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1 Job well done! It s a reflection on you. Innovative underlay for rigid floors

2 index Beacons products Our History Underlay for FLOATING LAMINATE & engineered floors INTRO... 5 Selection Guide FOIL Dpm.... /Commercial Energy.... /Commercial Heavy /Commercial Heavy /Commercial Iso-Sound Heavy /Commercial Commercial Heavy Commercial Extra Heavy Commercial 18 Underlay for Fixed Engineered & solid wood floors INTRO Selection Guide Slatted Glu-Thru Installation , 300+, 1000 Slatted.... /COMMERCIAL 23 Adhesive Installation , 300, 1000 Adhesive /Commercial 25 Adhesive+ Installation Adhesive /Commercial 27 Technical Overview Sales Support Accessories

3 OUr history Why acoustalay? Our experience and understanding of the flooring industry and the function of underlay combined with our confidence and technical knowledge has enabled us to develop our Acoustalay range. The most cost effective solution available. Why pay more for less The Acoustalay range has been manufactured and distributed since 1986 by Beacons Products, one of the UK s leading foam and rubber converters. Beacons have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since laminates were first introduced into the UK and Ireland in the early 1990s. With a company focus on products that are fit for purpose, the high performance and long life of the Acoustalay range has quickly established itself as the professional s choice. Produced from a unique formula, Acoustalay offers a complete, fully tested and certified range, meeting industry standards exactly. With a 10 year guarantee Acoustalay gives you underlay matched to your needs from domestic to extra heavy commercial grades. With products developed for acoustically sensitive areas and for use with underfloor heating and with vapour or DPM barriers, Acoustalay will meet the specific needs of your installation. 3

4 Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Beacons Advertisement p07.indd 5 26/5/10 14:55:15 Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Beacons Advertisement p07.indd 3 26/5/10 14:54:42 Meets European Producers of Laminate Flooring standards Beacons Advertisement p07.indd 6 26/5/10 14:55:30 OUr advertising Strictly the best! Why compromise? What lies beneath? A great performance needs talent and experience. To get the job right, craftsmen need the best materials. Support and reliability through our experience and use of tested materials. Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Acoustalay gets top marks time and time again. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k Acoustalay ticks all the boxes. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k Acoustalay gives you strength in depth. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k Job well done! It s a reflection on you. Traffic report Not just any old foam A beautiful, long lasting finish requires expert craftsmanship and the best materials. When crowds are expected strength and durability is the only solution. Disappointed? Never again! Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Established in 1986 Beacons Products have been engineering underlay for rigid floors since Why Compromise? Best performance Best choice Best value Acoustalay will always enhance your reputation. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k Acoustalay can take the strain. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k Acoustalay for a specially blended formula. w w w. a c o u s t a l a y. c o. u k 4

5 Underlay for floating FLOORS If the underlay fails, the floor fails 1 the All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm layer between floor and the sub-floor for spot levelling: Acoustalay is tested so when the appropriate grade is selected for the correct application, compression is minimised with no more than 10% thickness loss over a period of 10 years when under load. This gives a minimum of 1.8mm protection between the floor and the sub-floor ensuring spot levelling for the life of the floor Compressive Creep Comparison at 2 Load Acoustalay will compress no more than 10% over the life of the floor (10 years) % THICKNESS Overload Compression When 20% compression is exceeded cellular foams fail as the cell structure becomes damaged and can no longer recover its original thickness. 80 Low density non-x-linked foam underlays (widely used for packaging) ,000 5,000 10, months TIME (hours) 2 the All underlay must not deflect by more than 0.5mm to protect joints from premature wear. Acoustalay is fully tested and will take a force of a minimum of 20 = equivalent to 2 tonnes on the joint without exceeding the 0.5mm limit. 5

6 RangE & SELECTION 11 underlays to choose from with easy selection. Retail (POS) display cartons, top up pallet trays or contractor Midi Rolls. selection guide for floating laminate & engineered floors European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved TYPICAL USE JOINT PROTECTION THICKNESS PRODUCT (MAX LOAD) (COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH) (SPOT LEVELLING) 200 Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm) 250 Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 250 FOIL CONCRETE FLOORS Bedroom Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) NEW EASY ADHESIVE on overlapped option DPM Manufactured to PIFA Standard 6/83A: DPM HIGH MOISTURE AREAS Kitchen Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) DPM DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE 250 ENERGY HIGH MOISTURE AREAS ENERGY SAVING Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 300 Kitchen Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) NEW tile or roll for easy installation 300 COARSE SURFACES Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 5mm (4.5mm) 300 ISO-SOUND ACOUSTIC Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 4mm (3.7mm) 1000 HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS Office Hotel Room Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 1500 ACOUSTIC + HEAVY LOADING Heavy Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm) 3500 ACOUSTIC + EXTRA HEAVY LOADING Extra Heavy Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm) Estimated values from known test results. 6

7 (Compressive Creep) The value given in is the maximum load which can be applied to the underlay so that the loss in thickness remains below 10% after 10 years loading time. The higher the value the greater its ability to withstand heavy furniture. JOINT PROTECTION (Compressive Strength) A minimum value of 20/2000kg/m 2 is advisable to prevent potential damage of the tongue and groove system (click or non-click laminate) when puncture load is applied; the higher the value the greater its resistance to tongue and groove damage. THERMAL INSULATION VAPOUR BARRIER IN-ROOM SOUND QUALITY TRANSMITTED SOUND REDUCTION (protection/spot levelling) Low 0.059m 2 K/W 0.090m 2 K/W (UNDERFLOOR HEATING) (MOISTURE) Surface + Embedded Surface + Embedded (DRUM) + YES 0.085m 2 K/W Surface Embedded + DPM 0.094m 2 K/W High Surface Embedded Surface DPM 0.122m 2 K/W (IMPACT) 22dB 19dB 19dB 19dB 19dB Underlay needs to be thick and elastic enough to compensate for small protruding particles found on the smoothest of floors. By doing so, it prevents the creation of undesirable sound bridges and rocking caused by the new floor coming into contact with the sub-floor. A minimum of 1.5mm thickness is recommended for moderately smooth structural floors. Beacons recommend a minimum of 1.8mm for normal use. resistance to heat transfer; relevant if heat loss is important or underfloor heating is to be used. Suitability for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating systems is indicated. (See Technical Overview on page 29 for more information) m 2 K/W Surface + Embedded YES 22dB Vapour Barrier (Moisture) When installed as directed, using waterproof tape the underlay will prevent the penetration of moisture. High 0.15m 2 K/W Surface YES 22dB Acoustalay 250 DPM and energy offer a complete damp proof membrane (DPM) for use when sub-floor moisture level is greater than 4%. High 0.15m 2 K/W Surface YES In-room Sound 0.073m 2 K/W Surface + Embedded YES 20dB The perceived level of noise an action (footsteps etc.) will produce in the room. Min reduction Max reduction Low 0.052m 2 K/W Low 0.050m 2 K/W Surface + Embedded Surface + Embedded YES YES 20dB 16dB See pages for Technical Overview Transmitted Sound Reduction (impact) The noise an action (footsteps etc.) will transmit to the room below. Min reduction db Max reduction db 7

8 200 FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS Acoustalay 200 is ideally suited to domestic applications with typical installations including bedrooms, spare rooms and living rooms. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Innovative underlay for rigid floors Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm spot levelling) Low 0.059m 2 K/W Reduction (impact) 22dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. If laid on a concrete sub-floor a separate vapour barrier should be used. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Installation 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor Butt the edge of each roll tightly against the previous. Taping the joints between rows may assist in this process. Do not overlap the Acoustalay. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. 8

9 250 Innovative underlay for rigid floors FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS Acoustalay 250 is ideally suited to domestic applications with typical installations including bedrooms, spare rooms and living rooms. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.090m 2 K/W Reduction (impact) 19dB If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. If laid on a concrete sub-floor a separate vapour barrier should be used. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor Butt the edge of each roll tightly against the previous. Taping the joints between rows may assist in this process. Do not overlap the Acoustalay. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. 9

10 250 FOIL FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS Innovative underlay for rigid floors Acoustalay 250 FOIL is ideally suited to domestic applications with typical installations including bedrooms, spare rooms and living rooms. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Concrete floors Bedroom Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.085m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 19dB METALLISED VAPOUR BARRIER Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved N.B. Please install with metal surface upwards. 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor. If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the edge of the next row tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation 10

11 250 DPM* Innovative underlay for rigid floors without overlap with 200mm overlap DPM Manufactured to PIFA Standard 6/83A:1995 FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE Acoustalay 250 DPM is designed for use in areas where a damp problem has not been rectified and the moisture level in the subfloor is above 4% volume. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) High Moisture Areas Kitchen, /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) New easy adhesive strip on overlapped option 0.094m 2 K/W YES (DPM) Reduction (impact) 19dB Installation If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. N.B. Images show installation of 250 DPM without overlap. 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor. 2 WITH OVERLAP The first row of Acoustalay should be laid with the DPM overlap up the wall trimmed back to 20mm (minimum). Butt the next row of Acoustalay tightly against the first, overlapping the 200mm DPM overlap and using the integral adhesive strip (recommended for a complete seal). All rows, including the last, should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 2 WITHOUT OVERLAP The first row of Acoustalay Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. Butt the next row of Acoustalay tightly against the first. Carefully tape the joints with waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. * Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) for guaranteed performance. Manufactured to PIFA Standard 6/83A: mµ 1000 gauge 11

12 250 ENERGY FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS /commercial Acoustalay 250 ENERGY is ideally suited for use in areas with high moisture (above 4% volume) or for extra insulation. Ideal for use beneath surface underfloor heating (ribbon, wire etc). (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Innovative underlay for rigid floors High Moisture Areas Energy Saving Kg/m 2 /Commercial Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) DPM DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE High 0.122m 2 K/W YES (DPM) Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Reduction (impact) 19dB European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved Used with ribbon type surface mounted underfloor heating systems, tests show Acoustalay 250 ENERGY can reduce heating cycle times when compared to standard Acoustalay 250, reducing energy costs. REAL ALUMINIUM SURFACES Reduce ENERGY COSTS If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a damp proof membrane, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation 12

13 300 Innovative underlay for rigid floors FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS H /COMMERCIAL Acoustalay 300 is ideally suited to heavy domestic applications with typical installations including living rooms, kitchens and hallways. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Kitchen Hallway Kg/m 2 H /Commercial Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.088m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 22dB If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. 13

14 300 FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS Innovative underlay for rigid floors H /COMMERCIAL Acoustalay 300 is ideally suited to heavy domestic applications with typical installations including living rooms, kitchens and hallways. Suitable for use beneath surface underfloor heating (ribbon, wire etc). (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Coarse Surfaces Hallway Kg/m 2 H /Commercial Kg/m 2 5mm (4.5mm spot levelling) High 0.15m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 22dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Estimated values from known test results. Installation European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 1 Ensure the floor is clean and flat*. Place the Acoustalay tiles in rows (as demonstrated above) at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering the area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. N.B. Images show installation of 300+ TILE (for installation of roll version see page 13) If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. 14

15 300 ISO-SOUND Innovative underlay for rigid floors FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS H /COMMERCIAL Acoustalay 300 ISO-SOUND is ideally suited to acoustically sensitive areas. Suitable for use beneath surface underfloor heating (ribbon, wire etc). (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) acoustic Hallway Kg/m 2 H /Commercial Kg/m 2 4mm (3.7mm spot levelling) High 0.15m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/ spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Estimated values from known test results. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. 15

16 1000 FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS commercial Innovative underlay for rigid floors Acoustalay 1000 is ideally suited to commercial applications with typical installations including hallways, offices and hotel rooms. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) High Traffic Areas Office Hotel Room Kg/m 2 Commercial Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.073m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 20dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Installation 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. 16

17 1500 Innovative underlay for rigid floors FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS heavy commercial Acoustalay 1500 is ideally suited to heavy commercial applications with typical installations including offices, boutiques, cafés, canteens and acoustically sensitive areas. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) acoustic + heavy loading Kg/m 2 Heavy Commercial Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm spot levelling) Low 0.052m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 20dB If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. Installation * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. 17

18 3500 FOR USE WITH FLOATING FLOORS Extra heavy commercial Innovative underlay for rigid floors Acoustalay 3500 is ideally suited to extra heavy commercial applications with typical installations including snooker rooms, public buildings, shops, offices and acoustically sensitive areas. Suitable for use with underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) acoustic + EXTRA HEAVY LOADING Extra Heavy Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 2mm (1.8mm spot levelling) Low 0.050m 2 K/W YES Reduction (impact) 16dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Installation 1 Ensure floor is clean and flat*. Unroll at 90º to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor If laid on a concrete sub-floor so the Acoustalay is to be used as a vapour barrier, the first row should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. Butt the next row edge tightly to the first, ensuring that they do not overlap. Carefully tape the joints using a waterproof tape. All rows, including the last, should also be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid. 3 Lay the flooring on top of the Acoustalay, referring to the manufacturer s instructions. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If original skirting is not removed then lay the 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. 18

19 Underlay for fixed FLOORS If the underlay fails, the floor fails 1 All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm layer between the floor and the sub-floor for spot levelling. Acoustalay is tested so when the appropriate grade is selected for the correct application, compression is minimised with no more than 10% thickness loss over a period of 10 years when under load. This gives a minimum of 1.8mm protection between the floor and the sub-floor ensuring spot levelling for the life of the floor. 2 All underlay must minimise deflection to protect the joints from premature wear. Acoustalay offers three alternative products for use with fixed floors. Acoustalay Slatted With slots to glue the floor directly to the sub-floor. Acoustalay ADHESIVE Easy to use method reducing installation time! Acoustalay is fully tested and will take a force of a minimum of 20 = equivalent to 2 tonnes on the joint without exceeding 0.5mm deflection. Acoustalay ADHESIVE With integrated vapour barrier and easy adhesive strip eliminating the need for separate vapour barrier when laid on concrete floor. Patent Pending 19

20 RangE & SELECTION 7 underlays to choose from with easy selection. Retail (POS) display cartons, top up pallet trays or contractor Midi Rolls selection guide for fixed engineered & solid wood floors (Compressive Creep) The value given in is the maximum load which can be applied to the underlay so that the loss in thickness remains below 10% after 10 years loading time. The higher the value the greater its ability to withstand heavy furniture. TYPICAL USE JOINT PROTECTION THICKNESS PRODUCT (MAX LOAD) (COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH) (SPOT LEVELLING) 250 SLATTED Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 300 SLATTED COARSE SURFACES Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 5mm (4.5mm) 1000 SLATTED HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS Office Hotel Room Commerical Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 250 ADHESIVE Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 300 ADHESIVE Kitchen Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) 1000 ADHESIVE HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS Office Hotel Room Commerical Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) New easy adhesive strip 250 ADHESIVE Kitchen Hallway /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm) JOINT PROTECTION (Compressive Strength) A minimum value of 20/2000kg/m 2 is advisable to prevent potential damage of the tongue and groove system when puncture load is applied; the higher the value the greater its resistance to tongue and groove damage. (protection/spot levelling) Underlay needs to be thick and elastic enough to compensate for small protruding particles found on the smoothest of floors. By doing so, it prevents the creation of undesirable sound bridges and rocking caused by the new floor coming into contact with the sub-floor. A minimum of 1.5mm thickness is recommended for moderately smooth structural floors. Beacons recommend a minimum of 1.8mm for normal use. 20

21 (See Technical Overview on page 29 for more information) resistance to heat transfer; relevant if heat loss is important or underfloor heating is to be used. Suitability for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating systems is indicated. Vapour Barrier (Moisture) If laid where sub-floor moisture is <4% a separate vapour barrier should be used. Where sub-floor moisture is >4% a damp proof membrane (DPM) should be used. (See accessories on page 31) THERMAL INSULATION VAPOUR BARRIER IN-ROOM SOUND QUALITY TRANSMITTED SOUND REDUCTION (UNDERFLOOR HEATING) (MOISTURE) (DRUM) (IMPACT) 0.090m 2 K/W Embedded 19dB High 0.15m 2 K/W 22dB 0.073m 2 K/W Embedded 20dB Embedded 0.090m 2 K/W 19dB 0.088m 2 K/W 0.073m 2 K/W Embedded Embedded 22dB 20dB Transmitted Sound Reduction (impact) The noise an action (footsteps etc.) will transmit to the room below m 2 K/W Embedded YES 19dB Min reduction db Max reduction db Estimated values from known test results. See pages for Technical Overview In-room Sound The perceived level of noise an action (footsteps etc.) will produce in the room. Min reduction Max reduction 21

22 SLATTED FOR USE WITH ENGINEERED & SOLID WOOD FLOORS Installation Innovative underlay for rigid floors Acoustalay Slatted enables floor to be glued directly to sub-floor. The precut slots ensure minimum adhesive used while the Acoustalay provides for perfect spot levelling. Acoustalay 250 and 1000 SLATTED are suitable for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating. (Operating temperature -50ºC to +100ºC) 1 Ensure the floor is clean and flat*. Simply unroll on to a prepared sub-floor with the precut slots perpendicular to the length of the wood. Place together edge to edge. Do not overlap. To assist laying apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor and tape the joints between each row. 1 2 Apply a high strength elastic adhesive at a width of 8mm and a height of 8mm in to all precut slots to form a secure bond between wood boards and sub-floor. The nozzle should be held vertically to the substrate. 2 3 Remember to leave expansion gaps in accordance with floor fitting instructions. It is important that the first row is laid completely straight (do not assume the wall is straight). Position wood boards carefully and firmly and press in to the adhesive until they lay taut to the previous row. The wood boards can then be positioned using a hammer and an impact block. Continue until the floor area is covered. 3 This system is designed for accurately cut tongue and groove boards (min: 3x) with a minimum board size of 300x50x12mm and a maximum board thickness of 28mm. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. 22

23 250 SLATTED Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.090m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 19dB 300 SLATTED HEAVY DomESTIC /COMMERCIAL COARSE SURFACES Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 5mm (4.5mm spot levelling) High 0.15m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 22dB 1000 SLATTED commercial High Traffic Areas Office Hotel Room Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.073m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 20dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the floor, underfloor heating system and adhesive to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Estimated values from known test results. 23

24 ADHESIVE FOR USE WITH ENGINEERED & SOLID WOOD FLOORS Installation Innovative underlay for rigid floors Easy to use Acoustalay adhesive (Self Adhesive Backed) Significantly reduces installation time. Acoustalay 250 and 1000 ADHESIVE are suitable for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to +100ºC) 1 Ensure the floor is clean and flat*. 2 If laid on a concrete sub-floor, a separate vapour barrier should be used and positioned with a minimum of 20mm up the walls. This will be concealed behind the new or refitted skirting once the floor is laid, otherwise proceed to step 3. 3 Simply unroll the in rows as demonstrated, at 90 to the direction of the floor with the release liner facing upward, covering the area to be laid. Each row of should be measured to allow extra length up the wall at the leading edge approximately one board width plus 100mm. 4 To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor. Do not overlap the. 5 Peel back the release liner from the extra length of all rows of the. Then cut off the exposed foam only, leaving the liner intact. (As spare liner becomes available during the installation it can be re-applied to these pieces which can be retained for later use). 6 Fold the extra length of liner down onto the newly trimmed rows, giving a double layer of liner onto which the first row of boards can be laid. 7 Remember to leave expansion gaps in accordance with floor-fitting instructions. It is important that the first row is laid completely straight (do not assume the wall is straight). Carefully position the first row of boards, gluing the header joints (board ends). 8 Once the first row is positioned, a portion of the liner will still be visible. Grip this and gently pull back from under the boards, while retaining pressure on the flooring to keep it in place. 9 CAUTION: Once the floor contacts the adhesive it will not be possible to re-adjust its position. 10 For ease of installation ensure that the release liner remains underneath the last fitted row. If pulled too far at any stage simply press carefully back into place. 11 Install further rows by laying the flooring on top of the folded liner and, once in position, pull back the liner from the row by row * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. you will need: wood glue for board ends If original skirting is not removed then lay the vapour barrier 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Installation temperature 5º to 50ºC 24

25 250 ADHESIVE Bedroom Spare Room Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.090m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 19dB 300 ADHESIVE HEAVY DomESTIC /COMMERCIAL Kitchen Hallway H /Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.088m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 22dB 1000 ADHESIVE commercial High Traffic Areas Office Hotel Room Commercial Kg/m Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.073m 2 K/W ReduCTIOn (impact) 20dB Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the floor and underfloor heating system to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Estimated values from known test results. 25

26 ADHESIVE FOR USE WITH ENGINEERED & SOLID WOOD FLOORS Installation Innovative underlay for rigid floors Self Adhesive Backed Underlay with integrated 125mµ PE film vapour barrier. Eliminates the need for a separate vapour barrier. Saves installation hassle, time & money. Suitable for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to +100ºC) 1 Ensure the floor is clean and flat*. 2 Unroll at 90 to the direction of the floor, covering area to be laid. To assist laying, apply double-sided tape to the perimeter of the sub-floor. 3 If laid on a concrete sub-floor, the first row of should be laid starting on the right hand side of the room with the release liner facing upward and vapour barrier facing downwards. Each row of should be measured to allow extra length up the wall at the leading edge approximately one board width plus 100mm. 4 Second row to be laid over the underlapping vapour barrier so that the foam is flush to the previous row (do not overlap the foam). Once in place carefully remove the adhesive strip to secure into position. 5 Last row to be fitted should be laid with a minimum of 20mm up the wall. 6 Peel back the release liner from the extra length of all rows of the. Then cut off the exposed foam only, leaving the liner intact. (As spare liner becomes available during the installation it can be re-applied to these pieces which can be retained for later use). 7 Fold the extra length of liner down onto the newly trimmed rows, giving a double layer of liner onto which the first row of boards can be laid. 8 Remember to leave expansion gaps in accordance with floor-fitting instructions. It is important that the first row is laid completely straight (do not assume the wall is straight). Carefully position the first row of boards, gluing the header joints (board ends). 9 Once the first row is positioned, a portion of the liner will still be visible. Grip this and gently pull back from under the boards, while retaining pressure on the flooring to keep it in place. 10 CAUTION: Once the floor contacts the adhesive it will not be possible to re-adjust its position. 11 For ease of installation ensure that the release liner remains underneath the last fitted row. If pulled too far at any stage simply press carefully back into place. 12 Install further rows by laying the flooring on top of the folded liner and, once in position, pull back the liner from the row by row. New easy adhesive strip self adhesive backed underlay incorporating our integral, overlapping vapour barrier Integral overlapping vapour barrier Eliminates the need for separate moisture barriers Acoustalay 250 underlay Proven performance, guaranteed for 10 years Integral flooring adhesive No need for separate adhesives or secret nailing Foam underlay edges butt together N.B. Please see Adhesive installation and images on page 24 for further details. * A flat sub-floor means deviations of less than 2mm over 2.5m. you will need: wood glue for board ends If original skirting is not removed then lay the vapour barrier 20mm up the skirting and conceal with appropriate scotia/trim. Installation temperature 5º to 50ºC 26

27 250 ADHESIVE FOR USE WITH ENGINEERED & SOLID WOOD FLOORS /COMMERCIAL Acoustalay 250 ADHESIVE is ideally suited to installations of solid wood floors on concrete sub-floor eliminating the need for separate vapour barrier. Suitable for use with sub-floor embedded underfloor heating. (Operating temperature 50ºC to 100ºC.) Kitchen Hallway /Commercial Kg/m 2 New easy adhesive strip Kg/m 2 (2.7mm spot levelling) 0.090m 2 K/W YES Patent Pending Reduction (impact) 19dB If the underlay fails, the floor fails All underlay must provide a minimum of 1.5mm protective layer between the floor and sub-floor (spot levelling) and deflect no more than 0.5mm to protect the joints. Always read and follow the guidelines supplied with the underfloor heating system and/or floor to be fitted. should be used as an insulating/spot levelling layer between the floor to be laid and the sub-floor. Estimated values from known test results. European Producers of Laminate Flooring Approved 27

28 Technical overview HOME, OFFICE, factory introduction The Acoustalay range offers the most cost effective solution available. For home, office or commercial applications, we offer a range of solutions which are fully tested to industry standards and guaranteed for 10 years. (PROTECTION) - Spot Levelling Underlay needs to be thick and elastic enough to compensate for small protruding particles found on the smoothest of floors. By doing so, it prevents the creation of undesirable sound bridges and rocking caused by the new floor coming into contact with the sub-floor. A minimum of 1.5mm thickness is recommended for moderately smooth structural floors. Beacons recommend a minimum of 1.8mm for normal use. When applied correctly the Acoustalay range achieves a minimum of 1.8mm protection for the life of the floor. - Compressive Creep Compressive creep is measured (being equal to thickness loss over time under a specified load) according to EN1606 and EN The value given in is the maximum load which can be applied to the underlay so that the loss in thickness remains below 10% after 10 years loading time. This data is of particular importance in relation to heavy furniture. The higher the value the greater its ability to withstand heavy furniture. Acoustalay range: 2-35 (200Kg/m Kg/m 2 ) joint protection Joint protection - Compressive Strength Compressive strength is measured at 0.5mm deformation according to acc. ISO 844 resp. EN A minimum value of 20 is advisable to prevent potential damage of the click or tongue and groove systems when puncture load is applied. The higher the value the greater its resistance to tongue and groove damage. Acoustalay range: (2000Kg/m Kg/m 2 ) 28

29 In-room Sound Quality (Drum) Drum sound (also called room, emitted or reflected sound) is defined as a perceived level of noise inside a room created by footsteps, falling toys and other impact sources. The internal test methods adopted relate to the Impact sound Transmission of laminate flooring is measured according to ISO using a tapping hammer on the floor. Results are expressed as a single value called impact sound improvement index Lw (db) EPLF norm Within the Acoustalay range the higher the rating (four star being the highest) the better the perceived noise within the room. Transmitted Sound Reduction (Impact) which basically describes the noise level in an underneath located room once with and once without the floating floor. The higher the value the lower the noise level in the room underneath the floor. Reduction (impact) Acoustalay range: 16dB upwards - Resistance resistance is measured according to In the case of surface under floor heating (ribbon ISO 11092:BS EN and is relevant if or wire type) the Acoustalay will lie between either underfloor heating is in use, or if heat loss the sub-floor and the heating system. In this is an issue. case, with the Acoustalay below the heating With sub-floor embedded under floor heating the system it will provide an insulating layer against Acoustalay will lie on top of the heated floor. heat loss through the sub-floor and will not offer According to EN1264 Part 3 Floor Heating an impediment to heat travelling upwards into System & Components, the thermal resistance the room. Similarly where under floor heating Rµ, B of all materials (underlay, laminate, wood is not in use the Acoustalay will provide an etc.) laying on top of a heated floor should not insulating layer against heat loss through the exceed 0.150m 2 K/W to prevent unnecessary sub-floor. In either case a high thermal insulation increase of the flow temperature of the heating value will be beneficial. system. Hence in this case the lower the value of the Acoustalay the greater the flexibility in the choice of flooring. Acoustalay range: 0.05m 2 K/W m 2 K/W Underfloor heating Vapour Barrier (Moisture) Moisture content of all mineral sub-floors (cement, screed floor, ceramic and stone tiling) can vary and needs to be ascertained. European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF) Code of Practice for the installation of laminate flooring recommends the Magnesium moisture test (CM) test for measuring relative humidity. A maximum moisture content within a cement screed sub-floor must be kept to < 2.0CM% with a relative humidity not exceeding 60% RH. To protect floors and to minimise the risk of possible damage from rising damp, use only Acoustalay products with an integrated vapour barrier with waterproof joint sealing tape. Acoustalay products are tested to ISO % RH) for moisture barrier performance. The EPLF code of practice requires a minimum thickness of 0.2mm of PE foil which equates to an SD Value (M) of 20. All Acoustalay products with an SD value of 20 or greater pass the EPLF requirements, eliminating the need for additional barriers. For areas where sub-floor moisture level is >4%, a damp proof membrane (DPM) should be used. 29

30 SALES SUPPORT & SUPPLY FLEXIBILITY Easy selection from our comprehensive range The Acoustalay range has been carefully structured to include underlays that match all domestic and commercial applications. Superior quality and long life The X-linked construction and special blend of the polyolefin formula used results in underlays that will perform as specified, protecting the floor for at least 10 years. Superb value Acoustalay Offers the customer superb value when considering cost and long term performance of their floor. CHOICE OF DELIVERY OPTIONS Retail point of sale (pos) display cartons Top up pallet trays contractor midi rolls (Normally below 25kgs and suitable for access through standard doorways) PALLETISED LOADS FOR EASY DELIVERY/STORAGE Top Up Trays (Retail Mini Rolls) Retail (Pos) Display Cartons Contractor Midi Rolls 30

31 accessories We have devised an easy-to-find-and-use website focussed on helping the customer choose the right product (Acoustalay ) and find a local supplier. vapour barrier Vapour Barrier for use where sub-floor moisture level is <4%. 125mµ 500 gauge. Easy to use interactive selection tool with printable product information. A comprehensive list of Tier One stockists with directions to their stores and links to their websites. Full product technical information with printable downloads. Latest product and promotional news and updates. A customer support facility providing advice and technical information. DPM Manufactured to PIFA Standard 6/83A:1995 damp proof membrane Damp Proof Membrane (DPM) for use where sub-floor moisture level is >4%. Offering guaranteed performance. Manufactured to PIFA Standard 6/83A: mµ 1000 gauge. Waterproof JOINT SEALING tape double-sided POSITIONING tape To assist positioning Acoustalay with easy release finger lift backing liner. 31