SECTION 09 64 00

WOOD FLOORING

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Solid hardwood flooring.

B. Engineered hardwood flooring.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.

B. Section 09 90 00 - Painting and Coating.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).

B. National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA).

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B. Product Data:
1. Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used.
2. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
3. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4. Typical installation methods.
5. Conditional lifetime warranty.

C. Verification Samples: Two representative units of each type, size, pattern and color.

D. Shop Drawings: Include details of materials, construction and finish. Include relationship with
adjacent construction.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in

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 this section with a minimum five years documented experience.

B. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with

minimum two years documented experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.
1. Installer to be certified by the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA).

C. Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to
ensure uniformity.

D. Mock-Up: Construct a mock-up with actual materials in sufficient time for Architect's review
and to not delay construction progress. Locate mock-up as acceptable to Architect and
provide temporary foundations and support.
1. Intent of mock-up is to demonstrate quality of workmanship and visual appearance.
2. If mock-up is not acceptable, rebuild mock-up until satisfactory results are achieved.
3. Retain mock-up during construction as a standard for comparison with completed
work.
4. Do not alter or remove mock-up until work is completed or removal is authorized.

1.6 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE

A. Convene a conference approximately two weeks before scheduled commencement of the

Work. Attendees shall include Architect, Contractor and trades involved. Agenda shall
include schedule, responsibilities, critical path items and approvals.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store and handle in strict compliance with manufacturer's written instructions and
recommendations.

B. Protect from damage due to weather, excessive temperature, and construction operations.

C. Comply with NWFA guidelines.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits

recommended by manufacturer and the NWFA for optimum results. Do not install products
under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Manufacturer's conditional lifetime warranty.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Allegheny Mountain Hardwood Flooring, which is located at: 501
Main St.; Emlenton, PA 16373; Toll Free Tel: 800-867-9441; Email:request info
(jessica@hickmanwoods.com); Web:https://alleghenymountainhardwoodflooring.com/

B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60

00 - Product Requirements.

2.2 FLOORING

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A. Solid Hardwood:
1. Standards Compliance: FSC Certified.
2. Thickness: 3/4 inch (19 mm).
3. Strip Width: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
4. Strip Width: 3 inch (76 mm).
5. Strip Width: 4 inch (102 mm).
6. Strip Width: As designated on the Drawings.
7. Plank Width 5 inch (127 mm).
8. Plank Width 6 inch (152 mm).
9. Plank Width 7 inch (178 mm).
10. Plank Width 8 inch (203 mm).
11. Plank Width 9 inch (229 mm).
12. Plank Width 10 inch (254 mm).
13. Plank Width 11 inch (279 mm).
14. Plank Width 12 inch (305 mm).
15. Plank Width: As designated on the Drawings.
16. Lengths of Normal Runs: Random lengths of 12 to 87 inches (203 to 2210 mm)
nested bundles. Average Length: 42 inch (1067 mm).
17. Lengths Available Upon Request: 7 to 12 feet (2134 to 3658 mm) all clear or all
natural.
18. Lengths (in/mm): ________.
19. Lengths: As designated on the Drawings.
20. Edges: Tongue and groove and end matched.
21. Edges: Square.
22. Edges: Micro bevel.
23. Edges: As designated on the Drawings.
24. Species: White Oak.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Live sawn.
c. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
25. Species: Red Oak.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Live sawn.
c. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
26. Species: Black Walnut.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
27. Species: Beech.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
28. Species: Cherry.
a. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
29. Species: Hard Maple.
a. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
30. Species: Hickory.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
31. Species: Aspen (ceiling).
a. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
32. Grade: Clear.
33. Grade: Select.
34. Grade: Natural.
35. Grade: Millrun.
36. Finish: Unfinished.
37. Finish: Prefinished.
38. Surface Texture: _______.

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 39. Surface Texture: Hand Scraped.
40. Surface Texture: Wire Brush.
41. Surface Texture: Hand crafted edges.
42. Surface Texture: Circle Sawn.
43. Surface Texture: Manufacturer's standard.
44. Strip Installation Method: Nail.
45. Strip Installation Method: Staple.
46. Plank Installation Method: Nail.
47. Plank Installation Method: Staple.
48. Plank Installation Method: Glue.
49. Parquet Flooring: Herringbone.
50. Parquet Flooring: Chevron.
51. Parquet Flooring: Basketweave.
52. Application: Above grade.
53. Application: On grade.

B. Engineered Hardwood:
1. Standards Compliance: FSC Certified Domestic Product, LEED Qualified.
2. Thickness: 5/8 inch (16 mm).
3. Thickness: 3/4 inch (19 mm).
4. Wear Layer: 0.157 inch (4 mm)
5. Wear Layer: 0.236 inch (6 mm)
6. Construction: 9 Multi-Layer Plywood, Formaldehyde-Free Low VOC Glue.
7. Strip Width: 2-1/4 inch (57 mm).
8. Strip Width: 3 inch (76 mm).
9. Strip Width: 4 inch (102 mm).
10. Strip Width: As designated on the Drawings.
11. Plank Width 4 inch (102 mm).
12. Plank Width 5 inch (127 mm).
13. Plank Width 6 inch (152 mm).
14. Plank Width 7 inch (178 mm).
15. Plank Width 8 inch (203 mm).
16. Plank Width 9 inch (229 mm).
17. Plank Width 10 inch (254 mm).
18. Plank Width 11 inch (279 mm).
19. Plank Width 12 inch (305 mm).
20. Plank Width: As designated on the Drawings.
21. Lengths of Normal Runs: Random lengths of 2 to 12 feet (610 to 3658 mm) nested
bundles. Average Length: of 42 inch (1067 mm).
22. Edges: Tongue and groove and end matched.
23. Edges: Square.
24. Edges: Micro bevel.
25. Edges: As designated on the Drawings.
26. Species: White Oak.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Live sawn.
c. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
27. Species: Red Oak.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
28. Species: Black Walnut.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
29. Species: Beech.
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.

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 30. Species: Cherry.
a. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
31. Species: Hard Maple.
a. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
32. Species: Hickory (Hickory is Mill Run Only).
a. Cut Type: Rift and quarter sawn.
b. Cut Type: Plain sawn.
33. Grade: Clear.
34. Grade: Natural.
35. Grade: Millrun.
36. Finish: Unfinished.
37. Finish: Prefinished.
38. Surface Texture: _______.
39. Surface Texture: Hand Scraped.
40. Surface Texture: Wire Brush.
41. Surface Texture: Hand crafted edges.
42. Surface Texture: Circle Sawn.
43. Surface Texture: Manufacturer's standard.
44. Installation Method: Nail.
45. Installation Method: Staple.
46. Installation Method: Glue.
47. Parquet Flooring: Herringbone.
48. Parquet Flooring: Chevron.
49. Parquet Flooring: Basketweave.
50. Application: Above grade.
51. Application: On grade.
52. Application: Below grade.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly constructed and prepared.

B. Install after interior temperature and humidity conditions can be maintained to mimic normal
temperature and humidity conditions for the permanent system.

C. Verify substrate moisture content meets manufacturer's recommendations.

D. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect in writing of

unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer and per NWFA
guidelines for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Install vapor retarder as recommended by wood flooring manufacturer.

B. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, per NWFA

guidelines, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

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 A. Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in
Division 01.

B. Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate

sections in Division 01.

3.5 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Limit foot traffic on finished flooring.

B. Protect from damage during construction. Wood flooring covered during construction is to be
completely covered to maintain color consistency.

C. Clean products in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

D. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION

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