SynSisal® Installation Guide
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
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Induction Course
Retailers and Flooring Contractors:
Please ensure your installer completes the SynSisal Induction Course before undertaking any installation to ensure all warranties are protected.
KEY STEPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL INSTALLATION
1.
Acclimatise
For 24 hrs on site before installation
- Please remove plastic wrap beforehand
- Do not install where substrate temp is under 15°C
- Do not install where ambient humidity (RH) levels > 75%
- Minimum 48 hours in controlled environment ahead of installation, for the duration of the
installation and 48 hours post installation.
2.
Use the correct adhesive
SynSisal® ROLL & RUGS
DIRECT STICK:
Adhesive: SynSisal S340
SynSisal® to Substrate – V2 (2.4mm) notched trowel (3m² p/ltre)
DUAL BOND:
Adhesive: SynSisal S340
Underlay to substrate – V1 (1.6mm) notched trowel (5m² /L)
SynSisal to Underlay – V2 (2.4mm) notched trowel (3m² /L)
Underlays:
- Airstep BOUNCE 470 – 4.7mm
- Airstep BOUNCE 650 – 6.5mm (Domestic only)
* Please note: Gibbon Architectural does not supply underlays.
3.
Allow enough time
Do not lay in wet.
Adhesive must achieve tack-off / tack-up.
Time will be dependent on temperature, humidity, airflow and substrate absorbency.
- SynSisal S340 – Carpet ROLL
- Place a small piece of carpet or finger into the adhesive.
- When pulled away, strings or cobwebs should be apparent.
4.
Upon Completion
Do not cover with impervious materials.
Temporary Protection:
Caution:— If impervious protective covering materials are applied over the newly installed product, condensation may collect and cause serious damage to the floor covering and/or bond strength of the floor covering to the substrate. (AS/NZS:2455.1:2019). This will void manufacturer’s warranty.
For Installation Enquiries
For any installation queries, please contact us at the following.
+61 7 3881 1777 (Option #2)