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UFGS-09 65 00

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS References

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS DIVISION 09 - FINISHES SECTION 09 65 00

RESILIENT FLOORING

November 2013

PART 1 GENERAL

PART 2 PRODUCTS

SECTION 09 65 00

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D4078 (2002; R 2008) Water Emulsion Floor Polish

ASTM E648 (2010; E 2011) Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source

ASTM F1066 (2004; E 2010; R 2010) Standard Specification for Vinyl Composition Floor Tile

ASTM F1303 (2004; R 2009) Sheet Vinyl Floor Covering with Backing

ASTM F1344 (2012; E 2013) Rubber Floor Tile

ASTM F1482 (2004; E 2009; R 2009) Installation and Preparation of Panel Type Underlayments to Receive Resilient Flooring

ASTM F1700 (2013) Solid Vinyl Floor Tile

ASTM F1859 (2012) Rubber Sheet Floor Covering Without Backing

ASTM F1860 (2012) Rubber Sheet Floor Covering With Backing

ASTM F1861 (2008; E 2012; R 2012) Resilient Wall Base

ASTM F1869 (2011) Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride

ASTM F1913 (2004; R 2010) Vinyl Sheet Floor Covering Without Backing

ASTM F2169 (2012) Resilient Stair Treads

ASTM F2170 (2011) Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs in situ Probes

ASTM F710 (2011) Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring

GREEN SEAL (GS)

GS-36 (2011) Commercial Adhesives

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 253 (2011) Standard Method of Test for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source

SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SCAQMD)

SCAQMD Rule 1168 (1989; R 2005) Adhesive and Sealant Applications

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1.2.1 Reserved.

1.2.2 Fire Resistance Requirements

Provide a critical radiant flux of not less than 0.22 watts per square centimeter (Class 2) for flooring in corridors and exits when tested in accordance with ASTM E648 or NFPA 253.

1.2.3 Reserved.

1.3 Reserved.

1.3.1 Reserved.

1.3.2 Reserved.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Resilient Flooring and Accessories; G SD-03 Product Data Resilient Flooring and Accessories Adhesives Vinyl Composition Tile Sheet Vinyl Flooring Rubber Tile Wall Base Stair Treads, Risers and Stringers

SD-04 Samples

Resilient Flooring and Accessories; G SD-06 Test Reports Moisture, Alkalinity and Bond Tests; G

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Surface Preparation Installation

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Resilient Flooring and Accessories SD-11 Closeout Submittals

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver materials to the building site in original unopened containers bearing the manufacturer's name, style name, pattern color name and number, production run, project identification, and handling instructions. Store materials in a clean, dry, secure, and well-ventilated area free from strong contaminant sources and residues with ambient air temperature maintained above 20 degrees C (68 degrees F) and below 30 degrees C (85 degrees F), stacked according to manufacturer's recommendations. Remove resilient flooring products from packaging to allow ventilation prior to

rubber surface products with materials that have a high capacity to adsorb volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Do not store exposed rubber surface materials in occupied spaces. Do not store near materials that may offgas or emit harmful fumes, such as kerosene heaters, fresh paint, or adhesives.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Maintain areas to receive resilient flooring at a temperature above 20 degrees C (68 degrees F) and below 30 degrees C (85 degrees F) for 3 days before application, during application and 2 days after application, unless otherwise directed by the flooring manufacturer for the flooring being installed. Maintain a minimum temperature of 13 degrees C (55 degrees F) thereafter. Provide adequate ventilation to remove moisture from area and to comply with regulations limiting concentrations of hazardous vapors.

1.7 SCHEDULING

Schedule resilient flooring application after the completion of other work which would damage the finished surface of the flooring.

1.8 WARRANTY

Provide manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties that extend beyond a one year period.

1.9 Reserved.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 VINYL COMPOSITION TILE TYPE A

Conform to ASTM F1066 Class 2, (through pattern tile), Composition 1, asbestos-free, 300 mm (12 inch) square and 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) thick. Provide color and pattern uniformly distributed throughout the thickness of the tile.

2.2 SHEET VINYL FLOORING TYPE A

Conform to ASTM F1303, Type I, Grade 1, Class A-non-asbestos formulated fibrous backing or Class B-nonfoamed plastic backing (minimum wear layer thickness 0.5 mm (0.020 inch) and minimum overall thickness 2 mm (0.080 inch) and a minimum 1800 mm (6 feet) wide. ASTM F1303, Type II, Grade 1, Class A non-asbestos formulated fibrous backing or Class B nonfoamed plastic backing (minimum wear layer thickness 1.27 mm (0.050 inch) and minimum overall thickness 2 mm (0.080 inch) and a minimum 1800 mm (6 feet) wide. Extend color and pattern throughout the thickness of the wear layer.

2.3 RUBBER TILE TYPE A

Conform to ASTM F1344 Class 1 homogeneous, Type A (solid color) or Type B (through mottled), 600 mm (24 inch) square. Provide raised surface studs with chamfered edges. Provide low stud profile. Provide 3.2 mm (0.125 inch) overall thickness.

2.4 Reserved.

2.5 Reserved.

2.6 Reserved.

2.7 Reserved.

2.8 Reserved.

2.9 WALL BASE

Conform to ASTM F1861, Type TS (vulcanized thermoset rubber) or Type TP (thermoplastic rubber), or Type TV (thermoplastic vinyl), Style A (straight - installed with carpet), and Style B (coved - installed with resilient flooring), and Style C (butt toe cove installed with 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick flooring. Provide 100 mm (4 inch) or 150 mm (6 inch) high and a minimum 3.175 mm (1/8 inch) thick wall base as selected. Provide job formed corners in matching height, shape, and color.

2.10 Reserved.

2.11 STAIR TREADS, RISERS AND STRINGERS

Conform to ASTM F2169, Type TS (vulcanized thermoset rubber) or Type TP (thermoplastic rubber) or Type TV (thermoplastic vinyl). Conform to ASTM F2169 for surface of treads Class 1 smooth or Class 2 raised pattern and have Group 1 abrasive non-slip strip. Provide square or round nosing. Provide either a one piece nosing/tread/riser or a two piece nosing/tread design with a matching coved riser.

2.12 MOULDING

Provide tapered mouldings of vinyl or rubber or selected-colored anodized aluminum and types as recommended by flooring manufacturer for both edges and transitions of flooring materials specified. Provide vertical lip on moulding of maximum 6 mm (1/4 inch). Provide bevel change in level between 6 and 13 mm (1/4 and 1/2 inch) with a slope no greater than 1:2.

2.13 ADHESIVES

Provide adhesives for flooring, base and accessories as recommended by the manufacturer and comply with local indoor air quality standards. Submit manufacturer's descriptive data, documentation stating physical characteristics, and mildew and germicidal characteristics.

2.14 SURFACE PREPARATION MATERIALS

Provide surface preparation materials and floor crack fillers as recommended by the flooring manufacturer for the subfloor conditions.

2.15 Reserved.

2.16 CAULKING AND SEALANTS

Provide caulking and sealants in accordance with Section 07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS.

2.17 MANUFACTURER'S COLOR, PATTERN AND TEXTURE

Provide color, pattern and texture for resilient flooring and accessories in accordance with Section 09 06 90 COLOR SCHEDULE selected from manufacturer's standard colors. Provide floor patterns as specified on the drawings. Provide flooring in any one continuous area or replacement of damaged flooring in continuous area from same production run with same shade and pattern. Submit scaled drawings indicating patterns (including location of patterns and colors) and dimensions. Submit manufacturer's descriptive data and two samples of each indicated color and type of flooring, base, mouldings, and accessories sized a minimum 60 by 100 mm (2-1/2 by 4 inch). Submit Data Package 1 in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

Examine and verify that site conditions are in agreement with the design package. Report all conditions that will prevent a proper installation. Do not take any corrective action without written permission from the Government. Work will proceed only when conditions have been corrected and accepted by the installer. Submit manufacturer's printed installation instructions for all flooring materials and accessories, including preparation of substrate, seaming techniques, and recommended adhesives.

3.2 SURFACE PREPARATION

3.3 MOISTURE, ALKALINITY AND BOND TESTS

Determine the suitability of the concrete subfloor for receiving the resilient flooring with regard to moisture content and pH level by moisture and alkalinity tests. Conduct moisture testing in accordance with ASTM F1869 or ASTM F2170, unless otherwise recommended by the flooring manufacturer. Conduct alkalinity testing as recommended by the flooring manufacturer. Determine the compatibility of the resilient flooring adhesives to the concrete floors by a bond test in accordance with the flooring manufacturer's recommendations. Submit copy of test reports for moisture and alkalinity content of concrete slab, and bond test stating date of test, person conducting the test, and the area tested.

3.4 PLACING VINYL COMPOSITION, LINOLEUM AND SOLID VINYL TILES

3.5 PLACING SHEET VINYL FLOORING

Install sheet vinyl flooring and accessories in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions. Prepare and apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's printed directions. Provide square, symmetrical, tight, and even flooring lines and joints. Keep each floor in true, level plane, except where slope is indicated. Cut flooring to fit around all permanent fixtures, built-in furniture and cabinets, pipes, and outlets. Lay out sheets to minimize waste. Cut, fit, and scribe flooring to walls and partitions after field flooring has been applied. When specified provide chemically bonded or heat welded seams and edges in accordance with the manufacturer's written installation instructions. Finish joints flush, free from voids, recesses, and raised areas.

3.6 Reserved.

3.7 PLACING RUBBER TILE

flooring has been applied.

3.8 Reserved.

3.11 PLACING MOULDING

Provide moulding where flooring termination is higher than the adjacent finished flooring and at transitions between different flooring materials. When required, locate moulding under door centerline. Moulding is not required at doorways where thresholds are provided. Secure moulding with adhesive as recommended by the manufacturer. Prepare and apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's printed directions. Anchor aluminum moulding to floor surfaces as recommended by the manufacturer.

3.12 PLACING WALL BASE

Install wall base in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions. Prepare and apply adhesives in accordance with manufacturer's printed directions. Tighten base joints and make even with adjacent resilient flooring. Fill voids along the top edge of base at masonry walls with caulk. Roll entire vertical surface of base with hand roller, and press toe of base with a straight piece of wood to ensure proper alignment. Avoid excess adhesive in corners.

3.13 PLACING STAIR TREADS, RISERS, AND STRINGERS

Secure and install stair treads, risers, and stringers in accordance with manufacturer's printed installation instructions. Cover the surface of treads and risers the full width of the stairs. Provide equal length pieces butted together to cover the treads and risers for stairs wider than manufacturer's standard lengths.

3.14 Reserved.

3.15 CLEANING

Immediately upon completion of installation of flooring in a room or an area, dry/clean the flooring and adjacent surfaces to remove all surplus adhesive. Clean flooring as recommended in accordance with manufacturer's printed maintenance instructions and within the recommended time frame. As required by the manufacturer, apply the recommended number of coats and type of polish and/or finish in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

3.16 PROTECTION

From the time of installation until acceptance, protect flooring from damage as recommended by the flooring manufacturer. Remove and replace flooring which becomes damaged, loose, broken, or curled and wall base which is not tight to wall or securely adhered.

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