Technical Specifications

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D. Installation to Concrete/Masonry Walls:
1. Install wood furring strips, not exceeding 16" o.c.
2. Apply NovaCork panels following "Installation to Wood Frame Walls."
E. Installation to Finished Walls:
1. Apply wall panels following "Installation to Wood Frame Walls," putting adhesive to
back of wall panels instead of on wood framing in 3/8" beads 16" o.c. and at perimeter,
holding adhesive back 3/4" from edge. Panels must be aligned such that panel edges
would fall on framing behind finished wall. Panels must be fastened to framing behind
finished wall.
PANEL MAINTENANCE:
To prevent overall soiling, frequent vacuuming or light brushing to remove dust and
grime is recommended. Oil or grease type spots will respond to mild solvent or dry
cleaning agents. The blotting technique, without rubbing, should be sufficient to remove
most spots. For general dirt or grime spots, sponging with the foam from a mild
detergent or upholstery shampoo should remove the accumulated dirt or grime spot.
Room temperature solution should be sufficient. Rinse well with a clean sponge to
remove traces of the water-base cleaning agent.
Cutting Panels:
Cuts can be easily made by either hand or power sawing. Always use a medium to fine
tooth saw whether hand or power. If cutting with a hand saw, cut from finished side of
panel; if using a portable power saw, rotary or saber, cut from back of panel. Small cuts
(electric boxes, etc.) can be readily made with several passes of a sharp utility knife.
Availability:
Homasote building products are available throughout the United States and Canada
from local building material dealers.
Dealers should have samples and literature describing all Homasote products. If not,
contact the Homasote Company.
Typical Physical Properties:
Density………………………………24-26 lbs/ft3
Water Absorption by vol. (max)
(2hrs. immers.)……………………………5%
(24 hrs. immers)…………………………15%
Expansion from 50% to 90% rel.hum……..0.25
R-value………………………………………....1.2
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