Installation

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Proper installation is critical to carpet performance. Carpet installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and with the industry standard, CRI Carpet Installation Standard 2011 (PDF 811 KB) Need Help with PDF?, will escape many common problems, such as the development of wrinkles and buckles, zippering and seam failure. A professional installer will understand these guidelines and know that carpet must be installed correctly to perform satisfactorily over time. Most school carpet is installed using the direct glue method, whereby the carpet is adhered directly to the sub floor with an adhesive. CRI recommends that adequate adhesive be applied and that seams are secured with seam sealers to prevent the most common causes of installation complaints with school carpet.

QUICK TIPS FOR SCHOOLS

• Choose a carpet that meets or exceeds the minimum CRI specification (see guidelines below).
• Require a carpet, cushion and/or adhesive that has been certified as part of the CRI Green Label or Green Label Plus program.
• Require a qualified installer who adheres to CRI Carpet Installation Standard 2011 (PDF 811 KB) and the manufacturer's guidelines.
• Specify a planned, scheduled maintenance program - one that is suggested (or required by the warranty) by the manufacturer or recommended by CRI.

SCHOOL CARPET Minimum AVERAGE SPECIFICIATONS

Download the School Carpet Minimum Average Specifications Guidelines to assist specifying appropriate carpet for a school. The items listed are minimums for carpet. When possible, talk with the carpet manufacturer about specific enhancements to provide the best carpet that is affordable for your school » Read More (PDF 52 KB)

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