November 21, 1997

Contract \# **TW-0928**AQ-1486A

SPECIAL SPECIFICATION

SECTION 09682-S

[BROADLOOM CARPET]{.underline}

[Page]{.underline}

PART 1- GENERAL

1.01 Description of Work 2

1.02 References 2

1.03 Submittals 3

1.04 Quality Assurance 3

1.05 Test Requirements 4

1.06 Delivery, Storage and Handling 4

1.07 Sequence and Scheduling 4

1.08 Warranty 4

PART 2- PRODUCTS

2.01 Manufacturers 6

2.02 Materials 6

2.03 Accessories 7

PART 3- EXECUTION

3.01 Examination 8

3.02 Preparation 8

3.03 Installation 9

3.04 Cleaning 10

3.05 Protect

SPECIAL SPECIFICATION

SECTION 09682-S

[BROADLOOM CARPET]{.underline}

# PART 1 - GENERAL

## 1.01 [DESCRIPTION OF WORK]{.underline}

A.  Furnish and install broadloom carpet, vinyl base adhesives and all
    accessories as shown on Contract documents, required to perform all
    work indicated.

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A.  Related Sections: Refer to the following sections for related work:

1\. Division 9, Section "Resilient Tile Flooring" for vinyl base and
transition strips.

## 1.02 [REFERENCES]{.underline}

A. [American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
(AATCC)]{.underline}

16E Colorfastness to Light: Watercooled Xenon-Arc Lamp, Continuous Light

134 Electrostatic Propensity of Carpets

166 Colorfast Carpets - AATCC Crockmeter Method

B. [American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM)]{.underline}

> D2859 Flammability of Finished Textile Covering Materials
>
> E648 Critical Radiant Flux of Floor-Covering Systems Using a Radiant
> Heat Energy Source
>
> E662 Specific Optical Density of Smoke Generated by Solid Materials

C. [Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)]{.underline}

FF-1-70 Methenamine Pill Test

D. [National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)]{.underline}

285T Smoke Density (DBS)

E. [Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL)]{.underline}

## 1.03 [SUBMITTALS]{.underline}

A. [General]{.underline}: Submit the following in accordance with
provisions of Section 1300-S, "Descriptive Submittals."

B. [Product Data]{.underline}: Submit manufacturer's product literature
and installation instructions for each type of carpeting material and
installation accessory required.

C. [Samples]{.underline}

1\. Submit manufacturer's standard size samples showing full range of
colors, textures and patterns available for each type of carpet
required.

2\. Submit samples of each type of exposed edge stripping, and accessory
item showing full range of standard colors.

D. [Shop Drawings]{.underline}: Submit a seaming diagram, showing each
area to be carpeted and location of seams, molding and edge strips.

E. [Maintenance Manual]{.underline}: Submit manual or carpet
manufacturer's recommendations for the care, cleaning and maintenance of
carpeting.

F. [Certification]{.underline}

1\. Submit manufacturer's certificate stating all materials are
asbestos-free and lead paint-free.

2\. Submit certificate stating that the manufacturer and installer
comply with Quality Assurance requirements. Include a minimum of five
(5) references, complete with addresses, telephone numbers and contact
persons for installations within the time period indicated.

3\. Submit manufacturer's certificate stating that materials furnished
comply with specified requirements. Include supporting independent
certified laboratory testing data indicating that material meets
specified test requirements.

4\. Submit Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for adhesives, leveling
compounds and primers required.

5\. Submit sample warranty showing compliance with requirements.

## 1.04 [QUALITY ASSURANCE]{.underline}

A. [Manufacturer Qualifications]{.underline}: Firm (material producer)
with not less than five (5) years of production experience, whose
published literature clearly indicates general compliance of products
with requirements of this section.

B. [Installer Qualifications]{.underline}: Firm with not less than five
(5) years of experience in installation of commercial carpet of type,
quantity and installation methods similar to work of this section.

C. [For each colorway]{.underline}, per floor, furnish carpet from one
dye lot only.

## 1.05 [TEST REQUIREMENTS]{.underline}

A. [Flame and Smoke Resistant Standards:]{.underline} Provide carpet
complying with rating as indicated for the following:

1\. [Flooring Radiant Panel Test:]{.underline} ASTM E648, Class I.

2\. [Smoke Density Test]{.underline}: NFPA 258T or ASTM E662, 450
maximum.

3\. [Methenamine Pill Test]{.underline}: Self extinguishing (CPSC
FF-1-70 or ASTM D2859).

B. [Lightfastness]{.underline}: 4.0 minimum at 60 hours (AATCC 16E).

C. [Crocking]{.underline}: 4.0 minimum wet or dry (AATCC 166).

D. [Static Electricity (AATCC 134)]{.underline}: 3.5 KV at 20 percent
R.H., 70 degrees F (21 degrees C).

## 1.06 [DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING]{.underline}

A. [Deliver materials]{.underline} to site in original factory wrappings
and containers, clearly labeled with identification of manufacturer,
brand name, quality or grade, fire hazard classification, and lot
number.

B. [Store materials]{.underline} in original undamaged packages and
containers, inside well-ventilated area protected from weather,
moisture, soiling, extreme temperatures, humidity; laid flat, blocked
off ground to prevent sagging and warping. Maintain temperature in
storage area above 40 degrees F (4 degrees C).

C. [Comply with instructions]{.underline} and recommendations of
manufacturer for special delivery, storage, and handling requirements.

## 1.07 [SEQUENCE AND SCHEDULING]{.underline}

> [Coordinate work]{.underline} of this section with other work to
> ensure that installed carpeting materials are not damaged or soiled.

## 1.08 [WARRANTY]{.underline}

A. [Submit a written warranty]{.underline} signed by the manufacturer,
installer, and the general contractor, guaranteeing to correct failures
in carpeting which occur within two (2) years after completion, without
reducing or otherwise limiting any other rights to correction which
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) may have under the contract
documents. Failures are defined to include faulty workmanship or faulty
materials. Corrections shall include repair or replacement.

B. Manufacturer shall also warrant the following:

1\. [Wear]{.underline}: Warrant that the carpet will lose no more than
10 percent by weight of pile face fiber during the life of the carpet
when installed and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's
procedures.

2\. [Anti-Static]{.underline}: Lifetime.

# PART 2 - PRODUCTS

## 2.01 [MANUFACTURERS]{.underline}

A.  [Manufacturers]{.underline}: Provide carpet by Lees Commercial
    Carpets Division/Burlington Industries, Inc. The specific types are
    listed below. These Carpet and color selections also apply to the
    Finish Key on Drawing 105632/A1, Sequence \# 192.

> F1 Feature Carpet, Lees Bottega, Custom Color T-54509.TB (9/4/97)
>
> F2 Base Carpet, Lees Pebbleweave, Custom Color T-55378.TB (11/4/97)
>
> B. **No Substitutions.**

## 2.02 [MATERIALS]{.underline}

[Compatibility]{.underline}: Provide carpet, adhesives, and other
related materials that are compatible with one another and with
substrates under conditions of service and application.

A. [Grade]{.underline}: Heavy Commercial.

B. [Face Pile]{.underline}: Continuous Filament Nylon - Type 6.6 or 6\'
vinly backed w/dual nonaqueous moisture barrier.

C. [Construction]{.underline}: Tufted Broadloom.

D. [Style]{.underline}: Loop Graphic.

E. [Pile Height]{.underline}: Minimum 0.177 inches (4.50 mm).

F. [Stitch Rate]{.underline}: 8.5 or more stitches per inch (33.5
stitches/10 cm). Average density: 7000 minimum

G. [Gauge]{.underline}: Minimum 1/8 (8 ends per inch) (2.54 mm).

H. [Pile Face Weight:]{.underline} 20 oz. (740 g) minimum.

I. [Pile Face Weight]{.underline}: 26 oz. (740 g) minimum.

J. [Primary Backing]{.underline}: Woven polypropylene.

K. [Secondary Backing]{.underline}:

1\. [6 feet (1.8 m) Width]{.underline}: 100 oz (2800 g) PVC backing.

L. [Total Width]{.underline}: 6 feet (1.8 m)

M. [Total Weight]{.underline}: 60 oz./sq. yd. (1701 g/sq. m).

N. Product must meet CRI indoor air quality \"Green Label Program\"

M.  

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A.  Series/Color: **See** finish key and specifications of materials
    legend on drawing 105632/A1.

## 2.03 [ACCESSORIES]{.underline}

A. [Carpet Edge Guard, Nonmetallic]{.underline}: Extruded or molded
heavy-duty vinyl or rubber carpet edge guard of size and profile
required with minimum 2-inch (51 mm) wide anchorage flange; colors
compatible with carpet furnished.

B. [Cutback Neutralizer]{.underline}: "Henry 335" Flooring Underlayment
Powder with "Henry 336" Latex Liquid Additive, as manufactured by W.W.
Henry Company or approved equal.

C. [Floor Patching Compound]{.underline}: "Henry 33," as manufactured by
W.W. Henry Company or approved equal.

E. [Miscellaneous Materials]{.underline}: As recommended by
manufacturers of carpet and other carpeting products for intended
application.

F. [Adhesive for Carpet]{.underline}: Provide water-resistant,
releasable, non-staining type as recommended by carpet manufacturer
which complies with flame spread rating required for the carpet
installation.

G. [Concrete Sealer]{.underline}: Provide concrete sealer compatible
with carpet backing material and adhesive.

# PART 3- EXECUTION

## 3.01 [EXAMINATION]{.underline}

A. [Examine substrates]{.underline} for moisture content and other
conditions under which carpet is to be installed. Notify SDR in writing
of major conditions detrimental to proper completion of the work. Do not
proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

B. [Field verify]{.underline} all dimensions and other work conditions
affecting the installation of carpet.

## 3.02 [PREPARATION]{.underline}

A. [General]{.underline}

1\. [Repair minor holes]{.underline}, cracks, depressions or rough areas
using floor patching/leveling compound.

2\. [Clear away debris]{.underline} and scrape up cementitious deposits
from surfaces to receive carpet; vacuum clean immediately before
installation. Apply sealer to prevent "dusting" through installed carpet
over concrete.

3\. [Sequence carpet installation]{.underline} with other work to
minimize possibility of damage and soiling of carpet during remainder of
construction period.

4\. [Maintain room temperature]{.underline} at minimum 60 degrees F (15
degrees C) for at least 24 hours prior to installation and relative
humidity at approximately that at which the area is to be maintained.

B. [Concrete (No Previous Flooring Materials Removed)]{.underline}:
Apply a compatible concrete sealer coat at the rate recommended by the
sealer manufacturer. Acid etch concrete if recommended by sealer
manufacturer.

C.

## 3.03 [INSTALLATION]{.underline}

A. [General]{.underline}: Perform glue down installation in accordance
with manufacturer's instructions, except where more stringent
requirements are shown or specified, and except where project conditions
require extra precautions or provisions to ensure satisfactory
performance of the work.

1\. [Comply with]{.underline} carpet instructions for direction of
carpet; maintain uniformity of carpet direction and lay of pile.

2\. [Extend carpet]{.underline} under open-bottomed obstructions and
under removable flanges and furnishings, and into alcoves and closets of
each space.

3\. [Provide cut-out]{.underline} where required, and bind cut edges
where not concealed by protective edge guards or overlapping flanges.

4\. [Follow manufacturer's instructions]{.underline} for cutting carpet,
using tools designed to cut type of carpet materials being installed.

5\. [At door openings]{.underline}, orient carpet seam perpendicular to
traffic direction; doorway seam shall be located directly underneath
door in closed position.

B. [Glue Down Installation]{.underline}

1\. [Before applying adhesive to substrate]{.underline}, pre-fit carpet
in area where it is to be installed. Where cutting is necessary, provide
properly prepared, straight, and unfrayed edges.

2\. [Apply a full spread of adhesive]{.underline} in an even layer to
substrate, using trowel of carpet manufacturer's recommended notch size.
Follow MSDS instructions for ventilation requirements.

3\. [Install prefitted carpet]{.underline}; butt edges snugly at seams
and against vertical obstructions.

a\. Stretch carpet tightly over substrate, so that it lies flat, is
uniformly smooth, and free of bulges.

b\. Apply seaming cement to butted edges.

4\. [Install edge guards]{.underline} at exposed carpet edges unless
indicated otherwise; provide secure attachment to substrate.

5\. [After installation]{.underline}, lightly roll carpet as recommended
by carpet manufacturer.

6\. [Immediately remove adhesive]{.underline} from surface of carpet by
method which will not damage carpet.

C. [Miscellaneous Installation, Stairway Carpeting]{.underline}: Install
per manufacturer's installation instructions. Provide vinyl or metal
nosing at each riser. Match adjoining carpet installation.

## 3.04 [CLEANING]{.underline}

A. [Remove and dispose]{.underline} of debris and unusable scraps.

B. [Vacuum carpet]{.underline} using commercial quality vacuum cleaner.
Remove spots and trim loose yarns where required.

## 3.05 [PROTECTION]{.underline}

A. [Protect installation]{.underline} with a nonstaining building paper.
Do not use a moisture barrier such as plastic film.

B. [Do not permit]{.underline} foot traffic or place furniture on
glued-down carpet for a minimum of 48 hours after installation.

Do not wet-clean any glued-down carpet within 60 days of installation.

END OF SECTION