STANDARD INSTALLATION

QUIKLIFT® INSTALLATION

S T A N D A R D. I N S T A L L A T I O N :

The following general instructions for installing TRED-MOR® Commercial Carpet Cushions using the DUBL-STIK® installation technique are based on the CRI-104 Standard for Installation of Commercial Textile Floor Covering Materials. These instructions may vary based on the carpet chosen for the installation, the conditions at the installation site, or the materials such as adhesive, seam tape, seam adhesive, etc. chosen for the installation. It is important to select with care the quality of the materials and equipment to install the carpet and cushion using the DUBL-STIK® method. It is very important to contact each manufacturer's installation specialists for their specific instructions for any product chosen for a DUBL-STIK® installation.

CONSULT THE CARPET MANUFACTURER'S TECHNICAL INSTALLATION SPECIALIST FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS. TIME SPENT IN PREPARATION CAN HELP ELIMINATE COSTLY CALL BACKS AND CUSTOMER DISSATISFACTION.

A D H E S I V E . W A R R A N T Y

Adhesives suitable for use with TRED-MOR® DUBL-STIK® installations can be obtained from a wide range of adhesive and carpet manufacturers. Sponge Cushion does not recommend any individual adhesives or specific adhesive manufacturers. Each manufacturer has its own specific warranties and recommendations for using their products with TRED-MOR® . SCI strongly urges you to consult the manufacturer of your choice for their warranties, recommended products, and installation instructions. The following list of manufacturers is intended only to provide information on how to contact these manufacturers for assistance and is not meant to be all inclusive. There are many suitable sources for your adhesives. SCI strongly urges you to contact the adhesive source of your choosing prior to commencing the TRED-MOR® DUBL-STIK® installation.

**Black Poly-Tek Backing goes to floor!! (When rolls are unrolled, the floor side is down. Do not flip).**

ADHERING CUSHION TO FLOOR

Pressure Sensitive Adhesive:
The use of a pressure sensitive adhesive, applied with a 1/16" width x 1/32" depth x 1/32" spacing notched trowel to insure evenness of the application, is suggested for attaching the cushion to the floor. A short nap paint roller or the back of a trowel can also be used, but unevenness of application using these techniques could lead to difficulty in the removal of the installation. Failure to allow the proper curing time for the adhesive prior to installing the cushion could also lead to difficulty of removal. Consult your adhesive manufacturer for specific instructions.

Multipurpose - PREMIUM Quality - Carpet Adhesive:
A premium quality multipurpose adhesive can be used to install cushion to the floor, but it is not recommended because the removal of the installation will be extremely difficult.

ADHERING CARPET TO CUSHION

Most Woven Carpets or Tufted Carpets with Secondary Backing (Jute or Synthetic)
Multipurpose - PREMIUM Quality - Carpet Adhesive

A premium quality multipurpose adhesive is recommended for use between the cushion and carpet. It is important to select a trowel that applies enough adhesive to fill the recesses in the carpet backing and creates a 100% area bond between the carpet and the cushion. A minimum trowel notch size of 1/8" width x 1/8" depth x 1/16" spacing, "U" shape is recommended by most carpet and adhesive manufacturers. Using this trowel, the adhesive spread rate should be 6-8 square yards per gallon.

When the carpet has a woven through back or tufted unitary back, including graphic patterns, a larger notch trowel may be necessary along with other considerations. Before attempting to install these carpets using the DUBL-STIK® method, check with both the carpet manufacturer and the adhesive manufacturer to make sure they recommend their products.

Trowels are carefully calibrated measuring devices that must be properly chosen, then cleaned and maintained during the installation. Consult your adhesive manufacturer for specific instructions, including recommended trowel size.

In general, when adhering carpet to the cushion, too much adhesive is better than not enough! To be sure of proper coverage, spread glue in a small area with selected trowel. Press carpet into adhesive, peel back and check to see that the adhesive has penetrated up into recesses of the backing. All adhesives have specific open times (open time when installing certain types of carpet - Example: woven through the back or tufted unitary backed, including graphic patterns, can be extremely important), so follow manufacturer's instructions closely to insure optimum contact of adhesives between the cushion and the carpet. Traffic must not be allowed on the entire installation for a minimum of 24 hours. Movement of furniture, files, etc., should not be allowed onto system for a minimum of 24-48 hours. Carpet and cushion should be protected by masonite, etc. Plastic should not be used. (Improper cleaning methods or exposure to water or steam before adhesive is cured may cause the weakening of the adhesive or shrinkage of the carpet.) Check with the adhesive and carpet manufacturers and cleaning maintenance professionals for their recommendations.

It is generally recommended by adhesive and carpet manufacturers, that after sufficient open time, the carpet should be pressed down into the adhesive using a section of carpet tube or a stiff bristle broom (not nylon) or a roller weighing no more than 50 Lbs. CAUTION: Avoid excessive rolling. (Special circumstances such as overly stiff carpet and some woven and unitary backed carpet may require heavier roller or re-rolling.) Check with adhesive and carpet manufacturers for any special instructions.

Pressure Sensitive Adhesives:
We do not recommend the use of pressure sensitive adhesives between carpet and cushion. Check with your adhesive supplier before proceeding for their instructions and warranty.

Unitary Back Tufted Carpet or Any Carpet Not Covered Previously:
Adhesive and trowel recommendations for use between the cushion and these carpets or backings should be obtained directly from your adhesive and carpet manufacturer. The variety of backings available are many and constantly changing. It is important that you check on each installation. Also check for recommendations on rolling the product.

S E A M S

ALL SEAMS MUST BE SEALED USING A LATEX TYPE SEALER OR SIMILAR PRODUCT, whether seam adhesive or hot melt tape is used. Recommendations as to whether to use seam adhesive or hot melt tape varies between carpet manufacturers depending on the construction of the carpet and the backings used. Consult the carpet manufacturers technical installation specialist for their specific instructions for the carpet you are installing.

Carpet Seam Adhesive
Follow the recommendations of your adhesive and carpet manufacturer. The purpose of this product is to join together the primary back of the two sections of carpet being attached to each other. This adhesive, when properly applied, will help prevent seam splitting and tuft unraveling.

Hot Melt Tape
Follow the recommendation of your carpet manufacturer. When using hot melt tape follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Many tape manufacturers produce a low profile tape specifically for DUBL-STIK® installations.

CAUTION: Do not use a silicone treated tape. The treatment will prevent the adhesive from adhering to the back side of the tape. Hot melt tape is generally recommended for carpet made with natural material and carpets susceptible to shrinkage.

No warranty expressed or implied is made by SCI regarding the performance of any adhesive or tape not sold by SCI since the manufacturing and the manner and condition of their application are beyond our control.

A D H E S I V E . W A R R A N T Y

Adhesives suitable for use with TRED-MOR® Dubl-Stik installations can be obtained from a wide range of adhesive and carpet manufacturers. Sponge Cushion does not recommend any individual adhesives or specific adhesive manufacturers. Each manufacturer has its own specific warranties and recommendations for using their products with TRED-MOR® . SCI strongly urges you to consult the manufacturer of your choice for their warranties, recommended products, and installation instructions. The following list of manufacturers is intended only to provide information on how to contact these manufacturers for assistance and is not meant to be all inclusive. There are many suitable sources for your adhesives. SCI strongly urges you to contact the adhesive source of your choosing prior to commencing the TRED-MOR® Dubl-Stik installation.

ADHERING CUSHION TO FLOOR
Note: QuikLift® non-woven backing attaches to floor

Tred-MOR® with QuikLift® has been designed to allow you, the installer, to use the same premium quality multipurpose adhesive to attach the cushion to the floor that you would use to attach the carpet to the cushion. The following instructions must be followed in order to achieve the desired results at take up. It is very important that your multipurpose adhesive be a premium quality adhesive with a high solids content, and a minimum of water. Many adhesive manufacturers have tested their products with QuikLift® and SCI strongly recommends you contact them for their recommendations. SCI’s internal testing has shown that the use of a 1/32" "U" notch trowel works best to apply the adhesive to the floor. It is very important not to over apply the adhesive, Over application will prevent the QuikLift® from releasing correctly at the time of take up. SCI also recommends placing the cushion in the adhesive while it is still wet, in order to achieve the maximum transfer. Consult SCI or your adhesive manufacturer for specific recommendations. If this is your first QuikLift® installation, please contact SCI Technical Services at 800-435-4062 for guidance. SCI does not recommend the use of a pressure sensitive adhesive to install QuikLift®.

ADHERING CARPET TO CUSHION

Most Woven Carpets or Tufted Carpets with Secondary Backing (Jute or Synthetic)
Multipurpose - PREMIUM Quality - Carpet Adhesive
A premium quality multipurpose adhesive such as Tred-MOR® Premium Multipurpose Fast Set or Tred-MOR® Premium Multipurpose Regular Set is recommended for use between the cushion and carpet. It is important to select a trowel that applies enough adhesive to fill the recesses in the carpet backing and creates a 100% area bond between the carpet and the cushion. A minimum trowel notch size of 1/8" width x 1/8" depth x 1/16" spacing, "U" shape is recommended by SCI and most carpet and adhesive manufacturers. Using this trowel, the adhesive spread rate should be 6-8 square yards per gallon.

When the carpet has a woven through back or tufted unitary back, including graphic patterns, a larger notch trowel may be necessary along with other considerations. Before attempting to install these carpets using the Dubl-Stik® method, check with both the carpet manufacturer and the adhesive manufacturer to make sure they recommend their products.

Trowels are carefully calibrated measuring devices that must be properly chosen, then cleaned and maintained during the installation. Consult your adhesive manufacturer for specific instructions, including recommended trowel size.

In general, when adhering carpet to the cushion, too much adhesive is better than not enough. To be sure of proper coverage, spread glue in a small area with selected trowel. Press carpet into adhesive, peel back and check to see that the adhesive has penetrated up into recesses of the backing. All adhesives have specific open times (open time when installing certain types of carpet - Example; woven through the back or tufted unitary backed, including graphic patterns, can be extremely important), so follow manufacturer's instructions closely to insure optimum contact of adhesives between the cushion and the carpet. Traffic must not be allowed on the entire installation for a minimum of 24 hours. Movement of furniture, files, etc., should not be allowed onto system for a minimum of 24-48 hours. Carpet and cushion should be protected by masonite, etc. Plastic should not be used. (Improper cleaning methods or exposure to water or steam before adhesive is cured may cause the weakening of the adhesive or shrinkage of the carpet.) Check with the adhesive and carpet manufacturers and cleaning maintenance professionals for their recommendations.

It is generally recommended by adhesive and carpet manufacturers, that after sufficient open time, the carpet should be pressed down into the adhesive using a section of carpet tube or a stiff bristle broom (not nylon) or a roller weighing no more than 50 Lbs.

CAUTION: Avoid excessive rolling. (Special circumstances such as overly stiff carpet, and some woven and unitary backed carpet may require heavier roller or re-rolling.) Check with adhesive and carpet manufacturer for any special instructions.

Pressure Sensitive Adhesives:
We do not recommend the use of pressure sensitive adhesives between carpet and cushion. Check with your adhesive supplier before proceeding for their instructions and warranty.

Unitary Back Tufted Carpet or Any Carpet Not Covered Above:
Adhesive and trowel recommendations for use between the cushion and these carpets or backings should be obtained directly from your adhesive and carpet manufacturer. The variety of backings available are many and constantly changing, it is important that you check on each installation. Also check for recommendations on rolling the product.

S E A M S

ALL SEAMS MUST BE SEALED USING A LATEX TYPE SEALER OR SIMILAR PRODUCT, whether seam adhesive or hot melt tape is used. Recommendations as to whether to use seam adhesive or hot melt tape varies between carpet manufacturers depending on the construction of the carpet and the backings used. Consult the carpet manufacturers technical installation specialist for their specific instructions for the carpet you are installing.

Carpet Seam Adhesive
Follow the recommendations of your adhesive and carpet manufacturer. The purpose of this product is to join together the primary back of the two sections of carpet being attached to each other. This adhesive, when properly applied, will help prevent seam splitting and tuft unraveling.

Hot Melt Tape
Follow the recommendation of your carpet manufacturer. When using hot melt tape follow the manufacturer's recommendations. Many tape manufacturers produce a low profile tape specifically for Dubl-Stik® installations.

CAUTION: Do not use a silicone treated tape. The treatment will prevent the adhesive from adhering to the back side of the tape. Hot melt tape is generally recommended for carpet made with natural material and carpets susceptible to shrinkage.

No warranty expressed or implied is made by SCI regarding the performance of any adhesive or tape not sold by SCI since the manufacturing and the manner and condition of their application are beyond our control.