SECTION 03 54 00

CEMENTITIOUS UNDERLAYMENT

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** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Maxxon Corporation; cementitious underlayment.
.
This section is based on the products of Maxxon Corporation, which is located at:
920 Hamel Rd.
P. O. Box 253
Hamel, MN 55340-9539
Tel: (800) 356-7887
Fax: (763) 478-2431
info@level-right.com
www.level-right.com
Level-Right underlayments are ideal for thin-topping applications over concrete. They provide a
smooth, level new surface that dries fast and allows for placement of floor goods soon after
application.
Product advantages include the following: Use for new construction or renovation; Level entire
floors or transition areas, featheredge to deepfill; Resurface old or damaged concrete floors;
Water resistant; Cap cracked, lightweight concrete; Use above, on or below grade; Fill "duck
ponds" in concrete floors; No troweling is required; Provide a temporary wear surface in as little
as two to four hours after application; Experienced, authorized applicators are available
worldwide; Exceeds standards set by leading floor goods manufacturers; Use in any continuous
pumping machine.
The concrete subfloor must be structurally sound and able to withstand live and dead loads with
maximum deflection of L/360. Concrete moisture or vapor transmission must be eliminated prior
to installation of products specified herein. Products specified herein are for interior use only.
Maxxon underlayments are not a vapor barrier. The general contractor, architect, specifier, or
building owner shall test below grade, on grade, or elevated slabs for MVER (ASTM F1869-09) or
RH (ASTM F2170). If the MVER or RH of the concrete substrate exceeds the floor covering
manufacturer's respective requirements for the finished flooring system, the concrete should be
treated with a damp proof membrane (such as Maxxon DPM) before installing a Maxxon
underlayment.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
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A.

Cementitious self-leveling floor underlayment for topping concrete floors.

B.

Cementitious self-leveling wearing surface for topping concrete floors.

C.

Cementitious patching compound.

D.

Cementitious lightweight aggregate fill.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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A.

Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.

B.

Section 03 35 00 - Concrete Finishing.

C.

Section 07 95 13 - Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies.

D.

Section 09 30 00 - Tiling.

E.

Section 09 66 00 - Terrazzo Flooring.

F.

Section 09 60 00 - Flooring.

1.3
REFERENCES
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the text of the edited section.

1.4

1.5

1.6

A.

International Code Council (ICC): ICC-ES ESR-2540; Level-Right Product; Level-Right only.

B.

ASTM International (ASTM):

1.
ASTM C 109M - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic
Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or 50-mm Cube Specimens).
2.
ASTM C 190 - Method of Test for Tensile Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars.
3.
ASTM C 348 - Standard Test Method for Flexural Strength of Hydraulic-Cement
Mortars.
4.
ASTM C 882 - Standard Test Method for Bond Strength of Epoxy-Resin Systems
Used With Concrete By Slant Shear; Level-Right FS-10 only.
5.
ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building
Materials

SUBMITTALS
A.

Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B.

Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:

1.
Data substantiating compliance with specified physical properties.
2.
Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3.
Surface preparation instructions and recommendations.
4.
Details of terminations and interfaces with other materials.
5.
Installation requirements and methods.

C.

Installer's Qualifications: Submit installer's qualifications, including certification from

manufacturer.

QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.

Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in providing products of the type

specified in this section, with minimum of 5 years documented experience with products in
use.

B.

Applicator Qualifications: Authorized by manufacturer, using manufacturer approved mixing

and pumping equipment.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A.

Materials shall be delivered in their original, unopened packages, and protected from
exposure to the elements.

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B.

Damaged or deteriorated materials shall be removed from the premises.

C.

Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.

Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits

recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under
environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.

PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1

MANUFACTURERS
A.

Acceptable Manufacturer: Maxxon Corp. , which is located at: (formerly Gyp-Crete

Corporation) 920 Hamel Rd. P. O. Box 253; Hamel, MN 55340; Toll Free Tel: 800-356-7887;
Tel: 763-478-9600; Fax: 763-478-2431; Email:request info (info@maxxon.com);
Web:www.maxxoncorporation.com
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with
requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.
B.

Substitutions: Not permitted.

C.

Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60

00 - Product Requirements.

2.2
MATERIALS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Selection Chart:
Type:Level-RightLevel-Right PLUSLevel-Right FS-10Level-Right WearTop
White or Regular (grey)
Wearing Surface:NoNoNoYes
Installation Depth:0 - 3" (76 mm)0 - 1-1/2" (38 mm)0 - 3/8" (10 mm)0 - 1" (25 mm)
Comp. Strength:Up to 5500 psiUp to 7000 psiUp to 7200 psi Up to 6200 psi
(38 MPa)(48 MPa)(50 MPa)(43 MPa)
On Existing ConcreteNo shotblastingShotblasting req'd Shotblasting req'dShotblasting req'd
Polymer Modified:NoYesYesYes
UL Rated:YesNoNoNo
ICC-ES Listed:YesNoNoNo
(#ESR-2540)
GREENGUARD:YesNoNoNo
Children and
Schools Certified
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A.

Cementitious Underlayment, Maxxon Level-Right System.

1.
Material: Hydraulic cement.
2.
Dry Density: Approximately 125 pcf (2003 kg/cu.m).
3.
Compressive Strength, per modified ASTM C 109M, at 28 days: 5500 psi (38 MPa).
4.
Flexural Strength: Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 348, at 28 days: 1260 psi (8.7 MPa).
5.
Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 190, at 28 days: 720 psi (5 MPa).
6.
Surface Burning Characteristics, per ASTM E 84:
a.
Flame Spread: 0.
b.
Fuel Contribution: 0.
c.
Smoke Development: 0.
7.
ICC-ES Listing: ESR-2540.
8.
GREENGUARD Standards: GREENGUARD Children and Schools Certified.
9.
Concrete Primer: Maxxon Floor Primer.

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11.

Sealer: Maxxon Overspray.

Sand Aggregate:
a.
Material: Washed masonry or plaster sand.
b.
Particle Size: 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) or less.
c.
Maxxon Sand Specifications 101.
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12.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:
a.
Indoor Environmental Quality - EQ 3.2: Air Quality Before Occupancy;
GREENGUARD Certified (Testing must be performed before claiming credit.)
b.
Indoor Environmental Quality - EQ 4.3: Low Emitting Materials; Floor System:
GREENGUARD Children and Schools Certified.
c.
Materials and Resources - MR 4: Recycled Content; 51 percent pre-consumer
Fly Ash.
d.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
Blue Rapids, KS 66411; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.
B.

Cementitious Underlayment: Maxxon Level-Right PLUS Underlayment.

1.
Material: Polymer modified hydraulic cement.
2.
Dry Density: Approximately 120-125 pcf (1922 - 2003 kg/m3).
3.
Compressive Strength, per modified ASTM C 109M, at 28 days: 5500 - 7000 psi (3848 MPa).
4.
Flexural Strength: Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 348, at 28 days: 1250 psi (8.6 MPa).
5.
Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 190, at 28 days: 810 psi (6 MPa).
6.
Surface Burning Characteristics, per ASTM E 84:
a.
Flame Spread: 0.
b.
Fuel Contribution: 0.
c.
Smoke Development: 0.
7.
Concrete Primer: Maxxon Floor Primer.
8.
Sand Aggregate:
a.
Material: Washed masonry or plaster sand.
b.
Particle Size: 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) or less.
c.
Maxxon Sand Specifications 101.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required for project.
9.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:
a.
Materials and Resources - MR 4: Recycled Content; 29.5 percent preconsumer slag.
b.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
West Grove, PA 19290; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.
C.

Cementitious Underlayment: Maxxon Level-Right FS-10 Underlayment.

1.
Material: Polymer modified hydraulic cement.
2.
Dry Density: Approximately 120-125 pcf (1922 - 2003 kg/m3).
3.
Compressive Strength, per modified ASTM C 109M, at 28 days: 5500 - 7200 psi (3850 MPa).
4.
Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 190, at 28 days: 1200 psi (8.3 MPa).
5.
Surface Burning Characteristics, per ASTM E 84:
a.
Flame Spread: 0.
b.
Fuel Contribution: 0.
c.
Smoke Development: 0.
6.
Shear Bond Strength with Concrete per ASTM C 882, at 56 days: 1060 psi (7.3 MPa).
7.
Shear Bond Strength with Level-Right FS-10 per ASTM C 882, at 56 days: 3160 psi
(21.7 MPa).
8.
Concrete Primer: Maxxon Floor Primer.
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9.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:

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b.

Materials and Resources - MR 4: Recycled Content; 21 percent pre-consumer

slag.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
West Grove, PA 19290; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.

D.

Cementitious Topping: Maxxon Level-Right WearTop.

1.
Material: Polymer modified hydraulic cement.
2.
Dry Density: Approximately 120 pcf (1920 kg/cu.m).
3.
Compressive Strength, per modified ASTM C 109M, at 28 days: 6200 psi (43 MPa).
4.
Flexural Strength: Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 348, at 28 days: 1440 psi (10 MPa).
5.
Tensile Strength, per ASTM C 190, at 28 days: 810 psi (6 MPa).
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not applicable or required for project.
6.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:
a.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
West Grove, PA 19290; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.
E.

Cementitious Patching Compound: Maxxon Level-Right Feather Edge.

1.
Material: Polymer modified Portland cement.
2.
Compressive Strength, per modified ASTM C 109M, at 28 days: 5500 psi (38 Mpa).
3.
Meets ASTM F-710 Preparing Concrete to Receive Resilient Flooring.
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4.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:
a.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
West Grove, PA 19290; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.
F.

Lightweight Fill: Maxxon Level-Right LDF.

1.
Function: Low density fill for deep fill applications.
2.
Material: Polymer modified Portland cement and a proprietary expanded polystyrene
foam aggregate.
3.
Dry Density: Approximately 25 to 27 pcf (400 to 432 kg/cu.m).
4.
Compressive Strength, per ASTM C 109: 200-500 psi (1.3-3.4 m).
5.
Flexural Strength per ASTM C 78: 119 psi (10 MPa).
6.
Modulus of Elasticity, per ASTM C 649: 1.1 GPa.
7.
Freeze/Thaw per ASTM C 666: No loss at 300 cycles.
8.
R-value: 1.8 per inch.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not applicable or required for project.
9.
USGBC LEED Credit Contribution:
a.
Materials and Resources - MR 5: Local/Regional Materials; Manufactured in
West Grove, PA 19290; Job Site Manufactured with Local Sand and Water.
G.

Mix Designs: Mix proportions and methods shall be in strict accordance with product
manufacturer recommendations.

PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1

3.2

EXAMINATION
A.

Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

B.

If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of

unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.

PREPARATION
A.

Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.

B.

Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the

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3.3

3.4

C.

Concrete shall be structurally sound and free of mud, oil, grease, and other contaminating
factors. Shotblast or scarify as required by manufacturer.

D.

Fill cracks and voids with a quick setting patching or caulking material where leakage of
topping could occur.

E.

Prime concrete using the manufacturer approved primer in accordance with manufacturer's
instructions according to the porosity of the concrete. Provide multiple coats if necessary.

F.

Allow joints to continue through the Level-Right at the same width.

INSTALLATION
A.

Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B.

Application shall not begin until the building is enclosed, including roof, windows, doors, and
other fenestration. Install after drywall installation unless tenant finish requirements identify
partitioning after the pour.

PROTECTION
A.

Protect installed products until completion of project.

B.

Protection From Heavy Loads: During construction, place temporary wood planking over

C.

toppings wherever they will be subject to heavy wheeled or concentrated loads.

D.

Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION

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