Complete Compiled Specification.pdf - Peck Ormsby Construction

hours (Xenon Arc) shall be not less than 3.
E. Miscellaneous:
1. Adhesive: Water-resistant carpet adhesive of type recommended by carpet mill.
2. Seaming Cement: Hot-melt type recommended by mill.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 EXAMINATION
A. Examine all subsurfaces to receive work and report, in writing to the Owner and/or
Construction Manager, any conditions detrimental to the work. Failure to observe this
injunction constitutes a waiver to any subsequent claims to the contrary. Commencement of
work will be construed as acceptance of all subsurfaces.
B. Do not install carpet over concrete with either excessive moisture or dust producing surface
which is not adequately sealed.
3.02 GENERAL
A. Prepare subsurfaces, layout, trim, seam, stretch, tuck, and provide all necessary operations
required for a complete installation.
B. Surfaces to receive carpet shall be damp mopped, clean and dry.
C. Allow installation a minimum of 24 hours to cure before subjecting it to any traffic, moving of
furniture, or other heavy equipment.
3.03 PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
A. Clear away debris, cementitious deposits, and similar obstructions or substances. Fill cracks
and voids including honeycombed concrete.
B. Sequence carpeting installation with other work in a manner which will minimize possibility of
damage or deterioration to carpeting, and yet not delay completion of the project.
C. Clean surfaces to be carpeted immediately prior to installation of carpeting materials, by
vacuum cleaning and damp mopping.
D. Dimensions: Prior to start of carpet installation, check critical dimensions of space to be
carpeted, to ensure that planned use of materials will fulfill requirements, including locations
for seams, joints and edgings.
E. Areas scheduled to receive carpeting shall be heated to 70 degrees F. or above for not less
than 24 hours prior to carpet installation. Maintain temperatures for the full duration of the
installation period.
3.04 INSTALLATION
A. Comply with the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations. Place seams in directions
indicated and as accepted in prior submittals. Maintain direction of pattern and texture,
including lay of pile. Do no seam weft to warp, except as specifically indicated for a direction
change.
B. Extend carpet under open-bottomed and raised-bottom obstructions, and under removable
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