Installation Instructions
3. Slowly pull the applicator in one continuous
motion, applying the seam sealer inside and on
top of the seam. Best results are obtained by
positioning yourself directly behind and with your
arm parallel to the seam during the application.
4. The correct amount of seam sealer to be applied
is a band about 1/8" to 3/16" in width, which
covers each side of the seam equally. Should there
be a delay in sealing other seams, insert the pin
into the hole of the applicator nozzle to prevent
clogging and evaporation. Inspect the seam for
complete coverage and reapply if necessary.
Protect newly sealed seams from all traffic for a minimum of 3 hours and do not
allow heavy traffic for 24 hours.
WARNING!
Tarkett
®
DT-25, DT-65, DT-55 and DT-50 are flammable. Do not use near
fire or flame. Do not smoke in vicinity of use. Avoid contact with eyes
and skin. Provide adequate ventilation and avoid prolonged breathing of
vapors. Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid spilling seam sealer on sheet flooring, as there is no suitable solvent for its
removal. Any attempt to wipe up seam sealer liquid will damage the finish of the
flooring. Should spillage occur, the best resort is to leave the spill undisturbed and
allow it to dry.
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Chapter 8: Seam Sealing
All seams on Tarkett
®
FiberFloor
®
must be chemically sealed.
Tarkett DT-25 Seam Sealer – For use on all products with high gloss vinyl or urethane
finish.
Tarkett DT-65 Seam Sealer – For use on all products with low gloss vinyl or urethane
finish.
Tarkett DT-55 Seam Sealer – For use on all products with vinyl wear layer finish.
Tarkett DT-50 Seam Sealer – For use on all products with vinyl wear layer finish.
Mixing Instructions for DT-25 And DT-65
1. Remove the pin from the inside of the plastic applicator bottle.
2. To ensure accurate measuring of Part A and Part B, place the applicator bottle on a flat,
level surface.
3. Starting with Part A, pour equal amounts of Part A and Part B into the applicator bottle.
Important: When using DT-65, always shake the Part B bottle for approximately 30
seconds before pouring the contents into the plastic applicator bottle.
4. If the total linear feet of seam is less than 35', mix ½-oz each of Part A and Part B into
the applicator bottle, using the calibrations on the bottle. If the total linear feet of
seam is more than 35', mix the entire contents of Part A and Part B into the applicator
bottle.
5. Immediately replace the caps on each bottle and tighten.
6. Securely fasten the applicator nozzle onto the plastic applicator bottle and gently
swirl to mix contents. Do not shake the plastic bottle to mix solution, as this will cause
air bubbles in the mixture.
Application Instructions
1. Hold the applicator bottle so that your forefinger is
positioned on the flat area of the nozzle above the
fin.
2. Compress the bottle before turning it over. As the
bottle is turned over, release the pressure. This
will form a vacuum and prevent the solution from
flowing out of the bottle before the fin is inserted
into the seam. Position the fin 1" short of one
end of the seam. Push the applicator toward the
starting point, allowing the fin to penetrate the
seam. It is important that the fin on the applicator
nozzle be inserted inside the seam cut.