Section 09 68 00 Carpet Tiles.pdf

CONVERT B32, BAYS F-G FOR FITNESS CENTER W91236-19-R-0023

DEFENSE SUPPLY CENTER RICHMOND (DSCR)

SECTION 09 68 00

CARPET TILES

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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.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF TEXTILE CHEMISTS AND COLORISTS (AATCC)

AATCC 134 (2016) Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets

AATCC 16 (2004; E 2008; E 2010) Colorfastness to Light

AATCC 165 (2013) Colorfastness to Crocking: Textile Floor Coverings - Crockmeter Method

AATCC 174 (2016) Antimicrobial Activity Assessment of New Carpets

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D1335 (2017; E 2018) Standard Test Method for Tuft Bind of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings

ASTM D1667 (2017) Standard Specification for Flexible Cellular Materials - Poly (Vinyl Chloride) Foam (Closed-Cell)

ASTM D2859 (2016) Standard Test Method for Ignition Characteristics of Finished Textile Floor Covering Materials

ASTM D297 (2015) Rubber Products - Chemical Analysis

ASTM D3676 (2013) Rubber Cellular Cushion Used for Carpet or Rug Underlay

ASTM D5793 (2018) Standard Test Method for Binding Sites Per Unit Length or Width of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings

ASTM D5848 (2010; E 2010) Mass Per Unit Area of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings

ASTM D6859 (2011) Standard Test Method for Pile Thickness of Finished Level Pile Yarn Floor Coverings

ASTM D7330 (2015) Standard Test Method for Assessment of Surface Appearance Change in Pile Floor

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Coverings Using Standard Reference Scales

ASTM E648 (2017a) Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source

ASTM F2170 (20182019) Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in situ Probes

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH)

CDPH Standard Method v1.1 (2010; Version 1.1) Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources using Environmental Chambers

CARPET AND RUG INSTITUTE (CRI)

CRI 104 (2015) Carpet Installation Standard for Comnmercial Carpet

CRI 105 (2015) Carpet Installation Standard for Residential Carpet

CRI GLP QM (2017) Green Label Plus Quality Manual

CRI Test Method 103 (2015) Standard Test Method for the Evaluation of Texture Appearance Retention of Carpet Standards Program

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR STANDARDIZATION (ISO)

ISO 2551 (1981) Machine-made Textile Floor Coverings - Determination of Dimensional Changes Due to the Effects of Varied Water and Heat Conditions

SCIENTIFIC CERTIFICATION SYSTEMS (SCS)

SCS SCS Global Services (SCS) Indoor Advantage

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

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

UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES (UL)

UL 2818 (2013) GREENGUARD Certification Program For Chemical Emissions For Building Materials, Finishes And Furnishings

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submittals with an "S" are for inclusion in the Sustainability eNotebook, in conformance to Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING.

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Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00.00 50 SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES:

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Installation Drawings ; G

SD-03 Product Data

Carpet ; G

Recycled Content for Carpeting ; S

Moldings ; G

SD-04 Samples

Carpet ; G

Moldings ; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Moisture and Alkalinity Tests ; G

SD-07 Certificates

Indoor Air Quality for Carpet ; S

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Surface Preparation

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Cleaning and Protection

Maintenance Service

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Warranty

1.3 CERTIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Indoor Air Quality Certifications

1.3.1.1 Floor Covering Materials

Provide carpet and cushion products certified to meet indoor air quality requirements by UL 2818 (GreenGuard), SCS Global Services Indoor Advantage, CRI GLP QM or provide certification or validation by other third-party program that products meet the requirements of this Section.

Provide current product certification documentation from certification body. When product does not have certification, provide validation that product meets the indoor air quality product requirements cited herein.

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1.4 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 60 degrees F for 2 days prior to installation. Do not store carpet or carpet tiles with materials which have high emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or other contaminants, including paints and adhesives. Do not store carpet near materials that may off gas or emit harmful fumes, such as kerosene heaters, fresh paint, or adhesives.

1.5 AMBIENT CONDITIONS

Maintain areas in which carpeting is to be installed at a temperature above 60 degrees F and below 90 degrees F for 2 days before installation, during installation, and for 2 days after installation. Provide temporary ventilation during work of this section. Maintain a minimum temperature of 55 degrees F thereafter for the duration of the contract.

1.6 WARRANTY

Provide manufacturer's standard performance guarantees or warranties including minimum ten year wear warranty, two year material and workmanship and ten year tuft bind and delamination.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 CARPET

Furnish first quality carpet that is 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. Submit manufacturer's catalog data and printed documentation stating physical characteristics, durability, resistance to fading, and flame resistance characteristics for each type of carpet material and installation accessory. Submit manufacturer's Product Data for 1) Carpet and 2) Moldings. Also, submit Samples of the following:

a. Carpet: Two "Production Quality" full size samples of each carpet proposed for use, showing quality, pattern, and color specified

b. Moldings: Two samples of each type minimum 12 inches long

2.1.1 Recycled Content

Carpet tiles must contain a minimum of 40 percent recycled content.

Provide data identifying percentage of recycled content for carpeting .

Provide certification of indoor air quality for carpet .

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2.1.2 Indoor Air Quality Requirements

Products must meet emissions requirements of CDPH Standard Method v1.1 .

Provide certification or validation of indoor air quality for carpet .

2.1.3 Physical Characteristics for Modular Tile Carpet

2.1.3.1 Carpet Construction

Tufted

2.1.3.2 Type, CPT-1

Modular tile 9.85 x 39.4 inch square with 0.15 percent growth/shrink rate in accordance with ISO 2551 .

2.1.3.3 Pile Type

Textured loop

2.1.3.4 Pile Fiber

Commercial 100 percent branded (federally registered trademark) nylon continuous filament.

2.1.3.5 Gauge or Pitch

Minimum 1/12 inch in accordance with ASTM D5793

2.1.3.6 Stitches or Rows/Wires

Minimum 10 per square inch

2.1.3.7 Surface Pile Weight

Minimum 20 ounces per square yard . This does not include weight of backings. Determine weight in accordance with ASTM D5848.

2.1.3.8 Pile Thickness

Minimum .094" inch in accordance with ASTM D6859

2.1.3.9 Pile Density

Minimum 7,094

2.1.3.10 Dye Method

Solution dyed

2.1.3.11 Backing Materials

Provide primary backing materials like those customarily used and accepted by the trade for each type of carpet . Provide secondary backing to suit project requirements of those customarily used and accepted by the trade for each type of carpet.

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2.1.3.12 Attached Cushion

Provide an attached cushion chemically frothed polyurethane with minimum weight of 18 oz/sq. yard , minimum density of 11 lb/cubic foot . Do not exceed the maximum ash content of 50 percent when tested in accordance with ASTM D297. Pass the accelerated aging test in accordance with ASTM D3676 or ASTM D1667 for the cushion.

2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

2.2.1 Texture Appearance Retention Rating (TARR)

Provide carpet with a greater than or equal to 3.5 (Severe) TARR traffic level classification in accordance with ASTM D7330 or CRI Test Method 103 .

2.2.2 Static Control

Provide static control to permanently regulate static buildup to less than

3.5 kV when tested at 20 percent relative humidity and 70 degrees F in accordance with AATCC 134.

2.2.3 Flammability and Critical Radiant Flux Requirements

Comply with 16 CFR 1630 or ASTM D2859. Provide carpet in corridors and exits with a minimum average critical radiant flux of 0.45 watts per square centimeter when tested in accordance with ASTM E648.

2.2.4 Tuft Bind

Comply with ASTM D1335 for tuft bind force required to pull a tuft or loop free from carpet backing with a minimum 8 pound average force for modular carpet tile.

2.2.5 Colorfastness to Crocking

Comply dry and wet crocking with AATCC 165 and with a Class 4 minimum rating on the AATCC Color Transference Chart for all colors.

2.2.6 Colorfastness to Light

Comply colorfastness to light with AATCC 16, Test Option E "Water-Cooled Xenon-Arc Lamp, Continuous Light" and with a minimum 4 grey scale rating after 40 hours.

2.2.7 Delamination Strength

Provide delamination strength for tufted carpet with a secondary back of minimum 2.5 lbs/inch .

2.2.8 Antimicrobial

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

2.3 MOLDINGS

Provide carpet moldings where floor covering material changes or carpet edge does not abut a vertical surface. Provide a heavy-duty vinyl

SECTION 09 68 00 Page 6 molding designed for the type of carpet being installed. Provide floor flange of a minimum 1 1/2 inches wide. Provide color to match resilient base.

2.4 TAPE

Provide tape for seams as recommended by the carpet manufacturer for the type of seam used in broadloom installation. Seam sealant must have a maximum VOC content of no more than 50 grams/liter. Do not use sealants that contain 1,1,1-trichloroethane or toluene.

2.5 COLOR, TEXTURE, AND PATTERN

Provide color, texture, and pattern in accordance with the drawings.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 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 Surface Preparation, seaming techniques, and recommended adhesives and tapes.

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3.2 MOISTURE AND ALKALINITY TESTS

Test concrete slab for moisture content and excessive alkalinity in accordance with CRI 104 / CRI 105 . Submit three copies of reports of Moisture and Alkalinity Tests including content of concrete slab stating date of test, person conducting the test, and the area tested.

Test concrete slabs per ASTM F-710 Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring, ASTM F-1869 Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate (MVER) of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride and ASTM F-2170 Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using In-Situ Probes.

Determine the suitability of the concrete subfloor for receiving the resilient flooring with regard to moisture content, pH level, and adhesion by relative humidity, alkalinity tests, and bond testing. Conduct two relative humidity tests at each location in each bay designated to receive resilient flooring in accordance with ASTM F2170. Conduct the first ASTM F2170 relative humidity test at the beginning of work in a bay and before the HVAC is turned off. Conduct a second ASTM F2170 relative humidity test just prior to floor finish installation and after the HVAC is turned back on and the bay is dehumidified to determine any changes in the relative humidity of the slab since the first test. Conduct alkalinity testing as recommended by the flooring manufacturer or a minimum of one test. Conduct alkalinity testing at the locations in each bay designated to receive resilient flooring. Determine the compatibility of the resilient flooring adhesives to the concrete floors by a bond test in

SECTION 09 68 00 Page 7 accordance with the flooring manufacturer's recommendations or a minimum of one test. Conduct bond testing at the locations in each bay indicated to receive resilient flooring. Submit to the COR copies of the test reports for relative humidity, alkalinity content of concrete slab, and bond test stating date of test, person conducting the test, and the area tested.

Conduct tests close to the time of carpet installation.

Conduct test per ASTM F-2170 2 times, first test at the beginning of the project before HVAC is turned off and second test close to the time of floor finish installation and after the HVAC is turned on and the building dehumidified to determine if RH has changed from first test. Submit to COR copies of the test reports.

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3.3 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 the carpet manufacturer's instructions. Match carpet, when required, and adhesives to prevent off-gassing to a type of curing compounds, leveling agents, and concrete sealer.

3.4 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 / CRI 105 . Protect edges of carpet meeting hard surface flooring with molding and install in accordance with the molding manufacturer's printed instructions. Follow ventilation, personal protection, and other safety precautions recommended by the adhesive manufacturer. Continue ventilation during installation and for at least 72 hours following installation. 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. Submit three copies of Installation Drawings for

1) Carpet, 2) Carpet Cushion, and 3) Moldings indicating areas receiving carpet, carpet types, patterns, direction of pile, location of seams, and locations of edge molding.

Do not install building construction materials that show visual evidence of biological growth.

3.4.1 Modular Tile Installation

Install modular tiles with manufacturer approved adhesive tab system adhesive and snug joints. Use ashlar installation method. Comply with manufacturer installation instructions for required drying time of releasable adhesive so it sets up properly. Provide accessibility to the subfloor where required. Carpet tile on sloped surfaces must be installed with a more permanent installation method in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and with manufacturer recommended adhesives for this application.

3.4.2 Entrance Carpet Installation

Install tiles with releasable adhesive and snug joints. Use monolithic

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3.5 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.

3.5.1 Cleaning

As specified in Section 01 78 02.00 50 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS. 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 with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration vacuum .

3.5.2 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.

3.6 REMNANTS

Manage waste as specified in the Waste Management Plan. Provide remnants remaining from the installation, consisting of scrap pieces more than 2 feet in dimension with more than 6 square feet total to the Government.

Set aside and return non-retained scraps to manufacturer for recycling into new product.

3.7 MAINTENANCE

3.7.1 Extra Materials

Provide extra material from same dye lot consisting of uncut carpet tiles for future maintenance. Provide a minimum of threepercent of total square yards of each carpet type, pattern, and color. Furnish three percent extra of total adhesive tabs.

3.7.2 Maintenance Service

Collect information from the manufacturer about maintenance agreement options, and submit to Contracting Officer. Service must reclaim materials for recycling and/or reuse. Service must not landfill or burn reclaimed materials. When such a service is not available, seek local recyclers to reclaim the materials. Submit documentation of manufacturer's take-back program for carpet. Include contact information, summary of procedures, and the limitations and conditions applicable to the project. Indicate manufacturer's commitment to reclaim materials for recycling and reuse.

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