PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES: 12. FLOORING

12.13 Resilient Flooring Joint Not Tight

Acceptable Performance/Condition

Resilient flooring shall be installed with no visible gaps in the joints or gaps in excess of 1mm (1/32”) when viewed under normal lighting conditions in a standing position. The visibility of gaps is dependent on a number of factors including texture, pattern, colour, type of resilient material and lighting. Reflected light, particularly from large windows, exaggerates any irregularity in the floors and should not be considered normal lighting.

Visible seam sealer is not considered to be a defect.

Warranty Coverage

• 12 months In-Home
• 15 months Common Property

Damage resulting from maintenance not conducted by the owner in keeping with maintenance documentation provided to the owner by the warranty provider or builder, or from additions, deletions or alterations made by the owner is not covered under warranty.

Claim Response

Flooring not meeting the Acceptable Performance/Condition is to be rectified.

Joint filler that complies with the flooring manufacturer’s requirements may be used to fill gaps between seams of sheet flooring. Where repairs are required, colour, finish or texture may not have an exact match.

Maintenance Tip

Remove dirt regularly, daily or weekly as required.

Avoid using rubber or other dense-backed mats.