Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
Interlocking Foam Flooring
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Product Description
24 in. x 24 in. Foam Tile, 4 Tiles, 8 Borders,
16 sq. ft. Per Package
Grade Levels
Commercial Grade for
Business or Home Use
Installation Method
Interlocking Foam Mats
No Special Tools Required
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Safety and Health
TrafficMASTER
™
interlocking foam mats are used for safety and anti-fatigue applications for home and commercial use. TrafficMASTER
™
interlocking foam mats are commonly used in garages, workshops, basements, laundry rooms, exercise rooms, home gyms and other
home and commercial applications. Foam mats are widely used in daycare centers, pre-schools, churches, children's play areas and
anywhere that children play and require safety. Multi-purpose foam mats have a patented reversible feature, allowing both sides of the
mat to be used to either replace worn tiles or to change color surfaces for decorative purposes. All TrafficMASTER
™
interlocking mats are
Lead Free and Latex Free.
CAUTION: Pointed high-heel shoes can damage or puncture these mats. Colors and shading may vary based on manufacturing
dates and unavoidable shading variances that are a byproduct of the manufacturing process. All high-density mats will expand and
contract when used outdoors under extreme temperatures and are not UV stable. Continuous exposure to harsh sunlight and high
temperatures will fade and breakdown the mat composition shortening their useful life, therefore it is not recommended that they
be used in permanent outdoor installations. Not recommended for garage use where vehicles will be parked, as these mats are not
designed for use under vehicles. Installation underneath heavy exercise equipment will permanently indent this product but will not
impact the intended use. Not recommended for children's play areas where equipment is being used requiring Fall Zone product
specifi cations - please check your local governmental regulations for product requirements in Fall Zone Areas. Not recommended
to be used on wood fl oors as some wood fl oor sealants may react unfavorably with the mats.
Installation Instructions
HOW TO INSTALL: Traffi cMASTER
™
Foam Flooring
Most applications require only a limited area to be covered. TrafficMASTER
™
borders can be used to fi nish
off the edge of the surface area being covered, creating an area mat.
LAYOUT OF ROOM
For covering only a portion of an area or room: Simply measure the area to be covered and multiply the
length x width to some up with the amount of square feet needed. Divide the total square footage by the
square feet listed on the item you purchased to get the amount of packs needed for your application. Simply
lay out the Traffi cMASTER
™
mats in the pattern desired by connecting the interlocking teeth. Install all corner
and straight border pieces for safety and a fi nished look.
For a permanent installation of an entire room, use the following instructions. Tools Needed:
utility knife, carpenter's square, chalk line, straight edge, paper and a pencil for tracing.
Treat the room as a rectangle, disregarding offsets, alcoves, etc. Find the center points of the two end walls
and snap a chalk line between them. Find the center of the chalk line and, using a carpenter’s square, draw
a second line at right angles to the fi rst line and extend it to the sidewalls. The room is now divided into (4)
equal parts. Start at the center of the room where the two chalk lines intersect by laying a row of TrafficMASTER
™
Foam Mats along
one end wall and another to a side wall. Measure the distance from the last mat to the wall. If it is less than 6” move the centerline
6” nearer to the opposite wall. Do this in both directions. All borders will now be wider and will be easier to cut and fi t. Starting at
the centerline, make sure each TrafficMASTER
™
mat is fl ush with the edge of the chalk line and each mat is connected snugly with
the next one in line.
Fitting the Borders (Wall to Wall Installation)
Place a loose mat directly over the last mat in the row. Place a loose mat directly over the fi rst loose mat so that one end of the second
mat is butted against the wall. Now mark the underneath mat with a pencil or a knife. Cut along the line created and lay the border
section of the mat in place, checking for a proper fi t. The foam mat can be butted up against the wall and any molding can be removed
and replaced, making any trim cut adjustments as needed.
Fitting Around Irregular Objects
Make a pattern out of heavy paper to fi t around pipes or other irregular objects. Place the pattern on the mat and trace it. Cut along
the lines with a utility knife.
CUSTOMIZING COLOR PATTERNS
FOR TRULY REVERSIBLE TILES
DETACH THE MAT PIECE AND
FLIP OVER FOR OPPOSITE COLOR
REATTACH OPPOSITE COLOR MAT,
SQUARE CORNERS SHOULD TOUCH
Care and Maintenance
TrafficMASTER
™
Multi-Purpose Foam Flooring is closed cell high-density foam material and will resist most liquid spills, however, all
spills should be cleaned up immediately. Long exposure to moisture will absorb into the mats. Clean mats with a light soap and water
mixture and allow time to dry.
BORDER TRIM INSTALLATION IS FAST AND EASY
TRULY REVERSIBLE FOAM TILES: YOU CHOOSE SOLID
COLORS OR CHECKERBOARD PATTERNS
COLOR PATTERN EXAMPLES
1.
Traffi cMASTER
™
Foam Mats Come with
Borders so You Can Create Smooth Edges for
a More Finished Look.
Foam Mats & Borders Have
Interlocking Teeth Which Fit Securely
and Stay Together.
Simply Press-fi t All of the Included
Borders Into Place Along the Foam
Mat Edges.
Foam Mats and Borders are Easy
to Install, Portable, Durable, and
Provide Perfect Edges.
2. 3. 4.
Black Side Up Color Side Up or Checkerboard Pattern
1. 2. 3.
Customizing Your Foam
Tile Color Patterns
Detach Mat Piece, Flip
Over for Opposite Color
Reattach Opposite
Color Mat, Square Corners
Should Touch