pH limit – 11
Moisture limit – 18 lbs CaCl – (ASTM F 1869)
Relative humidity – up to 99%
3. All sub-floor contaminants, construction material, crayons, paints and residual adhesives MUST be removed by mechanical means. DO NOT use chemical adhesive remover. (Use of chemical agents (natural or synthetic) MAY reduce the adhesion properties and will void any and all warranties on the EnviroSTIX® product.)
4. All surfaces must be dust free. The use of a latex or epoxy Primer is required to ensure all surfaces are free of foreign matter. NOTE: Failure to use a primer will void all aspects of the EnviroSTIX® adhesive bond warranty. Some suggested primers are Ardex P-51, XL Encore Prelude or equivalent.
5. To ensure proper placement, make cuts and layouts with paper backing ON prior to removal of EnviroSTIX® backing.
6. When you are ready to place carpet tiles on floor, keep in mind the EnviroSTIX® adhesive is a more permanent installation and the adhesive adheres immediately. To ensure easier installation, do not remove the paper liner completely. Instead, start by peeling 6 to 9 inches from the corner of the tile.
Next, take the tile with exposed corner and place it in the desired position on floor.
Once in desired location, press the exposed corner to floor.
Raise up the tile to remove the remaining release liner exposing the balance of the adhesive.
Align edges as needed and press the tile firmly into place.
HINT: If some shifting of the material (ex. toe kicks or sliding under door jams, etc…) is required or you are having trouble placing material, the sub-floor can be lightly misted with a regular spray bottle and water or use a damp sponge to moisten the exposed adhesive on the tile before exposed adhesive touches floor/surface. This will give an installer a 10-30 second window (based on room temperature, relative humidity and coverage area this time will vary) to shift material into place
.1. After you have installed the tile, use a 100 lb. (or greater) roller to roll material in both directions. Floor is now ready for immediate use. (foot traffic, furniture, rolling carts, etc…)
2. Clean and maintain the carpet according to the manufacturer’s instructions.*
3. If this is the 1st time you’ve installed flooring using the EnviroSTIX® Adhesive System, it is strongly recommended you call Base King, LLC® at 1-888-428-3106 to speak with technical support regarding specific installations tips, hints and recommendations.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If your project is a renovation of an existing space, EnviroSTIX® has specific demolition and floor prep information. You must contact Base King, LLC® at 1-888-428-3106 for recommendations and suggestions for handling old adhesives and other aspects unique to renovation projects.
*Check carpet tile manufacturer’s maintenance and cleaning recommendations
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