NOTE: If the flooring contractor elects to install new floor covering over an existing floor covering, the flooring contractor
assumes all responsibility as to the suitability and continued performance of the existing floor covering. If removal of existing
resilient floor covering is required, follow all recommended Resilient Covering Flooring Institute (RFCI) work practices at
www.rfci.com. Please be aware that installing ColorFields Rubber Flooring over existing floor covering may reduce its excellent
indentation and wear resistance and will negate its warranty.
WARNING: Do not sand, dry sweep, dry scrape, drill, saw, bead blast, or mechanically chip or pulverize existing resilient flooring,
backing, lining felt, paint, asphaltic “cutback” adhesives, or other adhesives. These products may contain asbestos fibers or
crystalline silica. Avoid creating dust. Inhalation of such dust is a cancer and respiratory tract hazard. Smoking by individuals
exposed to asbestos fibers greatly increases the risk of serious bodily harm. Unless positively certain that the product is a
non-asbestos-containing material, you must presume it contains asbestos. Regulations may require that the material be tested to
determine asbestos content. The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) document “Recommended Work Practices for Removal
of Resilient Floor Coverings” should be consulted for a defined set of instructions addressed to the task of removing all resilient
floor covering structures. For more information visit the Resilient Floor Covering Institute at www.rfci.com.
PATCHING / LEVELING COMPOUNDS
The use of latex / Portland cement based trowelable patch or self-leveling products are recommended for repairing or leveling
concrete subfloors. The minimum psi rating developed should be a 3,500 pounds. Do not use gypsum or mineral based patching
compounds in commercial applications under any circumstances. The responsibility for a warranty and the performance of the
substrate patching and, or leveling products belongs to the concrete or cementitious patching material manufacturer and
the installer.
CUTTING AND FITTING
Mannington’s ColorFields Sheet Rubber Flooring is dynamic and flexible. It is easy to cut and fit. The installer can achieve good
results using freehand knifing techniques.
If the job site layout or general design is complex and requires a precise fit, use pattern-scribing techniques. The material may
also be fit using direct scribing techniques.
Before starting any installation, verify the product for type, size, thickness, color, visual imperfections or color variations and notify
Mannington of any apparent defects. No claims will be accepted after the material has been cut or installed.
Allow all adhesives and flooring materials to acclimate to job site temperature and humidity conditions prior to dry lay, fitting and
cutting.
To acclimate properly, Mannington ColorFields Rubber Flooring must be unrolled and allowed to relax for a minimum of 12 hours
in an ambient temperature range between 65°F and 85°F before proceeding with the installation.
• Unroll the rubber sheet flooring lengths in the same direction.
• Do not use the “reverse roll” method when laying out lengths of sheet rubber flooring.
• Cut the sheets to the required lengths.
Double Cutting the Colorfields Sheet Rubber Seams is not normally necessary. The Sheet Rubber rolls are manufactured with
precision cut edges on both sides of the roll. However, if job-site conditions, or design plans require custom layouts, use the
following recommendations.
• All seams are to be double-cut and must have a minimum 1 1/4 inch overlap.
• In places, some sheets may have a slight taper near the edge of the sheet.
• When present, tapered edges are to be on the bottom side of the overlap.
• To “double cut seams,” start with a long, true straight edge to be used as a guide.
• Position the straight edge about 1/2 inch from the top edge of the overlap.
• Use a straight blade utility knife. Hold the utility knife as vertical as possible.
• Double cut through the top sheet, and about 3/4 of the way through the bottom sheet.
• Remove material from the bottom cut by pulling it back, under itself, parallel to the cut.
• Double cut seams must have a close, gap free quality of cut without burrs or tears.
• Do not pressure fit poorly cut seams together for a “passable fit.”
Dry lay and “cut to fit” all material prior to adhesion. This includes all perimeters, casework, columns, doorways, et cetera, that
are contained within the space.
• Once the material has been fit, it is necessary to re-roll or “lap back” half of the sheet to expose the underfloor for
adhesive application.
• Take care when folding the material back. Always fold the material in a wide radius to avoid sharp kinks and creases,
which may cause breaks in the product.
ColorFields Smooth Rubber Sheet Flooring
Installation
ColorFields Smooth Rubber Sheet Flooring Installation
Choices that Work.
For more information, please contact Mannington Technical Services at
800 241 2262 Ext. 3 or visit www.manningtoncommercial.com.
Jan-2017
