Healthier Choice FOUNDATION Commercial Carpet Cushion - Manual

Double Glue Installation Guidelines Page 1
DOUBLE-GLUE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
for FOUNDATION Contract Carpet Cushion By Healthier Choice
SUMMARY
The double-glue installation method is a standard approach to cushioned carpet in the commercial setting. The process
involves adhering the cushion to the floor, followed by adhering the carpet to the installed cushion. In both steps, only
adhesives identified by the adhesive manufacturer as appropriate for double-glue installations are used. The double-glue
method allows for a choice of cushion and the ability to accommodate most flooring configurations, while providing the
ergonomic and carpet life-extending benefits for which the cushion has been designed. Healthier Choice offers several
products listed below that have been specifically designed for double-glue installation. Conformance to recommendations
is necessary to ensure long-term installation performance. The double-glue method of installation is appropriate in most
commercial settings, small or large.
Carpet installation should be performed by professional installers with specific training in commercial carpet installation. Many
installers are certified by the International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association (Master or C-II), are members of the
Floor Covering Installation Contractors Association (FCICA), or are employed by floor covering contractors certified by the
Floor Covering Installation Board (FCIB).
Additional information relevant to the installation of commercial carpet can be found in “CRI 104 - STANDARD FOR
INSTALLATION SPECIFICATION OF COMMERCIAL CARPET” published by the Carpet and Rug Institute.
NOTE: Not every carpet, backing or adhesive is suitable for double-glue application.
Confirm suitability of carpet and adhesive choice with the respective manufacturer.
CUSHION CHOICE
The starting point in commercial applications is choosing an appropriate commercial carpet cushion for a particular application.
Each of the Healthier Choice commercial cushions listed below has been designed for commercial double-glue applications.
PRODUCT DENSITY
(LBS/CU. FT.)
THICKNESS
(INCHES)
FOUNDATION HT 16 0.175”
FOUNDATION SE 12 0.250 (1/4”)
FOUNDATION XP 16 0.250 (1/4”)
PRE-INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
• In double-glue installations over new or existing concrete slabs, the potential for installation
performance problems exists if excess moisture or alkalinity is present. These conditions
can degrade the adhesive over time. Prior to installing over a concrete slab, always confirm
that moisture and alkalinity are within acceptable limits. A calcium chloride moisture test kit
for this purpose is commonly available from installation product suppliers. With careful use,
this test will produce reliable results. Note that proper planning is critical as the test
requires 60-72 hours to conduct.
Physical properties subject to +/- 7% manufacturing tolerance
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