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.
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.
Amtico QuickStix LVF
Installation
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VF Installation
Choices that Work.
For more information, please contact Mannington Technical Services at
800 241 2262 Ext. 3 or visit www.manningtoncommercial.com.
September, 2016
