
Review open times and allow adhesive to flash longer
prior to installing material into adhesive.
Clean excessive adhesive or adhesive residue from the
surface of the material according to adhesive
instructions.
9. INITIAL MAINTENANCE
Ensure that adhesive has cured for recommended
period of time prior to conducting initial maintenance.
Remove any protective coverings prior to cleaning.
Sweep or dust mop and vacuum flooring to remove any
dirt, dust or debris. Do not use vacuums that have a
beater bar or electric brooms with hard plastic bottoms
or no padding; this may cause discoloration, scratching
and loss of sheen. Do not use detergents, abrasive
cleaners or “mop and shine” type products; they will dull
the finish and sheen of the flooring material.
Mix 2-4 ounces of Excelsior NC-900 Neutral Cleaner per
gallon of clean, potable water. Use a clean mop to apply
cleaning solution to the area and let stand for 5-10
minutes.
If using a low-speed floor buffer or swing single disc
scrubber (180 – 360 RPM), buff floor while wet using a
22 gauge soft bristled scrubbing brush or a 3M 4100
White Super Polish Pad. If flooring is heavily soiled, a
3M 5100 Red Cleaning Pad may be required.
If using an auto-scrubber, buff floor while wet using a 22
gauge soft bristled scrubbing brush or a 3M 5100 Red
Cleaning Pad. If flooring is heavily soiled, allow cleaner
to remain on surface for an additional 5-10 minutes
before scrubbing and removing.
Use an auto-scrubber, wet vacuum or clean mop to
remove any and all excess cleaning solution. Rinse area
with clean, cool water and allow floor to dry entirely.
Ensure flooring area is clean and that all cleaning
residue has been removed (this may require additional
rinsing).
All installation areas that will be difficult to maintain with
a buffer or auto-scrubber (such as elevators cabs or
small rooms) or will not receive routine maintenance with
a buffer or auto-scrubber (such as residences) must
have a compatible floor finish installed, such as the
Excelsior PF-960, in order to ease maintenance of the
floor covering.