Remove material from packaging, spread out and allow to

condition in room where installation is to take place at a

constant temperature of 18°-26° for a period of 24 hours prior

to installation. This temperature should be maintained during

installation, and for a 24 hour period after installation.

Karndean products must only be laid on sub-floors where the

moisture level does not exceed 75%RH when tested with a

hygrometer in accordance with BS8203-4; 2001 (Installation of

resilient floor coverings). Where readings above 75%RH are

recorded it would be necessary to install a surface DPM (damp

proof membrane), this applies to both new and old floors.

For new concrete floors below 75%RH, i.e. dry, clean the floor

to remove contamination (paint, plaster, etc.) prime the floor with

Neoprene or PVA primer, and apply a minimum 3mm of smoothing

underlayment. For readings above 75%RH consult Karndean

International for information relating to surface DPM requirements.

With readings below 75%RH old floor covering and adhesive

residues must be removed, the surface primed with Neoprene

or PVA primer and a minimum 3mm of smoothing underlayment

applied. Readings above 75%RH consult Karndean International

for information relating to surface DPM requirements.

If readings with hygrometer are below 75%RH dense power

floated floors would require abrasion prior to the application of

a smoothing compound. (Abrasion can be either scarification or

light shot blasting). For readings above 75%RH the surface

would still require abrasion before applying a surface DPM.

After testing for dampness, if dry de-grease, rinse and abrade

to provide key for a 3mm layer of smoothing compound.

If after testing dampness is apparent, consult Karndean

International.

Asphalt should be de-greased and the surface rinsed with clear

water. The surface should then be primed with neat Neoprene or

Epoxy primer, allowed to dry and a minimum 3mm smoothing

underlayment applied.

Floorboards should be well secured, loose boards firmly

fastened, worn/broken boards replaced, undulations filled with

a suitable smoothing compound prior to overlaying with 6mm

ply, primed with diluted Neoprene or PVA primer.

Overlay with 6mm ply fastened at 150mm centres and primed

with diluted Neoprene or PVA primer.

Remove any of these products if laid direct to

earth/bitumen/pitch, these should not be overlaid with an

impervious vinyl.

Should be primed with diluted Neoprene or PVA primer and laid

directly onto.

Consult Karndean International.

Remove all paint back to original base and apply a smoothing

compound to a minimum thickness of 3mm.

Uplift, remove adhesive residue and apply a smoothing

compound to a minimum thickness of 3mm.

Including Magnecite, Granwood, Anhydrite -– consult Karndean

International.

Remove existing floorcovering and all traces of adhesive

residues, apply a smoothing compound to a minimum thickness

of 3mm.

It is possible to install Karndean over floors incorporating

underfloor heating, but these must be insulated to ensure the

surface temperature does not exceed 27°C (80°F). The

underfloor heating must be switched off 48 hours before, during,

and 48 hours following the installation, and Karndean HT

adhesive must be used.

Epoxy resin is a two-part mix. Both components should be

mixed together with a drill and paddle to a smooth consistency

and the contents poured out within 5 minutes of mixing time. If

left within the container the resin will harden inside 15 minutes;

on the floor you have up to 2 hours working time.

Recommended for areas subject to excessive moisture.

Any areas under question consult Karndean International.

A modified Acrylic adhesive with an improved service

temperature. For use in areas subject to excessive heat eg.

conservatories, shop windows, patio doors (and other areas

subject to direct sunlight), and underfloor heating. We always

recommend that you work section by section, as product must

be wet bonded when installed with this adhesive (the open time

is approximately 15 minutes, depending on atmospheric

conditions).

It is particularly necessary to keep the temperature in

conservatories at a constant 18°-26° prior to, during, and for 24

hours after installation. It would also be advisable to shade

windows to ensure that constant temperature conditions are

maintained.

Ideal for use in most normal residential and commercial

installations. We always recommend that you work section by

section, as product must be wet bonded when installed with this

adhesive (the open time is approximately 15 minutes,

depending on atmospheric conditions).

Ideal for use in most normal residential and commercial

installations. For best working practice a semi-dry to dry tack is

used. The open time of Karndean PS is approximately 5 hours.

Important: An A2 trowel must be used to apply PS adhesive

(available from Karndean).

We must insist that all Karndean Flooring products are laid

using only Karndean adhesive, available in various sizes for your

convenience.

Ensure that tiles and planks laid into adhesive are done so

within the prescribed open time indicated on adhesive container.

ALL Karndean products should be rolled after installation using

a 68kg roller in larger areas, or a small hand roller in lesser

areas.

With the exception of products installed with pressure sensitive

adhesive, which can receive traffic immediately following

installation, ensure that all tiles and planks are free from general

traffic for 24 hours after installation or protect from direct contact

for that period, ie. board over.

Cleaning and Maintenance Guide

you how to get the best from your new Karndean floor.

Karndean floors are very hardwearing and like all vinyl products,

regular maintenance will enhance the beauty and durability of

your new floor.

We recommend that you order a ‘Clean Start’ pack with your

new Karndean floor. You will be able to order extra bottles of the

individual cleaning products from your retailer.

Clean Start pack contains:

750ml Basic Cleaner & Stripper

750ml Dim Glow Floor Protector

750ml Routine Cleaner

1 x Applicator

1 x Green pad (for use with Basic Cleaner)

1 x White pad (for use with Dim Glow)

1 x Set furniture protectors

Stage 1 – Karndean Basic Cleaner and Stripper

Preparation

Newly laid floors should be left for at least 24 hours before you

replace furniture or clean the floor. Before using our cleaning

and maintenance products, you should sweep the floor with a

soft brush.

Following installation, use to remove all remains of adhesive.

Subsequently, use to remove previous applications of Dim Glow

floor protector.

Dilute Basic Cleaner and Stripper approximately 1:5 with water

(4 divider lines [200ml] to one litre of water – covers approx.

Leave to work for approximately 5 minutes.

Scrub the floor with the blue applicator and green pad.

Remove residue with mop, then rinse thoroughly with clean

water.

Karndean Basic Cleaner and Stripper should NOT be allowed to

dry on the floor. While applying Basic Cleaner and Stripper wear

rubber gloves. For the removal of stubborn marks, use

Karndean Basic Cleaner and Stripper undiluted.