Aacer Cush II- A Traditional Floating Floor System.
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One of the most widely accepted athletic floor systems because it reduces injuries and improves athletic performance. Known for its increased structural integrity, it is ideal for field houses, gymnasiums, dance floors and multipurpose rooms.
- Increased structural integrity
- Improved athletic performance
- Shock absorption/energy return
- Injury reduction
- Traditional sports performance
- Versatility
- Ideal for field houses, gymnasiums, dance floors, and multi-purpose rooms
2.1 - Materials
A. Vapor barrier shall be 6-mil polyethylene.
B. Resilient Subfloor Pads
1. AacerFlex 3/4" x 2 1/4" x 2 1/4" Performance Pad
C. Subfloor
1. Pre-engineered panels as manufactured by Aacer, consisting of one solid layer of APA rated plywood and two cantilevered layers of APA rated plywood sleepers 19/32" with offset attachment.
D. System anchors shall be modified steel drive pins or hammer drive pins 3/8" diameter flat head minimum 2" long, with a minimum 500 psi pullout strength.
E. Flooring shall be Aacer Maple, 25/32" x 2 1/4" 2nd & Better Grade Northern Hard Maple flooring tongued, grooved and end-matched as manufactured by Aacer Flooring, LLC, graded, marked and stamped in accordance with the standards established by the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA).
Options:
- Sizes - 25/32" x 1 1/2"; 33/32" x 1 1/2"; and 33/32" x 2 1/4"
- Grades - First Grade and Third Grade
- Treating - treat with WOODLIFE F® for a minimum three minute immersion.
F. Floor Fasteners shall be 2" barbed cleats or coated staples.
3.1 - Pre- Installation
A. Floor installer shall verify slab tolerance of concrete and report any corrections to General Contractor and Architects in writing. Room shall be broom cleaned and free of any foreign material.
B. Floor installer shall document site and working conditions prior to and during installation. This documentation shall become a part of any warranty or may or may not affect fulfillment of any warranty.
3.2 - Installation
A. Cover entire slab with 6-mil polyethylene, sealing and lapping joints a minimum of 6".
B. Subfloor
1. AnchorFlex panels shall be laid perpendicular to finish flooring using stair step method. Each panel shall be anchored to concrete over bottom plywood using minimum 2" steel drive pins 14" O.C. and 4" from ends.
Options:
- Pre-engineered panels may be laid at 45 degree angles (criss cross fashion) to finish flooring.
C. Aacer Maple Flooring
1. Install Aacer maple flooring parallel with the long dimension of room. Flooring shall be power nailed or stapled every 10" to 12" with all end joints properly driven tight (approximately 5.33 attachments per square foot).
2. Expansion joints may be required between flooring strips intermittently throughout the floor. Requirements will be determined by site and geographical conditions.
3. Provide a 2" expansion void at all walls and permanent obstructions.
3.3 - Floor Sanding
A. Machine sand floor with coarse, medium, and fine paper to a smooth surface, free from edger marks and drum drops.
B. Remove all sanding dust and lint from entire surface by vacuum and/or tack.
3.4 - Finishing and Gamelines
A. Inspect entire floor to be sure surface is able to accept seal/finish. Floor should be free from dust and debris.
B. Apply two coats of Aacer seal and two coats of Aacer finish per manufacturer's label instructions.
C. Floor shall be buffed, cleaned and tacked between coats.
D. Gamelines - apply game lines and logos as indicated by drawings. Paint shall be compatible with Aacer finish.
3.5 - Base Installation
Install vent cove base to walls with cove base adhesive and/or mechanical attachment. Use pre-molded outside corners and mitered inside corners.
3.6 - Documentation
Provide job condition documentation to owner with any warranties.
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