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������������������������ SECTION 09550

 

������������������������ WOOD FLOORING

This section is based on products manufactured by Superior Floor Company Inc., which is located at the following address:

���� 803 Jefferson Street

���� Wausau, WI� 54403

���� Telephone:� 715-842-5358 or 800-247-4705

���� Fax:������� 715-848-1793

 

This specification contains 21 distinct wood flooring systems for use in sports and athletic facilities.� The first section contains PART 1 GENERAL requirements common to all systems.� The final section contains those execution requirements (floor sanding, finishing, clean-up, etc.) common to all systems.� In between these two sections are the 21 system-specific requirements for PART 2 PRODUCTS, and PART 3 EXECUTION.� After selecting an appropriate system, delete the remaining systems (each system or group of systems is marked at beginning and end by a comment).

 

PART 1� GENERAL

 

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

Delete items below not required for project.

��� A.� Complete wood floor system, including the following:

������� 1.� Surface vapor-proofing of the slab.

������� 2.� Sanding and finishing of flooring.

������� 3.� Painting of game lines.

������� 4.� Perimeter base moldings and thresholds.

 

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

Delete any sections below not relevant to this project;� add others as required.

��� A.� Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete.

 

��� B.� Section 11480 - Athletic, Recreational, and Therapeutic Equipment.

 

1.3 REFERENCES

Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

��� A.� Grading Rules for Hard Maple (Acer Saccharum);� Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA).

 

��� B.� APA Form No. F405 - Performance Rated panels;� American Plywood Association.

 

��� C.� Deutsches Institut fur Normung (DIN).

 

1.4 SUBMITTALS

 

��� A.� Submit under provisions of Section 01300.

 

��� B.� Product Data:� Provide manufacturer's standard details and catalog data demonstrating compliance with referenced standards.�

������� 1.� Provide installation instructions.

������� 2.� Submit three copies of maintenance instructions.

 

��� C.� Shop Drawings:� Submit for approval the following:

 

��� D.� Samples:�

������� 1.� Submit samples illustrating floor construction and floor finish.

Edit the following paragraph to indicate required sample size.

������� 2.� Size:� _____.

 

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

 

��� A.� Installer Qualifications:

������� 1.� Installer shall be a firm experienced in the maple flooring field and approved by the manufacturer.

������� 2.� Installer shall have attended and received a passing grade from a certified manufacturer's installation school.

������� 3.� Installer shall submit to the flooring manufacturer the manufacturer's required documentation forms.� The documentation shall include concrete inspection, delivery and storage of materials, and daily installation reports.

 

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

 

��� A.� Store products indoors and protect from moisture, construction traffic, and damage.

 

��� B.� Do not deliver or install materials until:

������� 1.� Masonry, painting, plastering, tile work, marble, and terrazzo work are completed.�

������� 2.� Overhead work including installation of mechanical work lighting, backstops, scoreboards, etc. is completed.

������� 3.� Building is enclosed and weathertight.�

 

��� C.� Permanent HVAC system shall have been installed and shall operate before, during, and after installation, maintaining a temperature range of 55 to 78 degrees and relative humidity of between 35 and 50 percent.

 

1.7 WARRANTY

 

��� A.� The manufacturer's guarantee shall not cover damage caused in whole or in part by casual, ordinary wear and tear, abuse, use for which material is not designed, faulty construction of the building, settlement of the building walls, failure of the other contractors to adhere to specifications, separation of the concrete slab and excessive dryness or excessive moisture from humidity, spillage, migration through the slab or wall or any other source.

 

��� B.� Manufacturer shall warrant the flooring materials to be free from manufacturing defects for a period of 1 year from the date of substantial completion.� The installer shall warrant the installation to be free from defects for the same period.

 

 

PART 2� PRODUCTS

 

2.1 MANUFACTURER

 

��� A.� Provide flooring manufactured by Superior Floor Company Inc.;� 803 Jefferson Street;� Wausau, WI� 54403.� Telephone 715-842-5358 (800-247-4705).� FAX 715-848-1793.

*** BEGINNING OF SCISSOR-LOC DC FLOOR SYSTEM ***

��� B.� Provide "Scissor-Loc DC (DIN certified) Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Foam Underlayment:� "Super Foam";� 3/4 inch multicellular, linear linked, closed cell polyethylene foam, density PCF 2.0 nominal.

 

��� C.� Subfloor:� 1 x 6 Gym Grade #2 Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF), S2S to 1/2 x 6 inches nominal x RL.

Treatment below is optional.

������� 1.� Provide "Woodlife" dip treatment.

 

��� D.� Flooring:� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 3.� First Grade.

������� 4.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 5.� Third Grade.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 2-inch coated staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� F.� Expansion voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides; mill finish.

 

��� G.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:�

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

������� 5.� Verify that depression depth complies with manufacturer's recommendation.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

3.2 INSTALLATION

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by the foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Cover entire slab with foam underlayment, and seal with duct tape.

 

��� C.� Install first layer of 1 x 6 subfloor diagonally to the long dimension of the room at a 25 degree angle.�

������� 1.� The ends of the 1 x 6 shall be butted and side spaced on an average 6 inches between adjoining 1 x 6.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

 

��� D.� The second layer of 1 x 6 shall be laid in the opposite direction to the first layer but also at a 25 degree angle to the long dimension of the room so that no end joints will fall over an end joint of the first layer.

������� 1.� The ends of the second layer shall be butted and the side spaced approximately 2 inches between adjoining 1 x 6 and secured to the first layer with nails or staples at each intersection.�

������� 2.� Provide 2 inches expansion at all walls and permanent obstructions.

Delete the following paragraph if not required.

������� 3.� Install a single 1 x 6 border strip as part of the second layer of subflooring at the perimeter of the floor.

 

��� E.� Install finished flooring parallel with the main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

����������������� *** END SCISSOR-LOC DC FLOOR SYSTEM;�

���������� BEGIN SCISSOR-LOC I, II, AND III FLOOR SYSTEMS. ***�

 

Delete 2 of the following 3 paragraphs.

��� B.� Provide "Scissor-Loc I Floor System."

 

��� C.� Provide "Scissor-Loc II Floor System."

 

��� D.� Provide "Scissor-Loc III Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

Delete the following paragraph if Scissor-Loc I or II are not required.

��� B.� Foam Underlayment:� "Super Foam";� polyethylene foam, density PCF 2.0 nominal.

Delete the following paragraph if Scissor-Loc III is not required.

��� C.� Resilient Pads:� 3/4-inch rubber.

 

��� D.� Subfloor:� 1 x 6 Gym Grade #2 Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF), S2S.

Delete the following paragraph if not required.

������� 1.� Treat with "Woodlife" Preservative.

 

��� E.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� F.� Fasteners:� 2-inch coated staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� G.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides;� mill finish.

 

��� H.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:�

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with flooring manufacturer's requirements.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by the foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

Delete the following paragraph if Scissor-Loc III system is specified.

��� B.� Cover entire slab with foam underlayment, and seal with duct tape.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs pertaining to Scissor-Loc I, II, and III.

��� C.� "Scissor-Loc I":� Install first layer of 1 x 6 subfloor diagonally to the long dimension of the room at a 25 degree angle.�

������� 1.� The ends of the 1 x 6 shall be butted and side spaced approximately 2 inches between adjoining 1 x 6.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

 

��� D.� "Scissor-Loc II":� Install first layer of 1 x 6� subfloor diagonally to the long dimension of the room at a 25 degree angle.�

������� 1.� The ends of the 1 x 6� shall be butted and side spaced approximately 6 inches between adjoining 1 x 6.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

 

��� E.� "Scissor-Loc III":�

������� 1.� Staple 3/4-inch rubber pads to the underside of the first layer of 1 x 6 subfloor.�

������� 2.� Space the pads per manufacturer's instructions.

������� 3.� Install first layer of 1 x 6� subfloor diagonally to the long dimension of the room at a 25 degree angle.

������� 4.� The ends of the 1 x 6� shall be butted and side spaced approximately 8 inches between adjoining 1 x 6.

������� 5.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

 

��� F.� The second layer of 1 x 6 shall be laid in the opposite direction to the first layer but also at a 25 degree angle to the long dimension of the room so that no end joints will fall over an end joint of the first layer.

������� 1.� The ends of the second layer shall be butted and the side spaced approximately 2 inches between adjoining 1 x 6 and secured to the first layer with nails or staples at each intersection.�

������� 2.� Provide 2 inches expansion at all walls and permanent obstructions.

Delete the following paragraph if not required.

������� 3.� Install a single 1 x 6 border strip as part of the second layer of subflooring at the perimeter of the floor.

 

��� G.� Install finished flooring parallel with the main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

��������� *** END SCISSOR-LOC I, II, AND III FLOOR SYSTEMS;

��������������� BEGIN SUPER-AIRE II DC FLOOR SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Aire II DC (DIN certified) Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Subfloor:� Factory assembled plywood panels.

 

��� C.� Resilient Pads:� "Super-Aire II DC Pads";� 3/4-inch spherical.

 

��� D.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 1-3/4-inch staples or 1-3/4-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� F.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� G.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's requirements.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Install preassembled panels perpendicular to the long dimension of the room, 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and breaking joints 4 feet.�

������� 1.� Attach panels together with fastener 6 inches o.c.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at perimeter and all vertical obstructions.�

������� 2.� Attach resilient pads to underside of plywood at prearranged locations, as required by manufacturer.

 

��� C.� Allow 2 inches expansion space at walls and permanent obstructions.�

������� 1.� Provide sufficient expansion spacers at regular intervals in surface of flooring during installation.�

������� 2.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

���������������� *** END SUPER-AIRE II DC FLOOR SYSTEM;

���������������� BEGIN SUPER-AIRE I AND II SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Aire I� Floor System."

Delete paragraph above or below.

��� C.� Provide "Super-Aire II� Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Subfloor:� 15/32 x 48 x 96 inches, APA rated sheathing, Exposure 1, southern yellow pine.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

��� C.� Resilient Pads:� "Super-Aire I";� 3/8 x 2-1/4 x 3 inches, with 6 fully enclosed air channels.

 

��� D.� Resilient Pads:� "Super-Aire II";� 3/4 x 1-1/2 inches, spherical, with tabs for fastening to subfloor.

 

��� E.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� F.� Fasteners:� 2-inch staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� G.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� H.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's requirements.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Install first layer of plywood subflooring perpendicular to the long dimension of the room.�

������� 1.� Provide 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and break joints 4'.�

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at perimeter and all vertical obstructions.�

������� 3.� The underside of the first layer shall have 32 resilient pads per sheet of plywood attached 12 inches on center and 6 inches from edges of plywood on all sides.

 

��� C.� Lay the second layer of plywood diagonally on a 45 degree angle to the first layer.�

������� 1.� Provide 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and break joints 4'.�

������� 2.� Attach second layer of plywood with nails or staples 12 inches on center.

 

��� D.� Install finish flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.�

������� 1.� Provide sufficient expansion spacers at regular intervals in surface of flooring during installation.

������� 2.� Allow 2-inch expansion space at walls and permanent obstructions.

��������� ����*** END SUPER-AIRE I AND II FLOOR SYSTEMS;

����������������� BEGIN SUPER-SPORT FLOOR SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Sport Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Foam Underlayment:� "Super Foam";� 3/4 inch multicellular, linear linked, closed cell polyethylene foam, density PCF 2.0 nominal.

 

��� C.� Subfloor:� 1 x 6 Gym Grade hemlock, or No. 2 spruce, fir, or pine, S2S to 1/2 inch x 6 inch x RL.

The following paragraph is optional.

������� 1.� Provide treated subfloor.

 

��� D.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 2-inch staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� F.� Expansion Voids for Racquetball and Squash Courts:� Provide voids at all four walls of not less than 1/4 inch and not more than 5/8 inch, depending on local climate and project conditions at time of installation.

 

��� G.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

3.2 INSTALLATION

Delete the following paragraph if a vapor barrier, in addition to that provided by foam underlayment, is not required.

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Cover entire slab with foam underlayment, and seal with duct tape.

 

��� C.� Install first layer of subflooring parallel with long dimensions of the room, with ends of 1/2 inch x 6 inch members butted and side spaced between adjacent 1/2 inch x 6 inch members, leaving expansion voids at all walls.

 

��� D.� Install second layer of subflooring in opposite direction to first layer, across short dimension of room, so no end joint falls over any end joint on first layer.� Ends of second layer shall be butted and side spaced between adjacent 1/2 inch x 6 inch members and secured to first layer with nails or staples at each intersection.

 

��� E.� Install finish flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.�

������� 1.� Provide sufficient expansion spacers at regular intervals in surface of flooring during installation.

������� 2.� Allow 2-inch expansion space at walls and permanent obstructions.

������������������ *** END SUPER-SPORT FLOOR SYSTEM;

BEGIN SUPER-BOND III DC AND SUPER-BOND III ULTRA FLOOR SYSTEM ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Bond III DC (DIN certified) Floor System."

Delete paragraph above or below.

��� C.� Provide "Super-Bond III Ultra Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Shock Absorbing Pad:� 3/4-inch "Super-Bond III DC" resilient pad.

Delete paragraph above or below.

��� C.� Shock Absorbing Pad:� 3/4-inch "Super-Bond III Ultra resilient pad.

 

��� D.� Subfloor:� 2 layers of 15/32 x 48 x 96 inches, APA rated sheathing, Exposure 1, southern yellow pine.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 1-inch staples.

 

��� F.� Adhesive:� Superior "SuperTac" adhesive.

 

��� G.� Flooring:� Superior "Super-Bond DC";� Second and Better, square edge, kiln dried edge grain, northern hard maple, graded per MFMA standards.

Delete all but one of the following:

������� 1.� Size:�� 5/16 x 15/16 x 6 inch.

������� 2.� Size:�� 5/16 x 15/16 x 9 inch.

������� 3.� Size:�� 7/16 x 15/16 x 9 inch.

������� 4.� Size:�� 11/16 x 15/16 x 9 inch.

 

��� H.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Install first layer of plywood subflooring perpendicular to the long dimension of the room, 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and breaking joints 4'.�

������� 1.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

������� 2.� Install resilient pads as specified by manufacturer.

 

��� C.� Lay the second layer of plywood diagonally on a 45 degree angle to the first layer.�

������� 1.� Provide 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and breaking joints 4'.�

������� 2.� Attach second layer of plywood with nails or staples 12 inches on center.

 

��� D.� Install flooring in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.

������� 1.� Trowel on adhesive at approximately 75 square feet per gallon.

������� 2.� Install flooring in adhesive, laid in a continuous end-to-end pattern.

 

��� E.� Allow 2-inch expansion space at walls and permanent obstructions.�

������� 1.� Provide sufficient expansion spacers at regular intervals in surface of flooring during installation to provide for expansion in accordance with humidity conditions in the area.

��� *** END SUPER-BOND III DC AND SUPER-BOND III ULTRA FLOOR SYSTEMS;

������������ BEGIN SUPER-BOND I, II, AND III FLOOR SYSTEMS. ***Delete two of the following three paragraphs.

��� B.� Provide "Super-Bond I Floor System."

 

��� C.� Provide "Super-Bond II Floor System."

 

��� D.� Provide "Super-Bond III Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Concrete Primer:� "Super-Bond" concrete conditioner.

 

��� B.� Flooring Adhesive:� "SuperTac" adhesive.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond II is not required.� If retained, delete 2 of the 3 thicknesses listed.

��� C.� Rubber Underlayment:� "Super-Bond II" resilient rubber underlayment pad.

������� 1.� Thickness:� 4 mm.

������� 2.� Thickness:� 6 mm.

������� 3.� Thickness:� 8 mm.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond III system is not required.� If retained, delete 1 of the 2 foam underlayment thickness listed, or delete foam underlayment entirely.

��� D.� "Super-Bond III" Subfloor Assembly:

������� 1.� Foam underlayment:� "Super-Foam";� 1/2 inch, multi-cellular linear linked closed cell polyethylene foam.� Density PCF 2.0 nominal.

����������� a.� Thickness:� 1/2 inch.

����������� b.� Thickness:� 1/4 inch.

������� 2.� Wood underlayment:� "Superboard";� 2 layers, 7/16-inch thick 48 x 96 inches.

������� 3.� Fasteners:� 1" staples.

������� 4.� Construction Adhesive:� "PL400" by Construction Adhesives, unless otherwise approved by flooring manufacturer.

 

��� E.� Flooring:� "Super-Bond";� Second and Better, square edge, kiln dried edge grain, northern hard maple flooring, graded in accordance with MFMA Standards.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� Size:� 5/16 x 15/16 x 6 inches.

������� 2.� Size:� 5/16 x 15/16 x 9 inches.

������� 3.� Size:� 7/16 x 15/16 x 9 inches.

������� 4.� Size:� 11/16 x 15/16 x 9 inches.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond III system is not required.

������� 7.� "Super-Bond III" assembly mechanisms shall be surface applied so maximum wearing depth can be utilized.�

 

��� F.� Expansion Void:

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� Wall base shall be Superior maple base molding standard.

������� 2.� 4-inch vinyl cove base.

������� 3.� 4-inch rubber cove base.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's requirements.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Condition concrete with "Super-Bond" conditioner.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond I is not required.

��� B.� "Super-Bond I":� Trowel on flooring adhesive at rate of approximately 75 sq.ft. per gallon.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond II is not required.

��� C.� "Super-Bond II":

������� 1.� Unroll and allow rubber underlayment to relax.

������� 2.� Trowel on flooring adhesive at approximately 100 sq.ft. per gallon.

������� 3.� Unroll the underlayment pad into the freshly applied adhesive.� Seams shall be no more than 1/8 inch in width.

������� 4.� Roll the entire underlayment pad with a 75-100 lb. steel roller to remove and entrapped air.

������� 5.� Trowel on "SuperTac" adhesive on top of underlayment pad at approx. 75 sq.ft./gallon.

������� 6.� Weight all side and butt seams that curl away from the substrate.� Leave weights in place a minimum of 12 hours.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Bond III is not required.

��� D.� "Super-Bond III":

������� 1.� Install foam underlayment.

������� 2.� Install the first layer of wood underlayment perpendicular to the long dimension of the area.�

������� 3.� Apply ribbons of construction adhesive in a box-X pattern.�

������� 4.� Over this, secure the second layer of wood underlayment on a 45-degree diagonal to the first layer with 1-inch staples or equivalent, placed 12 inches on center in both directions.�

������� 5.� All plywood joints shall be staggered and spaced 1/4 inch.

������� 6.� Trowel on flooring adhesive at approx. 75 sq.ft./gallon.

 

��� E.� Install flooring in adhesive, laid in a continuous end-to-end pattern.

 

��� F.� Flooring shall not be driven up tight except for low humidity regions.�

������� 1.� Provide a minimum 2-inch expansion void at all walls and other vertical obstructions.

������� 2.� A variable void may be left at perimeter, not to exceed width of perimeter molding.

��������� *** END OF SUPER-BOND I, II, AND III FLOOR SYSTEMS;

������������ BEGIN FIXED RESILIENT SLEEPER FLOOR SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Fixed Resilient Sleeper Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Flooring:�

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� C.� Fixed Resilient Pads:� 3/4-inch thick.

 

��� D.� Sleepers:� 2 x 3 inches x 4 feet, S4S, #2 Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF), dip treated with "Woodlife"; a minimum of three minute immersion.

 

��� E.� Subfloor Boards:� Super 1 x 6 Gym Grade #2 (SPF) Spruce, Pine, Fir S2S x RL.

Paragraph below is optional.

������� 1.� Treat with "Woodlife."

 

��� F.� Subfloor Sheathing:� 23/32 x 48 x 96 inches, APA rated sheathing, Exposure 1, southern yellow pine.

 

��� G.� Sleeper Anchors:� Extra length 3/8-inch modified hammer drivepins;� minimum pull-out strength 900 lbs.

 

��� H.� Fasteners:

������� 1.� Subfloor:� 1-3/4-inch nails or 1-3/4-inch staples.

������� 2.� Flooring:� 2-inch barbed cleats or staples.

 

��� I.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds shall be 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� J.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing.

 

��� B.� Install sleepers across the short dimension of room (or at right angles to the main playing court) 16 inches o.c. with ends butted and joints staggered.�

������� 1.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

 

��� C.� Subfloor:

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� Install subflooring boards diagonally to sleepers.� Break all joints over sleepers with ends butted and sides spaced approximately 1 inch.�

������� 2.� Install subflooring panels at 45 degree angle to sleepers.� Space panels with 1/4-inch joints.

������� 3.� Securely nail or staple to sleepers.

 

��� D.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

������������� *** END FIXED RESILIENT SLEEPER FLOOR SYSTEM;

����������������� BEGIN FIXED SLEEPER FLOOR SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Fixed Sleeper Floor system."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� B.� Sleepers:� 2 x 4 inches, S4S, #2 Spruce-Pine- Fir (SPF), dip treated with "Woodlife"; a minimum of three minute immersion.

 

��� C.� Subfloor Sheathing:� Super 1 x 6 Gym Grade #2 (SPF) Spruce, Pine, Fir S2S to 1/2 x 6 inch nominal x RL.

Paragraph below is optional.

������� 1.� Treat with "Woodlife."

 

��� D.� Sleeper Anchors:� Extra length 3/8-inch modified steel drivepins;� minimum pull out strength 900 lbs.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:

������� 1.� Subfloor:� 1-3/4-inch nails or 1-3/4-inch staples.

������� 2.� Flooring:� 2-inch barbed cleats or 2-inch staples.

 

��� F.� Shims:� 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch thick tempered hardboard.

 

��� G.� Asphalt Primer and Mastic:

������� 1.� Asphalt primer:� Compatible with asphalt mastic.

������� 2.� Asphalt mastic (grout):� Low-temperature, dead level asphalt.

 

��� H.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

��� I.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds shall be 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Prime concrete slab with asphalt primer minimum coverage of 250 sq.ft./gallon.

 

��� B.� Install sleepers across the short dimension of room (or at right angles to the main playing court) 16 inches o.c. with ends butted and joints staggered.�

������� 1.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at perimeter and all vertical obstructions.�

������� 2.� Accurately level and shim sleepers firmly at each anchor point 24 inches o.c.�

������� 3.� Drivepin heads to be flush with top surface of sleepers.

 

��� C.� After the sleepers are properly shimmed, leveled, and anchored, pour a layer of asphalt mastic to cover all shims and 1/8 inch up the sides of the sleeper.

 

��� D.� Subfloor:

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� Install subflooring boards diagonally to sleepers.� Break all joints over sleepers with ends butted and sides spaced approximately 1 inch.�

������� 2.� Install plywood at 45 degree angle to sleepers.� Break 4-foot edge of plywood over sleepers.� Space sides of plywood 1/4 inch.

������� 3.� Securely nail or staple to sleepers.

 

��� E.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

�������������� *** END FIXED SLEEPER FLOOR SYSTEM;

��������������� BEGIN SUPER-TITE FLOOR SYSTEM. ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Tite Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Underlayment: Superior Resilient "Super-Foam";� 5/8-inch thick multicellular linear linked closed cell polyethylene foam.� Density PCF 2.0 nominal.

 

��� C.� Channels:� "Super-Tite" channels;� 16 gage rolled formed zinc plated steel with rigid nailing strips.

 

��� D.� Channel Anchors:� Modified steel drive pins or hammer drive pins, 3/8 inch in diameter flat head minimum 1-1/2 inches long.

 

��� E.� Floor Fasteners:� 1-3/4-inch barbed cleats or 15 gage 1-3/4-inch coated staples.

 

��� F.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� G.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches, beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� H.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Underlayment:� Install "Super Foam" at right angles to long dimension of the room or at right angles to the� playing court.� Stagger all 4-ft. joints.� Tape all joints with duct tape with ends and sides butted loosely.

 

��� C.� Insert nailing strips in channels with ends staggered a minimum of 12 inches.

 

��� D.� Insert channels in machined grooves with ends staggered in adjacent rows.� Offset channel ends with end of underlayment a minimum of 1 foot.

 

��� E.� Anchor channels to concrete with drive pins 14 inches on center with additional drive pins at ends of channel and key area.

 

��� F.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court and at right angles to channels by power nailing or stapling.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion, in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 1-1/2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

������������� *** END OF SUPER-TITE FLOOR SYSTEM;

������� BEGIN SUPER-LOC AND CHANNEL-LOC FLOOR SYSTEMS. ***Delete one of the following 2 paragraphs.

��� B.� Provide "Super-Loc Floor System."

 

��� C.� Provide "Channel-Loc Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Resilient Underlayment:

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� "Super Board" underlayment;� 1/2 x 24 x 96-inch sheets of impregnated fiber board, with factory machine channel grooves 5/16 inch deep x 1-1/8 inches wide, 12 inches on center.�

������� 2.� "Super-Foam" underlayment:� 1/2-inch multicellular linear linked closed cell polyethylene foam.� Density PCF 2.0 nominal.

 

��� C.� Channels:� 16 gage rolled formed zinc plated steel.

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

��� D.� Clips:� "Super-Loc" clips;� 18 gage steel with solid 1-inch wide hold down wings and 3/16-inch locking spikes.

 

��� E.� Clips:� "Channel-Loc" clips;� 16 gage steel zinc plated steel with solid 1-inch wide hold down wings and 3/16-inch locking spikes.

 

��� F.� Channel Anchors:� Modified steel drive pins or hammer drive pins, 3/8 inch in diameter flat head minimum 1-1/2 inches long.

 

��� G.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete all but 1 of the following 4 paragraphs.�

Any thickness listed may be used with Super-Loc Floor System.�

The Channel-Loc Floor System requires either the 27/32 or the 33/32 inch thickness.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 27/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� H.� Expansion Voids:�

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 1.� Wall base:� "Superior Maple Base Molding Standard."

������� 2.� 4-inch vinyl cove base.

������� 3.� 4-inch rubber cove base.

 

��� I.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.� Note:� No pea gravel or slag aggregate shall be allowed in the concrete.� The concrete strength range at the time of flooring installation shall be no more than 3,000 psi and 3,500 psi.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

Edit the following Article to suit project humidity requirements.� Regions of constant high humidity may require a higher moisture content.

3.2 PREPARATION

 

��� A.� Ensure that moisture content of flooring does not exceed 8 percent during installation.

 

3.3 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Install first course of "Super Board" underlayment at right angles to long dimension of the room or at right angles to the main playing court.� Lay succeeding courses of "Super Board" in running bond (brick fashion) butting ends and sides loosely.

 

��� C.� Underlayment:� Install "Super Foam" at right angles to long dimension of the room or at right angles to the� playing court.� Stagger all 4-ft. joints.� Tape all joints with duct tape with ends and sides butted loosely.

 

��� D.� Insert channels in machined grooves with ends staggered in adjacent rows.� Offset channel ends with end of underlayment a minimum of 12 inches.

 

��� E.� Anchor channels to concrete with drive pins 14 inches on center with additional drive pins at ends of channel and key areas.

 

��� F.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court and at right angles to channels, inserting a clip at each channel intersection.

������� 1.� Drive flooring up firmly and securely.�

������� 2.� Block insides of boards at wall line.

��������� *** END SUPER-LOC AND CHANNEL-LOC FLOOR SYSTEMS;

��������� BEGIN SUPER-CUSH AND SUPER-CUSH II FLOOR SYSTEMS.

��� B.� Provide "Super-Cush Floor System."

Delete paragraph above or below.

��� C.� Provide "Super-Cush II Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Cushioned Sleepers:� "Super-Cush";� 2-inch x 3-inch x 4-foot KD Eastern Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF), dip treated with "Woodlife" a minimum of three minute immersion, with "Super-Cush" pads approximately 3/8 inch x 2-1/4 inches x 3 inches long with 6 fully enclosed air channels, attached 12 inches o.c.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Cush II system is not required.

��� C.� Subfloor:� 15/32 x 48 x 96 inches APA rated sheathing, Exposure 1, southern yellow pine.

 

��� D.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 2-inch staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� F.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches, heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� G.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Cush system is not required.

 

Delete 2 of the 3 sleeper spacings.� Use the 8-inch spacing for Third Grade flooring, regardless of thickness.� Specify 1 of the remaining 2 spacings for other grades.

��� B.� "Super-Cush":

������� 1.� Install sleepers end to end across the short dimension of the room (or at right angles to the main playing floor) with joints staggered to a minimum of 24 inches.�

������� 2.� Space sleepers 8 inches o.c. for Third Grade flooring.�

������� 3.� Space sleepers 9 inches o.c. for 25/32-inch-thick flooring.�

������� 4.� Space sleepers 12 inches o.c. for 33/32-inch-thick flooring.

Delete the following paragraph if Super-Cush II system is not required.

 

Delete 1 of the 2 sleeper spacings.

 

Delete 1 of the 2 subfloor instructions.

��� C.� "Super-Cush II":

������� 1.� Install sleepers end to end across the short dimension of the room (or at right angles to the main playing floor) with joints staggered to a minimum of 24 inches.�

������� 2.� Space sleepers 12 inches o.c. for 25/32-inch-thick flooring.�

������� 3.� Space sleepers 16 inches o.c. for 33/32-inch-thick flooring.

������� 4.� Install plywood diagonally over sleepers, space all sides 1/4 inch and securely nail or staple to sleepers.

������� 5.� Install plywood across short dimension of the room, providing 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and breaking joints 4 feet.

 

��� D.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Install finished flooring parallel with the main playing court.

������� 2.� Power nail or staple 9 inches on center.

Retain paragraph above and delete below if "Super-Cush" system with 25/32 inch flooring is required.� Retain paragraph below and delete above if "Super-Cush II" or 33/32 inch flooring is required.

������� 3.� Power nail or staple 12 inches on center.

 

������� 4.� Allow 2 inches expansion space at walls and permanent obstructions.� Provide sufficient expansion spacers at regular intervals in surface of flooring during installation to provide for expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

*** END OF SUPER-CUSH AND SUPER-CUSH II FLOOR SYSTEMS;

BEGIN SUPER-SHOCK FLOOR SYSTEM ***

��� B.� Provide "Super-Shock Floor System."

 

2.2 MATERIALS

 

��� A.� Vapor Barrier:� 6 mil polyethylene.

 

��� B.� Resilient Underlayment:�

������� 1.� Stage 1:� 1/4-inch, multicellular, linear linked, closed cell polyethylene foam (Super Foam).� Density PCF 2.0 nominal.

������� 2.� Stage 2:� 3/8 x 2-1/4 x 3 inch pads with fully enclosed air channels.

 

��� C.� Subfloor:� 15/32 x 48 x 96 inches APA rated sheathing, Exposure 1, southern yellow pine.

 

��� D.� Flooring:

������� 1.� Domestic manufacture, mixed grain TGEM KD Northern Hard Maple, MFMA graded and trade marked.�

Delete 3 of the 4 following paragraphs.

������� 2.� 25/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 3.� 25/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

������� 4.� 33/32 inch x 1-1/2 inches.

������� 5.� 33/32 inch x 2-1/4 inches.

Delete 2 of the 3 following paragraphs.

������� 6.� First Grade.

������� 7.� Second and Better Grade.

������� 8.� Third Grade.

 

��� E.� Fasteners:� 2-inch coated staples or 2-inch barbed cleats.

 

��� F.� Expansion Voids:

������� 1.� Wall base:� 4 x 3 inches heavy duty molded, vented, rubber cove base, with premolded outside corners.

������� 2.� Aluminum thresholds:� 3/16 x 6 inches beveled both sides, mill finish.

 

��� G.� Finish:� "Superior Gym Seal & Finish."

������� 1.� Game line paint:� Compatible with finish, and approved by finish manufacturer.

 

 

PART 3� EXECUTION

 

3.1 EXAMINATION

 

��� A.� Concrete Subfloor:

������� 1.� Verify that subfloor is completed, free of dirt, dust, debris, grease, or other contaminants.

������� 2.� Verify that subfloor has a smooth troweled finish.

������� 3.� Verify that subfloor is flat to a tolerance of 1/8 inch measured with a 10-foot straightedge.

������� 4.� Verify that subfloor has cured at least 60 days.

Specify concrete flatness and finishing requirements, referenced in the previous paragraph, in Division 3 concrete section.

������� 5.� Verify that depression complies with manufacturer's recommendations.

 

3.2 INSTALLATION

 

��� A.� Install vapor barrier over entire concrete slab lapping joints 6 inches and sealing with duct tape.

 

��� B.� Cover vapor barrier with foam underlayment, sealing joints with duct tape.

 

��� C.� Fasten 32 resilient pads to underside of each sheet of plywood underlayment, spacing at 12 inches on center and 6 inches from each edge.� Install first layer of plywood subflooring parallel with long dimensions of the room, 1/4-inch spacing on all the edges; break joints 4 feet.� Provide 2 inches of expansion void at perimeter and all permanent obstructions.

 

��� D.� Lay second layer of plywood either diagonally or on a 90 degree angle to the first layer.�

������� 1.� Provide 1/4-inch spacing on all edges and breaking joints 4 feet.�

������� 2.� Attach second layer of plywood with nails or staples 12 inches on center.

 

��� E.� Install finished flooring parallel with main playing court by power nailing or stapling approximately 12 inches on center.

������� 1.� Size joints between flooring strips to allow for intermediate expansion in accordance with local humidity conditions.

������� 2.� Provide 2-inch expansion voids at the perimeter and all vertical obstructions.

*** END OF SUPER-SHOCK FLOOR SYSTEM. ***This is the end of system-specific text.� The text below is common to all floor systems.

 

Edit the text below in accordance with the editing instructions given, and to suit project requirements.

3.3 FLOOR SANDING

 

��� A.� Machine sand with coarse, medium and fine paper to smooth, even, uniform surface.

 

��� B.� Remove all sanding dust from entire surface, including cracks, by tack or vacuum.

 

3.4 FINISHING

 

��� A.� Inspect entire area of the floor to ensure that surface is acceptable for finishing and is completely free from sanding dust, drum stop marks, gouges, streaks, and shiners.

 

��� B.� Apply 2 coats of seal material and 2 coats of finish material.�

������� 1.� Buff and clean floor between each coat.�

������� 2.� Paint game lines as shown on drawings between seal and first coat of finish.�

 

3.5 BASE INSTALLATION

Delete 1 of the 2 following paragraphs.

��� A.� Affix resilient base to wall with recommended adhesive.� Neatly miter inside and outside corners.�

 

��� B.� Install wood base in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

If thresholds are not specified in Part 2, above, delete the following paragraph and specify flooring transition elsewhere in the specifications.

��� C.� Install aluminum thresholds;� anchor securely in concrete floor beyond limits of wood flooring.

 

3.6 CLEANING

 

��� A.� Clean stained or soiled surfaces.

 

��� B.� Remove scraps and debris from the site.

 

3.7 PROTECTION

 

��� A.� Do not allow traffic of any kind on completed floors - whether foot or wheeled vehicle, without the express approval of the Architect.

������� 1.� Provide heavy kraft protection paper, secured against displacement, for occasional and essential foot traffic.

 

��� B.� Provide continuous, 24-hour-per-day climate control (heating, air conditioning, and ventilation) during installation and after flooring completion, and until Substantial Completion and acceptance by the Owner.

������� 1.� Maintain ambient temperature and relative humidity within the requirements specified under Delivery, Storage, and Handling, above.

 

 

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