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Amtico Installation FAQs

  • Can Amtico Floor Tiles be laid in a sun room or conservatory? Yes, but because the tile will experience extremes of temperature, Amtico HT Adhesive must be used.  Tiles must be acclimatised to room temperature before installation and then maintained at a constant temperature while the adhesive cures, which will take several hours. It may be necessary to protect the room from direct sunlight by attaching card or paper to the windows.
  • How long after installation should a constant temperature be maintained? Amtico (and other flooring manufacturers) recommend that the temperature should be maintained for at least 24 hours after the installation has been completed. After this time it is important to note that if there are large changes in temperature, the floor tiles may still be liable to expand or contract. We recommend that the floor should not be allowed to cool below 13°C during its' service life.
  • Does plywood need priming? No, the wood does not need priming. 
  • How do I use Amtico on floating floors? Floating floors, often found in sun rooms and conservatories, must be overlaid with 6mm flooring grade plywood fixed in accordance with BS8203 "the code of practice for the installation of resilient flooring". Any gaps, gouges and joints between boards must be filled using an appropriate smoothing compound.
  • How soon after installation can I walk on an Amtico floor? This will depend on the adhesive used and the site conditions, particularly temperature, but it is generally okay to walk on the floor after 8-10 hours, but try to keep movements to a minimum for the first day. Furniture should not be moved in for at least 24 hours. Remember to apply felt pads to the furniture.
  • How soon after installation can the floor be washed? The floor should not be washed for 48 hours.
  • Can Amtico be installed on radiant (under floor heating) floors? Yes, providing the surface temperature does not exceed 27°C (81°F). Remember to switch off the heating for 48 hours before installation, during installation and 48 hours after the installation has been completed. If the heating system is regularly turned up and down, the use of Amtico HT Adhesive should be used to avoid potential gapping.
  • Can tiles be installed over floors containing hot pipes? Yes, tiles can be laid on a screed which incorporates hot water pipes, but these must be insulated and must be laid according to the appropriate building regulation. Insulation should be sufficient to ensure that the surface of the product does not exceed 27°C (81°F). Amtico HT Adhesive should be used to counteract possible expansion and contraction of materials due to temperature changes.
  • Is Amtico suitable for DIY installation? Amtico recommends installation by a trained floor layer for best appearances and validity of the 25 year Guarantee. DIY fitting is not recommended unless you are experienced in subfloor preparation and the layout and laying of high quality floor tiles.
  • Should levelling compounds be used over plywood? No. It should only be necessary to fill joints or surface imperfections using a suitable smoothing compound.
  • Should tiles be pre-conditioned before being laid? Yes. It is very important that the temperature of the area to be installed and the flooring materials must be maintained as close as practicable to a constant temperature between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (81°F) for a period of 24 hours before, during and for 24 hours after installation. Tiles must also be stored flat at all times. 
  • When using plywood, how should the sub-floor be levelled (when necessary)? Levelling compounds must be applied BEFORE putting down the plywood.

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