Installation Instructions

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7. QUARRY TILE, TERRAZZO, CERAMIC TILE, POURED FLOORS (EPOXY, POLYMERIC,
SEAMLESS)
 Must be totally cured and well bonded to the concrete.
 Must be free of any residual solvents and petroleum derivatives. Waxes, polishes, grease, grime,
and oil must be removed.
 Show no signs of moisture or alkalinity.
 Cuts, cracks, gouges, dents, and other irregularities in the existing floor covering must be repaired
or replaced.
 Fill any low spots, holes, chips and seams that may telegraph through the new flooring.
 Grind any highly polished or irregular/smooth surfaces.
 Quarry tile or Ceramic tile grout joints and textured surfaces must be filled with an embossing
leveler or substrate manufacturer approved material.
8. SUBFLOOR HEATING
DUE TO THE SPEED OF SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES, WHICH HAS THE POTENTIAL TO
NEGATIVELY AFFECT THIS FLOORING, IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED TO INSTALL OVER ANY
ELECTRICAL RADIANT HEATING SYSTEM. INSTALLATION OVER ELECTRICAL RADIANT
HEATING SYSTEMS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. BELOW
INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR EMBEDDED RADIANT HEATING SYSTEMS USING WATER.
 Ensure the radiant heat surface temperature never exceeds 80°F / 27°C.
 Before installing over newly constructed radiant heat systems, operate the system at maximum
capacity to force any residual moisture from the cementitious topping of the radiant heat system.
 Shut down the floor heating at least 48 hours prior to installation.
 Make sure that the temperature in the room is maintained consistent between 65-75°F / 18-23°C
before and during the installation.
 It is recommended that the radiant heat be applied in a gradual manner after installing the floor.
Use of an in‐floor temperature sensor is recommended to avoid overheating.
 Refer to the radiant heat system’s manufacturer recommendations for additional guidance.
II. LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION
1. GENERAL RULES
 It is customary to center rooms and hallways, so borders are not less than half a tile or plank.
 It is preferable to lay boards following the direction of the main source of light. For the best result,
make sure to always work from 3 to 4 cartons at a time, mixing the planks during the installation.
 In hallways and small spaces, it may be simpler to work lengthwise from one end using a center
reference line as a guide.
 Make sure cut edges are always against the wall.
2. ADHESIVE
IMPORTANT: FOR OPTIMAL ADHESION A WATERPROOF, HARD-SETTING ACRYLIC ADHESIVE
IS RECOMMENDED FOR RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION AND A TWO-PART POLYURETHANE OR
EPOXY ADHESIVE FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS. IT IS ADVISED TO PERFORM ADHESION
TESTING TO DETERMINE THE COMPATIBILITY OF THE ADHESIVE TO THE SUBSTRATE, IF