ComfortBase™
The single-ply concrete flooring system
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 Comfort Base is perfect for finishing
basements or improving concrete slab
floors. Say good-bye to cold feet. Now
there is a solution to cold concrete floor
problems which will increase the floor
surface temperature, cushion your feet,
provide for a healthier environment and
install with ease.
Increase your floor surface temperature
with twice the insulation of wood. By
providing a constant thermal break from
cold concrete floors your rooms will feel
warmer. This will help reduce your
heating bills. |
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 Reduce foot, leg and back pain caused by standing, sifting or walking
on concrete floors. Comfort Base is a resilient board which cushions
unforgiving concrete. Yet it is structural and durable enough for heavy
traffic and moving furniture.
The uniquely engineered bottom surface provides a built in ventilation
system. This allows concrete to breath naturally without causing
panels to curl or bow. A vented room is a healthy room. Comfort Base
is easy to install. By following our float method for installation under
carpet and pad you eliminate the need for stubborn mechanical
fasteners.
Do not suffer through another cold footed morning. Walk barefoot around the house. Let the kids
play on the floor. Just make sure you have Comfort Base between you and your concrete floors.
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STORAGE AND PROTECTION
Comfort Base should be stored flat at all times prior to installation. Store inside when possible. For
exterior storage, Comfort Base should be placed above ground on pallets and covered by exterior
tarpaulins.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
A) General Requirements
Temperature and humidity conditions closely approximating those which will exist when building is
occupied shall be maintained before, during and after the application of panels. Installation shall
not be made when building is excessively cold, hot and/or damp. All panels shall be removed
from plastic covered units and separated not less than 24 hours prior to installation to allow material
to acclimate. For below grade applications the use of a dehumidifier and a vapor barrier is highly
recommended. During installation, all panel edges must be spaced 3/16" from adjoining
panels and 3/8" from all walls and partitions to allow for expansion and contraction. On
runs over 50', provide 1/2" expansion joint. All panel joints must be staggered regardless
of panel size. In all cases, either slab or concrete floor, the concrete must be dry prior to
attachment. Comfort Base is not recommended for application in areas where moisture is
present.
NOTE: Bowing of panels away from the grid side is normal prior to application.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Density lb./ft.3 ........................................................26-28
Tensile parallel to surface,
psi (min.) .......................................................450-700
Transverse M.O.R., psi (min.) .......................750-1000
Water absorption by vol. (max.)
(2 hrs. immers.) ......................................................5%
(24 hrs. immers.) .................................................15%
Noise Reduction Coefficient .................................0.20
R-Value 1/2" ..............................................................1.2
Flame Spread .........................................Class III (or C)
Panel Size (nominal) ............................1/2" x 48" x 48"
B) Installation for use with Carpet and Pad.
FLOATING METHOD
(no adhesive or fasteners required)
- 1/2" thick by 1-1/2" wide wood strip shall first be nailed and/or glued to concrete at all
locations where tackless strips are to be used.
- Lay panels in position grid side down. Allow 48 hrs. prior to installation of carpet and pad.
- Tackless strips are nailed to the top of wood nailers followed by 'the installation of carpet and
pad.
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BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCES
BOCA-Research File 455
ICBO-Report No. 1016
SBCC-Report No. 9590
F.H.A.-Materials Release 930d
Acoustic Test Data
INR + 19 IIC 70. Construction as tested:
Comfort Base applied with adhesive to 5"
concrete slab and covered with 32 oz. hair felt
pad and 24 oz. Carpet. Kodaras Acoustical
Lab. Test No. L- 188-1-64
Comfort Base may be used with laminate
floors, following manufacturers
installation instructions. |
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