Installing cork underlayment for tile

Both ends of the roll must curl down towards the subfloor. If the ends curl up, flip material over. Butt cork directly against the isolation barrier already installed. Pull the loose laid material back at least half the length of the roll. Gently return the pulled back material and roll in both directions with a lb roller. Repeat this procedure for the other half of the roll.

Proceed to cover the entire floor making sure all joints are butted together tightly. Our cork underlay accepts any water-based construction adhesive, just be sure that it is a true water-base product.

Any other contact adhesive can cause degradation and deterioration of the cork board. Allow the troweled adhesive to set-up a little before laying the cork underlay.

This allows the liquid in the adhesive time to evaporate while giving a tackier surface for the bonding. One important factor: cork underlayment should NEVER be stapled, nailed or screwed into place it should never be pierced by any metal or other material intended to hold it in place.

It is important to know which direction you intend to lay your floor. Forna cork underlay sheets should be laid perpendicular to the flooring above it. The cork sheets should be staggered as in a bricked pattern. This is known as a running bond pattern. Proceed to cover the entire room, making sure the sheets are tightly butted together, without gaps. Roll the floor in both directions using a 50 to floor roller.

After completion, the MantonCork material should cover the entire floor area without gaps and be securely bonded with any joints tightly butted.

It is recommended that you wait 24hours for the mortar to set before proceeding.