Installation Guide

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Roll Sequencing

Rolls of patterned carpet must be sequenced so the longest pattern is installed rst and the roll with the next longest pattern

can be stretched to match the longer one. This procedure is critical, because it is impossible to shrink a longer pattern to match

a shorter pattern. This requires each roll be measured for pattern repeat prior to installation. See specic pattern elongation

installation procedures below.

Pattern Elongation

All rolls should be dry-laid and the pattern repeat measured to establish the correct roll sequence. The longest pattern must be

installed rst, then the next longest, etc. This allows the shorter pattern to be stretched to the longer pattern, and keeps the

closest pattern repeats together. After the roll sequence is established, glue half the long pattern and half the shorter pattern

lengthwise. Stretch the shorter pattern to match the longer pattern by starting at the center of the seam and stretching toward

the ends. Stay nails will be needed to secure the pattern match as the adhesive sets.

Corrective Steps for Bow and Skew

Make a cut across the patterns at one end. Then apply the adhesive using the proper trowel. Push the short corners to the wall

and stretch the excess carpet created by the bow or skew to the opposite wall using a power stretcher and crab stretcher. Use

stay nails to hold the pattern in place until the adhesive sets. Follow this procedure throughout the installation. In large rooms

start in the center of the seam correcting the bow and skew with a stretcher or mini-stretcher. A dry line should be placed along

the pattern for reference.

Applying Approved Adhesive

NuBroadlok is the only adhesive approved for use in direct glue-down installations. The use of NuBroadlok Adhesive is vital to

ensure optimum results. Applying an improper adhesive can result in an installation failure for which Mohawk Industries cannot

be held responsible. To make certain that the proper amount of adhesive is transferred to the back of the carpet, a 1/8" x 1/8" x

1/8" U-notched trowel or 1/8" x 1/8" x 1/16" V-notched trowel must be used. This will result in a spread rate of approximately 8 -

10 yards per gallon.

Proper open time is critical for the adhesive to develop the proper tack. Open time will usually range from 10 to 30 minutes but

should be evaluated in a small area before proceeding with the installation. Allow the adhesive to remain open long enough to

develop tack but not too tacky that the pattern cannot slip to make a proper match.

General Installation Procedures

1. Make sure that the pile-lay runs in the same direction. Check starting wall for squareness, allowing for an off-square wall.

Strike a chalk line the entire length of the area where the seam falls.

2. Place two lengths in the proper position for installing, and trim selvages. Line up the seam edges with the chalk line, making

sure they are perfectly at and tension-free.

3. Fold or roll both widths back 3 feet from the seam area for the entire length of the carpet.

4. Spread NuBroadlok Adhesive from the approximate center toward each end, using a 1/8" x 1/8" x 1/8" U-notched trowel or

1/8" x 1/8" x 1/16" V-notched trowel and steady, even strokes. When sufcient oor area has been covered with NuBroadlok,

wait until the adhesive has reached the appropriate tacky stage before dropping the rst breadth of carpet into place. Apply

a thin coating of NuBroadlok Seam Sealer to the seam edge of the rst breadth. Follow this procedure for each succeeding

breadth at the seam. Drop or roll the second breadth into position, and t the seam in tightly using a crab stretcher if

necessary. Roll looseness and air bubbles away from the seam.

PLEASE NOTE: Seam Sealer must be used on all seams.