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	SECTION 09627
	LAMINATE FLOORING
	Copyright 2014 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Pergo, LLC - Builder Division; Laminate Flooring products. This section is based on the products of Pergo, LLC - Builder Division, which is located at: 2000 Pergo Pkwy. Garner, NC 27529 Toll Free Tel: 866-525-2018 Fax: 866-349-0140 Email: request info Web: www.PergoBuilderDirect.com [ Click Here ] for additional information. PERGO® is the world's most recognized and trusted flooring brands. We invented the category over 30 years ago and continue to innovate with around 500 patents and pending patent applications throughout the world. 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.	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.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: Greater or equal to 6 MPa (870 psi).
			2.	Thickness Swell
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.2.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: Less than or equal to 16 percent.
			3.	Light Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.3
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: No more than slight effect
			4.	Cleanability / Stain Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.4.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: Score less than 20. No more than slight effect.
			5.	Large Ball Impact Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.5.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: Greater than 1000 mm (39.4 inches).
			6.	Small Ball Impact Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.6.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: Greater than 200 mm (7.9 inches).
			7.	Wear Resistance / Abrasion Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.7.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: IP Greater than or equal to 2,000 cycles.
			8.	Caster Chair Resistance
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.9.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: 25,000 cycles no effect.
			9.	Surface Bonding / Surface Soundness
				a.	NALFA Method: NALFA LF 01-2008 3.10.
				b.	Light Commercial NALFA Class 2: 1.25 N/mm2.
	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, dry, warm, ventilated and weather tight 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 between 35 to 60 percent RH a 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 60 percent.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the paragraph required for the product specified and delete the one not required.
	1.10	WARRANTY
		A.	Provide manufacturer's standard non-prorated 30 year limited residential warranty for wear through, stain, and fade for Accolade
		B.	Provide manufacturer's standard Lifetime limited residential warranty of wear through, stain and fade for Elegant Expressions.
	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. Change to 15 percent if installed on a diagonal.
			1.	Decorative Laminate: An amount equal to 10 percent of quantity installed for each pattern and color indicated.
			2.	Molding: 4-in-1 transition, quarter round, wallbase and stairnose moldings: An amount equal to 10 percent of quantity installed with a minimum of wo full lengths of each type specified.
	PART 2	PRODUCTS
	2.1	MANUFACTURERS
		A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Pergo, LLC - Builder Division, which is located at: 2000 Pergo Pkwy. ; Garner, NC 27529; Toll Free Tel: 866-525-2018; Fax: 866-349-0140; Email: request info; Web: www.PergoBuilderDirect.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 Builders Division laminate flooring consists of a laminate surface and a laminate balancing backer pressed to high density fiberboard (HDF) core with moisture resistant adhesive.
	** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one or more of the following paragraphs as required and delete those not required.
			1.	Accolade Collection:
				a.	Referenced 8 inch (203 mm) wide Planks measuring 1210.5 mm by 193.5 mm by 7.8 mm. Color as selected by the Architect from the manufacturers standard colors.
			2.	Elegant Expressions:
				a.	Referenced 5 inch (127 mm) wide Planks measuring 1210.5 mm by 136 mm by 9.6 mm. Color as selected by the Architect from the manufacturers standard colors.
		B.	Cushion: Pergo Soundbloc: is a Freon free polyethylene laminate underlayment. Foam underlayment must meet or exceed 2.0 lbs 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 (required for concrete subfloors only).
		D.	Molding and Trim:
			1.	Stairnose molding: SimpleSolutions stairnose molding, 2.4 inches wide by 78.7 inches long (60 mm wide by 2000 mm long) with high density fiberboard core and coordinating laminated wrapped surface. Provide for use on stairs or step-downs to finish front edge.
			2.	Transition molding (4-in-1 molding): SimpleSolutions 4-in-1 molding, 1.75 inches wide by .78.7 inches long (44.5 mm wide by 2000 mm long) with high density fiberboard core and coordinating laminated wrapped surface. Provide for use in joining laminate flooring to other flooring materials of varying heights.
			3.	Quarter round molding: SimpleSolutions quarter round molding, 0.75 inches wide by 94.5 inches long (19 mm wide by 2400 mm long) with medium density fiberboard core and coordinating foil wrapped surface. Provide for use to cover expansion gap around perimeter of room.
			4.	Wallbase molding: SimpleSolutions wallbase molding, 3.3 inches wide by 94.5 inches long (84 mm wide by 2400 mm long) with medium density fiberboard core and coordinating foil wrapped surface. Provide for use to cover intersection of wall and floor.
		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 flooring, 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.	Provide Pergo MoistureBloc vapor barrier for installations over concrete subfloors. Overlap Pergo MoistureBloc 8 inches (200 mm) at all connecting edges.
		B.	Install Soundbloc underlayment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Butt the edges together, but not overlap.
	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 (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 flooring 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 1/4 inch (6 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 plank, 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 in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
	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