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Installation Instructions

FloorTac ™

Print Media

To ensure proper installation of FloorTac™ printable PVC fi lm, please follow the recommendations listed below. Drytac recommends its Emerytex® laminating fi lms be paired with FloorTac™ to provide slip resistance.

Recommendations for Installation

  1. The graphic should have a 0.25” (6mm) non-printed border and all corners should be rounded.
  2. FloorTac™ may be used on commercial fl oor tiles, sealed wood, sealed concrete, waxed vinyl, marble, terrazzo, and ceramic tiles.
  3. FloorTac™ must be applied indoors to clean fl oors in excellent condition. The fl oor surface must be clean and free of oil, grease, and coatings. The sealants, coatings, and paints must have excellent adhesion to the fl oor and it must not be loose or uneven.
  4. Clean the fl oor thoroughly and allow it to dry prior to applying the graphic. Use an alcohol moistened, lint- free cloth to remove any grease or oil that may remain. Dry the surface before the alcohol evaporates to prevent a residue being from being left behind.
  5. The graphic must be applied in temperatures above 50º F (10º C).

Application and Removal Instructions

  1. The size of the FloorTac™ graphic aff ects the method of application.
  2. For smaller graphics, remove the release liner found on the rear of the print to expose the adhesive. For larger graphics, pull back 3” (76mm) of the release liner on the top of the graphic to expose a small amount of adhesive. Crease the release liner to create a hinge that holds the exposed adhesive away from the fl oor.
  3. Position the graphic in the intended location, using a squeegee to apply the top of the graphic and work down to remove the air as the graphic is applied from the center outward. Overlap the area with each pass to ensure proper air removal.
  4. Remove any air bubbles that may remain by pushing them out toward the edges of the graphic with the squeegee. Ensure the fl oor graphic is attached fi rmly to the fl oor surface, especially around the edges.
  5. If multiple panels are used, butt the edges together. Do not overlap.
  6. Do not scrub or polish the graphic or its surrounding areas for 24 hours after the application.
  7. The FloorTac™ graphic can be removed by pulling an edge back at an angle and using quick tugs. If the fl oor was previously waxed, it is recommended to wax again once the graphic is removed.

Routine Maintenance

  1. Select fl oor fi nish or wax that meets or exceeds the 0.5 Static Coeffi cient of Friction.
  2. Clean the graphic.
  3. Apply wax using the manufacturer’s recommendations.
  4. Do not use buffi ng equipment over the graphics unless they are waxed regularly.

If high-speed, propane-type buff ers are used, apply 4 - 6 coats of wax to graphic prior to buffi ng. This precaution will reduce the risk of the graphic’s edge wearing prematurely.

Please refer to the FloorTac™ TDS and MSDS for more information.

The technical information, recommendations and other statements contained in this document are based upon testing and experience Drytac believes to be reliable, but the accuracy and or completeness is not guaranteed. Drytac recommends a small test be performed to determine suitability beforehand. This document does not constitute a warranty of any kind.

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Quick start

  1. Print with a 0.25" (6 mm) unprinted border and round all corners.
  2. Clean the floor, let it dry, then wipe with an alcohol-moistened lint-free cloth and dry it before the alcohol evaporates.
  3. Apply indoors at temperatures above 50°F (10°C).
  4. For small graphics remove the whole liner. For large graphics peel back 3" (76 mm) at the top and crease it into a hinge.
  5. Squeegee from the top down and from the center outward, overlapping each pass, and push remaining bubbles to the edges.
  6. Butt multiple panels together without overlapping, and do not scrub or polish for 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions

What floors can FloorTac be applied to?

Commercial floor tiles, sealed wood, sealed concrete, waxed vinyl, marble, terrazzo and ceramic tiles, indoors and in excellent condition. See page 1.

Which laminate should be used with FloorTac?

Drytac recommends pairing it with its Emerytex laminating films for slip resistance. See page 1.

How do I remove a FloorTac graphic?

Pull an edge back at an angle using quick tugs. If the floor was waxed before, wax it again after removal. See page 1.

Can floor graphics be buffed?

Only if they are waxed regularly. Before using high-speed propane buffers, apply 4-6 coats of wax to the graphic to protect its edges. See page 1.