Installation Instructions

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4. Again, apply a liberal amount of Part B inside the open section of seam. Allow to air
dry for approximately 5 minutes. Force seam edges together and hold in place for a
few minutes until both edges of seam are bonded together. Wipe excess sealer from
the surface of the flooring with a clean, white, lint-free cloth dampened with mineral
spirits.
5. NOTE: Part B of the DT-25 Seam Sealer is a quick drying component and will provide
the initial strength required to bond the sides of a seam. It will not adhere to the
surface of flooring with urethane surfaces.
6. Apply a 1/8" to 1/4" bead of the recommended seam sealer to the surface of the repair
area. Use DT-25 Seam Sealer on all products with high gloss finish. Use DT-65 Seam
Sealer on all products with low gloss finish. Do not insert fin when applying sealer to
surface. Protect this area from traffic for a minimum of 3 hours.
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Chapter 9: Repairs
Small Cuts, Punctures and Gouges
A sharp object dropped onto the floor generally causes this type of damage. If the wear
layer is intact, the repair is simply performed by sealing the wear layer back together
using the recommended seam sealer. If the damaged area has become dirty, clean the
area with a clean, white cloth dampened with mineral spirits and allow to dry. Carefully
apply the recommended seam sealer to damaged area. Protect area from traffic for a
minimum of 3 hours.
Repair Requiring Insert
These types of repairs should be made using material left over from the original
installation, to minimize color variation. If extra material is not available, material may
be acquired from inconspicuous areas such as under appliances and inside closets.
1. Find a suitable piece of repair material to match the damaged area and cut roughly one
inch over size.
2. Place the repair material over the damaged area and tape in place along the edges with
masking tape. Make sure the pattern is aligned correctly.
3. Using a sharp utility knife and a straight edge, double-cut through the repair material
and the damaged flooring. If possible, cuts should be made along the edges of the
grout lines.
4. Remove the repair piece, making sure to keep the piece in proper alignment.
5. Remove the damaged area. Carefully scrape off the backing and adhesive from the
substrate. Be careful not to damage the subfloor or the edges of the flooring.
6. If the floor has been adhered with Tarkett QBOND-ONE™ Adhesive, insert the repair
piece and roll with a hand roller. If the floor has been installed glueless, place the
recommended seam tape under each seam edge. Remove the release liner, insert the
repair piece, and roll with a hand roller. Seal all seams with the recommended seam
sealer.
Seam Repair
1. If flooring has been waxed or polished, clean seam area with a wax stripping solution.
The presence of wax will impair adhesion of seam sealer.
2. Pull a dull linoleum knife through the open area to remove loose dirt and adhesive
from inside the seam.
3. Apply a liberal amount of Part B from the DT-25 Seam Sealer inside the open
section of seam. Allow Part B to soften the seam edges for approximately 1 minute.
Again, pull a dull linoleum knife through the seam. Angle the knife blade so as to
lightly scrape seam edges. This is done to remove any remaining dirt or adhesive
residue. Remove Part B from the surface of the flooring with a clean, white, lint-free
cloth dampened with mineral spirits.