User Manual Q&AAnswer
Apr 30, 2025 - 05:05 AM
Yes, you can install trafficMASTER HL1044 High Gloss Jatoba Laminate Flooring in your basement. However, there are certain requirements that need to be met. The concrete subfloor must be cured, clean, and flat and level with a tolerance of 3/16 inch for every 10 feet. A minimum moisture barrier of 6 mil (0.006 inch) virgin polyethylene sheet is required. The concrete subfloor must also have a moisture content of less than 5% as per the Tramex Concrete Moisture Encounter, or less than 3 lbs. per 1000 square feet per 24 hours per Calcium Chloride test (ASTM F-1869), or less than 2.5% per Calcium Carbide (CM) test (ASTM D-4944-04 modified). It is important to ensure that the basement is in a normal living condition, with a room temperature of 60°F-80°F and a relative humidity (RH) level of 35%-60%. It is recommended to consult the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer for detailed guidance on installing the flooring in a basement.
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