Product Description
Basic Application
GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles are a durable, anti-slip flooring made for the
most demanding applications with outstanding sound absorption. GreenFloors
Rubber Tire Tiles may be used as a walk-off mat for entryways, lobbies,
concourses, and foyers in shopping malls, grocery stores, airports,
factories, office buildings, skating rinks, schools, theaters, bowling
alleys, ski lodges, and other demanding indoor and outdoor applications. It
also can be used in areas subject to cleats and spikes, such as golf pro
shops, locker rooms, sports complexes, and athletic equipment rooms. The
added traction of the surface makes GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles extremely
useful for inclined ramps, walkways, stairwells, and airport passenger
loading bridges. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles can be installed on flat
surfaces or in recessed areas. The tiles can be trimmed or cut easily for
borders or other hard-to-fit areas. The rugged brushed nylon surface is a
pleasing silver-gray that complements practically any design scheme, so you
can create borders, herringbones, standard or diagonal parquets, large
geometric grids, countless other designs. Inside or out, GreenFloors Rubber
Tire Tiles can stand up to the toughest commercial traffic. Its non-skid,
ribbed construction is soft enough to be comfortable to walk on, but sturdy
enough to withstand the heaviest wear. Anywhere flooring is going to be
abused, where the traffic is heavy, where the dirt and grime is ground in,
GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles offers both durability and appearance.
GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles is perfect for exterior installations where
the weather can take its toll on flooring. Even when it’s soaking wet, it
still retains its non-skid properties and ensures sure footing in the worst
conditions. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles stands up to tough customers and
endures the heaviest abuse. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles can take the
heaviest traffic in stride while enhancing walking comfort and reducing foot
and leg fatigue. These are strong claims, but GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles
is a strong product. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles has a lifetime
delamination warranty and a 10-year limited wear warranty.
3.2 Product Construction
GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles is a product with approximately 95% of the
components comprised of recycled truck and bus tires. The synthetic tire
cord is reinforced with a layer of synthetic fiber scrim, and then
vulcanized to a thin rubber backing. The nylon cord is then buffed to
produce an even, non-glare, tufted surface. The result is a nominal 3/8’
thick tile that is highly resistant to organic deterioration and damage from
the elements.
3.3 Product Types and Dimensions
- Gauge: nominal 3/8" (9.525 mm)
- Sizes: Tile, nominal 12" x 12"; Roll, nominal 12" x
30 feet
- Square feet per carton: 12" x 12" tile, 25 square
feet; 12" x 30-foot roll, 30 square feet
- Colors:
TW101 ,
SG504 ,
DG302 ,
CG403
4. Technical Data
4.1 ASTM D 2047, Static Coefficient of Friction: Exceeds ADA recommended
ratings of .60 for flat surfaces and .80 for ramps
4.2 ASTM D 1630, Taber Abrasion: less than 0.003’ at 5000 cycles
using H-10 wheels
4.3 Title 16 CFR Chapter II, Subchapter D, Part 1630, Standard for
the Surface Flammability of Carpets and Rugs (FF 1-70): Passes
5. Product Limitations/Precautions
GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles must be installed using special adhesives in
order for the product warranty to be in effect. GreenFloors Rubber Tire
Tiles must not be used in kitchens or in any area that is exposed to oil,
grease, vegetable fats, strong detergents, acids, solvent-based paints or
coatings, gasoline, kerosene, or other similar solvents that can be absorbed
in the tile and cause deterioration of the rubber. DO NOT allow the cross
sectional face (side) of the tile to remain exposed. Foot and vehicular
traffic could abruptly hit the exposed side of the tile causing a bond
failure. Use a 3/8" Carpet Edge Reducer or other appropriate adaptor,
threshold, and transition strips where necessary. The 3/8" reducer strips
may have to be installed in certain areas prior to beginning the GreenFloors
Rubber Tire Tiles installation. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles can be used
for indoor and outdoor installations below grade, above grade, or on grade;
however, it should not be used in areas that are consistently wet or if
there is hydrostatic pressure. Ensure any disinfectant, cleaning agent, dye,
floor care product, pesticide, or other chemical (solid, liquid, or gas)
that may come in contact with the flooring will not produce permanent
discoloration and/or damage to the flooring. DO NOT drag or move objects
across the flooring or drop objects onto the flooring that may cause damage
to the flooring. The flooring is not to come in contact with direct heat,
such as radiators, hot ovens, or other heated equipment. When exposed to
direct or indirect sunlight, and/or other outdoor elements, discoloration
will occur. Color selections must be made from actual samples as exact
matching of color or shade may vary. Follow all local, state, and federal
safety standards and practices.
6. Installation
6.1 General Preparation and Conditioning
Read the literature concerning the product description, product limitations,
product installation, adhesive information, product maintenance, and
warranty before installing GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles. All materials are
to be delivered to the installation location in its original packaging with
labels intact. Store products in a dry area protected from the weather on a
smooth, flat, dry surface with temperatures maintained between 65° F and 85°
F. Caution: Direct heat form the sun and sunlight will cause material
to buckle or cup. When installing outdoors, allow tile to remain inside
and/or out of the sun. Only bring out enough material to cover the adhesive
that is spread (50 to 75 square feet at a time) so tiles will lie flat while
the adhesive cures. Remove all plastic wrapping and strapping from the
pallets in the installation area at least 48 hours prior to installation.
The installation area, tile, and adhesive are to be maintained between 65° F
and 85° F for at least 48 hours before installation, during installation,
and 48 hours after the installation. Maintain room temperatures between 55°
F and 95° F thereafter. GreenFloors Rubber Tire Tiles is produced with
random color tones; loose-lay tile in the room or area prior to spreading of
adhesive to determine the proper layout to ensure the best overall
appearance and to minimize small border cuts. Inspect all material for
proper type, color, thickness, and quality. DO NOT install material with
obvious defects. Conduct the proper moisture emission and pH testing on the
substrate. Proceed with the installation only when the conditions are proper
and correct. A bond test using the proper Adhesive throughout the area
approximately 50 feet apart should be performed at least one week prior to
the scheduled installation to ensure the surface is suitable. After 72
hours, there should be an unusual amount of force to lift tile from the
substrate with adhesive bonding to the tile and the substrate. Close the
area to traffic during flooring installation. Install tiles and accessories
after other finishing operations, including painting, have been completed.
If the back of the tile becomes soiled prior to installation, clean with a
soft cloth dampened with a mild soap and water solution, rinse, let dry.
Tile may be installed over radiant heated floors, provided the surface
temperature does not exceed 85° F. Warning: Follow all local, state, and
federal standards and practices for the proper removal and disposal of
flooring, adhesives, or other materials. Follow all local, state, federal,
and manufacturer’s safety standards for the use of all products and
equipment.
6.2 Subfloor/Substrate Inspection and Preparation
6.2.1 All subfloors/substrates must be inspected prior to installation.
All subfloors/substrates must be clean, smooth, permanently dry, level, and
structurally sound. The substrate must be free of moisture, dust, sealers,
paint, curing compounds, parting agents, residual adhesives, adhesive
removers, hardeners, resinous compounds, solvents, wax, oil, grease,
asphalt, gypsum compounds, alkaline salts, excessive carbonation or
laitance, mold, mildew, or any other extraneous coatings, films, or
materials that could prevent a successful bond. DO NOT use sweeping
compounds, solvents, citrus adhesive removers, or acid etching to clean the
substrate. DO NOT install flooring over gypsum-based or plaster based
leveling or patching compounds. DO NOT install new floor covering over old
floor covering, as the old floor covering may not be adequately bonded, hide
possible structural defects, or cause plasticizer migration into the new
flooring. Follow The Resilient Floor Covering Institute’s (RFCI) recommended
work practice for removal of existing floor covering and adhesive, and all
applicable industry, local, state, and federal standards. Care must be taken
to analyze the conditions and correct any problems prior to installation.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for any patching or underlayment
materials.
6.2.2 Concrete substrates must be tested in accordance with ASTM F
1869 to quantitatively determine the amount of moisture vapor emission at
least one week prior to the installation. Conduct a minimum of one test for
every 1000 square feet of flooring. The anhydrous calcium chloride test kits
and pH pencils are available from Flexco®. The moisture emission shall not
exceed 5 pounds per 1000 square feet per 24 hours. If the substrate does not
meet the moisture emission requirement, the flooring shall not be installed
until the problem has been corrected. DO NOT install the flooring if there
is hydrostatic pressure. Every concrete floor slab on-grade or below grade
to receive resilient flooring shall have a permanent, effective moisture
vapor retarder installed below the slab. A pH test must be performed to test
for excessive alkalinity using a pH pencil or litmus paper and deionized
water. A scaly, sandy, or powdery surface is an indication of some form of
contaminant, usually excessive alkalis or an alkali-silica residue. A pH
reading higher than 10 is an indication of a potential problem and the
concrete must be neutralized using a 10% muriatic acid and water solution
(10 parts water to 1 part muriatic acid). Apply the solution on the
substrate with a mop, allow the solution to thoroughly dry, and then rinse
the substrate with a mop using clean water, let thoroughly dry, and retest.
Continue to neutralize until the pH level is acceptable. Follow the
recommended safety practices when using muriatic acid. Moisture and alkali
salts in the concrete can cause the following problems after installation:
adhesive deterioration, bumps, ridges, bubbles, discoloration, mold, mildew,
bacteria growth, efflorescence, tile shifting, tile peaking, or curling.
Ensure concrete is of adequate strength, which generally should be 140
pounds per cubic foot or more. Joints such as expansion joints, contraction
joints, isolation joints, or other moving joints shall not be filled with
patching compound or covered with resilient flooring. Expansion joint covers
designed for use with resilient flooring should be used. Any surface cracks,
grooves, depressions, saw cuts, control joints or other non-moving joints,
and other irregularities shall be filled and smoothed with a high quality
grade Portland cement-based, water resistant, non-shrinking, non-staining,
mildew resistant, alkali resistant underlayment having a minimum compressive
strength of 3500 psi after 28 days. Some underlayments may fail under
excessive weight; an epoxy caulking compound may be required for certain
repairs. Mechanically cleaning the substrate by shot-blasting, scarifying,
or sanding shall be performed to achieve a flat, smooth, clean surface to
prevent irregularities, roughness, or other defects from telegraphing
through the new resilient flooring. The surface of the concrete shall be
flat to within the equivalent of 3/16" in 10 feet, as described in ACI 117R.
The surface shall be cleaned of all loose material by scraping, brushing,
vacuuming, or other methods, or a combination thereof, immediately before
commencing installation of resilient flooring. Follow the proper safety
practices during the preparation and installation. Follow the
recommendations of the American Concrete Institute (ACI 302.1R, Guide for
Concrete Floor and Slab Construction; ACI 360.R, Design of Slabs on
Grade; ACI 223, Standard Practice for the Use of
Shrinkage-Compensating Concrete); The American Society for Testing and
Materials (ASTM F 710, Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors
and Other Monolithic Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring), and the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI A157.1, Recommended Practice
for Concrete Floor and Slab Construction) for the preparation of
concrete to receive resilient flooring. Refer to 6.2.1.
6.2.3 Wood subfloors should be of double layer construction with a
minimum thickness of 1". Crawl spaces underneath wood subfloors shall be in
compliance with local building code ventilation practices and have clearance
of at least 18" of cross-ventilated space between the ground level and
joists. Wood joists should be spaced on not more than 16" centers. Place a
moisture retarder, having a maximum rating of 1.0 perm, on the top of the
ground under the wood subfloor overlapped at least 8". APA, The Engineered
Wood Association, Underlayment Grade plywood, minimum 3/8" thick, with a
fully sanded face is to be used. Use APA approved exterior grade plywood if
finished floors are subjected to moisture. OSB, lauan, maranti, solid-core
mahogany, waferboard, particleboard, chipboard, flakeboard, tempered
hardboard, glass mesh mortar units or cementitious tile backer boards,
sheathing-grade plywood, preservative-treated plywood, or fire-retardant
treated plywood are not recommended as some manufacturers may use resins or
other adhesives in the manufacturing of the product that may cause
discoloration or staining of the flooring. The warranties, performance,
installation, and use are the responsibility of the manufacturer and/or
contractor. DO NOT use plastic or resin filler to patch cracks. DO NOT use
cement or rosin coated nails or staples or solvent-based construction
adhesive to adhere the plywood. Installation on a sleeper, a wood subfloor
system constructed over the top of concrete, is not recommended.
Installation directly over Sturd-I-Floor panels is not recommended. All wood
subfloors, single construction plywood floors, single and/or double
tongue-and-groove strip floors, and wood plank floors must be prepared to
receive resilient flooring in accordance with federal and industry
standards. Follow the recommendations of the APA, The Engineered Wood
Association, Design/Construction Guide, Residential and Commercial,
and ASTM F 1482, Standard Guide to Wood Underlayment Products Available
for Use Under Resilient Flooring, for the installation and proper
construction of the panels to receive resilient flooring. It is the
contractor’s responsibility to determine if the subfloor is acceptable to
receive the flooring. Refer to 6.2.1.
6.2.4 Terazzo and ceramic floors to be used as subfloors/substrates
are to follow the procedures recommended for concrete in 6.2.2. Ensure all
glazed, smooth, and/or shiny surfaces are properly sanded. Fill all grout
lines and other irregularities with a Portland cement-based underlayment
with a minimum compressive strength of 3500 psi. The subfloor must be
structurally sound. Inspect the intended substrate to ensure there is an
adequate bond of the flooring to the original substrate. Flexco® will not
warranty the product if there is a bond failure caused by problems related
to the old flooring. Refer to 6.2.1.
6.2.5 Metal floors to be used as a subfloor/substrate must be thoroughly
cleaned of any residue or rust and properly sanded to provide a smooth,
level, clean substrate to receive the resilient flooring. The metal subfloor
shall be structurally sound. Deflection of the metal floor can cause a bond
failure between the adhesive and metal substrate. Refer to 6.2.1.
6.3 Adhesive Information
The adhesive is a single-component, waterproof, synthetic rubber based
adhesive that can be used for indoor and outdoor installations over porous
and non-porous substrates. When used on non-porous substrates, the adhesive
must be allowed to "flash off", but not allowed to get dry to the touch.
Rain immediately after installation may slow the set up time, but will not
otherwise affect the bond. Spread coverage using a 1/8" x 1/8" x 1/8" square
notch trowel is approximately 75 square feet on a smooth, porous substrate.
Coverage will vary according to the type of surface, surface texture,
spreading angle, and adhesive temperature. Adhesive is available in 1-gallon
and 4-gallon pails. Shelf life is one year stored at 70° F in an unopened
container. Remove excess adhesive and clean tools with paint thinner. Follow
the manufacturers recommended safety procedures when using paint thinner.
Adhesive freeze/thaw stable to 00 F; however, it is recommended to protect
all adhesive products from freezing. If frozen, DO NOT stir until material
has completely thawed. Label information is in English and Spanish. The
adhesive is flammable. Caution: DO NOT use near any flame, sparks,
battery or electrically operated equipment, or any other apparatus that
could generate a spark or static electricity that could ignite the vapors.
Read all the Adhesive MSDS information and follow the proper safety
procedures. Installations that may be subject to heavy traffic by wheeled
conveyances or in installations that require a solvent free adhesive, may
require specific adhesives. |
