Specification_Revised_1Apr16.pdf

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SECTION 09 68 00

CARPET

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 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.

A. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC)

AATCC TM 107 (2013) Colorfastness to Water

AATCC TM 134 (2011; E 2013) Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets

AATCC TM 174 (2011) Antimicrobial Activity Assessment of Carpets

B. ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D 3278 (1996; R 2011) Flash Point of Liquids by Small Scale Closed-Cup

Apparatus

ASTM D 5793 (2013) Binding Sites Per Unit Length or Width of Pile Yarn

Floor Coverings

ASTM D 5848 (2010; E2010) Mass Per Unit Area of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings

ASTM E 648 (2014c) Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor- Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source CARPET

AND RUG INSTITUTE (CRI)

C. CARPET AND RUG INSTITURTE (CRI)

CRI CIS (2011) Carpet Installation Standard

D. U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

16 CFR 1630 Standard for the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs (FF 1-70)

40 CFR 247 Comprehensive Procurement Guideline for Products Containing Recovered Materials

E. JAPANESE INDUSTRIAL STANDARDS (JIS):

JIS L 1021-6 (2007) Textile Floor Coverings-Part 6: Determination of Thickness Loss Under-static Loading

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JIS L 1021-9 (2007) Textile Floor Coverings-Part 9: Determination of Delamination Strength

JIS L 4406 (2008) Tile Carpet

F. JAPANESE ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS SPECIFICATION(JASS):

JASS 26 (2006) Interior Finish Works

1.02 SUBMITTALS:

A. Shop Drawings for Installation work

B. Product Data

1. Carpet

2. Moldings

3. Adhesive

C. Samples

1. Carpet

2. Moldings

D. Test Reports of Moisture and Alkalinity Tests

E. Certificates of Carpet

F. Operation and Maintenance Data of Carpet

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE: Provide the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) label for carpet, carpet cushion, and adhesives or demonstrate compliance with testing criteria and frequencies through independent laboratory test results. Carpet, carpet cushion, and adhesives bearing the label will indicate that the carpet has been tested and meets the Regulatory Requirements and criteria of the CRI IAQ Carpet Testing Program, and minimizes the impact on indoor air quality. Procure carpet in accordance with 40 CFR 247, and where possible, purchased locally to reduce emissions of fossil fuels from transporting.

1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING: Deliver materials to the site in the manufacturer's original wrappings and packages clearly labeled with the manufacturer's name, brand name, size, dye lot number, and related information. Remove materials from packaging and store them in a clean, dry, well ventilated area (100 percent outside air supply, minimum of 1.5 air changes per hour, and no recirculation), protected from damage, soiling, and moisture, and strong contaminant sources and residues, and maintain at a temperature above 16 degrees C for 2 days prior to installation. Carpet or carpet tiles shall not be stored with materials which have high emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or other contaminants. Do not store carpet near materials that may offgas or emit harmful fumes, such as kerosene heaters, fresh paint, or adhesives.

1.06 AMBIENT CONDITIONS: Maintain areas in which carpeting is to be installed at a temperature above 16 degrees C and below 32 degrees C for 2 days before installation, during installation, and for 2 days after installation. Provide temporary ventilation during work of this section. Maintain a minimum

LXEZ 15-1295 09 68 00-3 Rev 1 Apr 16 temperature of 13 degrees C thereafter for the duration of the contract. Do not permit traffic or movement of furniture or equipment in carpeted area for 24 hours after installation. Complete other work which would damage the carpet prior to installation of carpet.

1.07 WARRANTY: Provide manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties including minimum ten (10) year wear warranty, two (2) year material and workmanship and ten (10) year tuft bind and delamination.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 CARPET: Furnish first quality carpet; free of visual blemishes, streaks, poorly dyed areas, fuzzing of pile yarn, spots or stains, and other physical and manufacturing defects. Provide carpet materials and treatments as reasonably nonallergenic and free of other recognized health hazards. Provide a static control construction on all grade carpets which gives adequate durability and performance.

A. Physical Characteristics:

Submit documentation indicating type of biobased material in product and biobased content. Indicate relative dollar value of biobased content products to total dollar value of products included in project.

Submit documentation indicating relative dollar value of rapidly renewable materials to total dollar value of products included in project.

B. Broadloom Carpet shall comply with the following:

1. Carpet Construction: Tufted conforming JIS L4406, Tile Carpet.

2. Pile Type: Cut or loop.

3. Pile Fiber: Commercial 100 percent branded (federally registered trademark) nylon continuous filament.

4. Yarn Ply: Minimum 2.

5. Gauge or Pitch: Minimum 3.1 mm in accordance with ASTM D 5793 or JIS L4405.

6. Flammability: ASTM E 648, Class 1.

7. Pile Thickness: Minimum 4.5 mm.

8. Backing Materials: PVC or jute backing.

2.02 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

A. Static Control: Provide static control to permanently regulate static buildup to less than 3.5 kV when tested at 20 percent relative humidity and 21 degrees C in accordance with AATCC TM 134 or JIS L 1021-6.

B. Flammability and Critical Radiant Flux Requirements: Comply carpet with 16 CFR 1630.

Provide carpet in corridors and exits with a minimum average critical radiant flux of 0.22 watts per square centimeter when tested in accordance with ASTM E 648.

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C. Tuft Bind: Provide tuft bind force required to pull a tuft or loop free from carpet backing with a minimum 40 N average force for loop pile.

D. Colorfastness to Water: Comply colorfastness to water with AATCC TM 107 and with a minimum 4.0 gray scale rating and a minimum 4.0 transfer scale rating.

E. Delamination Strength: Provide delamination strength for tufted carpet with a secondary back of minimum 440 N/m in accordance with JIS L 1021-9.

F. Antimicrobial: Nontoxic antimicrobial treatment in accordance with AATCC TM 174 Part I (qualitative), guaranteed by the carpet manufacturer to last the life of the carpet.

2.03 ADHESIVES AND CONCRETE PRIMER: Adhesives and concrete primers shall comply with applicable regulations regarding toxic and hazardous materials. Provide water resistant, mildew resistant, nonflammable, and nonstaining adhesives and concrete primers for carpet installation to meet local air-quality standards, and as required by the carpet manufacturer. Provide release adhesive for modular tile carpet as recommended by the carpet manufacturer. Provide adhesives flashpoint of minimum 60 degrees C in accordance with ASTM D 3278 or JASS 26.

2.04 MOLDINGS: Install carpet moldings, either vinyl or aluminum, where floor covering material changes or carpet edge does not abut a vertical surface. Provide a floor flange of a minimum 38 mm wide and face a minimum 16 mm wide.

2.05 NO ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS (ACM): Material that contains asbestos in amounts greater than 0.1% by weight is prohibited from being used in construction, remodeling, or maintenance. Contractor must provide manufacturer certifications that materials utilized do not contain asbestos above 0.1% by weight per GOJ, JEGS, and the Industrial and Safety Health Law.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 SURFACE PREPARATION: Do not install carpet on surfaces that are unsuitable and will prevent a proper installation. Prepare subfloor in accordance with flooring manufacturer's recommended instructions. Repair holes, cracks, depressions, or rough areas using material recommended by the carpet or adhesive manufacturer. Free floor of any foreign materials and sweep clean. Before beginning work, test subfloor with glue and carpet to determine "open time" and bond. Submit three copies of the manufacturer's printed installation instructions for the carpet, including preparation of substrate, seaming techniques, and recommended adhesives and tapes.

3.02 MOISTURE AND ALKALINITY TESTS: Test concrete slab for moisture content and excessive alkalinity in accordance with CRI 104.

3.03 PREPARATION OF CONCRETE SUBFLOOR: Do not commence installation of the carpeting until concrete substrate is at least 90 days old. Prepare the concrete surfaces in accordance with instructions of the carpet manufacturer. Match carpet, when required, and adhesives to prevent off-gassing to a type of curing compounds, leveling agents, and concrete sealer.

3.04 INSTALLATION: Isolate area of installation from rest of building. Perform all work by manufacturer's approved installers. Conduct installation in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions and CRI 104 or JASS 26. Protect edges of carpet meeting hard surface flooring with molding

LXEZ 15-1295 09 68 00-5 Rev 1 Apr 16 and install in accordance with the molding manufacturer's printed instructions. Follow ventilation, personal protection, and other safety precautions recommended by the adhesive manufacturer.

3.05 CLEANING AND PROTECTION: Submit three copies of carpet manufacturer's maintenance instructions describing recommended type of cleaning equipment and material, spotting and cleaning methods, and cleaning cycles.

A. Cleaning: After installation of the carpet, remove debris, scraps, and other foreign matter.

Remove soiled spots and adhesive from the face of the carpet with appropriate spot remover. Cut off and remove protruding face yarn. Vacuum carpet clean.

B. Protection: Protect the installed carpet from soiling and damage with heavy, reinforced, nonstaining kraft paper, plywood, or hardboard sheets. Lap and secure edges of kraft paper protection to provide a continuous cover. Restrict traffic for at least 48 hours. Remove protective covering when directed by the Contracting Officer.

3.7 MAINTENANCE: Provide extra material from same dye lot consisting of full width continuous broadloom for future maintenance. Provide a minimum of 3 percent of total square meters of each carpet type, pattern, and color.

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