Installation Instructions

PREMIUM RESILENT TILE
(PRT)
Installation and Maintenance
Instructions
VPI Corporation
3123 S. 9
th
Street
P.O. Box 451
Sheboygan, WI 53082-0451, U.S.A.
920-458-4664 ● Fax [phone]
www.vpicorp.com
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should be kept at the EXPECTED OPERATING
TEMPERATURE OF THE SPACE or, ideally, at 70°F ±
5°, for at least 48 hours before application. This
temperature should be maintained during, and at least 48
hours after, application.
NOTE: Tile should not be installed below 65°F.
After acclimation, but prior to installation, wipe the back of
the tiles to remove any manufacturing residue or
contaminants.
3. Apply using a 1/16”x1/16”x1/16” square notch trowel with
1/16 flats. Replace worn trowels to ensure proper spread
rate. The adhesive must be allowed to dry until it no
longer has milky appearance. This time varies based on
the porosity of the floor as well as site conditions.
4. Once adhesive has dried to the touch and is clear,
IMMEDIATELY begin laying tile. From the time the
adhesive has been allowed to dry to the time it must be
covered (maximum working time) is up to 3 hours
depending on temperature, humidity, and site conditions.
Bond tests are critical to determine working times specific
to a site.
CAUTION: A loss in adhesion strength will result if
the maximum working time is exceeded! Care must
be taken by the installer not to spread more adhesive
than can be worked appropriately within the
recommended time frame.
5. Work off the tile whenever possible. When necessary to
work on the tile, avoid shifting material by using a kneeling
board and by cutting tile to butt tightly at all wall junctions.
6. Roll and cross-roll the flooring with 150 pound sectional
roller immediately after flooring is laid. Roll a second time
one hour later. Inspect floor for raised edges one hour
after second rolling and roll a third time, if necessary. Use
hand roller while applying moderate to high pressure in
areas which cannot be reached with a large roller.
7. Prevent all traffic for a minimum of 24 hours and heavy
traffic and rolling loads for a minimum of 72 hours.
8. Do not finish, wash, or service the floor for a minimum of
48 hours after installation to allow the adhesive to properly
cure.
SPRAY-LOCK 6500
Spray-Lock 6500 is a one-part spray-on pressure sensitive
adhesive (P.S.A.) approved for all types of sub-floors on or
above grade, listed in these instructions.
Note: Spray-Lock 6500 can be purchased from any Spray-
Lock outlet. Spray-Lock can be reached at: 423-305-6151.
SUBSTRATE REQUIREMENTS: MVER<8LBS, RH ≤90%,
pH of 7 - 11
TACK TIME: 10-20 minutes. No adhesive will transfer when
touched lightly
CLEAN UP: Remove uncured adhesive by washing with
water. Use a clean, damp towel and do not use excessive
water or adhesion failure can result.
WORKING TIME: After application, open time is 4 hours.
While open, ensure that adhesive is not contaminated by dust.
SURFACE TYPE: The adhesive is good for porous and
non-porous areas.
COVERAGE: 100 - 125 ft
2
/ can, depending on porosity of
substrate, application style and environment. In applications
demonstrating spread rates that are less than 100 ft
2
,
additional adhesive should be purchased as required.
SPRAY-LOCK 6500 ADHESIVE
INSTALLATION INFORMATION:
1. All floors must be smooth, non-dusting, dry, and
completely free of paint, dirt, dust, sealers, curing agents,
old adhesive, wax, grease, oil, insect repellents, etc. (See
Sub-Floor Preparation).
Cracks and uneven substrate surfaces must be filled with
approved patching compounds.
2. Preceding the installation, remove tile from any pallets and
place on a level flat surface. Tile and adhesive should be
kept at the EXPECTED OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF
THE SPACE or, ideally, at 70°F ± 2°, for at least 72 hours
before application. This temperature should be maintained
during, and at least 48 hours after, application.
NOTE: Tile should not be installed below 68°F and
adhesive should never be stored below this
temperature.
Protect from overspray with a spray shield, drop cloths,
paper or masking products.
After acclimation, but prior to installation, wipe the back of
the tiles to remove any manufacturing residue or
contaminants.
3. Shake aerosol can well. Remove cap. Attach hand lever.
Slide under lip or use your finger.
4. Stand straight up to spray, bend over only when
necessary. Hold can upside down slightly away from your
body, approximately 20-30 inches horizontally from the
substrate. Aim at floor and depress hand lever or press tip
with finger. Adhesive should spray out in a wide mist and
fall similar to snow towards desired surface.
5. Walk right to left smoothly to achieve a consistent spray
pattern.
NOTE: Spraying in a sweeping motion may result in an
inconsistent spray pattern.