E-Core RageTurf dBTile User manual

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Ecore RageTurf dBTile
Technical Manual
Installation · Maintenance · Warranty
Manufactured in the U.S.A.
Base Preparation
General Information 2
Tools / Material Required 2
Installation
Site Work & Base Options 3
Quad Blok Installation 5
Cutting Tiles & Accessories 6
Fully Adhered Installation 7
Maintenance
Maintenance 7
Warranty
Warranty 9
Revised 28Jun2023
Supersedes all previous versions.
Check website for updates.

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Installation
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Ecore RageTurf dBTile can be installed per Sub-base / Surface per table below.
NOTE: Dimensional tolerance for tiles is +/- 1/8” for thickness and +/- 1/8” in width.
NOTE: Slight variance in shade is normal. It is the installer’s responsibility to inspect all
products to ensure the correct style, thickness, and color. Any moderate to severe
discrepancies should be reported immediately before beginning installation. No labor claim
will be honored on material installed with visual defects or shade variations.
REQUIRED TOOLS/ MATERIALS
1. Tape measure 2. Safety glasses
3. Chalk line 4. Standard size caulk gun
5. Saber saw 6. /8” square notch trowel
7. Saber Saw Blades (7-10 TPI wood type) 8. Mineral spirits/ denatured alcohol
9. Solvent safe rubber gloves, long cuff style 10. Cutting table (shipping pallet)
11. Utility knife and blades 12. Framing square/ metal straight edge
Interior
Exterior
Surface 24" x 24" x 2-1/2" 24" x 24" x 2-1/2"
Quad Blok Only 1
Quad Blok +
Full Glue 1,2 Quad Blok Only 1,4
QuadBlok +
Full Glue 1,2
Concrete Slab Approved Approved Approved Approved
Asphalt Surface Approved Approved Approved Approved
Plywood Approved Approved Approved No
Compacted Gravel 3 No No Approved No
Wood or Tile Approved Approved Approved No
Resilient Flooring Approved Approved Approved No
Rubber Roofing 4 N/A N/A Approved No
Please note:
1. Tile must always be glued to top of Quad Blok
2. “Full Glue” requires full spread adhesive using 1/8” square notch trowel. Bond test is recommended;
installer responsible to determine suitability.
3. Compacted Gravel sub-base may experience movement and subsidence. Subbase out-of-flatness,
movement, subsidence, etc. are warranty exclusions.
4.
Only adhere tile to Quad Blok connector; do not glue Quad Bloks or Tiles to the roof.

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II. SITE WORK
A. Site Elevation
1. On grade installation - The finished installed height of the RageTurf dBTile surface will be
equal to or slightly higher than the perimeter grade but not more than 1" higher unless
approved by the project engineer.
2. Above grade installation - The installation of Tile over existing decks or slabs is referred to as
an “above grade installation” and will usually require the use of reducers around the
perimeters of the area to transition smoothly back to the floor elevation unless the site
terminates at a wall or other vertical surface.
B. Site Slope / Drainage
1. Allow for 1” in 8 LF slope for drainage as applicable.
2. Provide for drainage system to eliminate standing water.
III. BASE OPTIONS
A. Hard Base Construction
1. Concrete Base
a. Minimum 3000 psi and cured for a minimum of 28 days before installation. A light broom
finish is best if fully adhering the tiles.
b. If outside, provide a minimum slope equal to 1/8" per ft of run toward drain or down-grade
side of site, flat to the equivalent of 3/16˝ (4.8 mm) in 10´ (3.0 m).
c. If inside and requiring full adhesion to concrete, concrete RH (relative humidity) must
be measured per ASTM F2170. Moisture content should not exceed the allowable limit of
the selected Ecore adhesive.
E-Grip III – RH limit of 85% – normally selected
E-Grip 95 – RH limit of 95% – higher RH applications
E-Grip 99 – RH limit of 99% – highest RH applications
If RH levels exceed the selected Ecore adhesive’s RH limit, stop and correct situation.
If outside, simply use E-Grip III
d. In the event that a moisture mitigation system is required, it must conform to the ASTM
F3010 Standard Practice for Two-Component Resin Based Membrane Forming Moisture
Mitigation Systems for use Under Resilient Floor Coverings.
e. Perform pH tests on all interior concrete floors per ASTM F3441 Testing Concrete pH for
Resilient Flooring. If greater than allowable limit of selected Ecore adhesive, neutralize
prior to installation.
2. Paved Asphalt Base
a. Provide min. slope of 1" per 10’ of run toward drain or down-grade side, with base flat to
the equivalent of 3/16˝ (4,8 mm) in 10´ (3,0 m). Light broom finish is best if fully adhering
tiles.

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b. The preferred aggregate size is 3/8" to ½". Asphalt mixtures that contain a high
percentage of fines may not be stable in hot weather and may become soft.
c. The soil subgrade must be compacted with a min. of two passes of a 10-ton vibratory
roller with no soft or moving areas upon completion. The crushed stone base must also
be compacted with a min. two passes of a 10-ton vibratory roller. The binder and wear
courses of the asphalt must both meet 95% of the theoretical maximum density of the
JMF (Job Mix Formula).
d. New asphalt surfaces should be allowed to cure for 28 days before adhering tiles.
Analysis of Asphalt Wear Course
Total Passing Sieve Percent by Weight
½" 100
3/8” 80-100
#4 45-90
#8 30-65
#50 5-25
#200 2-8
Asphalt Cement 6-8
B. Compacted Loose Base Construction
1. In outdoor areas or areas with no walls or confines, a perimeter footer will need to be
constructed to contain the compacted base and stone dust.
2. Excavate approx. 9 inches of soil below the required finished tile level. Prepare approx. 6
inches of compacted, crushed stone followed by one inch of stone dust on top. Allow for a 1”
in 10 LF slope for moisture movement to drainage pit as applicable. Some bases may require
a perforated drainpipe to remove moisture build-up.
3. By adding additional stone and compacting to the top of concrete footer, the tile can be laid
over the top of the footer concealing it, if so desired.
4. The crushed stone must be compacted to 95% standard proctor compaction and should be a
homogeneous mix suitable for and available in your geographic area. One example mix might
be:
Total Passing Sieve Percent by Weight
3/8” 100
#4 85-100
#100 10-30
5. Cover the entire stone dust area with geo-textile fabric, including the top of the footer if the
tile extends over the footer. Overlap successive geo-textile sections a minimum of 4". The
geo- textile should be permanently adhered to the top of the entire footer on all sides.
NOTE: Compacted Gravel sub-base may experience movement and subsidence. Subbase
out-of-flatness, movement, subsidence, etc. are warranty exclusions.

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C. Radiant Heat
1. 2-1/2” RageTurf dBTiles are not recommended over radiant heat as the Tiles have an R-1
per inch of thickness, resulting on an approximate R-Value of R 2-1/2 . Check with radiant
system heat manufacturer for suitability. Turn off heat and maintain slab at 65F for 48 hours
before, during and 48 hours after installation. Then bring radiant heat temperature up
gradually.
IV. MATERIAL STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Shrink wrap is to secure and stabilize material on pallet during shipment only. Please remove
shrink wrap from pallet immediately upon receipt, as damage to material could result from not
doing so. After removing shrink wrap, do not expose material to sunlight. Store appropriately
inside and securely cover for protection until installation.
B. Inspect all material for visual defects before beginning the installation. Verify the material
delivered is the correct type, thickness, and amount. Report any discrepancies immediately.
Ecore will honor no labor claim on material installed with any visually apparent defects.
C. The material and any adhesive must be acclimated at room temperature for a minimum of 48
hours before starting the installation.
V. SITE LAYOUT AND DETERMINING TILE INSTALLATION STARTING POINT
A. Sweep area clear of all dust and loose debris.
B. Determine a starting point for the first course of tile to best suit the site area. Because most walls
are not straight or corners square, tile installation generally starts in the middle of the room, so
measure the width and length of the space, divide the room into 4 equal quadrants and snap
chalk lines that are perpendicular (90 degrees) to each other.
C. Adjust the starting point side-to-side so you don’t end up with small cuts of tile against the walls.
Place the first tile’s edges where the (adjusted) two perpendicular chalk lines meet. The last row
will most likely have to be cut to fit.
NOTE: Trimmed / partial tiles may require additional underneath site-engineered support.
VI. QUAD BLOK INSTALLATION
A. Quad Blok installation is the most efficient method of installation.
B. Follow the Site Layout instructions to prepare area for installation. Once chalk lines are made,
place first tile at intersection of two chalk lines, aligning adjacent edges of tile with chalk lines.
C. Apply a continuous 3/8” diameter bead of E-Grip III adhesive along the center axis of all Quad
Blok connectors. Insert tile into Quad Blok WHILE ADHESIVE IS STILL WET. Adhesive working
time is dependent upon environmental conditions.
D. Fit the first tile with four prepared Quad Blok connectors by lifting each tile corner slightly, sliding
the connectors under each corner and engaging the four corner legs of each tile with the
respective openings in the Quad Blok. Continue to sequentially lay the tile and to set the Quad
Bloks along one chalk line until the first course of tile is complete.
NOTE: In the field, cut the Quad Blok connectors in half to properly secure tile around the perimeter
edge of surface area.
E. Complete the other three quadrants in a similar fashion. Depending on workforce availability,
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F. Allow 24 hours for adhesive to cure before opening area for use.
G. One 10.1-ounce tube of E-Grip III is required for approx. 10 of the 8” x 8” Quad Blocks.
VII. CUTTING TILES & ACCESSORIES
A. Tile cuts are best started with a retractable razer knife to cut the surface, finished with a saber saw
and a 7-10 TPI wood cutting blade. Blade must be long enough to penetrate tile.
B. Follow the Quad Blok Installation Instructions to prep site to install tile and Quad Blok connectors.
C. Avoid leaving a cut edge of a tile exposed to foot traffic or eyesight. For a finished appearance, any
tile that has its factory molded edge removed or cut for any reason should be positioned against a
wall or other vertical member. Use either a silicone sealant or a permanently elastic urethane
sealant/adhesive for filling any gaps between cut edges and walls.
D. A band saw can be used on larger jobs. Consider using silicone spray to reduce friction and blade
from binding.
E. When equipment must be bolted to the substrate below tiles, notch out tiles as required to fit tiles
around the equipment support posts.
F. Tile cutout should be approx. ¼” larger on all sides of support it will surround to prevent binding
between tile and support. Fill cutout voids with silicone sealant or a permanently elastic urethane
sealant/adhesive.
G. Lay out the tile cuts by measuring from the edges of tiles already in position and transfer
dimensions to tile to be cut.
H. Extend a lead-in cut line from the tile edge to the portion to be cutout. The lead-in cutting line
should either be the shortest distance from the cutout to a tile edge or one that is least noticeable.
I. Reducers installed at the corners should be miter cut to fit.

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VIII. FULLY ADHERED INSTALLATION
A. Use 1/8” square notch trowel.
B. Quad Bloks are recommended for fully adhered installations for ease in keeping corners aligned
and tile lines straight; include the 3/8” bead of adhesive per the Connector Detail diagram above.
C. If inside and requiring full adhesion to concrete, concrete RH (relative humidity) must be
measured per ASTM F2170. Moisture content should not exceed the allowable limit of the selected
Ecore adhesive.
a. E-Grip III – RH limit of 85% – normally selected
b. E-Grip 95 – RH limit of 95% – higher RH applications
c. E-Grip 99 – RH limit of 99% – highest RH applications
If RH levels exceed the selected Ecore adhesive’s RH limit, stop and correct situation.
If outside, simply use E-Grip III
D. In the event that a moisture mitigation system is required, it must conform to the ASTM F3010
Standard Practice for Two-Component Resin Based Membrane Forming Moisture Mitigation
Systems for use Under Resilient Floor Coverings.
E. Perform pH tests on all interior concrete floors per ASTM F3441 Testing Concrete pH for Resilient
Flooring. If greater than allowable limit of selected Ecore adhesive, neutralize prior to installation.
Maintenance
The following procedures are key in helping to preserve your turf:
I. Keep it clean
A. Dust, pollen, and airborne pollutants
For lightly soiled areas, it may be necessary to use a rectangular microfiber mop with three (3)
ounces of E-Cleaner per gallon of water. For heavily soiled areas, repeat procedure using a three (3)
percent solution of household ammonia in warm water followed by a thorough rinsing with warm
water. A wet vacuum can be used to remove excess water from the surface.
B. Stains and other blemishes
The first rule is promptness. It is always easier to clean up a fresh spill than one that has dried and
hardened. Remove any solid or paste-like deposit with a spatula or table knife. Blot up excess liquids
with paper towels, a clean cloth, or a dry absorbent, such as kitty litter or fuller’s earth. Dry
absorbents can then be vacuumed up afterwards.
Synthetic fibers have high resistance to staining. However, it is important to realize they are only one
part of a sophisticated system of various components designed for overall performance. Some
cleaning agents safe for the face fibers can be harmful to other components of the turf system.

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Therefore, cleaning agents are grouped into two sets, one of which can be used in liberal amounts
directly on the turf surface, and the second of which should only be applied by rubbing a cloth lightly
soaked in the cleaner in order to minimize penetration of possible harmful agents below the turf
surface.
In the first group of cleaners, which generally can be applied without any special precautions, are
the following:
 A warm, mild solution of granular household detergent or any low sudsing detergent
for fine fabrics. Use approximately one teaspoon to one pint of water. This will handle
most waterborne stains including:
Coffee Cola Tea Blood
Ketchup Milk Ice Cream Urine
Mustard Cocoa Butter Dye
Fruit juices Vegetable
juices
Glue Latex paint
 A three (3) percent solution of ammonia in water may be used in lieu of household
detergent for more stubborn stains.
 Do not use cleaners that contain chlorine bleaches or caustic cleaners (pH above 9)
or highly acidic cleanses (pH below 5). Use only neutral cleaners such as E-Cleaner
provided by Ecore.
 Rinse area thoroughly with clean warm water to remove any traces of soap or
ammonia.
 Blot up excessive liquid.
The second group of cleaners, where agent must be applied sparingly and care taken to avoid
penetration beneath the turf, are the following:
 Mineral spirits or a grease spot remover like perchlorethylene (dry cleaning solution) of
the type sold by most variety stores and supermarkets. In general, cleansers in this
category should handle most oil-based stains including:
Asphalt Motor oil & grease Chewing gum Lipstick
Tar Suntan oil Crayon Nail polish
Shoe polish Cooking oil Ballpoint ink Floor wax
Caution: Mineral spirits and other petroleum-based solvents are flammable. Do not smoke
or permit open flames near where these are being used. Be sure the area is well ventilated
where solvent cleaners are used and remember to use sparingly.
C. Animal waste
Neutralize with mixture of white distilled vinegar in an equal amount of water. Flush thoroughly with
water after application. And vacuum up excess solution with a wet vacuum.
D. Chewing gum
In addition to dry cleaning fluid, chewing gum can be removed by freezing. Aerosol packs of
refrigerant are available from most carpet cleaning suppliers for this purpose, or dry ice can be used.
After freezing, scrape with a knife.

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E. Fungus or mold spots
A one (1) percent solution of hydrogen peroxide in water can be sponged on to the affected area.
Flush thoroughly with clean water after application.
II. Periodic brushing
A. Matting of fibers may occur in areas of high foot traffic, especially if fibers have become soiled with
dirt and other airborne pollutants.
B. Periodic “cross brushing” of the turf can help restore its aesthetic appearance. “Cross brushing”
means all brushing activity takes place against the grain, nap, or sweep of the turf fibers. By
brushing against the turf, the fibers are “fluffed up.” A brush with synthetic bristles should be used.
Never use a brush with metal or wire bristles as these will change the turf fibers.
III. Do not abuse
Although turf is made of tough, durable fibers, certain precautions should be taken to prevent any
damage.
 Lighted cigarettes cannot ignite the turf, but permanently damage the turf.
 Furniture & equipment with sharp or jagged edges may puncture or tear the turf.
 Sprinkler or hard water can leave mineral deposits that may cause discoloration.
 Heat from reflected sunlight may fuse the turf fibers together.
Minor problems can become major problems quickly if not corrected. The proper care and
maintenance program can enhance the aging, usefulness, and aesthetics of the turf.
Warranty
All Ecore RageTurf dBTile Tiles are guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects on both material and
workmanship. If such a defect is discovered, the customer must notify Ecore either through the contracting
installer, distributor, or directly. If found to be defective under normal non-abusive conditions, the sole remedy
against the seller will be the replacement or repair of the defective goods, or credit may be issued not
exceeding the selling price of the defective goods. These warranties only apply to the original purchaser.
Please see the Ecore Warranty Guide for length specifics.
Ecore RageTurf dBTile Tile warranty shall not cover dissatisfaction due to improper installation, normal wear,
damage from improper maintenance or usage, or general misuse, including and without limitation: burns, cuts,
tears, scratches, scuffs, damage from rolling loads, damage from cleaning products not recommended by
Ecore, slight shade variations or shade variations due to exposure to direct sunlight, or differences in color
between samples or photographs and actual flooring.
Warranty Exclusions
1. Disfigurement or damage caused by abnormal use or any damage not arising from a defect.
2. Differential fading due to light exposure, shading, pile crush, dye lot differences, and soiling.
3. Any condition that would have had a visible defect upon inspection prior to installation.

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4. Damage from any use for which the product was not designed.
5. The exact matching of shade or color.
6. Any express or implied promise made by any salesperson or representative.
7. Tears, burns, cuts, or damage due to improper installation, improper use, or improper cleaning agents or
maintenance methods.
8. Labor costs for installation of original or replacement material.
9. Sale of “remnants,” “seconds,” “off goods” or other irregular (non-first quality) flooring materials, are sold
“as is,” and Ecore makes no warranties whatsoever, express or implied with respect thereto, including
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
10. Problems caused by moisture, hydrostatic pressure, or alkali in the sub-floor.
11. Problems caused by uses, maintenance, and installation that are contrary to Ecore specifications,
recommendations, or instructions.
12. Material installed with obvious defects.
13. Material that is not installed and maintained as recommended by Ecore.
14. Damage to flooring products from pallet jack and tow-motor or vehicular traffic.
15. Environments where the product will be exposed to animal fats, vegetable oils, grease, or petroleum-based
materials. (i.e.: commercial kitchens or auto repair facilities.)
16. Premature wear and deterioration from spikes or natural grass cleats.
17. Differences in color between products and photography.
This warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, whether expressed or implied, including but not limited to
any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Ecore shall not be liable for
incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses directly or indirectly arising from the sale,
handling, or use of the materials (goods), or from any other cause relating thereto. For complete and
latest warranty information, please visit www.ecoreintl.com
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