1. What applications is this product designed for?
Multi-Purpose tiles are designed for commercial/residential use in garages, workshops, showrooms, warehouses, retail stores, commercial/ home gyms, churches, schools, hospitals, offices, aircraft hangars, etc.
2. Can you park your car on the tiles?
Yes! Our Multi-Purpose tiles are specifically designed to support the weight of automobiles and other heavy objects. The structural integrity is derived from our patent pending design.
3. What tools are needed for installation?
No special tools are required. A soft mallet is recommended to tap the tiles in place. A utility knife and straight edge allows trimming.
4. Are the floor tiles resistant to liquid spills?
Multi-Purpose tiles are resistant to most solvents and chemicals. (it is recommended that all spills are cleaned up immediately) Patented AirDry™ design allows trapped moisture to flow from underneath and evaporate.
5. Is there any special prep work required?
Sweeping or mopping floor prior to installation is recommended. Interlocking floor tiles made from Flexible PVC or similar materials typically get harder to install in cold weather conditions. Therefore, it is recommended that both the floor, and floor tile be kept at approximately 60 to 70 degrees F for 24 to 48 hours prior to, and during the installation.
6. How do you finish the edges of the tiles?
Finished edging is compatible with ALL Multi-Purpose tiles. Trim Kits are available in Black, Gray, Blue, Beige and Metallic Graphite. Each kit includes: (4) Corners and (14) straight pieces. (about 26 linear feet)
7. Does the floor have anti-fatigue and anti-slip properties?
Good anti-slip and fatigue relieving properties, improving safety and productivity.
8. Does this floor provide insulation?
Multi-Purpose tiles provide excellent thermal and acoustic insulation.
9. Can we replace tiles that are worn or damaged or to change color patterns?
Multi-Purpose tiles provide ultimate flexibility, allowing you to access and replace tiles in any part of the floor without having to pull up a section or the entire floor.
10. How do should we clean/maintain the product?
Clean with a damp mop or cloth using mild soap/detergent and water.
11. Can the tiles be used outdoors?
Yes, however even though our Multi-Purpose tiles are infused with a UV-inhibitor prolonged sun exposure can cause color fading. Some styles work better for outdoor use like our vented design. This design allows moisture to flow thru and it allows for less expansion and contraction when exposed to the elements of Mother Nature.
12. Is there any Latex contained in this product?
No there is no latex.
13. Are these tiles rated for children's play areas?
The purchaser should pay special attention to all codes, laws, specifications and ratings for products specifically used in play areas, playgrounds, and other recreational uses where the safety of children and others are concerned. This product is not rated for outdoor playground use.
14. The fire marshal is requiring me to verify the fire rating for this product can you provide that information?
The fire ratings are as follows:
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION STANDARD UNIT OF MEASUREMENT Multi-Purpose Flooring
Flame Spread DIN51960 A/NFPA 235 1995 Critical Rad Flux Class 1
Fire Resistance NSI/ASTM E648 979 Ohms Class 1
15. Can this product be used under or around exercise equipment?
This product is ideal for commercial and home gyms because of it's durability. Added protection is recommended in free weight lifting areas since our PVC flooring is only 0.25" thick. Many users like our NORSK™ Sport tiles with Rhino-tec finish for these areas.
16. I'm concerned about allergies with my children what is the Multi-Purpose flooring made of?
Raw material composition consists of a proprietary blend of PVC and other polymers to provide specific performance characteristics.
17. Is this product safe for children to play on?
This product has been tested using standard child safety testing for children's toys.
ASTM 963-96a Title16
CFR part 1500.50
Standard Safety Protection for Children's products
18. What grade of quality are Multi-Purpose tiles?
Multi-Purpose tiles are made from the highest quality raw materials available. This includes the use of virgin materials where appropriate and quality control processes not used by any other manufacturer. Our state of the art manufacturing capabilities allow us to maintain tolerances that others cannot duplicate. As a result NORSK™ PVC floor tiles are the highest quality products available in the market today.
19. What size are the tiles and how much area does a box cover?
Tile Size = 18.3" x 18.3" x .250" = 2.32 sq. ft.
Package Sizes: (6) pack box covers 13.95 sq. ft.
20. What floor Style and Colors are available?
Raised Diamond: Dove Gray, Metallic Graphite and Metallic Pewter
Raised Coin: Black, Dove Gray and Beige
Vented: Dove Gray
Rhino-tec™ Sport Floor: Black and Dove Gray
21. How do you contact us?
Either call our customer service number at 888-443-9058 or email us at customerservice@norsk-stor.com
