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TILE WATERPROOFING, CRACK ISOLATION, SOUND REDUCTION MEMBRANES AND ACCESSORIES
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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Noble Co.; waterproofing membranes.
This section is based on the products of Noble Co., which is located at:
P. O. Box 350
Grand Haven, MI 49417-0350
Toll Free Tel: 800-878-5788
Tel: 231-799-8000
Fax: 231-799-8850
Email: request info ()
Web: noblecompany.com
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Founded in 1946, Noble Company manufactures premium-quality, innovative products for the Tile, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling, and Fire Sprinkler industries.
Noble Company product applications include Waterproofing, Crack Prevention, and Sound Reduction under tile flooring. The Engineered Fluids Division manufactures freeze protection fluids for various applications such as Hydronic under-floor heating, Solar Heating Systems, Geothermal Systems, and Fire Sprinkler Systems.
Noble Company is an American-based company, manufacturing products in Michigan and Louisiana. Our products are designed and manufactured to exceed applicable industry standards and are engineered for reliability. We are proud to have product in some of the highest profile projects in the world such as the: Burj Khalifa (Dubai), City Center (Las Vegas), and Laguna Honda Hospital (California).
1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.
1.1.1 Sheet membrane for crack isolation / joint bridging and bonded waterproofing for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal CIS)
1.1.2 Sheet membrane for concealed waterproofing of tile and dimension stone installations. (Chloraloy)
1.1.3 Sheet membrane for bonded waterproofing for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal TS)
1.1.4 Sheet membrane for bonded waterproofing and water vapor barrier for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal TS)
1.1.5 Sheet membrane crack isolation for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal TS)
1.1.6 Sheet membrane for bonded waterproofing for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal SIS)
1.1.7 Sheet membrane crack isolation / joint bridging for tile and dimension stone installations. (NobleSeal SIS)
1.1.8 Sheet membrane for bonded waterproofing of exterior installations. (Noble Deck)
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.
1.2.1 Section - 3 - Ceramic Tile: for ceramic tile setting and grout materials.
1.3 REFERENCES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.
1.3.1 ANSI A108.13 - Installation of Load Bearing, Bonded, Waterproof Membranes for Thin-Set Ceramic Tile and Dimension Stone.
1.3.2 ANSI A108.17 - Installation of Crack Isolation Membranes.
1.3.3 ANSI A118.10 - American National Standard Specifications for Load Bearing, Bonded, Waterproof Membranes for Thin-Set Ceramic Tile and Dimension Stone Installation.
1.3.4 ANSI A118.12 - American National Standard Specifications for Crack Isolation Membranes for Thin-Set Ceramic Tile and Dimension Stone Installation.
1.3.5 ANSI A118.13 - American National Standard Specifications for Bonded Sound Reduction Membranes for Thin-Set Ceramic Tile Installations.
1.3.6 ASTM C 627 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor Tester.
1.3.7 ASTM C 920 - Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants.
1.3.8 ASTM D 4068 - Standard Specification for Chlorinated Polyethylene (CPE) Sheeting for Concealed Water-Containment Membrane.
1.3.9 ASTM E 96/E96M - Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials.
1.3.10 ASTM E 413 - Standard Classification for Determining Sound Transmission Class (STC).
1.3.11 ASTM E 492 - Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Impact Sound Transmission Through Floor-Ceiling Assemblies Using the Tapping Machine.
1.3.12 ASTM E 989 - Standard Classification for Determining Impact Insulation Class (IIC).
1.3.13 ASTM E 2179 - Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of the Effectiveness of Floor Coverings in Reducing Impact Sound Transmission through Concrete Floor.
1.3.14 ASTM F 1869 - Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride.
1.3.15 ASTM F 2170 - Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs Using in situ Probes.
1.3.16 TCNA Handbook - TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation.
1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS
1.4.1 Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
1.4.2 LEED Submittals:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the next paragraph for LEED NC, LEED CS, and LEED for Schools.
1.4.2.1 Certificates for Credit MR 5: For regional materials, indicating location of manufacturer and point of extraction, harvest, or recovery. Include distance to Project, cost, and fraction by weight for regional components.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the next paragraph for LEED CI, only.
1.4.2.2 Certificates for Credit MR 5: For regionally manufactured and regionally extracted and manufactured materials indicating location of manufacturer and point of extraction, harvest, or recovery. Include distance to Project, cost, and fraction by weight for regional components.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the next paragraph for LEED NC, LEED CI, and LEED CS.
1.4.2.2.1 Data for Credit IEQ 4.1: For adhesives and sealants, statement of VOC content.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the next paragraph for LEED NC, LEED CI, and LEED CS.
1.4.2.3 Data for Credit IEQ 4: For membrane statement of VOC content.
1.4.3 Shop Drawings:
1.4.3.1 Include details for sheet membrane crack isolation and waterproofing installation, with flashings and terminations.
1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS
1.5.1 Field quality-control reports.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.6.1 Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum 5 year experience manufacturing similar products.
1.6.2 Installer Qualifications: Minimum 2 year experience installing similar products.
1.6.2.1 Use qualified workers thoroughly skilled and experienced in current ANSI A108 standards, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) recommendations and applicable building codes.
1.6.3 Product Qualifications:
1.6.3.1 Bonded membranes shall comply with ICC-ES report PMG 1059 and IAPMO File# 4339.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include a mock-up if the project size and/or quality warrant taking such a precaution. The following is one example of how a mock-up on a large project might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project.
1.6.4 Mock-Up: Provide a mock-up for evaluation of surface preparation techniques and application workmanship.
1.6.4.1 Finish areas designated by Architect.
1.6.4.2 Do not proceed with remaining work until workmanship is approved by Architect.
1.6.4.3 Refinish mock-up area as required to produce acceptable work.
1.7 PRE-INSTALLATION MEETINGS
1.7.1 Convene minimum two weeks prior to starting work of this section.
1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
1.8.1 Deliver and store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging bearing the brand name and manufacturer's identification until ready for installation.
1.8.2 Store liquid materials in unopened containers and protected from freezing.
1.8.3 Handling: Handle materials to avoid damage.
1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS
1.9.1 Environmental Limitations: Do not install products until construction in spaces is complete and ambient temperature and humidity conditions are maintained at the levels indicated in reference standards and manufacturer's written instructions.
1.10 SEQUENCING
1.10.1 Ensure that products of this section are supplied to affected trades in time to prevent interruption of construction progress.
1.11 WARRANTY
1.11.1 Warranty: Manufacturer's standard material warranty.
2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
2.1.1 Acceptable Manufacturer: Noble Co., which is located at: P. O. Box 350; Grand Haven, MI 49417-0350; Toll Free Tel: 800-878-5788; Tel: 231-799-8000; Fax: 231-799-8850; Email: request info (); Web: noblecompany.com
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
2.1.2 Substitutions: Not permitted.
2.1.3 Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** NobleSeal CIS can be installed over the entire floor (Full Coverage) or over movement joints or cracks on floor substrates on-grade, below grade and above grade for tile and dimension stone installations.
Partial Coverage: When NobleSeal CIS sheet membrane is used over cracks or control joints in concrete, use a width of membrane equal to three times the size of the tile.
Full Coverage Floors: NobleSeal CIS sheet membrane may be installed for crack isolation and waterproofing on floor substrates under all tiles.
Acceptable Floor Substrates: Concrete, primed gypsum underlayment, suitable plywood, tile backer board, radiantly heated floors, terrazzo, mortar beds.
Acceptable Backer Boards: Cementitious backer board, glass mat water-resistant gypsum board, fiber-cement backer board, fiber-reinforced water-resistant gypsum backer board, cementitious coated extruded foam backer board in accordance with TCNA Handbook. Delete if not required.
2.2 SHEET MEMBRANE CRACK ISOLATION/JOINT BRIDGING AND WATERPROOFING
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Ceramic tile flooring systems with NobleSeal CIS are rated for "Extra Heavy" defined by the TCNA Handbook by passing all 14 cycles when tested by ASTM C627 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor Tester.
2.2.1 Basis of Design Product: NobleSeal CIS as manufactured by the Noble Co.
2.2.2 Performance:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the performance measurement from the Crack Isolation Standard, ANSI A118.12, for flooring applications.
2.2.2.1 Crack Isolation/Joint Bridging: "High Performance" rating in the "System Crack Resistance" portion of ANSI A118.12.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include waterproofing for full coverage flooring applications.
2.2.2.2 Waterproofing: ANSI A118.10.
2.2.3 Accessories:
2.2.3.1 Bonding Mortar:
2.2.3.2 Bonding Adhesive: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer to suit application with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include one or both of the following paragraphs for interior locations. NobleBond EXT is suitable for horizontal, vertical and wet area applications. NobleBond 21 is suitable for horizontal applications in non wet areas.
2.2.3.3 Seam Sealant: Waterproof type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits - 250 grams/liter.
2.2.3.4 Perimeter Sealant: ASTM C 920, construction sealant, type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Typical Floors and Walls: Chloraloy sheet membrane may be installed for waterproofing on floor and wall substrates for tile and dimension stone installation. Delete if not required.
2.3 SHEET MEMBRANE WATERPROOFING
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include option IAPMO for use with UPC.
2.3.1 Sheet Membrane: ASTM D 4068, sheet membrane made from an alloy of non-plasticized chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) listed by IAPMO (UPC #4036)
2.3.1.1 Basis of Design Product: Chloraloy as manufactured by Noble Company.
2.3.1.2 Performance:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include Pro Slope with weep hole protector in shower receptor applications to create proper slope and keep weep holes open.
2.3.2 Sloping Materials: Use a sloped fill or a composite made from expanded polystyrene with reinforced fiber cutting template on one side, tapered to 1/4 inch per foot (20.8 mm/m) slope with weep hole protector.
2.3.2.1 Basis of Design Product: Pro-Slope.
2.3.2.2 Performance:
2.3.3 Weep Protector: Positive Weep Protector (U.S. Patent #5,022,430), clear rigid PVC, 0.20 inch (5 mm) thick.
2.3.3.1 Basis of Design Product: Positive Weep Protector.
2.3.4 Accessories:
2.3.4.1 Mortar Bed:
2.3.4.2 Seam Sealant: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** For projects required to meet LEED VOC limits, include NobleSealant 150, only.
2.3.4.3 Perimeter Sealant: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** NobleSeal TS. Delete if not required.
2.4 SHEET MEMBRANE WATERPROOFING AND CRACK ISOLATION
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** NobleSeal TS is rated "Extra Heavy Duty" when tested with ceramic tile to ASTM C 627, Standard Test Method for Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor Tester.
2.4.1 Sheet Membrane: ANSI A118.10; composite sheet membrane made from an alloy of non-plasticized chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) with non woven fiber laminated to both sides.
2.4.1.1 Basis of Design Product: NobleSeal TS as manufactured by Noble Company.
2.4.2 Application:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete application not required.
2.4.2.1 Sheet membrane waterproofing for tile and dimension stone installations.
2.4.2.2 Sheet membrane waterproofing and water vapor retarder for tile and dimension stone installations.
2.4.2.3 Sheet membrane crack isolation for tile and dimension stone installations.
2.4.3 Performance:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include water vapor permeance for steam room applications. ASTM E96/E96M, Procedure E uses the desiccant method at high temperature 100 degree F (37.8 degree C).
2.4.3.1 Water Vapor Permeance: ASTM ASTM E 96/E96M, Procedure E; maximum 0.15 perms (28.6 ng/Pasm2).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include crack isolation for flooring applications. Available ratings are standard performance and high performance based on crack bridging capability.
2.4.3.2 Crack Isolation: "High performance" rating when tested to the "System Crack Resistance" portion of ANSI A118.12.
2.4.4 Accessories:
2.4.4.1 Bonding Mortar:
2.4.4.2 Bonding Adhesive: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer to suit application with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include NobleBond EXT for interior and exterior locations used in horizontal and vertical applications excluding steam room.
2.4.4.3 Mortar Bed:
2.4.4.4 Seam Sealant: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** For projects required to meet LEED VOC limits, include NobleSealant 150, only.
2.4.4.5 Perimeter Sealant: Type recommended by sheet membrane manufacturer with VOC less than LEED allowable limits.