General Residential Limited Warranty SHEET VINYL
IVC US Residential Sheet Vinyl Limited Warranty Residential Flooring Collections 3 Warranty Chart 4 Warranties Defined 5 • Manufacturing Defects • Contract & Expansions Resistant • Curl-Crack-Rip-Tear-Gouge • Cold Crack • Waterproof • Mold & Mildew Resistant • Scuff Resistant • Household Stain Resistant • Yellowing Stain Resistant • Wear Resistant General Residential Limited Warranty Conditions & Owner Obligations 6 IVC Warranty Details 7 Installation Guidelines 10 Care & Mai
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IVC US Details & Definitions of Residential Warranties Warranties as defined below ensure that your IVC US floor will perform properly for the stated warranty period when installed in accordance with IVC US Residential Installation Guide over approved substrates and underlayments and using the recommended adhesives and bond/seam sealers with proper care and maintenance. Manufacturing Defects Warranty ensures that your floor will be free of manufacturing defects.
IVC US General Residential Limited Warranty Conditions & Owner Obligations These warranties only extend to the original end user and are not transferable. In order to maintain and protect your coverage under the terms of these warranties, it is the Home Owner’s obligation to adhere to the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Know which warranties apply to your particular vinyl flooring.
IVC US Residential Warranty Details What is NOT Covered by this Warranty 1. Product sold by the manufacturer as other than “first quality.” 2. Loose lay installation of more than 25 square yards and no more than one seam. 3. Improper Installation: Material installed not in accordance with IVC US Residential Installation Guide*, including any and all problems caused by the use of non-recommended adhesive or seam bonds/sealer, underlayment and/or preparation of the substrate are not warranted.
IVC US Residential Warranty Details Warranty Remedy If your IVC US floor fails to perform as stated in the applicable IVC US General Residential Limited Warranty, IVC US will determine whether it will assist in the repair of the defective area or supply new IVC US material of the same color, design or grade if available. If unavailable or discontinued, IVC US reserves the right to select and supply similar IVC US material.
IVC US Residential Warranty Details IVC US Residential Limited Warranty Proration The following prorated schedule applies to material value for all IVC US Residential warranty flooring: Labor Reimbursement Proration (Reasonable Labor Costs) 1st Year up to 100% 2nd Year up to 100% 3rd Year up to 50% 4th Year up to 50% 5th Year up to 50% 6th – 25th Year 0% year year identi a s year identi a re 20 s year identi a re 25 s l re 15 l a identi l re 10 s l Material Proration 1st Yea
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring IVC US Residential Installation Guide - Sheet Vinyl Flooring There are three methods of installation suitable for IVC US Residential sheet vinyl flooring: The installation method used is dependent upon the day-to-day activities and the overall floor dimensions. 1. 2. Releasable Full Spread Installation Method using Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (most common) Loose-Lay Installation (in areas 25 square yards or less and no more than 1 seam) 3.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Acceptable Underlayments: • Wood Underlayment Wood underlayment panels require a double layer construction and must be underlayment grade as specified and warranted by the manufacturer. Always fasten underlayment panels in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Any failure of the underlayment or IVC US flooring as a result of the underlayment is NOT the responsibility of IVC US. Any porous wood underlayment must be primed.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Releasable Installation Method using Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Steps Step 1 Prepare substrate in order for the surface to be clean, smooth, flat and dry. Under cut all wooden door jambs to maintain a 1/8” relief gap. Step 2 Place acrylic double face tape at all doorways where a transition strip is needed, next to sliding doors, in front of tubs and shower stalls, and similar areas where an expansion gap will not be covered with trim.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Seaming Instructions in a Releasable Full Spread Installation Method using Pressure Sensitive Adhesive 1. After adhesive is rolled on and completely dry, position the flooring by over-lapping the seam edges. (Make sure to match patterns.) 2. With a straight edge and a sharp utility knife, cut through both layers of flooring material (double-cut) at the designated match point.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Loose-Lay Installation Instructions Loose-Lay Installation method is only appropriate for up to 25 square yards and only 1 seam. NOTE: Areas with rolling traffic, heavy pivot points, high traffic and stairs/steps/landings are not recommended for Loose-Lay application.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Seaming in a Loose-Lay Installation: 1. Position the flooring by over-lapping the seam edges (Make sure to match patterns). 2. With a straight edge and a sharp utility knife, cut through both layers of flooring material (double cut) at the designated match point. Make sure the utility knife blade is held in an upright position for a clean 90 degree cut. 3. Remove and discard waste material. 4.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Permanent Full Spread Installation Method The Permanent Full Installation Method can be used for “special needs” areas, such as those with rolling traffic, extremely high traffic, or areas with accelerated concrete moisture up to 8 lbs. The permanent full spread installation method must be used in new construction.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring • Terrazzo (well bonded) • Self-leveling and patching compounds (latex fortified Portland cement based only) • Resilient floor (no more than 1 layers, well bonded, non-cushioned – residential applications only) • Radiant heat floors (not exceeding 85°F (29°C) and approved by the manufacturer for the use of their product with resilient vinyl flooring applications) • OSB (underlayment grade) OSB underlayment panels must be underlayment grade as sp
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Trowel Specifications Application Width x Depth x Spacing Spread Rate Type of Installation 1/16” x 1/32” 1/32” U Notch Trowel (1.6 mm x 0.8 mm x 0.8 mm U) Up to 350 sq. ft./ gal (Up to 8.6 sq.
IVC US Residential Installation Guide – Sheet Vinyl Flooring Additional Instructions/Notes: • Always inspect the flooring thoroughly before installation. • DO NOT slide heavy appliances or furniture over or across the flooring. Always lift objects and place them on a hard board between the flooring and object and gently reposition them. • Use caulk next to bathtubs, showers, sliding doors, patio doors, around metal door jambs or similar areas.
IVC US Residential Care and Maintenance Guide IVC US Residential Care & Maintenance Guide Your IVC US luxury fiberglass vinyl flooring will provide years of carefree use. You will find that it is not only beautiful, but durable. It is also much easier to maintain than most other flooring products, thanks to its tough protective finish and moisture resistance. It only takes a few simple care and maintenance steps to keep your IVC floor looking beautiful for years to come.
IVC US Residential Care and Maintenance Guide How to Treat Stains, Spills & Scuffs Follow the remedies in order. Unless instructed otherwise, use a clean, white cloth or towel with products recommended for vinyl flooring. Always rinse the affected area with clean water after treatment.
IVC US How to File a Claim How to File a Claim If you find a defect or other matter covered by any of the limited warranties described previously, promptly notify the retailer who sold you the floor covering material. The retailer will review and if necessary file a claim with IVC US and help you answer any questions you may have. After a warranty claim is properly filed, IVC’s service coordinator will designate a representative to evaluate the warranty claim.
