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GENERAL INFORMATION

General installation methods are designed to simplify the installation process by allowing the best method to be utilized 

for each jobsite depending on conditions and use. In the residential and commercial application these options are loose 

laid, releasable bond, and permanent bond. See page 

for recommended use chart.  

These instructions cover all installation methods of Mannington Residential and Commercial 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

.  

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 

at manningtoncommercial.com. These instructions and recommendations must be followed for a satisfactory installation.

The installation of Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 is straight forward and similar to the installation procedures that apply to all 

quality resilient fiberglass backed sheet floors. Good preparation is essential for a trouble-free installation. Do not install 

Mannington resilient flooring 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. 

Documentation of Moisture and pH test results is required when processing claims.

• Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 is recommended for use over properly prepared concrete, suspended wood, metal and

other suitable substrates. Never install Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 over residual asphalt type (Cutback) adhesive as

“Bleed Through” may occur.

• Mannington

 Insight

®

 Plus GB 

can be used with radiant heating systems (maximum subfloor surface temperature of 85° F).

• Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 is not suitable for external installation or unheated locations.

• Mannington resilient flooring, adhesive, jobsite and subfloor must be acclimated to a stable condition before installation.

• Following installation, Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 should be protected from traffic for 24 hours, point loads and

rolling traffic for 48 hours when the pressure sensitive and permanent bond methods are used.

• Mannington 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 flooring should remain at a temperature between 55°-85° F (13°-27° C) during its service life.

• Always follow other manufacturers’ written recommendations when using their proprietary materials for subfloor

preparation.

MATERIAL RECEIVING, HANDLING & STORAGE

1. Always store 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

 tightly rolled, face out on a sturdy cardboard core designed for that purpose. Store the

roll horizontally and support it across the entire width. Notice the Insight

®

 Plus GB printed pattern backing provides

important information such as product name and run date. Before starting the job, always check the flooring materials

to ensure they are the correct pattern, style, and color. Also make the sure the size and amount of the products are

sufficient to complete the installation. Inspect the material closely before installation for any visible defects.

Mannington Flooring products are manufactured to high quality standards and are carefully inspected before leaving

our facility. Occasionally, however, defects are not detected. If you notice a visible defect in the flooring product,

stop the installation and contact your local Mannington Distributor for assistance.

2. Report discrepancies immediately to Mannington Customer Service at 1-800-356-6787 (residential) 1-800-241-2262 EXT 2 

(commercial) Claims for installation of products installed with visual defects or incorrect style will not be honored.

3. Store all materials in a weather-tight enclosure between 55°-90° F (13°-32° C).

4.  Acclimate flooring, adhesive 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. Temporary heating and cooling should be used

if permanent HVAC is not operational.

JOBSITE TESTING

1.  Before jobsite testing, the house/building envelope must be sealed (walls, roofing, windows, doorways etc., installed).

2.  Anticipated environmental conditions must be maintained at 75°F +/- 10°F (24°C +/- 6°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 1/8” in 10 ft (3 mm in 3 m). To check flatness, place a

10 ft straight edge on the surface and measure the gap or use another suitable method.

5. Concrete Subfloors:

a.  Concrete subfloors must be finished and cured without additives, curing compounds, hardeners or surface

treatments that may prevent proper bonding of the flooring materials (ACI 302.1 and ASTM F710).

Choices that Work.

Questions about warranties? call 800 241 2262 or visit www.manningtoncommercial.com 

July, 2015 

Insight

®

 Plus GB

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Страница 1: ...materials for subfloor preparation MATERIAL RECEIVING HANDLING STORAGE 1 Always store Insight Plus GB tightly rolled face out on a sturdy cardboard core designed for that purpose Store the roll horizo...

Страница 2: ...can Corp 757 425 1206 www koesterusa com Mapei 800 426 2734 www mapei com Uzin Ltd 800 505 4810 www ufloorsystems com SUBFLOOR PREPARATION Concrete Careful subfloor preparation is vital for an excelle...

Страница 3: ...ess Have a written warranty for suitability and performance from the panel manufacturer or have a history of proven performance e Any unevenness at the joints between panels must be sanded to a level...

Страница 4: ...placing the Insight Plus GB into the wet tacky MT 711 adhesive with a 1 16 x1 32 x1 32 notched trowel the substrate must be smooth and have sufficient porosity to receive the adhesive For wood substr...

Страница 5: ...o the adhesive to eliminate trapping air Do not drop or flop the material into the adhesive Using a 50 lb or heavier three section floor roller roll the material in both directions starting in the mid...

Страница 6: ...n determining the direction of sheet or fill piece if needed REVERSE METHOD Reverse Sheets for Seaming means turning the second sheet 180 to the first sheet To determine the amount of additional mater...

Страница 7: ...ong the length of the seam You must apply seam sealer into the seam cut and leave a bead of sealer approximately 1 8 wide centered on the seam Remember it is crucial that the seam sealer be applied to...

Страница 8: ...deep If the Insight Plus GB was installed FULLY ADHERED apply a thin layer of MT 711 to the back of the repair piece and place into position Roll with a hand roller Apply MLG 33 seam sealer Protect f...

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