{"id":4313,"date":"2025-03-25T12:53:04","date_gmt":"2025-03-25T11:53:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epi.webstudio.nl\/installation-screed\/"},"modified":"2025-06-18T09:36:20","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T07:36:20","slug":"installation-screed","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/en\/advice\/installation-screed\/","title":{"rendered":"Installation screed"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"4313\" class=\"elementor elementor-4313 elementor-1824\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4f6aea8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4f6aea8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b82206f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b82206f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1c030a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a1c030a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-31d7665 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"31d7665\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Timelapse application of screed\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1beb371 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1beb371\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Purchasing a By EPI seamless floor is a significant investment. We understand that you want to prepare well to make sure that conditions are ideal to realize your floor. <\/p><p>Watch the film to the right to get an idea of how the installation works.<\/p><p>Read below the principles for installation, what preparations need to be done and things that are important after completion.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9b46941 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-video\" data-id=\"9b46941\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"jet-video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-video jet-elements\">\n<div class=\"jet-video jet-video--fa5-compat jet-video-aspect-ratio jet-video-aspect-ratio--16-9\" data-settings=\"{&quot;lightbox&quot;:false,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false}\"><iframe class=\"jet-video-iframe\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay;encrypted-media\" title=\"youtube Video Player\" data-lazy-load=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hAVkk1-gtMc?feature=oembed&amp;start&amp;end&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;autoplay=0&amp;loop=0&amp;controls=1&amp;mute=0&amp;rel=0&amp;modestbranding=0\"><\/iframe>\n<div class=\"jet-video__overlay jet-video__overlay--custom-bg\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi_webp\/hAVkk1-gtMc\/hqdefault.webp);\">\n<div class=\"jet-video__play-button\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-label=\"Video play button\"><span class=\"jet-elements-icon jet-video__play-button-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-play\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M424.4 214.7L72.4 6.6C43.8-10.3 0 6.1 0 47.9V464c0 37.5 40.7 60.1 72.4 41.3l352-208c31.4-18.5 31.5-64.1 0-82.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\t<span class=\"elementor-screen-only\">Play Video<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26c5ced e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"26c5ced\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[],&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f61a503 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f61a503\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Principles of installation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f91e4e5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f91e4e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"415\"><strong data-start=\"342\" data-end=\"413\">Prerequisites for a perfect installation of your By EPI seamless floor<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"462\"><em data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"462\">(Superbase\u00ae, Corestone Nature\u00ae or Quartz R\u00ae)<\/em><\/p><p data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"785\">A seamless floor from <strong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"492\">By EPI<\/strong> is more than a floor &#8211; it is a durable design foundation for your daily life. To ensure that your floor is laid beautifully, strongly and tightly, proper preparation is essential. On this page, you can read <strong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"784\">all about the requirements and conditions for the proper installation of a seamless floor<\/strong>.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"860\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"860\"><strong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"858\">What are the substrate requirements for a seamless floor?<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"930\">For a nice even result, it is important that the substrate:<\/p><ul data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1280\"><li data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1015\"><p data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"1015\"><strong data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"951\">Remaining dry<\/strong> (e.g., with vapor barrier film or ventilated crawl space)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1051\"><p data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1051\"><strong data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1046\">Flat, clean and pressure-resistant<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1137\"><p data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1137\"><strong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1102\">Free of dust, paint residue and silicone sealant<\/strong> (silicone causes stains!)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1204\"><p data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1204\"><strong data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1202\">Has not been in contact with oil, grease or chemical residues<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1280\"><p data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1280\"><strong data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1248\">Does not contain damage or cracks<\/strong> that have not been previously repaired<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h4 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1329\">\u00a0<\/h4><h4 data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1329\">Residual moisture lower limit (very important):<\/h4><ul data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1488\"><li data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1402\"><p data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1402\"><strong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1360\">Sand cement or concrete floor<\/strong>: maximum <strong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1377\">4%<\/strong> (with drop visible)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1488\"><p data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1488\"><strong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1424\">Anhydrite floor<\/strong>: maximum <strong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1443\">0.5%<\/strong> &#8211; must be pre-sanded and pre-treated<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1488\"><p data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1488\"><em data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1575\">Sand-cement subfloors must be at least 28 days old before installation.<\/em><\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1656\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1656\"><strong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1656\">Optimal climatic conditions for seamless floor installation<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1756\">Ideally, the room in which your screed will be installed should meet the following climate requirements:<\/p><ul data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1957\"><li data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1824\"><p data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1824\"><strong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1783\">Ambient temperature<\/strong>: between 15 \u00b0C and 30 \u00b0C (ideal: 18 \u00b0C)<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1878\"><p data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1878\"><strong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1857\">Relative humidity<\/strong>: between 45% and 80%<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1957\"><p data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1957\"><strong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1901\">Floor temperature<\/strong>: at least 10 \u00b0C and at least 3 \u00b0C above the dew point<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2111\">Do you have underfloor heating?<br data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\" \/>Then it must be <strong data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2078\">fully fired up and cooled down according to the official heating up protocol<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/advies\/opstook-en-afkoelprotocol\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2111\">View the protocol here \u2192<\/a><\/p><h3 data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2182\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2182\"><strong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2182\">What should be ready for the screed installation?<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2341\">A By EPI floor is applied with precision by a certified <strong data-start=\"2257\" data-end=\"2272\">EPI Partner<\/strong>. In order to work efficiently, the following practical requirements apply:<\/p><ul data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2805\"><li data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2408\"><p data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2408\">The space is <strong data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2408\">water and windproof, well lit and cleared<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2495\"><p data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2495\">During installation, the room is <strong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2495\">accessible only to the EPI Partner<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2531\"><p data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2531\"><strong data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2517\">Power and water<\/strong> are available<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2588\"><p data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2588\">The floor stays <strong data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2588\">dry from one week before the start<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2662\"><p data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2662\">An <strong data-start=\"2601\" data-end=\"2631\">indoor workstation<\/strong> is available for mixing materials<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2732\"><p data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2732\"><strong data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2698\">Drains, floor pots or wells<\/strong> are level and at proper height<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2805\"><p data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2805\"><strong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2763\">Structural expansion joints<\/strong> are always continued in the screed<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2864\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2864\"><strong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2864\">Points of attention during and after installation<\/strong><\/h3><ul data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"3085\"><li data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2955\"><p data-start=\"2868\" data-end=\"2955\">No room is 100% dust-free: <strong data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2955\">dust ingress cannot always be completely prevented<\/strong><\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"3085\"><p data-start=\"2958\" data-end=\"3085\">If baseboards are already in place: they are <strong data-start=\"3003\" data-end=\"3026\">primed only<\/strong> and can be taped or touched during finishing<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3146\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"3092\" data-end=\"3146\"><strong data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3146\">Extra: Gusto\u00ae and Rocca\u00ae terrazzo seamless floors<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3274\">For a <strong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3195\">Superbase\u00ae Gusto\u00ae<\/strong><strong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3195\"> or Rocca\u00ae<\/strong><strong data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3195\"> seamless floor<\/strong>, the floor is manually grouted and then sanded. Keep in mind:<\/p><ul data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3396\"><li data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3326\"><p data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3326\"><strong data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3297\">More dust formation<\/strong> on walls or lying parts<\/p><\/li><li data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3396\"><p data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3396\"><strong data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3347\">Risk of damage<\/strong> to door frames or baseboards (not covered by warranty)<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3451\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"3403\" data-end=\"3451\"><strong data-start=\"3410\" data-end=\"3451\">Color samples: indication, no guarantee<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3675\">Pre-provided color samples of Superbase\u00ae, Corestone Nature\u00ae or Quartz R\u00ae serve as guidelines. Because seamless floors are finished with natural materials, slight <strong data-start=\"3632\" data-end=\"3664\">variations in color or texture<\/strong> may occur.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3741\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3741\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3741\">Frequently asked questions about screed preparation<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3911\"><strong data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3802\">What should I do before installing a seamless\u00a0<\/strong><span data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3802\"><b>floor?<\/b><\/span><br data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3805\" \/>Make sure the substrate is flat, dry, clean and stable. If necessary, have a residual moisture measurement performed.<\/p><p data-start=\"3913\" data-end=\"4081\"><strong data-start=\"3913\" data-end=\"3967\">Can a seamless floor be laid on top of a tile floor?<\/strong><br data-start=\"3967\" data-end=\"3970\" \/>Yes, in many cases this is possible. We then apply an additional leveling layer. Ask your EPI Partner about the options.<\/p><p data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4246\"><strong data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4129\">How do I know if my floor is dry enough?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4129\" data-end=\"4132\" \/>Your EPI Partner performs a <strong data-start=\"4164\" data-end=\"4179\">moisture measurement<\/strong> beforehand. Without correct moisture readings, we will not start installation.<\/p><p data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4409\"><strong data-start=\"4248\" data-end=\"4287\">Why not use silicone sealant?<\/strong><br data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4290\" \/>Residual silicone can permanently damage the screed. Only use suitable sealants and consult in advance.<\/p><h3 data-start=\"4416\" data-end=\"4456\">\u00a0<\/h3><h3 data-start=\"4416\" data-end=\"4456\"><strong data-start=\"4423\" data-end=\"4456\">Ready for your By EPI floor?<\/strong><\/h3><p data-start=\"4458\" data-end=\"4645\">Proper preparation makes all the difference. Do you have questions or doubts about your substrate? Then contact your <strong data-start=\"4579\" data-end=\"4594\">EPI Partner<\/strong> or schedule an appointment at our <strong data-start=\"4623\" data-end=\"4644\">Experience Center<\/strong>.<\/p><blockquote data-start=\"4647\" data-end=\"4742\"><p data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4742\"><strong data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4742\">By EPI seamless floors are made for life &#8211; and that starts with a careful start.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-971fa0c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"971fa0c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d70a813 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"d70a813\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Almelo-Corestone-Nature-35-980x735-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2041\" alt=\"Corestone Nature Almelo in industrial living room\" srcset=\"https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Almelo-Corestone-Nature-35-980x735-1.jpg 980w, https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Almelo-Corestone-Nature-35-980x735-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/backup.epifloors.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Almelo-Corestone-Nature-35-980x735-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" title=\"\">\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ea4505 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"6ea4505\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d451dad e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d451dad\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a85bd82 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a85bd82\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Prior to installation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eadaab2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"eadaab2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"\" data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"565\">For a tight end result, a clean, stable environment is essential. We assume the following points are taken care of before the EPI Partner starts installing your Superbase\u00ae, Corestone Nature\u00ae or Quartz R\u00ae floor: <\/p><h5 data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"611\">Dust-free delivery of the room<\/h5><ul data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"917\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"746\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"746\"><strong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"662\">All horizontal surfaces are dust-free<\/strong>, such as tops of doors, window frames, window sills, kitchen blocks and baseboards.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"832\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"832\">The room is <strong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"788\">carefully vacuumed<\/strong> &#8211; a broom or hand broom is not enough.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"917\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"917\"><strong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"856\">Prevent dust intrusion<\/strong> while working: keep windows closed and limit walking traffic.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h5 data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"971\">Protection against temperature differences<\/h5><ul data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1166\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"1166\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1166\">To avoid <strong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1023\">sunlight and rapid temperature changes<\/strong>, windows are covered with <strong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1080\">cover material<\/strong> (such as sun protection film or cloths). This prevents uneven drying of the floor. <\/p><\/li><\/ul><h5 data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1208\">Heating &amp; air conditioning<\/h5><ul data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1611\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1367\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1367\"><strong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1304\">The room is heated to a constant 18\u00b0C during the entire installation period<\/strong>, including at night. This allows all layers of the floor to dry properly. <\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1611\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1530\">If a heat pump is present, <strong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1466\">make sure the cooling function is temporarily disabled<\/strong>. This prevents condensation or unintentional cooling of the floor. <\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1611\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1530\"><em data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1611\">Consult with your installer on how to do this safely and temporarily.<\/em><\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ae890fb e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ae890fb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbb54d1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bbb54d1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">After completion<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-83f2a12 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"83f2a12\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"362\"><strong data-start=\"302\" data-end=\"362\">Load and curing of your new By EPI seamless floor<\/strong><\/h5><p class=\"\" data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"667\">After installation, your new <strong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"452\">Superbase\u00ae, Corestone Nature\u00ae or Quartz R\u00ae floor<\/strong> needs some time to fully cure. During these first few days, the floor is still susceptible to damage. By following the guidelines below, you will ensure a durable, strong and beautiful finish.<\/p><h5 data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"708\"><strong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"708\">Load capacity per phase<\/strong><\/h5><ul data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1329\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1046\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"947\"><strong data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"731\">After 3 x 24 hours<\/strong><br data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"734\" \/>The floor is <strong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"773\">mechanically loadable<\/strong>. You may walk on it, but preferably on socks or soft soles. The floor may also be <strong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"888\">covered<\/strong>, but only with <strong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"918\">vapor-permeable<\/strong> or breathable covering material.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"1046\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"947\">A longer curing time applies to <strong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"979\">Corestone Nature\u00ae<\/strong>: cover <strong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1036\">only after 7 x 24 hours<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1183\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1183\"><strong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1075\">Note: No moisture<\/strong><br data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\" \/>The floor should <strong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1130\">not get wet<\/strong> for the first <strong data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1130\">7 days<\/strong> &#8211; so no mopping, spills or high humidity.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1329\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1329\"><strong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1207\">After 7 x 24 hours<\/strong><br data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\" \/>The floor is <strong data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1247\">fully loadable<\/strong>, even with furniture. Place felt under chair and table legs to prevent scratches.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h5 data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1382\"><strong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1382\">With underfloor heating and By EPI Membrane<\/strong><\/h5><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1477\">Was your floor finish applied over a <strong>By EPI Membrane<\/strong> with underfloor heating or cooling?<\/p><ul data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1643\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1574\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1574\">Do not start increasing the temperature until after <strong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1506\">14 days<\/strong> &#8211; <strong data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1573\">no more than 1 degree per day<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1643\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1643\">After <strong data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1591\">1 month<\/strong>, you may fully use the heater or cooler.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h5 data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1694\"><strong data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1694\">Tips for a safe first week<\/strong><\/h5><ul data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1903\"><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1752\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1752\">Avoid sharp heels, casters and sliding furniture.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1826\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1826\">As much as possible, leave the room <strong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1825\">dust-free and stable in temperature<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"\" data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1903\"><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1903\">Do not use foil or plastic as a cover &#8211; this may cause condensation.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h5 data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1977\">A floor made for life &#8211; with a careful start<\/h5><p class=\"\" data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2143\">Give your new By EPI floor the time it needs to come into its own. That way you&#8217;ll enjoy a strong, comfortable and stylish base in your home for years to come.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8fdaef5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8fdaef5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7e8c00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b7e8c00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">SHORT!<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cf71d3e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cf71d3e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h5 data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"366\"><strong data-start=\"288\" data-end=\"366\">The first days after installation of your By EPI seamless floor<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"605\">The first few days after completion are crucial to the life and appearance of your new <strong data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"518\">Superbase\u00ae, Corestone Nature\u00ae or Quartz R\u00ae seamless floor<\/strong>. Below are practical guidelines to prevent damage and staining. <\/p>\n<h5 data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"658\"><strong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"658\">The first 48 hours: rest for your floor<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"780\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"780\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"780\">Do <strong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"701\">not<\/strong> load the floor <strong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"701\">for at least 48 hours<\/strong>. So: do not walk on it, do not place furniture, and do not use covering materials. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"830\"><strong data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"830\">The first 7 days: avoid moisture<\/strong><\/h5>\n<ul data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"1025\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"873\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"873\"><strong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"854\">Do not wet clean<\/strong> in the first week.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"1025\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1025\"><strong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"917\">Damp footwear or wet socks<\/strong> can also cause stains. This acts as a chemical load on the not yet fully cured floor. <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5 data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1083\"><strong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1083\">Need to protect the floor? Do it like this: <\/strong><\/h5>\n<ol data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1520\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1138\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1138\"><strong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1114\">Always vacuum<\/strong> before covering anything.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1264\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1264\">Preferably use <strong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1191\">vapor-permeable material<\/strong> (such as fiber cloth or breathable cover fleece), especially for long-term covering.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1398\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1398\">Use <strong data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1326\">ordinary stucco runner only temporarily (max. 1 day)<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1366\">secure it with special tape<\/strong> that does not leave adhesive residue.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1520\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1520\"><strong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1422\">Avoid sliding<\/strong> furniture or heavy objects &#8211; this can scratch or damage the floor finish.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h5 data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1567\">Here&#8217;s how to give your floor the best start<\/h5>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1750\">With a little care in the first week, you&#8217;ll give your By EPI floor the perfect foundation for years of living comfort. 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