Altro Stronghold 30 CSC Specs

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ALTRO STRONGHOLD 30 SAFETY FLOORING Architectural Guide Specification CSC/CSI SectionFormat [3-part] CSC PageFormat Altro 6390 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z3 CANADA Tel: 905.564.1330 Fax: 905.564.0750 Toll Free: 800.565.4658 224 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18020 USA Tel: 610.746.4324 Fax: 610.746.4325 Toll Free: 800.377.5597 e-mail: [email protected] www.altrofloors.com This is a manufacturer specific proprietary product specification using the proprietary method of specifying applicable to project specifications and master guide specifications. Specifier should edit guide specifications in accordance with project requirements. All imperial dimensions are approximate. Products are manufactured to exact metric standards. Optional text is indicated by brackets [ ]. Delete optional text in final copy of specification. Add or modify text as required. Specifier Notes typically precede specification text: delete notes in final version of specification. Revise below to suit project requirements, specification practices and section content. Refer to Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) MasterFormat™, SectionFormat™ and PageFormat™. Each publication is available from CSC. Refer to CSC/CSI MasterFormat for other section numbers and titles. The specifier is responsible for the accuracy of all project specifications, including any Altro guide specifications used. Altro slip resistant sheet vinyl safety flooring systems provide slip resistant solutions and are recommended wherever slips and falls are likely to occur inside buildings. A variety of safety flooring types are available. The designer/specifier is responsible for product selection as well as the use and application of this information, and should contact the manufacturer to

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ALTRO STRONGHOLD 30 SAFETY FLOORINGArchitectural Guide Specification

CSC/CSI SectionFormat [3-part]CSC PageFormat

Altro6390 Kestrel Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1Z3 CANADA

Tel: 905.564.1330 Fax: 905.564.0750Toll Free: 800.565.4658

224 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18020 USATel: 610.746.4324 Fax: 610.746.4325

Toll Free: 800.377.5597

e-mail: [email protected]

This is a manufacturer specific proprietary product specification using the proprietary method of specifying applicable to project specifications and master guide specifications.

Specifier should edit guide specifications in accordance with project requirements. All imperial dimensions are approximate. Products are manufactured to exact metric standards. Optional text is indicated by

brackets [ ]. Delete optional text in final copy of specification. Add or modify text as required. Specifier Notes typically precede specification text: delete notes in final version of specification.

Revise below to suit project requirements, specification practices and section content. Refer to Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) MasterFormat™, SectionFormat™ and PageFormat™. Each publication is available from CSC. Refer to CSC/CSI MasterFormat for other section numbers and titles.

The specifier is responsible for the accuracy of all project specifications, including any Altro guide specifications used. Altro slip resistant sheet vinyl safety flooring systems provide slip resistant solutions

and are recommended wherever slips and falls are likely to occur inside buildings. A variety of safety flooring types are available.

The designer/specifier is responsible for product selection as well as the use and application of this information, and should contact the manufacturer to ensure that models, types, finishes, etc. are available

in Canada and that the associated specification information is valid and correct. Altro shall not be liable for any damages arising out of the use of its guide specifications.

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SECTION 09657RESILIENT SHEET FLOORING

(Slip Resistant Sheet Vinyl Safety Flooring)

1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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.1 This section includes labour, materials and other services necessary to complete resilient sheet flooring, slip resistant sheet vinyl safety flooring systems and accessories work.

.2 Conform with requirements of all Sections of Division 1, General Requirements, as it applies to the work of this Section.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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.1 Section 03300 - Cast-in-Place Concrete: Concrete finishing.

.2 Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Plywood floor sheathing.

.3 Division 7 - Thermal and Moisture Protection.

.4 Division 15 - Mechanical.

1.3 REFERENCES

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.1 General: Standards listed by reference, including revisions by issuing authority, form a part of this specification section to extent indicated. Standards listed are identified by issuing authority, authority abbreviation,

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designation number, title or other designation established by issuing authority. Standards subsequently referenced herein are referred to by issuing authority abbreviation and standard designation.

.2 American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM).1 ASTM D 2047, Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of

Friction of Polish-Coated Floor Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine.

.2 ASTM E 648/NFPA 253, Standard Test Method for Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant Heat Energy Source.

.3 ASTM E662, Standard Test Method for Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials.

.4 ASTM F710, Standard Practice for Preparing Concrete Floors to Receive Resilient Flooring.

.5 ASTM F 970, Standard Test Method for Static Load Limit.

.6 ASTM F1482, Standard Guide to Wood Underlayment Products Available for Use Under Resilient Flooring.

.7 ASTM F1869, Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.

.8 ASTM F1303, Standard Specification for Sheet Vinyl Floor Covering with Backing.

.9 ASTM F2170, Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in situ Probes.

.3 Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI)1. RFCI Standard Slab Moisture Test Method (Calcium Chloride

Method).

.4 Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC).1 CAN/ULC-S102.2, Surface Burning Characteristics of Flooring,

Floor Covering and Miscellaneous Materials and Assemblies.

1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

.1 Performance Requirements: Provide slip resistant sheet vinyl safety flooring which has been manufactured and installed to maintain performance criteria stated by manufacturer without defects, damage or failure.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

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**************************************************************************************************.1 Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s current printed product literature,

specifications, installation instructions, and field reports in accordance with Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.

.2 Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings to indicate materials, details, and accessories in accordance with Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures including but limited to the following: .1 ubmit a cut diagram indicating seam locations and roll direction.

Use mitered seam layouts for corners when changing directions 180 degrees (e.g. when running material down corridors which bisect at a right angle), unless approved otherwise.

.3 Samples: Submit duplicate 300 mm x 300 mm (12" x 12") sample pieces of sheet material, 300 mm (12") long [gulley edge] [cap strip] [joint cover strip] [cove former] in accordance with Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.

.4 Quality Assurance Submittals: Submit the following:.1 Test Reports: Submit certified test reports in accordance with

Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures. Submit test reports from approved independent testing laboratories showing compliance with specified performance characteristics and physical properties.

.2 Manufacturer’s Instructions: Current published manufacturer’s installation and maintenance instructions.

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.3 Manufacturer’s Field Reports: Manufacturer’s field reports specified herein.

.5 Closeout Submittals: Submit the following:.1 Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit manufacturer’s operation

and maintenance data for incorporation into manual specified in accordance with Section 01780 - Closeout Submittals. Include methods for maintaining installed products and precautions against cleaning materials and methods detrimental to finishes and performance.

.2 Warranty: Warranty documents specified herein.

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1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

.1 Installer Qualifications: Experienced in performing work of this section and who is specialized in the installation of work similar to that required for this project..1 Training: Installer who has attended an Altro safety flooring

installation training clinic.

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.2 Mock-ups: Install at project site a job mock-up using acceptable products and manufacturer approved installation methods, including concrete substrate testing. Obtain Owner’s and Consultant’s acceptance of finish color, texture and pattern, and workmanship standards.

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.1 Mock-up Size: [Specify mock-up size.].

.2 Maintenance: Maintain mock-up during construction for workmanship comparison; remove and legally dispose of mock-up when no longer required.

.3 Incorporation: Mock-up may be incorporated into final construction upon Owner’s approval.

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1.7 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS

.1 Pre-installation Meeting: Conduct pre-installation meeting to verify project requirements, substrate conditions, manufacturer’s installation instructions and manufacturer’s warranty requirements.

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1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

.1 Ordering: Comply with manufacturer’s ordering instructions and lead time requirements to avoid construction delays.

.2 Deliver, store and handle resilient flooring materials in accordance with Section 01610 - Basic Material Requirements.

.3 Deliver materials in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact.

.4 Store materials protected from exposure to harmful weather conditions, at temperature and humidity conditions recommended by manufacturer.

.5 Store rolls in dry locations. Stand rolls on end. Protect and secure rolls from falling.

1.9 WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

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.1 Deposit all packaging materials in appropriate container on site for recycling or reuse.

.2 Avoid using landfill waste disposal procedures when recycling facilities are available.

.3 Keep all discarded packaging away from children.

1.10 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

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.1 Temperature Requirements: If storage temperature is below 18C (65F), the Altro safety flooring product must be moved to a warmer place and allowed to reach this temperature before unrolling or installation. The room temperature must not be below 18C (65F) and the floor temperature 10C (50F). For further information, refer to current Installation Guide.

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.2 Maintain air temperature and structural base temperature at flooring installation area between 18C (65F) and 26C (80F) for 48 hours before, during and 24 hours after installation.

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1.11 WARRANTY

.1 Project Warranty: Refer to CCDC 2 for project warranty provisions.

.2 Manufacturer’s Warranty: Submit, for Owner’s acceptance, manufacturer’s standard warranty document executed by authorized company official in accordance with Section 01780 - Closeout Submittals. Manufacturer’s warranty is in addition to and not a limitation of other rights that the Owner may have under the Contract Conditions.

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.3 Warranty Period for Altro Stronghold 30 shall be 10 years commencing on date of Substantial Completion.

1.12 EXTRA MATERIALS

.1 Provide extra materials of resilient sheet flooring and adhesives in accordance with Section 01780 - Closeout Submittals.

.2 Provide [______] m2 ([_______] sqft) of each colour, pattern and type flooring material required for project for maintenance use.

.3 Provide [______] m2 ([_______] sqft) of extra materials in one piece and from same production run as installed materials.

.4 Clearly identify each roll of sheet flooring and each container of adhesive.

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.5 Deliver to Consultant, upon completion of the work of this section and store where directed.

2 PRODUCTS

**************************************************************************************************Specifier Note: For information on resilient sheet flooring and resilient sheet safety flooring refer to the Altro Architectural Binder or contact Altro directly to obtain information and assistance.**************************************************************************************************

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

.1 Altro

.1 CANADA: 6390 Kestrel Rd, Mississauga, ON, L5T 1Z3 Toll Free: 800.565.4658 Tel: 905.564.1330 Fax: 905.564.0750

.2 EASTERN USA: 224 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem PA 18020 Toll Free: 800.377.5597 Tel: 610.746.4324 Fax:

610.746.4325

.3 WESTERN USA: 467 Forbes Boulevard, South San Francisco CA 94080 Toll Free: 800.941.1696 Tel: 650.941.2961 Fax: 650.941.2961

.4 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.altrofloors.com.

2.2 SAFETY FLOORING

**************************************************************************************************Specifier Note: Altro safety flooring is a combination of high quality vinyl content, aluminum oxide and colored quartz grains throughout the thickness, silicon carbide grains in the surface layer and a non-woven polyester/cellulose backing with glass fiber reinforcement. All Altro safety flooring meets the requirements of ASTM F1303, Type 2, Grade 1, Class A backing. A bacteriostat is incorporated in the flooring to give the exposed surface excellent antibacterial activity and protection against fungal activity.

Specifier Note: All imperial dimensions are approximate. Products are manufactured to exact metric standards.**************************************************************************************************

.1 Slip Resistant Sheet Vinyl: To ASTM F1303, Type 2, Grade 1, sheet vinyl flooring with moisture resistant backing Class A. Static coefficient of slip resistance in excess of 0.6 when tested in accordance with ASTM D2047, AltroSan™ integrated bacteriostat, colour selected by Consultant.

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.1 Acceptable material: Altro Stronghold 30 (measurements and product weights given below are approximate): .1 K3001 Abyss: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6'

7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0.92.

.2 K3010 Dolphin: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.3 K30262 Russet: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.4 K30332 Skyline: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.5 K30421 Midnight: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.6 K30500 Tundra: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.7 K30907 Biscuit: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

.8 K30910 Lagoon: Thickness: 3 mm (0.12”); Roll Width: 2 m (6' 7"); Roll Length: 15 m (49'); Roll Weight: 130 kg (286 lb); Slip Resistance (Dry): 0. 92.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

.1 Vinyl welding rod: Acceptable material:.1 Altro weld rod

.2 Cove former: Acceptable material, sized to suit application:.1 Altro Cove former [20R - 24 mm (1") radius] [38R - 45 mm (1.75")

radius].

.3 Gulley edge: Acceptable material, vinyl, sized to suit application:.1 Altro Gulley Edge [GE 35/25] [GE 35RE] [GE 25RE].

.4 Cap strip: Acceptable material, sized to suit application, [Vinyl] [stainless steel]:.1 Altro Cap Strip [C4] [C7] [C8] [C11].

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.5 Joint cover strip: Acceptable material, vinyl, sized to suit application:.1 Altro Joint Cover Strip [JCS75/20] [JCS50/20] [EJC75/32].

.6 Acrylic Adhesive: For dry areas with no spillage, use Compass 1000, a one-part, water-based, acrylic adhesive, or approved alternative.

.7 Polyurethane Adhesive: For areas subjected to spillage, extreme temperature changes or heavy rolling loads, use Altrofix 30 or 300, a two-part resin-based polyurethane adhesive.

.8 Subfloor Filler and Leveler: Use only grey Portland cement-based underlayments, and patching compounds. Use for filling cracks, holes or leveling. White gypsum materials are not acceptable. Contact Altro for more information and recommendations.

.9 Metal edge strips: Aluminum extruded, smooth, [mill finish] stainless steel with lip to extend under floor finish, shoulder flush with top of adjacent floor finish.

2.4 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

.1 Source Quality: Obtain safety flooring products from a single manufacturer.

3 EXECUTION

3.1 MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS

.1 Compliance: Comply with manufacturer’s product data, including product technical bulletins, product catalog, installation instructions and product packaging instructions for installation.

3.2 EXAMINATION

.1 Site Verification of Conditions: Verify substrate conditions, which have been previously installed under other sections, are acceptable for product installation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3.3 SUBFLOOR PREPARATION

.1 Remove ridges and bumps.

.2 Apply subfloor filler to low spots and cracks to achieve floor level to a tolerance of 1:1000, allow to cure. Never install Altro flooring over gypsum-based toppings, underlayments, leveling or patching compounds.

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.3 Meet ASTM F710 Standard for Concrete or other monolithic floors / ASTM F1482 Standard for Wood Subfloors.

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.4 Prepare and seal porous and powdery concrete surfaces in accordance with flooring manufacturer’s written instructions.

.5 Ensure concrete slopes to drains and other floor sinks.

.6 Remove dust, old adhesive, paint, dirt, wax, sealer and foreign matter from existing surfaces.

3.4 PREPARATION

.1 Safety flooring shall be installed over subfloors conforming to ASTM F710 for concrete and other monolithic floors or ASTM F1482 for wood subfloors.

.2 Maintain air temperature and structural base temperature at flooring installation area between 18C (65F) and 26C (80F) for 48 hours before, during and 24 hours after installation.

.3 Perform moisture tests on concrete floors regardless of the age or grade level. Verify concrete substrate is dry in accordance with the RFCI Industry Standards Slab Moisture Test Method (Calcium Chloride Method), in strict accordance with instructions.

.4 Perform moisture condition test in each major area. A minimum of 1 test per 93 m2 (1000 sqft), prior to installation. Moisture emissions from concrete subfloors must not exceed 1.4 kg per 93 m2 per 24 hours (3 lbs per 1000sf per 24 hours) for acrylic adhesive and polyurethane adhesive via the Calcium Chloride Test Method (ASTM F1869). If subfloor moisture exceeds the allowable maximum for installing Altro flooring, please call your local Altro distributor for advice.

.5 Conduct moisture tests around room perimeter, at columns and where moisture may be evident.

.6 Perform alkali tests to ensure pH levels of concrete subfloor surface do not exceed pH 9.9. Concrete must be neutralized if above pH 9.9.

.7 Do not proceed with work until results of moisture condition and/or pH

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tests are acceptable.

.8 Wood subfloors shall not exceed 10% moisture content when measured with a Delmhorst Wood Moisture Tester.

.9 Underlayment and Patching Compounds: Use only grey colored Portland cement based underlayments; patching compounds are used for filling cracks, holes and leveling. White gypsum materials are not acceptable.

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3.5 INSTALLATION

.1 Safety Flooring Installation: Install Altro safety flooring in accordance with the current published Altro Installation Guide. Seams shall be heat welded with Altro Weldrod™ only. Failure to install Altro safety flooring in accordance with recommended procedures will void the Altro Limited Product Warranty.

.2 Drains: Fit Altro safety flooring and mechanically fasten to drain outlets to ensure a permanent, watertight installation..1 New Round Drains: Install round flash clamping ring type drains to

accommodate Altro safety flooring. Install drains to fit flush with surrounding floor surface. Acceptable drain manufacturers and drain types include Wade FC-1100. Please refer to Altro’s current Installation Guide for approved drain manufacturers and styles.

**************************************************************************************************Specifier Note: Refer to Altro current Installation Guide for drain manufacturers and styles that have been approved for use with Altro safety flooring.**************************************************************************************************

.2 Existing Drains: When existing drains are to be used, provide mechanically fastened stainless steel drain rings over all-round drain outlets. Fit rings over slip resistant sheet vinyl and permit inside diameter that will allow clean-out plate to be removed after installation. Drill into concrete to accommodate lead or plastic anchors. Screw drain rings to create a tight seal with beveled head stainless steel screws.

.3 Square and Rectangular Drains and Floor Sinks: Install Altro Gully Edge GE25RE or GE35RE around perimeter of drain which has been set in concrete in accordance with Altro Installation Guide. Do not use Altro Gully Edge around drains set in wood floors. Provide stainless steel strips, mechanically fastened with stainless steel

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screws. Use stainless steel strips in other areas where it is not practical to use Altro Gully Edge.

.3 Coved Installation: Where Altro safety flooring is coved up wall surfaces and other abutments, installation shall be in accordance with Altro safety flooring Installation Guide using the following accessories:.1 At standard wall finishes: Use Altro C7 vinyl cap strip to

accommodate sheet vinyl to a height as indicated; adhere with contact adhesive.

.2 At ceramic tile, Altro Whiterock semi-rigid wall cladding or FRP paneling: Use Altro C8 Vinyl Captile Strip.

.3 At 19 mm (3/4") radius coving at juncture of vertical and horizontal surfaces: Use Altro Vinyl Cove Former 20R: install with contact adhesive.

.4 At 38 mm (1-1/2") radius coving at juncture of vertical and horizontal surfaces: Use Altro Vinyl Cove Former 38R: install with contact adhesive.

.5 Top set cove base: Install in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

.6 Reducer strip: Reducer strip GE25RE/GE35RE where Altro safety flooring will not adjoin other materials and surfaces.

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3.6 FIELD QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

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.1 Manufacturer’s Field Services: Upon Owner’s request, provide manufacturer’s field service consisting of product use recommendations and periodic site visits for inspection of product installation procedures..1 Site Visits: [Specify number and duration of periodic site visits].

3.7 CLEANING

**************************************************************************************************Specifier Note: Altro safety flooring is unaffected by surface water and most chemicals which do not have a solvent action on vinyl. Certain organic solvents and

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chemicals, including asphalt, can cause staining. Acids and dyes may affect the color, which should be selected accordingly. Contact Altro for information about the effect of chemicals on Altro safety flooring.**************************************************************************************************

.1 Cleaning: Remove temporary coverings and protection of adjacent work areas..1 Repair or replace damaged installed products..2 Clean installed products in accordance with manufacturer’s

instructions prior to Owner’s acceptance.

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.3 Remove construction debris from project site and legally dispose of debris.

3.8 PROTECTION

.1 Cover and protect finished installation from damage from other trades using a non-staining, temporary floor protection system, such as a reusable textured plastic sheeting.

.2 Protection:.1 Protect the newly installed flooring from foot traffic for 24 hours and

heavy rolling traffic for 72 hours..2 Protect installed product and finish surfaces from damage during

construction in accordance with section 01760 - Protecting Installed Construction.

END OF SECTION