Installation Instructions

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.0 Applicable Documents and References

1.1 Carpet and Rug Institute References:

 The Carpet Primer *

 Carpet Maintenance and Troubleshooting*

1.2 Most recent ASTM Standards:

 ASTM F-710 – Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete to Receive Resilient

Flooring

 ASTM F-1869 – Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of

Concrete Subfloor Using Calcium Chloride

 ASTM F-2170 – In-situ Relative Humidity Testing

2.0 Terminology

For terms and definitions used in this standard, refer to the Definitions of Terms

section in the Appendix of this document.

3.0 Tools and Materials

Carpet installation requires using tools and materials referenced in this standard. Refer

to the Tools and Materials tables in the Appendix of this document.

4.0 Storage and Handling

4.1 Storage

Store carpet and related materials in a climate-controlled, dry space. Protect

carpet from soil, dust, moisture and other contaminants and store on a flat surface.

Stacking heavy objects on top of carpet rolls is prohibited. Double stacking pallets

of carpet tile should be avoided unless approved by the manufacturer.

4.2 Handling

Transport carpet in a manner that prevents damage and distortion. Bending or

folding individual carpet rolls or cuts from rolls are not recommended. When

bending or folding is unavoidable for delivery purposes, the carpet is required to be

unrolled and allowed to lie flat immediately upon arrival at the installation site.

NOTE: Failure to observe the preceding requirements may result in the

following:

 Contamination from soil, grease and/or oil

 Delamination

 Dimensional changes

 Permanent indentation