Specs & Code



We had a formulation change in November 2019. Please order a sample and enough flooring for your entire project to ensure proper dye-lot matches. 

Specifications and Code Information 

Coverage:  9 S/FT

S/YD:  1 per S/YD

PROPRIETARY PRODUCT

Fiberglass reinforced for stability and a polyurethane reinforced finish makes this product durable and easy to maintain.

Recommended areas for use: Commercial & Residential

PRODUCT DETAILS

  •   Construction: Urethane Topcoat Sealed (Low Gloss)

  •   Overall thickness: 0.100” (2.54 mm)

  •   Wear Layer Thickness: 0.014” (0.36 mm)

  •   Widths: 12’ & 8'

  •   Maximum Roll Size: 113 SY (94 m2)

  •   Weight per Square Yard: 3.41 (1.55 kg)

 

PRODUCT PERFORMANCE AND TECHNICAL DATA

  1. 3.1.  Sheet Material: ASTM F 1303, Type I, Grade 2, Class C

  2. 3.2.  Flooring Radiant Panel: ASTM E648, >0.45 W/cm2

  3. 3.3.  Smoke: ASTM E662, <450

  4. 3.4.  HUD/FHA Minimum Property Standards:

    Meets Wearlayer Thickness

  5. 3.6.  Asthma and Allergy Certified: (ASR-1155-03)

  •   Installation System: Loose Lay or Full Spread.

  •   Maintain the work area, flooring and adhesive between

    55° F and 95° F (12.8°C - 35°C) for 48 hours before, during and after installation. Maintain relative humidity between 40% and 70%.

  •   Installations subjected to heavy traffic, caster action or requiring net fit must be fully adhered using pressure sensitive adhesive. 

  •   Seal and protect seams from all traffic for a minimum of 3 hours.


ADHESIVE
Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive for fiberglass backing
Releasable - Medium Nap Roller
Permanent - 1/32” x 1/16” x 1/32” trowel
Non-porous: 1/32” x 1/16” x 1/32” U-notch Porous/Non-porous: Medium Nap Roller


SEAM METHOD
SEAM SEALER low gloss

INSTALL TYPE
Recommended full spread with releasable, pressure sensitive adhesive for fiberglass backing or loose-lay option

COLOR/PATTERN
True black/True white; (no marbleizing). Checkered 9"pattern. 18"x18" reversible.

SEAM SEALER:  Flex seam sealer, low-gloss available on our home page.

Product Notes:

  • SuperGuard Stain Shield for ultimate stain, scuff and scratch resistance and ease of maintenance/easy to clean
  • QuickClean wear layer repels dirt and grime and resists cuts, dents, scrapes and scratches
  • Moisture and mildew-resistant
  • Flexible and dimensionally stable; lays flat with no expansion, contraction, cracking or curling
  • Easy to install; faster and less expensive with minimal sub-floor/underlayment preparation
  • Install with a fully-releasable pressure sensitive adhesive for fiberglass backings; when seams are required, install with a flex seam sealer.
  • Releasable installation makes the floor easy to repair and replace

COMPARE OUR Fiberglass Vinyl Backing vs. Felt-Backed Vinyl

The backing of our flooring is made with fiberglass fibers which are very pliable.
The uppermost layers of both fiberglass vinyl and felt-backed vinyl are similar – with different performance levels of our top urethane layer that resists stains, scuffs, and scratches. Traditional felt-backed vinyl requires permanent glue to adhere to the subfloor, while fiberglass backing is installed as a loose lay or full lay – meaning you use a releasable pressure-sensitive glue (or no glue in some instances) that is not permanent and can be pulled up and laid back down if necessary. Also, the unique qualities of fiberglass enable the vinyl floor to lay flat without curling at the edges or buckling. Felt floors will curl at the edges, unless they are secured with a permanent adhesive. Fiberglass vinyl floors can be installed on grade or below grade anywhere in your home. They’re particularly recommended for basements that can experience dampness. Another important feature related to backing is dimensional stability. Fiberglass vinyl won’t shrink, warp, or change size after exposure to wetness, or crack after repeated handling.

Loose-Lay Offers Design Flexibility

A loose-lay installation opens up many decorating options. It also makes it easier to install a new floor yourself if you’re a DIYer – and it allows you the freedom to change out your floor more frequently.