Use and Care Manual

Click Panel Dimensions .......12” x 36” approx. (300mm x 900mm)
Click Square Dimensions .......12” x 12” approx. (300mm x 300mm)
Structure:
Total Thickness .......9.8mm
Surface .......2mm Marmoleum®
Base Material ......6.8mm HDF
Backing ......1mm cork
Carton Contents ......7 panels for 20.3 sq. ft. (1.89m
2
)
......7 squares for 6.7 sq. ft. (0.63 m
2
)
general installation guidelines
Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc has a top layer of Marmoleum®, which is made
from predominantly harvestable natural raw materials and is processed
according to an environmentally friendly procedure. Its main ingredient is
natural linseed oil, which is mixed with wood our, rosin and limestone. Mar-
moleum® receives its color from ecologically responsible pigments. Pressed
onto a jute fabric under high pressure, an extremely durable and environ-
mentally friendly ooring is produced. As Marmoleum® is made from natural
raw materials, slight color and structural dierences are possible between the
production batches, samples and the goods to be delivered.
IMPORTANT: The Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc boxes should be stored at, and
unopened, for approx. 2-3 days (approx. 6 days in winter) in the center of the
room in which they are to be installed.
· Tools and Materials Required: Hammer, straight back hand saw, keyhole saw or
jigsaw, tape measure, pencil, tting wedges, 3/8” spacers, angle or adjustable
bevel, and foam underlayment or a moisture barrier (for concrete suboors).
· The ambient room temperature should be at least 68° F (20° C) and the ambi-
ent relative humidity between 50% - 60%. To maintain the long term value of
Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc, we recommend the use of a humidier to avoid
extreme drying out during the heating season. All Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc
panels and squares should be inspected for manufacturing defects and damage
prior to installation.
· Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc can be installed on any clean, dry, structurally
sound suboor. The suboor must be at to within 3/32” in 6’ (2.0mm in 2
meters). For concrete suboors, internal relative humidity should not exceed
75% (tested in accordance with the latest version of ASTM F 2170) and moisture
vapor emissions must not exceed 3 pounds per 1,000 square feet in 24 hours
(tested in accordance with the latest version of ASTM F 1869).
· When installing over a concrete suboor or any suboor with underoor
heating, always cover the suboor with a vapor barrier. The edges of the vapor
barrier should extend up the walls at least 2” with a minimum overlap of 8” at
the seams.
IMPORTANT: Please note that a minimum gap of 3/8” (10mm) is required for
expansion on all sides between the oor construction and the wall. This distance
must also be provided at all columns, heating pipes, steel door
frames, etc.
Here are some other things to keep in mind before starting the installation:
For any areas that are longer or wider than 26’, an expansion joint that is a
minimum of 3/8” should be inserted. This can be covered with a “T” shaped
molding. Expansion joints should also be used in doorways connecting pas-
sageways or polygonal-shaped rooms. As a general rule, adjacent rooms must
be separated with an expansion joint. Use an overlap reducer to transition to
adjacent, lower lying areas or oor coverings. An overlap end prole is ideal
for clean nishes of the ooring in front of higher, adjacent sills, tiles or other
raised oors.
An adequate gap must also be provided at door frames or wooden door
frames cut short. To do this, place a loose panel against the door frame with
the Marmoleum® side facing downward, and saw the frame o along the
panel.
Transition moldings can be purchased at a local home improvement or hard-
ware store.
· Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc is resistant to water, but it is not waterproof.
It is important to minimize any opportunity for damage by cleaning spills
immediately. It is also very important to take measures during the installation
that will prevent water or moisture from getting underneath the Marmoleum®
Click Cinch Loc.
If a oor drain or sump pump is present, it is there for a reason. DO NOT
INSTALL Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc on that level.
All expansion spaces located in wet areas, such as areas where sinks dishwash-
ers, refrigerators, toilets, showers, bath tubs are located should be sealed with
100% mildew-resistant silicone. To seal the area, apply a thin bead of silicone
where the bottom of the Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc and suboor meet. DO
NOT ll the entire expansion space with silicone. Spills should not remain on
the surface of Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc longer than 30 minutes.
· For additional information, contact Forbo’s Product Support and Education
Services.
installation
Marmoleum® Click Cinch Loc is installed without any need for glue by plac-
ing the tongue into the groove as well as the
groove into the tongue; however it is easier to
work so that you are placing the tongue into
the groove. The GROOVE is the prominent vis-
ible locking piece on two sides of the material,
shown on the right and bottom in Figure 1. The
TONGUE is semi-hidden on the other two sides
of the material, shown on the left and top in
Figure 1.
1. Inspect each piece for damage prior to instal-
lation.
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installation