Residential Installation Guide Sheet Vinyl Flooring
Residential Installation Guide Sheet Vinyl Flooring There are three methods of installation suitable for Mohawk Residential sheet vinyl flooring The installation method used is dependent upon the day-to-day activities and the overall floor dimensions. 1. Releasable Full Spread Installation Method using Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (most common) 2. Loose-Lay Installation (in areas 25 square yards or less and no more than 1 seam) 3.
Residential Installation Guide Sheet Vinyl Flooring Acceptable Underlayments • Wood underlayments 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 Mohawk flooring as a result of the underlayment is NOT the responsibility of Mohawk. Any porous wood underlayment must be primed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Residential Installation Guide Sheet Vinyl Flooring OSB (underlayment grade) OSB underlayment panels must be underlayment grade as specified and warranted by the manufacturer. Underlayment panels and joints must be fastened and reinforced according to manufacturer’s instructions. Completely sand the floor with a floor sander, so that the floor is smooth and flat. Note: The chips in OSB overlap. Without sanding properly, OSB has high and low spots throughout the floor that could telegraph through the vinyl.
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.
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. • For bathroom installations, it is not necessary to remove the toilet.
