Mannington commercial Amtico QuickStix LVF Installation Manual

Amtico QuickStix LVF

Installation

GENERAL

These instructions cover all fully adhered installations of Amtico Luxury Vinyl Floors (LVF) – available in both Tile (LVT) and
Plank (LVP). This includes: Amtico, Amtico 30 and Spacia luxury vinyl flooring. All recommendations are based on the most
recent available information. The information on these sheets provides general guidelines. For complete details consult
Mannington’s General Installation Guide or visit our website manningtoncommercial.com. These instructions and
recommendations must be followed for a satisfactory installation.

MAKE SURE YOU INSPECT LVF PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. NO CLAIMS WILL BE HONORED IF PLANKS OR TILES ARE
INSTALLED WITH VISIBLE DEFECTS. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO BEGINNING INSTALLATION.

The installation of Amtico QuickStix LVF is straightforward and similar to the installation procedures that apply to all quality
LVT floors. Good preparation is essential for a trouble-free installation. Do not install Amtico QuickStix LVF until jobsite

testing and subfloor preparations are finished and the work of all other trades is complete. Site conditions must comply with
the relevant building codes and local, state and national regulations.

• Amtico QuickStix LVF is recommended for use over properly prepared concrete, suspended wood, metal and other
suitable substrates.

• Never install Amtico QuickStix LVF over residual asphalt type (Cutback) adhesive as “Bleed Through” and bonding failure
may occur.

• Amtico QuickStix LVF is not suitable for external installation or unheated locations.

• Amtico flooring, jobsite and subfloor must be acclimated to a stable condition before installation (See Job site testing).

• Immediate foot traffic and full use is allowed once the QuickStix LVF is completed.

• Amtico LVF flooring should remain at a temperature between 55°- 85° F (13°-29° C) during its service life.

Amtico QuickStix LVF Installation

MATERIAL RECEIVING, HANDLING & STORAGE

1. Immediately remove all shrink wrapping and verify materials delivered are correct style, color and quantity.

2. Report discrepancies immediately to Mannington Customer Service at 1 800 241.2262 EXT 2 Claims for installation of
products installed with visual defects or incorrect style will not be honored.

3. Store all materials off the floor (keep cartons flat) in a weather-tight enclosure between 55°- 100° F (13°-38° C).

4. Acclimate LVF, Primer and jobsite to a stable condition between 65°- 85°F (18°- 29°C) and 50% +/- 10% RH for 48 hours
before, during and after installation. Acclimate all materials onsite and off stack tile/ plank cartons to a single layer
keeping cartons flat. Temporary heating and cooling can be used if permanent HVAC is not operational. If a system other
than the permanent HVAC source is utilized, it must provide proper control of both temperature and humidity to
recommended or specific levels for the appropriate time duration.

5. LVF should not be stored close to exterior walls, in direct sunlight or near HVAC vents.

JOBSITE TESTING AND CONDITIONS

1. Before jobsite testing, the building envelope must be sealed (walls, roofing, windows, doorways etc., installed).

2. Anticipated environmental conditions must be maintained at 65°F- 85°F (18°C +/- 12°C) and 50% +/- 10% RH a
minimum of 48 hours before and during testing (ASTM F 710).

3. Test sites must be properly prepared and protected for the duration of testing to achieve valid results.

4. Surface Flatness for all Subfloors: The surface shall be flat to 3/16” (4.7 mm) in 10 ft. (3,050 mm) and 1/32” (0.8 mm) in
1 Ft. (305 mm). To check flatness, place a 10 ft straight edge, string line, laser level or use another recognized industry
method on the surface to measure the undulation.

5. Moisture Testing: Perform either the preferred In-situ Relative Humidity (RH) Test (ASTM F2170) or the acceptable
Moisture Vapor Emission Rate (MVER) Test (ASTM F1869).

6. QuickStix is warranted up to 99% RH and 18 pounds MVER when all specified requirements are met. Perform 3 tests for
the first 1000 sq ft and one additional test per 1000 sq ft thereafter. All readings must be documented and stored for
warranty registration.

7. Alkalinity: Must test surface alkalinity (ASTM F710). Up to 12 pH is acceptable with the application of one coat of
Mannington Premium Universal Primer. When pH is above 12, highly porous or light weight concrete, apply a second
coat of Mannington Premium Universal Primer.

8. Water Drop: Randomly check concrete subfloor for porosity using the drop water test. Place a dime size of clear water

directly onto the concrete subfloor. If the water droplet does not dissipate within 60 to 90 seconds the subfloor is
considered non-porous.

9. Subfloor must be clean (free of dirt, sealers, curing, hardening or parting compounds or any substance that may stain or
prevent adhesion), smooth, flat, sound, fit for purpose, free of movement.

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For more information, please contact Mannington Technical Services at
800 241 2262 Ext. 3 or visit www.manningtoncommercial.com.

September, 2016

Amtico QuickStix LVF

Installation

MANNINGTON PREMIUM UNIVERSAL PRIMER

The use of Mannington Premium Universal Primer is required for the installation of Amtico QuickStix products. All bond
warranties will be voided if the Mannington primer is not used, as required.

FOR USE ON: above and below grade concrete, gypsum, and wood substrates and all patching and leveling compounds.
Before the application of Mannington’s primer the substrate must be prepped following ASTM F710. The floor must be flat,
smooth, and free of any contaminants. Follow sub- floor condition requirements. Thoroughly clean the floor by sweeping,
vacuuming, and/or mopping to remove all dust and debris.

APPLICATION: The use of a smooth napped or microfiber roller is recommended. Apply a smooth even coat of primer using
slight pressure. Avoid leaving puddles or heavy roller bead/ lines. Cover all areas leaving no bare or dry spots rolling in both
directions. Allow the primer to completely dry. Normal dry time will vary, approximately one half hour- one hour, check for dry
to the touch. If needed allow more time before installation starts and/or before applying second coat, if required. Clean up all
spills or over application to walls or base while the product is wet. Use clean soapy water to remove all excess.

TIPS:

• In larger areas the use of an 18” wide roller is recommended to speed up the application process.

• Use a paint brush or small roller to cut in at the doorways and walls if necessary

• For Non-porous substrates such as Terrazzo, Glass, Metal, and Polished Concrete, Mannington’s primer is not required.
Remove all wax, surface contaminants. A bond test is required.

Amtico QuickStix LVF Installation

SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

Concrete Subfloors

1. Concrete subfloors must be finished and cured without additives, curing compounds, hardeners or surface treatments
that may prevent proper bonding of the flooring materials (ACI 302.1 and ASTM F710).

2. Concrete subfloors shall not consist of lightweight concrete or gypsum with less than 105 lbs. /cubic foot density
(3000 psi). Follow ASTM F2678.

3. Below and On-grade concrete subfloors must have a suitable vapor retarder properly installed beneath the slab per
ASTM E1745. Crawlspaces and basements directly beneath the new floor installation should be maintained with a relative
humidity +/- 10% of the room relative humidity where the flooring is installed. This can be accomplished by proper
ventilation and air circulation or using a dehumidifier. Always follow manufacturers’ written recommendations for the use
and installation of their proprietary surface preparation materials.

4. Remove all existing floor coverings and adhesives/residues, marking paint, permanent markers, crayons, and all other
potential stains from the concrete surface before installing new flooring. Never mark the back of the flooring. Removal of
old adhesives must be performed by mechanical means: scraping, scarifying, grinding, shot/bead blasting, etc. The use of
adhesive removers or solvents in the abatement or removal of existing or old adhesives is prohibited and will void all
warranties. Contact Mannington Commercial for needed procedures.

5. Expansion joints, isolation joints, or other moving joints are incorporated into concrete floor slabs in order to permit
movement without causing random cracks in the concrete. These joints must be honored and not be filled with
underlayment products or other materials, and floor coverings must not be laid over them. Expansion joint covering
systems should be detailed by the architect or engineer based upon intended usage and aesthetic considerations

6. Leveling and Patching: Surface cracks, grooves, depressions, control joints or other non-moving joints, and other
irregularities shall be filled or smoothed with high quality Moisture Resistant Portland cement based patching or
underlayment compound. Caution: Do not lightly skim coat highly polished or slick power troweled concrete surfaces.
A thin film of floor patch will not bond to a slick subfloor and may become a bond breaker causing tiles to release at the
interface of the subfloor and patching material.

7. Always follow manufacturers’ written recommendations for the use and installation of their appropriate surface
preparation material.

NOTE: It is not recommended to install QuickStix LVF over concrete slabs with a history of hydrostatic conditions. Amtico also
will not assume responsibility for floor covering failure due to hydrostatic pressure or moisture vapor emission exceeding the
requirements set forth. The final responsibility for determining if the concrete is dry enough for installation of the flooring lies
with the floor covering installer.

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For more information, please contact Mannington Technical Services at
800 241 2262 Ext. 3 or visit www.manningtoncommercial.com.

September, 2016