Posted by Brian on February 24, 1998 at 15:54:17:
In Reply to: Re: new vinyl floor bumpy & uneven posted by Dave on February 24, 1998 at 08:55:00:
Dave, Thanks for responding. adding to my plea...
: There are a couple of things I'm wondering about. Are you sure the vinyl manufacturer recommended a multipurpose adhesive for that particular product? Some styles have pure vinyl backings which require special adhesives.
The vinyl I used was a very common, off the roller at Home Depot, felt-backed, Armstrong product.
: But what concerns me more is your method of rolling the floor. Most products require rolling the floor with a 75 to 100 lb. vinyl roller. These rollers are very smooth are are generally available at rental outlets. You
: may even try getting one now and going over it again using arm's length back and forth motion in both directions.
I know it sounds crude, but the CO2 tank I used is pretty darn smooth ( smoother than the bumps bothering me ), and at least 50 lbs, PLUS my body weight of 150 lbs ( the circus act ).
By the way, the floor does seem to be smoothing out some, either that, or I'm getting used to it. I Still wonder if the glue should have been allowed to "tack over", even though the can said not. Any other comments??
Brian ( electrician, not floor pro )
Want a laugh flooring experts?, picture me doing a balancing act atop a CO2 tank, "rolling out my vinyl".