Tough 'n' Easy Flooring Architectural Specifications

SECTION 009658

1. GENERAL

1. SECTION INCLUDES

A. Interlocking resilient tiles and accessories.
B. Resilient wall base.

2. RELATED SECTIONS
A. Section 09650 - Resilient Flooring: Other types of resilient tiles.
3. REFERENCES
A. ASTM D 792 - Standard Test Methods for Density and Specific Gravity (Relative Density) of Plastics by Displacement
B. ASTM F 510 - Standard Test Method for Resistance to Abrasion of Resilient Floor Coverings Using an Abrader with a Grit Feed Method.
C. ASTM D 638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.
D. ASTM D 471 - Standard Test Method for Rubber Property-Effect of Liquids.
E. ASTM E 662 - Standard Test Method for Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials.
F. ASTM E 648 - Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.
G. ASTM D 2047 - Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish-Coated Floor Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine.
H. ASTM F 970 - Standard Test Method for Static Load Limit.
I. ASTM F 925 - Standard Test Method for Resistance to Chemicals of Resilient Sheet Flooring.
4. SUBMITTALS
A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B. Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.
5. Selection Samples: two 2”x2” samples of each of the colors and surfaces of Tough ‘n’ Easy Flooring to be installed.
A. Installer Qualifications: No professional labor required.
6. DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Store products at room temperature in manufacturer's unopened packaging for 24 to 48 hours prior for installation; follow manufacturer's instructions for storage.
7. WARRANTY
A. Provide manufacturer's 5-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
8. EXTRA MATERIALS
A. Deliver to Owner ____ tiles of each color and pattern installed, for his use in maintenance.

2. PRODUCTS
1. MANUFACTURERS
A. Acceptable Source: The Mat King, a d/b/a of Geoffrey Drew Marketing, Inc., 740 West End Avenue; Suite 1, New York, NY 10025 . Tel: (800)442-6544; Fax: (800)628-7329; www.thematking.com ; sales@thematking.com.
B. Substitutions: Not permitted.
C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
2. APPLICATIONS/SCOPE
A. Provide Tough ‘n’ Easy Flooring raised interlocking resilient tiles at the following locations:
1. Lobby walk-off area.
2. Anti-fatigue areas.
3. Entire locker room floors.
4. Moisture ridden sub floors.
5. Workout rooms.
6. High traffic lobbies and corridors.
7. Heavy load industrial and service areas.
8. Fitness rooms.
9. Warehouse and Production room floors.
10. Over problematic subfloors.
11. ______________________.
12. Other locations indicated on Room Finish Schedule as ______.

3. MATERIALS
A. Raised Interlocking Resilient Tile: The Mat King, a d/b/a of Geoffrey Drew Marketing, Inc.; flexible vinyl composite flooring made of 100% recycled vinyl, with interlocking dovetail joints on each edge and raised grid underside.
1. Recycled Content: 100 percent recycled PVC.
2. Size: 19-5/8 by 19-5/8 inches (305 by 305 mm).
3. Thickness: 0.25 inch (498.6 mm).
4. Specific Gravity 1.37 ( + or - .02) when tested in accordance with ASTM D 792.
5. Abrasion Resistance: Less than 0.5 gram weight loss when tested in accordance with ASTM F 510 using 500 gram wheel for 1,000 cycles.
6. Tensile Strength: at least 2500 psi when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638
7. Moisture Absorption: Less than 3% by weight (72 hours at 700 F) when tested in accordance with ASTM D 471.
8. Smoke Production: Optical smoke density of less than 450, when tested in accordance with ASTM E 662.
9. Fire Retardance: Critical radiant flux greater than 0.45 watts/sq cm (class 1), when tested in accordance with ASTM E 648.
10. Slip Resistance: Conformance with ADA guidelines, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 2047.
11. Strength: Static load resistance of at least 2,500 psi, when tested in accordance with ASTM F 970.
12. Chemical Resistance: No color change, surface dulling, or damage to surface when tested in accordance with ASTM F 925.
13. Surface Pattern: Smooth.
14. Surface Pattern: Raised Disc.
15. Color: Black.
16. Color: Gray.
17. Color: Red.
18. Color: Blue.
19. Color: Green.
20. Color: Yellow.
21. Color: Brown.
22. Color: Custom color.
B. Doorway Transition Strips: Extruded PVC sloped transition strip to suit thickness of tile, for adhesive installation, in matching color.
C. Wall Base: Resilient PVC base with coved foot wide enough to cover ¼ inch (6 mm) gap at walls, 4 inches (100 mm) high, in matching colors.

3. EXECUTION
1. EXAMINATION
A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
B. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
2. PREPARATION
A. Tough ‘n’ Easy Flooring is recommended to be site conditioned at room temperature for 24 hours prior to installation. During this period room temperature must be maintained at 70o F +/- 5o F (21o C +/- 3o C).
B. Smooth floor so that there are no large bumps or indentations.
C. If glue will be used, remove existing flooring and smooth floor as per adhesive manufacturers instructions.
3. INSTALLATION
A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B. Install without adhesive or fasteners.
C. Install without adhesive or fasteners, except as follows:
1. Raised Interlocking Tile on Ramps: Fasten each tile to subfloor with galvanized or stainless steel screws, through joints.
2. If the floor is exposed to high temperatures.
3. If the tiles must resist high dynamic pressure
4. If the tiles are fitted in cold temperatures.
1. Glue down using adhesives approved by Geoffrey Drew Marketing, Inc. d/b/a The Mat King
D. Calculate the center of the room by identifying the point equidistant from the four walls, draw a plus sign, and lay the first four tiles around it.
E. Lay tiles by interlocking the joints with a rubber mallet from the center working out towards the walls using a circular method. First lay the full tiles then proceed with the trimmed tiles around the walls.
F. The tiles can be easily cut with a sharp utility knife, or electric table saw.
G. A space of ¼ inch (6mm) expansion gap should be left at the walls and any other obstacles such as pillars and extremely heavy equipment.
H. At open edges, install either Geoffrey Drew Marketing, Inc. d/b/a The Mat King supplied, or standard edging strips, completely finishing visible edge.
I. At doorways, cut off interlocking joints and finish with edging strip.
1. Always use adhesives to install edging strips.
J. Protect installed products until completion of project.