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METHOD OF TEST
NOTE: Moisture and RH test results are indicative of the conditions present at
the time of the testing. Test results should be documented, as moisture
conditions which occur after the floor covering installation is completed are not
the responsibility of the installer.
C. PREPARING A BARE CONCRETE SUBSTRATE
2. It is essential that all sub-floors are solid, smooth, flat even, permanently dry,
clean, and free of all foreign materials such as dust, paint, grease, oils, solvents,
curing and hardening compounds, sealers asphalt and old adhesive residue.
*Note: For Biologically Sensitive Areas, please request for PROTEIN FREE
Self Leveling Compound.
1. The Floor Coverings will be cut to size according to the design requirement
and allow for setting of up to 24 hours.
2. After the setting time is over, the floor covering is ready to be installed. The
surface of the substrate floor must be cleaned and free of dust and dirt. The
approved adhesive will be applied on to the substrate floor using the adhesive
trowel to the correct dosage spreading evenly.
3. Immediately after the adhesive has be applied, the floor covering will be laid
on top of the sub-strate floor. In order for the floor covering to be firmly glued to
the sub-strate floor roller will be used to roll over the floor covering to the correct
pressure.
4. All joins heat welding should be carried out after the flooring adhesive has set,
usually the following day.
*Note: Water based acrylic adhesives resistant to plasticizer must be used for
Vinyl Flooring and Water based linoleum acrylic adhesives for linoleum .
F. PROTECTION
1. To prevent any damage or marks on new floor, it is advisable to stop any work
or foot traffic for at least 12 hours after installation.