Installation Guide

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February 19, 2019 Please contact 1-866-843-8453 for further assistance.
This LVT product is a high-performance, glue-down ooring product,
designed for permanent installations using the full-spread professional
installation method, applied with a premium LVT adhesive.
Good preparation, communication between all parties, and attention to
detail when following instructions are key to a successful installation.
This glue-down Luxury Vinyl Plank/Tile should only be installed by
professional ooring mechanics that have demonstrated successful
installations of jobs in similar size and scope. For the most secure
warranty protection, this ooring should be installed in strict accordance
with the information and procedures outlined in this document. It is
highly recommended that you review this document entirely before
starting a ooring installation.
It is important to avoid problems from the outset. If you are unsure of
any information provided in this document or are having a problem with
your installation, please stop your work and contact Customer Service
for additional guidance.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION / CLASSIFICATION
Luxury Vinyl Tile and Plank (LVT/LVP)
Classication: (ASTM F1700): Class III, Type B
Overall Gauge: Verge - 0.080" (2.0mm)
VergePRO - 0.098" (2.5mm)
Wear Layer: Verge - 8mil (0.20mm)
VergePRO - 22mil (0.55mm)
GENERAL INFORMATION
The key to a successful and trouble-free installation is thorough
preparation. Do not install LVT ooring without rst performing a
thorough on-site evaluation (including jobsite testing), ensuring that
suboor preparations are nished, and that the work of all other trades
has been completed. Site conditions must comply with the information
provided within this document, with the requirements detailed in ASTM
F710, “How to Prepare Concrete Substrates to Receive Resilient
Flooring,” as well as relevant building codes, and local, state and national
regulations. Note: It is highly recommended to have substrate moisture
and pH testing conducted by a certied ICRI (International Concrete
Repair Institute) Tier 2 technician. Documentation of moisture and pH
test results may be required when submitting LVT claims.
• LVT is available in different sizes and formats. Note: Be aware
that some LVT products are square edge and some are micro-
beveled. Mixing different edge treatments together will require
hand beveling of the square edge material.
• LVT is intended for interior use only and is suitable for above-grade,
on-grade and below-grade applications. However, LVT should not
be installed in locations where the substrate beneath the building
structure is exposed to the elements.
• LVT is not recommended for exterior installations or for use in areas
that are not climate-controlled.
• LVT is recommended for the use over properly prepared concrete,
suspended wood, metal and other suitable substrates.
• Acclimate ooring, adhesives, and the job-site: only install LVT in
climate-controlled structures consistently maintained at temperatures
between 65°-85°F (18°-29°C) and 35%-85% RH a minimum of 48
hours before, all times during, and continuously after installation.
• Protect LVT from foot trafc for 24 hours after installation. Do not wash
LVT for ve days after installation.
JOBSITE INSPECTION AND TESTING
Prior to installation, plan and attend an on-site construction meeting
with the General Contractor, Architect, and Property Owner to review all
requirements and inspect site conditions as outlined in this document, as
well as those outlined in ASTM F710, and any relevant building codes,
and local, state or national regulations. Flooring installation should not
begin until all site conditions have been assessed, testing has been
completed, the suboor has been prepared, and all conditions are in
compliance. Defects should be addressed immediately and corrected
before installing LVT Flooring. Installation of material constitutes
acceptance of all conditions.
1. The building must be completely sealed before jobsite testing can
begin (ASTM F710). This includes: windows, doors, roong, walls,
etc.
2. Interior environmental conditions must be maintained at
65°-85°F (18°-29°C) and 35%-85% RH a minimum of 48 hours
before testing, and at all times during testing (ASTM F710).
3. Plan, prepare, and protect the substrate moisture test-sites for the
duration of the testing in order to achieve valid results.
4. Subfloor flatness for all substrates shall not exceed 3/16"
in 10 ft. (3.9mm in 3m).
MATERIAL RECEIVING, HANDLING AND STORAGE
1. Upon receipt, immediately remove any shrink-wrap and check
material for damage, and that the material is of the correct style,
color, quantity, and run number(s).
2. Immediately report any discrepancies.
3. General Storage: Store all materials at and off of the oor in an
acclimatized, weather-tight space between 65°-85°F (18°-29° C). Do
not double-stack pallets.
4. Jobsite: Acclimate LVT material and adhesives in the acclimatized
jobsite between 65°-85°F (18°-29°C) and 35%-85% RH for 48 hours
prior, all times during, and maintain temperature continuously after
installation. Spread unopened cartons no more than 6 cartons high
and at least 4" apart. Keep away from heating and cooling ducts and
direct sunlight. If permanent HVAC is not yet operational, temporary
means should be used to maintain the noted temperature and RH.
SUBFLOOR PREPARATION
LVT can be installed on wood, concrete, terrazzo, stone, and many
other properly prepared suboors, including in-oor heating. One key
factor to ensuring an excellent, nished appearance of an LVT oor is
careful suboor preparation. The information provided in this document
includes general recommendations on how to prepare various types of
suboors. The selection of all materials, including: moisture-mitigation
systems, self-leveling compounds, floor patch products, wood
underlayments, and any other ancillary products are dependent upon
existing conditions. The application of suboor preparation materials
must be in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
All warranties and guarantees pertaining to the suitability and
performance of any preparation or ancillary product rests solely
with that material manufacturer or the Flooring Contractor. The
condition of the suboor and bond issues resulting from the use of
non-recommended, improper, or incorrectly prepared adhesives,
sealers, embossing levelers, patches, concrete, gypsum-based
products and other such items, are the sole responsibility of the
Flooring Contractor, General Contractor, and/or manufacturer of
the particular sub-ooring product.
INTRODUCTION
Product Description
Dryback LVT/LVP
Installation Method
Glue Down