MP global QW100MAX QuietWalk MAX Acoustical Flooring Underlayment Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- MP GLOBAL
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MP global QW100MAX QuietWalk MAX Acoustical Flooring Underlayment
Product Information
Designed for use with| Laminate, Hardwoods & Bamboo, Vinyl Plank, Duravana
Hybrid
Resilient
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Roll Size| 3′ x 33.3′
Thickness| 1.9mm
Material| Metalized vapor barrier with recycled fiber pad
Features| Water protection, sound reduction, insulating value,
antimicrobial treated fibers
Installation| Click/floating floor installation or double-glue
installation
Product Usage Instructions
Click/Floating Floor Installation:
- Ensure the subfloor is clean, smooth, and free of dust and debris.
- Unroll the QuietWalk Max with the film side up and the fiber side down.
- Make sure the underlayment seams run perpendicular to the long dimension of the floor covering.
- Position the underlayment with a minimum 4-inch separation.
Double-Glue Installation
- Double-Glue-Down installations are approved with floor coverings that are a minimum of 4mm in thickness.
- Ensure the subfloor is clean, smooth, and free of dust and debris.
- Unroll the QuietWalk Max with the film side up and the fiber side down.
- Make sure the underlayment seams run perpendicular to the long dimension of the floor covering.
- Position the underlayment with a minimum 2-inch separation.
Designed for use with:
- Laminate
- Hardwoods & Bamboo
- Vinyl Plank
- Duravana Hybrid Resilient
- The secret’s in the SILVER!
- A metalized vapor barrier provides thermal reflectivity to help keep your home comfortable.
Features
Customer Reviews
Saved my bamboo floor
- Had minor flood damage for an unknown amount of time. This underlayment took all the damage and protected the flooring from mold. I was able to reuse the existing flooring over NEW underlayment! Good stuff.
Great product
- Great product, durable, and easy to install. The floors are very quiet with this underlay, and it does help make the flooring feel “warmer.”
Water Protection
QuietWalk MAX premium underlayment provides a moisture management system to
help protect your Flooring investment from both top and bottom side water
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- Vapor & Moisture Protection
- Excellent Noise Reduction
- Home Insulation Value
Specifications
- Sound Insulation
IIC 73, STC 67
- Moisture Emissions Allowance:
NO LIMIT
- Thermal Insulation
R-Value 0.61
- Compression Strength
278.9 psi
Safety & Environment
- Odorless, no VOCs
- Antimicrobial treated fibers
- Approved for use with radiant heat systems
- Made from recycled materials
- LEED compliant
- Click it. Nail it. Glue it.
- Installation Friendly Built In Seam Seal!
Designed for use with:
- Laminate
- Hardwoods & Bamboo
- Vinyl Plank
- Duravana Hybrid Resilient
PREMIUM UNDERLAYMENT & WATER DEFENSIVE BARRIER
GENERAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT MAY BE INSTALLED OVER:
- QuietWalk Max may be used over any subfloor approved by the finished floor covering manufacturer
- Suitable with Radiant Heat Systems
RECOMMENDED USES:
- Residential applications above, on, and below grade
- Floating Vinyl Plank and Tile, Laminate, and Wood Floors
- Commercial double glue applications (4mm or thicker floor covering)
- Interior use in dry, heated areas
SUBFLOOR AND PREPARATION:
- All wood and concrete subfloors must be flat within 1/8” over a 6’ span, or 3/16” over a 10’ span. All areas must be checked prior to installation
- All subfloors must be flat, clean, smooth, and dry
- Sand any rough surfaces and/or uneven joists
- Fill any cracks in concrete or panel joints wider than 1/8” using a recommended patch/leveling product
- For installation over concrete slabs, refer to flooring manufacturer’s recommendations for moisture tolerances
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CLICK/FLOATING FLOOR INSTALLATION:
- Be sure the subfloor is clean, smooth, and free of dust and debris.
- Unroll the QuietWalk Max and flip it over to ensure that the film side is up (fiber side down).
- Make sure the underlayment seams run perpendicular to the long dimension of the floor covering.
- Underlayment must be positioned with a minimum 4” separation between the seams of the underlayment and the seams of the floor covering.
- Trim the perimeter edges of the QuietWalk Max ¼” from all walls and perimeter edges.
- Butt seams together and seal using the factory attached lip and tape system.
- For seams that do not have the lip and tape feature, use a good quality duct tape, at least 2” wide, to seal the seams.
- Install the floor covering according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
DOUBLE-GLUE INSTALLATION
- Double-Glue-Down installations are approved with floor coverings that are a minimum of 4mm in thickness.
- Be sure the subfloor is clean, smooth, and free of dust and debris.
- Unroll the QuietWalk Max and flip it over to ensure that the film side is up (fiber side down).
- Make sure the underlayment seams run perpendicular to the long dimension of the floor covering.
- Underlayment must be positioned with a minimum 2” separation between the seams of the underlayment and the seams of the floor covering.
- Remove the lip portion of the lip and tape system with a utility knife and discard.
- Remove the tape strip cover of the lip and tape system and discard.
- Trim to fit the QuietWalk Max into the target areas leaving a ¼” gap from all walls and perimeter edges.
- Move the trimmed-to-fit underlayment to the side and apply the adhesive.
- Apply a recommended pressure sensitive adhesive using the adhesive manufacturer’s recommended trowel size.
- Once the adhesive has flashed (dried/tacky to the touch) place the trimmed-to-fit underlayment into the adhesive.
- Butt seams together and apply 2” wide clear packaging tape centered over each seam.
- Roll the QuietWalk Max underlayment into the adhesive using a 75lb-100lb roller.
- Mark starting lines on the underlayment for placement of floor covering.
- Apply the floor covering manufacturer’s recommended adhesive using their recommended trowel size.
- Install the floor covering according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
MECHANICALLY FASTENED INSTALLATION:
- Be sure the subfloor is clean, smooth, and free of dust and debris.
- Unroll the QuietWalk Max and flip it over to ensure that the film side is up (fiber side down).
- Make sure the underlayment seams run perpendicular to the long dimension of the floor covering.
- Underlayment must be positioned with a minimum 4” separation between the seams of the underlayment and the seams of the floor covering.
- Trim the perimeter edges of the QuietWalk Max ¼” from all walls and perimeter edges.
- Butt seams together and seal using the factory attached lip and tape system.
- For seams that do not have the factory attached lip and tape system, taping of seams can be done but is not necessary in mechanically fastened applications.
- Install the floor covering according to the manufacturer’s instructions
- Scan to view installation videos, warranty and tips!
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Documents / Resources
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