CORK TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Table of Contents

DriTac Material Safety and Data Sheet
DriTac adhesive application instructions ( Trowel sizes , etc )
Installation Instructions
      - Base Subfloor Requirements
      - Tile Installation
Maintenance
Product Specifications - Designer and Classic Series  
Product Specifications - Traditional (Dodge) Cork

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION - CORK FLOOR TILE 
Traditional (Dodge)

 Cork floor tiles are manufactured in Portugal according to the requirements certified under DIN.

Federal Specification LLL-T-43 lb, Type H, class 1, and distributed by Gerbert Limited, 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, Pa 17601.

Physical Characteristics:

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION - CORK FLOOR TILE 
Designer and Classic Series

 Cork floor tiles are manufactured in Portugal according to the requirements certified under DIN.

Federal Specification LLL-T-43 lb, Type H, class 1, and distributed by Gerbert Limited, 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, Pa 17601.

Physical Characteristics:

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Maintenance of Urethane Finished Cork Floors

     Cork flooring tiles are available waxed or protected with a durable environmentally friendly urethane containing no formaldehyde.    For the urethane finish sweeping and mopping will be the usual maintenance. A few years down the road when the finish starts to wear off, lightly sand the floor and reapply a new coat of urethane. Your floor will last for many years. 

Waxed finish: Clean daily with dry or damp mop, occasionally using liquid solvent wax. For major cleaning on cork tile, use electric buffing with 00 steel wool discs, then apply lamb’s wool pads,

DriTac Adhesive Application Information

DriTac PREMIUM FLOORING ADHESIVE is the product of choice for professional flooring installations. Flooring contractors, installers, and architects find that DriTac 6200 premium Flooring Adhesive has superior tack, excellent bond strength, long open time and is ideal for commercial, residential and institutional applications.

 FEATURES:

•  ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE        •  COMPLIES WITH ALL V.0.C. REGULATIONS

• NO OZONE DEPLETING SOLVENTS    • WATER BASED

• 30 YEARS OF PROVEN PERFORMANCE    • LONG OPEN TIME   •   SPREADS EASILY

Benefits

•   Long open time   •   Dries to an aggressive tack

•   Superior ultimate bond   •   High resistance to moisture

‘• Translucent when dry   •   Pressure sensitive adhesive, will remain tacky when dry

•   Easy clean up  •   Spreads easily

General Characteristics

   The versatility of DriTac 6200 allows for flashed off or dry installations giving the installer great flexibility.

   DriTac 6200 spreads very easily. Expect little or no “grab” from the adhesive initially. As DriTac dries, it becomes increasingly tacky, ultimately producing a very aggressive grab. Working installation time is several hours if the adhesive surface is kept clean of dust, dir-! or anything that may hinder a good bonrk

   The time it takes DriTac 6200 to attain its aggressive grab will differ with temperature, humidity, moisture content of the subfloor and the trowel size used. At 70 F and 60% humidity it will take approx. 45 minutes to one hour for DriTac 6200 to become tacky.  Fans can be used to create air flow and speed up drying time. Do not allow construction dust to settle on the adhesive’s surface.

DriTac can be used to install over the following approved substrates                   

• Plywood     • A.P.A. standard underlayment particle board
• Terrazzo     • Existing vinyl tile flooring
• Concrete; above, on, or below grade                
•. Existing fully adhered, non-cushioned sheet vinyl
• Underlayment grade O.S.B.    

Subfloors Must meet these requirements

• All subfloors must be smooth, dry, clean, flat and free of dirt, grease, wax, paint, oil or anything that would hinder a good bond. Trisodiumphosphate (TSP) can be used to clean vinyl surfaces. Concrete subfloors not meeting this standard may be scoured with 3 1/2 open coat paper (20 grit) then vacuumed clean.

• When installing over existing hard surface floors, remove finish to allow a good mechanical bond.

• Do not install over old cutback petroleum adhesives, These must be removed completely or covered with a Portland cement leveling compound.

• Do not install cork flooring over gypsum based levelers.

•  Complete drying of leveling compounds is critical before installation, While cure time may only take a few hours, the complete drying time of these compounds can take 24 hours or more, Please read manufacturer’s instructions.

•  Radiant heated subfloors - Turn off heat in slab and jet it cool to room temperature, Turn the boiler back on after installation. Industry standards for radiant heated floors should be followed by restricting boiler from exceeding 110 f. and limiting the slab surface temperature to 85 f throughout the life of the floor.

• Epoxy and poured vapor barriers may leave an oily residue after application, which should be removed, The vapor barrier’s surface should be abraded or lightly sanded and cleaned thoroughly.

• When using new sheet vinyl as a vapor barrier or for use with sheet vinyl when used as a moisture barrier over concrete, DriTac Vinyl Primer must be applied. The primer must dry thoroughly before applying DriTac 6200. Refer to DRITAC Vinyl Primer instructions.

• If there is a concern about adhesion to any subfloor, install a test area before installing the entire floor.

• Subfloors must be flat to 3/16” in a 10’ radius.

• Checking for and avoiding excessive moisture in every subfloor is a must.

• Look around for visible water stains on the drywall and subfloor, particularly on concrete.

Moisture Testing:

DriTac Adhesive Group requires the use of moisture tests on all concrete and wood subfloors. Subfloor moisture percentages should not exceed the flooring manufacturer’s or DriTac Adhesive Group’s recommendations, whichever is lowest. If excessive moisture is present use an appropriate vapor barrier.

• The Calcium Chloride test measures moisture emissions in concrete. The maximum level for moisture emissions from concrete when installing nonporous flooring (e.g. vinyl tile) is 3 pounds per 1,000 square foot area over a 24 hour period, The maximum level when installing wood flooring is 4 pounds per 1,000 square feet over 24 hours.

• DriTac recommends using a Tramex Concrete Moisture Encounter meter for reliable concrete testing, The Tramex meter should be pressed firmly to the subfloor for an accurate reading. The maximum reading on concrete for vinyl installations should not exceed Son the top scale on the meter. Maximum reading for wood installations should not exceed 4 1/2 on the meter. For more information on the Tramex meters call DriTac Adhesive Group 800-394-9310

•  Moisture in wood subfloors should be measured with a wood moisture meter. The moisture content should not exceed 14%, Subfloors should be within 5% of the wood flooring’s moisture content. Read flooring manufacturers moisture standards. A moisture meter can also be used to measure moisture in concrete. Follow the instructions carefully. Moisture meters measure wood and concrete differently.

•  The Accelerated Plastic Film test is a good indicator test for concrete moisture. Tape 2 x 2 poly film squares with duct tape to the concrete subfloor in several areas throughout floor. Position a light close enough to warm the surface of the plastic film (approximately 18”). Lift the squares after 24-72 hours, If moisture condensation is present on the film or if the concrete has darkened this indicates moisture is present.

Trowel Size

Incorrect trowel size due to wear will void warranty.  change trowel blades often.

For Cork Floors use a 1/8"x1/8"x1/8" U notched trowel
DriTac Trowel # DT-2
80 square feet per gallon spread rate

CORK INSTALLATIONS:

• Do not install vinyl backed cork flooring with DriTac 6200.

• Flooring should always acclimate to “Live In”’ temperature and humidity conditions.  HUMIDITY MUST NOT EXCEED 75%

• Allow DriTac 6200 to dry. It will change from white to translucent when dry. Ensuring the adhesive is thoroughly dry will help prevent cupping and warping of tile. Drying time will vary with temperature and humidity conditions. (To speed up drying time, a fan may be used).

    • Allow expansion space.

     • Roll the floor with 100-150 lb. roller.

 VENTILATION: Installers should provide adequate cross ventilation during and for 24 hours after installation,

KEEP FROM FREEZING: While this adhesive is freeze thaw stable to 25 f  (up to two cycles), it is necessary to keep from freezing. If the adhesive freezes, it cannot be used, it will become difficult to trowel, lumpy (or solid) and will not adhere to the floor.

CAUTION:  Xylene 7.7% O.A.S. #133-20-7 Eye irritant: Avoid eye contact. In case of eye contact, flush eye for fifteen minutes. If irritation persists, get medical attention, Use with adequate ventilation. Keep out of reach of children.

WARRANTY: This product is warranted to be free of manufacturing defects. If a manufacturing defect is found within one year from the date of purchase, such defective product shall be replaced. No warranty either expressed or implied is made regarding the performance of this product since conditions under which these goods are transported, stored, used or applied are beyond our control. This warranty is made in lieu of all other warranties either expressed or implied and the seller shall not be responsible for consequential, incidental, special or other damages no mailer what the cause.

These directions are general guidelines for flooring installations.  It is the responsibility of the installer to determine the proper drying time of the adhesive, trowel size to be used and acceptability of the subfloor. 

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  DriTac ADHESIVE GROUP

  MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET                                1/1/96

PRODUCT NAME: DRITAC ADHESIVE! : 6200.  HMES CODES: H-I, F-2, R-0. P-B

MANUFACTURERS NAME: DRITAC ADHESIVE GROUP 
EMERGENCY PHONE. 1 800-535-5053 
ADDRESS: 59 INGRAHAM ST. BROOKLYN, NY 11237
INFORMATION PHONE: 1 – 718-497-5462 

SECTION 2-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS 

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS/ CAS NUMBER / OSHA PEU/ ASCII  TLV /  VAPOR PRESSURE/ WEIGHT PERCENT

                       XYLENE                  / 1330-20-7    /            1OOPPM       / IOOPPM  / 21.0 PPMHg  100 f                7

SUBJECT TO Reporting REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 313 0F TITLE 111 (SARA)

         SECTION J-PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 

BOILING POINT: 212 F SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O—1); 1.0 Coating VOC. 138 GRAMS/LITER
VAPOR DENSITY; HEAVIER THAN AIR.  
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: DISPERSIBLE
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: WHITE MILKY LIQUID,  MILD AMMONIA ODOR

 SECTION 4- FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA 

FLASH POINT: 120 F PMCC 
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR BY VOLUME: LOWER 1.0% UPPER 7. O% 
EXTINGUISHING MED1A; FOAM CO2. DRY CHEMICAL. WATER FOG
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES. WHEN DRIED Material BURNS: WATER, CARBON DIOXIDE, CARBON MONOXIDE AND SMOKE ARE produced. PYROLYSIS PRODUCTS MAY INCLUDE SOME HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. USE RECOMMENDED Breathing APPARATUS FOR PROTECT ION FROM Such HAZARDS.

SECTION 5- Reactivity DATA 

Stability: STABLE
CONDITIONS TO AVOID; AVOID CONTACT With STRONG OXIDIZING AGENTS AND ANY WATER SENSITIVE MATERIAL.  HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSIT1ON OR BYPRODUCTS MAY PRODUCE FUMES WHEN HEATED TO DECOMPOSITION. FUMES MAY CONTAIN CARBON DIOXIDE AND CARBON MONOXIDE

SECTION 6 -HEALTH HAZARD DATA 

EFFECTS of OVER EXPOSURE: VAPORS MAY CAUSE Respiratory Irritation NAUSEA. HEADACHE.
PROLONGED SKIN AND ANY EYE CONTACT MAY cause Irritation AND REDDENING. INGESTION MAY CAUSE

Vomiting, NAUSEA, DIARRHEA. MEDICAL CONDITIONS PRONE TO AGGRAVATION BY EXPOSURE: CURRENT ANEMIA, RESPIRATORY OR LIVER AILMENTS, AND PRE-EXISTING SKIN CONDITIONS.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST Aid PROCEDURES!

IF SPLASHED IN THE EVIL FLUSH WITH A LOT OF WATER FOR I 5 MINUTES AND SEEK Medical. HELP IF Irritation PERSISTS.  
INHALATION: REMOVE TO FRESH AIR AND  APPLY ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION IF NEEDED. CALL A PHYSICIAN. 
INGESTION; DRINK 1 OR 2 GLASSES OF WATER AND CONSULT A physician. WASH SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER.

          SECTION 7-PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE 

SPILLS:   PUT WASTE MATERIAL INTO A DOT APPROVED CONTAINER.  DO NOT FLUSH Adhesive DOWN DRAIN AS IT CAN PLUG the DRAIN PIPES.  DISPOSE OF WASTE ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND  LOCAL REGULATIONS.
VENTILATION; USE IN  WELL VENTILATED AREA.  A SLIGHT AMMONIA ODOR MAY BE PRESENT UNTILL THE  ADHESIVE DRIES.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT; USE GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES TO PROTECT EYES. 
AVOID EXTREME HEAT AND PREVENT FROM FREEZING.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OP CHILDREN

SECTION 3- DISCLAIMER 

The INFORMATION IN THIS MSDS Has BEEN Obtained FROM SOURCES BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE.  HOWEVER. WE PROVIDE NO WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. AND WE ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THE DATA CONTAINED HEREIN. UNDER VARIOUS CONDITIONS THE INGREDIENTS MAY POSE A LESSER OR GREATER HAZARD TO DIFFERENT INDIVIDUALS. IT IS THE USER’S RESPONS1BILflY TO SEE THAT THE DATA is COMPLETE FOR Their USE.