Proper installation & why it's important

 

Proper Installation for Concrete Subfloor

 
American Floor & Home prides ourselves with not just great products, but also an installation process to keep your floors withstanding the Hawaii weather, your daily movements and time.
 

Concrete subfloor installation process:

 
 
 

Pre-installation

 
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MOISTURE TEST
Moisture testing is conducted on all concrete subfloor. ASTM F1869 Certified moisture test pictured above.
 
 
 
 
 

Pre-installation

 
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ASBESTOS TEST
Homes built before 1985 will need to be tested for asbestos. If asbestos is present, then a certified abatement company will need to remove the affected area.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 1

 
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DEMO
Covering old flooring could lead to long-term problems in the future. We remove and dispose of old flooring down to the subfloor.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 2

 
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GRIND
Leveling cement needs a porous substrate to adhere properly. We flatten high spots, patch low spots, and prepare your concrete for the next step.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 3

 
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BLOCK
If necessary, we use an epoxy moisture mitigation system to prevent long-time moisture damage.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 4

 
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PRIME
Rolling on a primer will allow our patchwork and leveling cement to properly adhere to your substrate. Skipping this step could cause the cement to crumble over time.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 5

 
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PREP
Leveling of the new subfloor to create a solid foundation.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 6

 
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UNDERLAYMENT
Used for multiple reasons such as acoustical requirements or a light moisture barrier.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Step 7

 
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INSTALLATION
Planks installed by manufacture recommendations.
 
 
 
 
 

Step 8

 
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WALL BASE AND TRANSITION
These are used to cover the spacing which allows flooring to expand and contract properly.
 
 
 
 

Flooring failures

 
Below pictures show floors failing because of improper installation.
 
 
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Mold

 
 
 
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Wood rot

 
 
 
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Plank separation