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	SECTION 09627
	LAMINATE FLOORING
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Pergo Inc.; Laminate Flooring products. . This section is based on the products of Pergo Inc., which is located at: 3128 Highwoods Blvd. Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27604 Toll Free Tel: 800-33-PERGO Tel: 919-773-6000 Email: request info Web: www.pergo.com [ Click Here ] for additional information. PergoŽ is the world's most recognized and trusted flooring brand. We invented the category over 30 years ago and continue to innovate with around 500 patents and pending patent applications throughout the world. With operations and sales in North America, Europe and Asia, Pergo is dedicated to creating high quality laminate flooring with fashion forward designs and leading technologies. In addition to its successful laminate products, Pergo introduced a premium hardwood product into the US market beginning in 2004. Throughout North America, consumers can find Pergo products at leading home improvement stores and more than 5,000 independent specialty retailers. In Europe, the products are sold to a variety of residential and commercial consumers via flooring and paint stores, wholesalers and various home improvement chains.
	PART 1	GENERAL
	1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
		A.	Laminate Flooring.
		B.	Cushion.
		C.	Vapor Barrier.
		D.	Molding and Trim.
		E.	Accessories.
	1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
		A.	Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete:Finishing and curing of concrete slabs.
		B.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Wood substrates.
		C.	Section 07100 - Waterproofing: Waterproofing membranes.
	1.3	REFERENCES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
		A.	ASTM F 1869 - Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.
		B.	NALFA LF 01-2008 - North American Laminate Floor Association, Laminate Flooring Specifications and Test Methods.
		C.	EN - European Standards.
		D.	ISO 105-B02 - Textiles; Tests for Color Fastness.
	1.4	DESIGN / PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
		A.	Laminate Performance Standards: Decorative laminate flooring shall conform with the following:
			1.	Static Load / Static Indentation
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.1.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: Less or equal to 8 MPa (1160 psi).
				c.	EN Method: EN 433.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: No visible change.
			2.	Thickness Swell
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.2.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: Greater than or equal to 12 percent.
				c.	EN Method: EN 13329 Annex G.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: Greater than or equal to 18 percent
			3.	Light Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.3
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: No more than slight effect
			4.	Lightfastness
				a.	EN Method: EN Method : EN ISO 105-B02.
				b.	Blue Wool Scale: Less than 6.
				c.	EN 20105-A02
				d.	Grey Scale: Less than 4.
			5.	Cleanability / Stain Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.4.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: Score, less than 20. No more than slight effect.
				c.	EN Method: EN 438.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: Groups 1 & 2: 5 - Group 3: 4.
			6.	Large Ball Impact Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.5.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: Less than 1400 mm (55.1 inches).
			7.	Small Ball Impact Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.6.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: Less than 500 mm (19.7 inches).
			8.	Impact resistance
				a.	EN Method: EN 13329 Annex F.
				b.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: IC3.
			9.	Wear Resistance / Abrasion Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.7.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: IP Less than 6,000 cycles.
				c.	EN Method: EN 13329 Annex E.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: Less than 6,000 revs, AC5.
			10.	Caster Chair Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.9.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: 35,000 cycles no effect.
				c.	EN Method: EN 425.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: Less than 25,000 revs.
			11.	Surface Bonding / Surface Soundness
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.10.
				b.	Heavy Commercial NALFA Class 4: 1.5 N/mm2.
				c.	EN Method: EN 13329 Annex D.
				d.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: 1.00 N/mm2.
			12.	Resistance to Cigarette Burns
				a.	EN Method: EN 438.
				b.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: Rating: Less than 4.
			13.	Effect of a Furniture Leg.
				a.	EN Method: EN 424.
				b.	Heavy Commercial EN Class 33: No damage or visible change.
	1.5	SUBMITTALS
		A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
		B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
			1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
			2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
			3.	Installation methods.
		C.	Shop Drawings: Installation details including location and layout of each type of flooring and accessory. Include layout data for each location with consideration for expansion control.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete selection samples if colors have already been selected.
		D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
		E.	Verification Samples: For each finish product specified, two samples, minimum size 6 inches (150 mm) square, representing actual product, color, and patterns.
		F.	Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.
		G.	Closeout Submittals: Provide manufacturer's maintenance instructions that include recommendations for periodic cleaning and maintenance.
	1.6	QUALITY ASSURANCE
		A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with minimum ten years documented experience.
		B.	Installer Qualifications: Installer experienced in installation or application of systems similar in complexity to those required for this project, including specific requirements indicated.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.
		C.	Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques, application workmanship and requirements for expansion control.
			1.	Finish 10 feet by 10 feet (3 mm by 3 mm) area, including typical field and edge conditions.
			2.	Locate in area designated by Architect.
			3.	Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship, color, and sheen are approved by Architect.
			4.	Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
			5.	Maintain mock-up as a standard of quality for the work of this Section.
	1.7	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
		A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
		B.	Protect materials from exposure to moisture. Do not deliver until after wet work is complete and dry.
		C.	Store materials in a flat in a dry, warm, ventilated and weathertight location.
		D.	Protect flooring products from damage.
	1.8	SEQUENCING
		A.	Ensure that floor layouts and other information required for installation of products of this section are furnished to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
		B.	Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
	1.9	PROJECT CONDITIONS
		A.	Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
		B.	Spaces must be enclosed and dry with normal design humidity levels and temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees F (18 and 29 degrees C) for a minimum of 48 hours before, during and 48 hours after installation of finished flooring. After installation, maintain design humidity and temperature levels.
		C.	Do not install or use this product where humidity is routinely less than 30 percent or greater than 90 percent.
	1.10	WARRANTY
		A.	Provide manufacturer's standard non-proated 15 year commercial warranty for wear through, stain, and fade.
	1.11	EXTRA MATERIALS
		A.	See Section 01600 - Product Requirements, for additional provisions.
		B.	Deliver extra materials for Owner's use in maintenance as follows.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options below not required; enter percentage or discrete number to be supplied.
			1.	Decorative Laminate: An amount equal to 1 percent of quantity installed for each pattern and color indicated.
			2.	Aluminum End molding and T - molding: Two full lengths of each type specified.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Pergo Inc., which is located at: 3128 Highwoods Blvd. Suite 100 ; Raleigh, NC 27604; Toll Free Tel: 800-33-PERGO; Tel: 919-773-6000; Email: request info; Web: www.pergo.com
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
		B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
		C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.
	2.2	COMPONENTS
		A.	Decorative Laminate Flooring. Pergo Commercial Pro Composite panel consisting of a laminate surface and a laminate balancing backer pressed to high density fiberboard (HDF) core with moisture resistant adhesive.
			1.	Referenced 8 inch (203 mm) wide Planks measuring 1205.5 mm by 192.5 mm by 10 mm. Color as selected by the Architect from the manufacturers standard colors.
			2.	Referenced 5 inch (127 mm) wide Planks measuring 1216.8 mm by 125 mm by 10 mm. Color as selected by the Architect from the manufacturers standard colors.
		B.	Cushion: Pergo Silent Step: is a two-ply construction laminate underlayment consisting of a non-woven substrate and a mechanically frothed styrene-butadiene rubber. Foam underlayment must meet or exceed 2.0 lb polyethylene foam (1.9-2 lb density), CFC Free, 1.8 mm to 2.1 mm thickness.
		C.	Vapor Barrier: Pergo MoistureBloc: is a 6 mil (0.15 mm) 100 percent virgin resin polyethylene roll material.
		D.	Molding and Trim:
			1.	Expansion (T-Molding): Pergo Pro T-Molding 2.4 inches wide by 92.5 inches long (60 mm wide by 2350 mm long) with aluminum core and coordinating laminated wrapped surface. Provide for use in doorways or thresholds to join two areas of like height flooring.
			2.	Transition (Reducer Molding): Pergo Pro Reducer Strip 3.0 inches wide by 92.5 inches long (75 mm wide by 2350 mm long) with aluminum core and coordinating laminated wrapped surface. Provide for use in joining laminate flooring to other flooring materials of varying heights.
		E.	Accessories:
			1.	Flooring Spacers: Maintain spacing between flooring and walls or other perimeter vertical surfaces.
			2.	Silicone Sealant: Use 100 percent silicone sealant to seal gaps, around metal door frames and flooring edges and in areas where moisture may be present.
	PART 3	EXECUTION
	3.1	EXAMINATION
		A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
		B.	Verify that surfaces to receive laminate flooring are smooth, flat and sound.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following three paragraphs as required for the project and delete the paragraph(s) not required.
		C.	Verify concrete slabs and terrazzo substrates are dry according to ASTM F 1869 with maximum moisture emission rate of 5 pounds (2.3k) per 1000 SF (93sm) per 24 hours. The use of a Tramex moisture meter or other acceptable method is recommended for verifying moisture readings.
		D.	Verify wood subfloor is properly secured, smooth and flat. Moisture readings of wood subfloors must not exceed 14 percent throughout the entire installation. The use of a Tramex moisture meter or other acceptable method is recommended for verifying moisture readings.
		E.	Verify required floor mounted utilities are in proper location.
		F.	Verify laminate flooring has been acclimated to ambient temperatures, and acclimation and ambient temperatures are in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		G.	If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
	3.2	PREPARATION
		A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
		B.	Concrete slabs: Grind high spots and fill low spots to provide a maximum 3/16 inch (5 mm) deviation in any direction when checked with a 10 foot (3 m) straight edge.
		C.	Wood Subfloors: Fill voids to provide a maximum 3/16 inch (5 mm) deviation in any direction when checked with a 10 foot (3 m) straight edge.
		D.	Vinyl Substrate: Verify vinyl is tightly fastened to subfloor. Vinyl shall be smooth, flat and clean. Fill voids to provide a maximum 1/8 inch (3 mm) deviation in any direction when checked with a 10 foot (3 m) straight edge.
		E.	Remove wood floors on concrete subfloor prior to installation.
		F.	Remove carpeting on subfloor prior to installation.
		G.	If a leveling compound is used to level subfloor, material must be fully cured and dry as specified for the applicable substrate prior to starting installation. The use of a Tramex moisture meter or other acceptable method is recommended for verifying moisture readings.
		H.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
		I.	Allow unopened cartons of planks to remain in the room where they are to be installed at least 48 hours (96 hours in drier or very humid climates) prior to installation.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** When fastening fixtures to Pergo Commercial Pro, the anchoring bolts or fasteners must have the same expansion space (1/4 -1/2 inch ) around each bolt or fastener as required at walls, pillars, pipes and other fixed objects.
	3.3	UNDERLAYMENT INSTALLATION
		A.	Install Pergo Silent Step in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Butt the Pergo Silent Step edges together, but not overlap.
		B.	Provide Pergo MoistureBloc vapor barrier for installations over concrete subfloors. Overlap Pergo MoistureBloc 8 inches (200 mm) at all connecting edges.
	3.4	LAMINATE INSTALLATION
		A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
		B.	Install flooring planks parallel to the long direction of the room. Verify strip flooring direction with Architect before starting installation.
		C.	Install flooring symmetrically about room center line unless otherwise indicated. Lay planks from left to right.
		D.	Stagger end joint locations a minimum of 12 inches (250-300 mm).
		E.	Fit flooring neatly to vertical interruptions. Follow shape of interrupting item when joint will remain exposed and maintain 1/4 inch (6 mm) expansion space.
		F.	Install divider strips where flooring terminates at centerline of doors and adjacent to other materials or unfinished floor areas.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Note that Pergo Commercial Pro may be extended to 66 feet by 66 feet without having to break for expansion.
		G.	Expansion Space: Provide expansion space at walls and other vertical interruptions and terminations of flooring of not less than 1/4 inch (6 mm), unless otherwise indicated on Drawings. In larger areas a 1/2 inch (12 mm) expansion space is required
		H.	Door Frames:
			1.	Undercut wood door frames and allow for 1/4 inch minimum (6 mm) expansion clearance.
			2.	Do not undercut metal door frames, cut floor panels to fit around frames. Provide 3/16 inch (5 mm) expansion space and fill with color-matched perimeter sealant.
			3.	Provide transitions at interior metal door applications.
		I.	Pipe Holes, Fixture Bolts, Fixture Anchors, Pillars, Fixed Objects:
			1.	Drill a hole in the flooring 1/2 inch (13 mm) larger than the pipe/anchor diameter to allow for movement.
			2.	For pipes/anchors located on the long side of a plank or very close to the edge of the tile, saw in toward the hole at 45 degree angle.
		J.	Molding and Trim:
			1.	Install moldings and trim in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
			2.	Adhere molding with construction mastic and/or mechanical when joining another flooring material.
			3.	Adhere transition and end cap to subfloor with construction mastic and/or mechanical fasteners.
			4.	Expansion Molding: Bond trim to subfloor. Connect lengths of Expansion together. Do not install over padding.
	3.5	PROTECTION
		A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
		B.	For glued installations prohibit traffic on floor finish for 24 hours after installation.
		C.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.
	3.6	SCHEDULES
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain Paragraph below if required to suit project requirements. Identify products by name on the Drawings or use this paragraph to define the location of each type of material to be used. The following are some examples of schedule references. Edit as required to suit project or delete and identify products on the Drawings.
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	END OF SECTION