PRO TECT ASSOCIATES, INC.

PRO TECT FOR CARPETS

FACT SHEET

PRO TECT for CARPETS:  a 3-mil polyethylene film (poly-film) with a substrate of adhesive applied to one side.  This clear, high quality flexible poly-film is highly resistant to punctures and tears.  It’s clear, so it shows off your carpet while it PRO TECTS.

PRO TECT for CARPETS helps to keep your carpet free from dirt and spills.  Reverse wound to make installation easy, it rolls into place and stays where you put it.  What makes it stay in place is a special blend of water-based adhesive selected for the building industry.  

PRO TECT for CARPETS is a temporary protector, guaranteed not to leave any adhesive residue up to 45-days when used according to manufacturer’s recommendations and is suitable for installation on all commercial and industrial grade carpets.  DO NOT INSTALL ON HARD SURFACE MATERIALS such as hardwood floors, ceramic tile and marbles; adhesive will transfer and your finish may be spoiled.  

When installing Pro Tect for Carpets on carpet that has been adhesive set, follow the adhesive manufacturer’s direction to be certain the adhesive is fully cured; adhesives give off a “gas” during the curing period which can cause adhesive transfer from Pro Tect for Carpets and other tapes.

A Word About Adhesive Transfer:

Adhesive transfer can be induced by four things:
1.Materials left in place beyond the stipulated 45-days.
2.Excessive traffic. (10,000 to 15,000 people)
3.Exposure to extreme temperatures, 100 degrees F. or more
4.Exposure to moisture; do not install on wet or damp carpet.

Should adhesive transfer occur, the adhesive can be removed by steam cleaning the carpet.  The best results are with steam temperatures of 190 degrees at the wand.  Add one cup of citrus cleaner for every five gallons of water.

For the Best Installation:  It may be necessary to vacuum your carpet to assure the best adherence of Pro Tect for Carpets.  Carpet manufacturers and installers may not take care to remove the residue left from manufacturing or installing your carpet.

LIMITED WARRANTY

GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR APPLICATION AND USE

1. Test your carpet to determine suitability.  Apply a sample in a remote location for testing.
2. Do not install self-adhering poly-films over damp or wet carpet.  Adhesive will transfer.
3. Do not traffic on PRO TECT without certifying it is firmly adhering to the carpet and is wrinkle free.  PRO TECT should be checked frequently to be certain installation conditions have not changed.
4. Excessive traffic and exposure to sunlight or intense heat will shorten the useable life of PRO TECT.  Such conditions may cause adhesive transfer.
5. Do not allow PRO TECT for CARPETS to lap onto adjacent smooth flooring surfaces, the adhesive will transfer.
6. 45-days is the maximum period for installation, under proper conditions.
7. Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.  Best housed in original packaging.  “Shelf life” is approximately six months.  The adhesive will become more aggressive over time; we do not recommend use of product after six months.

LIMITED WARRANTY:  THERE IS NO WARRANTY STATED, EXPRESSED, OR IMPLIED THAN STATED HEREIN; THE SOLE REMEDY FOR ALL APPROVED CLAIMS SHALL BE REPLACEMENT OF THE PURCHASED MATERIALS OR REFUND OF THE FULL PURCHASE PRICE.  PRO TECT SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR DAMAGES; CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR SPECIAL.


Call your building material distributor or representative for more information or call Pro Tect Associates, Inc.
1-800-545-0826 for the nearest reseller.