Installing Resilient Tile & Plank (LVT & LVP)

Question 1

Native Origins, Uncommon Ground, Crete, Jeogori

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Native Origins, Uncommon Ground, Crete, Jeogori

Question 2

General ( A to H )

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a. Ensure that moisture tests have been conducted and that the results do not exceed 87% (Shaw 4100 Adhesive) or
90% (when using Shaw S150 Adhesive) In-Situ relative humidity when tested according to ASTM F 2170.

Question 3

General

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b. pH of concrete sub-floor is not greater than 10.

Question 4

General

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c. The permanent HVAC system is turned on and set to a minimum of 68°F (20°C) for a minimum of 72 hours prior to,
during and after installation. After the installations, the maximum temperature should not exceed 100°F.

Question 5

General

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d. Do not stack more than 5 cartons high.

Question 6

General

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e. Flooring material and adhesive must be acclimated to the installation area for a minimum of 48 hours prior to installation.

Question 7

General

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f. Use a 1/32” deep x 1/16” wide x 1/32” apart (U) notch trowel only (unless using S150 Spray Adhesive where no trowel
is required).

Question 8

General

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g. Material should always be visually inspected prior to installation. Any material installed with visual defects will not be
considered a legitimate claim as it pertains to labor cost.

Question 9

General

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h. Make sure all material is from the same batch number. Install tiles running in same direction (arrows are on back of tile).
Ensure that all recommendations for sub-floor and jobsite conditions are met prior to beginning the installation.
Directional designs are optional, however, once the installation is started, you have accepted those conditions.

Question 10

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Question 11

LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION (A to E )

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a. Shaw tile and plank – Install using conventional tile and plank installation techniques. Plank products should have a
minimum of 6– 8” seam stagger.

Question 12

LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION

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b. Carefully determining where to begin tile or plank installations produces professional looking results.

Question 13

LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION

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c. It is customary to center rooms and hallways so borders are not less than half a tile or plank.

Question 14

LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION

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d. In hallways and small spaces, it may be simpler to work lengthwise from one end using a center reference line as a guide.

Question 15

LAYOUT AND INSTALLATION

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e. Make sure cut edges are always against the wall.

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Question 17

ADHESIVE APPLICATION ( A to B )

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a. Use SHAW 4100 adhesive or equivalent and a 1/32” deep x 1/16” wide x 1/32” apart (U) notch trowel. Follow the
directions on the adhesive label. After placing the material into the adhesive, roll in both directions with a minimum
100 lb roller.

Question 18

ADHESIVE APPLICATION

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b. Use SHAW S150 Spray Adhesive by holding can at regular arms length and pressing nozzle. No trowel is required and
product should be rolled with a 75 lb –100 lb roller.

Question 19

End Installation Inst.

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