Installation Instructions

CRI 105 - STANDARD For INSTALLATION of RESIDENTIAL CARPET

General Requirements

This section covers the minimum standard requirement for installation of carpet based upon

reliable principles and procedures developed through practical experience, research, and

information obtained from manufacturers, retailers, installers, end users, testing laboratories,

and others who have specialized expertise. For more detailed information, instructions and

training, please contact the specific manufacturer.

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Applicable Documents and References

CRI 105 utilizes publicized documents from The Carpet and Rug Institute, Inc. and the

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International Standards.

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Carpet and Rug Institute References:

The Carpet Primer

Carpet Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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Most recent ASTM Standards:

ASTM F710 – Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete to Receive Resilient Flooring

ASTM F1869 – Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete

Subfloor Using Calcium Chloride

ASTM F2170 – In-situ Relative Humidity Testing

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Terminology

For terms and definitions used in this standard, refer to the Definitions of Terms section at the

end of this document.

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Tools and Materials

Carpet installation requires using tools and materials referenced in this standard. Refer to

Table I – Tools & Materials at the end of this document.