Installation Guide

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contaminating face yarns (See Figure 1). This insures that all edges trimmed for

seaming are protected from edge ravel. Allow seam adhesive to dry before

proceeding with the installation to prevent transfer to the face yarn. An additional

bead of seam adhesive is applied to the cut edge of one side only, after that side is

first placed into the floor adhesive. In order to weld the seam edges together, while

the seam adhesive is still transferrable, abut the edges to form the seam.

Figure 1

13.6 Rolling – After the recommended amount of adhesive has been applied to the floor

and the prescribed open time has been allowed, the carpet is carefully placed into

the adhesive. To insure an adequate bond, It is then required that the carpet be

uniformly pressed into the adhesive using a roller designed for this purpose. Rolling

should be performed with the lightest roller that will cause the adhesive applied to the

floor to fully coat the back of the carpet (with a minimum mirror image of the

adhesive applied to the floor) while still covering 100% of the floor. Do not exceed

75 lbs. unless specifically directed by the manufacturer. Roll the carpet in both length

and width directions.

NOTE: In some circumstances, re-rolling is required as well as the placement of weights in

problematic areas. A hand roller should be used around walls and other obstructions to insure

a proper bond is formed in these areas.

13.7 Finishing at Wall Line – Finish the installation along the wall line leaving a net,

smooth, neat, and secure fit.

14. Double-Glue-Down Installation

14.1 Relaxation/Conditioning Carpet – Refer to Section 10.0. In double-glue down

installations, a separate cushion is adhered to the substrate and the carpet is

glued to the cushion.

NOTE: Because significant differences exist in various carpet cushions, consult with

the manufacturer of the cushion, carpet, seam tape and adhesive for

recommendations regarding this installation method. Only materials specifically

designed for this installation method may be used.