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FLOORFLEXVINYL TILES_

Floorflex Vinyl Tiles

INTRODUCTION_

BENEFITS_

SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES_

TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

Floorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade.

Floorflex Vinyl Tiles

INTRODUCTION_

Homogeneous vinyl flooring has a uniform structure and composition from the top to the bottom as there is no separate backing layer

The manufacturing process results in a compact single layer product available in semi-flexible and fully-flexible composition structures

FloorworX offers a wide range of locally produced and imported homogeneous flooring options, which includes Floorflex: a semi-flexible, locally manufactured vinyl tile range

Floorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade

Floorflex complements any interior design scheme with its tremendous long-lasting characteristics and aesthetics

Floorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade

BENEFITS_

Durable

SANS 581 mark bearing

100% recyclable

70% natural

Low carbon footprint

Locally manufactured at our factory in East London

Floorflex Vinyl TilesFloorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade.

SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_

Supply and fix 1.6mm/2.0mm/2.5mm thick x 300mm x 300mm Floorflex semi-flexible vinyl tiles manufactured in accordance with SANS 581 and laid in FloorworX No. 62 acrylic adhesive which has been spread using a trowel fitted with an A2 notched blade at a rate of between 5.5m2 and 6.5m2 per litre on a previously prepared Class 1 sub-floor in accordance with SANS 10070, using FloorworX Self Leveller when required, including all cutting and waste

The flooring must be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68kg three-sectional roller immediately after it has been laid into the adhesive

The newly laid floor must, after 72 hours, be stripped using FloorworX Stripper, scrubbed using a diluted solution of FloorworX Rinse and then sealed with 3 coats of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer

WARRANTY_

FloorworX offers a 5 year limited warranty, subject to our terms and conditions, against defective material provided that it is installed and maintained in accordance with our recommendations

Floorflex Vinyl TilesFloorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_

Floorflex should be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations

Training Centre is available for installation training to installers

SUB-FLOOR_

Sub-floors must be smooth, hard, clean, and dry before laying commences

The final appearance and durability of any resilient flooring installation depends largely on the condition of the surface upon which it is laid

A good sub-floor is vital in achieving a satisfactory adhesive bond and long-term durability

Uneven, solid or suspended timber floors may need preparation to meet the required standard


SUB-FLOOR_

All sub-floors must be tested for moisture content prior to installation

To prevent problems associated with rising damp - it is essential that a damp-proof membrane be incorporated beneath the sub-floor

The South African Standard Building Regulations require that all sub-floors in contact with the ground are so constructed as to be damp-proof

Water is an integral part of the construction of a sub-floor - the amount of water used depends on the type of sub-floor, the required structural strength and the extent of curing

It is impossible to state a time period after which a sub-floor may be considered dry enough upon which to lay flooring - factors such as ambient temperature, relative humidity, thickness of the slab, type of finish required and methods used to cure the concrete, will affect this period

There are various methods of testing the moisture content within the sub-floor, which includes the use of a Hygrometer – the most practical and accurate instrument


CLIMATIZATION_

Floorflex tiles must be allowed to relax for 24 hours in a uniform room temperature between 18°C and 27°C prior to installation

ADHESIVE_

The recommended adhesive for Floorflex tiles is FloorworX No. 62 acrylic adhesive

Adhesive to be spread using a trowel fitted with an A2 notched blade at a rate of between 5.5m2 and 6.5m2 per litre

POST INSTALLATION_

It is essential that during the course of installation the material be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68kg three section metal floor roller


MAINTENANCE_PREVENTIVE CARE

Approximately 80% of the dirt and soiling that has to be cleaned off a floor has been trafficked in from outside the building. More than 90% of that soiling can be avoided by the use of an effective entrance matting system

When less dirt is trafficked through the entrance there will be a reduction in maintenance requirements.

Regular cleaning is more cost-effective and hygienic than occasional heavy duty cleaning

Wipe up any grease and oil spills immediately and treat stains as soon as they are observed

Black rubber wheels and rubber furniture feet can discolour the floorcovering - hard plastic is preferred

Always follow the manufacturer’s dosage instructions regarding the use of cleaning chemicals


MAINTENANCE_POST INSTALLATION SITE CLEAN

Floor maintenance begins immediately after the completion of installation

The initial step is to remove any loose dirt or debris using a dry mop, broom or vacuum

Sand, construction debris and sharp-edged objects may result in irreparable damage being inflicted to the new floor.

Remove any visible adhesive residue using a damp cloth, once the adhesive has cured it will be difficult to remove

If other trades are working in the building after the installation of the flooring, the floor must be protected from subsequent damage by the use of thick paper, cardboard or hard board.

No wet maintenance must take place until 72 hours (3 days) have elapsed from the time of installation - this is to ensure that the adhesive has sufficient time to cure properly and develop full bond strength


MAINTENANCE_INITIAL STRIP AND SEAL

Dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove loose soil and dust

Dilute FloorworX Stripper 1:5 with clean water in a suitable container

Apply the diluted FloorworX Stripper solution to the floor using a flat mop and leave for a few minutes before scrubbing with an automatic scrubbing machine or a rotary machine fitted with a black pad

Do not flood the floor and do not allow the stripper residue to dry on the floor

Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum

Rinse the floor using a solution of FloorworX Rinse diluted 1:10 with clean water by means of a flat mop to neutralise the FloorworX Stripper and remove any residue using a wet/dry vacuum

Rinse the floor again using clean water and a flat mop and, after removing any visible moisture using a wet/dry vacuum, allow sufficient time for the floor to dry thoroughly.


MAINTENANCE_INITIAL STRIP AND SEAL

Using a lambswool applicator, apply a thin, even coating of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at a rate of 20m2 per litre

Allow sufficient time for the coating to dry thoroughly

Apply the 2nd coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the initial coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly

Ensure that the floor is not trafficked between coats

Apply the 3rd and final coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the previous coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly

Once the initial strip and seal process is complete, ensure that the mops, pads and lambswool applicators are rinsed thoroughly in warm water and allowed to dry for re-use


MAINTENANCE_REGULAR CLEANING

Dust mop with flat mop or vacuum on a daily basis to remove dust and loose dirt

Damp mop the floor weekly with flat mop using a solution of FloorworX Maintain diluted 1:100 with clean water, ensuring that the mop is not too wet as it will leave smear traces

Scrub as required, using a solution of FloorworX Maintain diluted 1:10 with clean water, with a rotary machine fitted with a blue pad

Rinse with clean water using a flat mop

Apply FloorworX Spray Buff in a fine stream or mist onto the floor in front of a rotary machine fitted with a red pad and work in until dry

The FloorworX Spray Buff assists in maintaining a smooth surface and constant level of gloss while extending the time between stripping and re-sealing operations.


MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC CLEANING

When the coating of sealer has become worn to the extent that regular maintenance cannot improve its appearance, the floor must be stripped and re-sealed

The frequency of this requirement depends on a number of factors, including the effectiveness of the entrance matting, the amount of traffic and the quality of the regular maintenance procedures

Dilute FloorworX Stripper 1:5 with clean water in a suitable container

Apply the diluted FloorworX Stripper solution to an area of approximately 10m2 of the floor using a flat mop and leave for a few minutes to soften the coating before scrubbing with an automatic scrubbing machine or a rotary machine fitted with a black pad

Do not flood the area and do not allow the stripping solution to dry on the floor

Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum



Rinse the 10m2 area of floor using a solution of FloorworX Rinse diluted 1:10 with clean water by means of a flat mop to neutralise the FloorworX Stripper and remove any residue using a wet/dry vacuum

Once the initial 10m2 area has been stripped and rinsed, proceed to the next 10m2 area and repeat the process until the entire floor has been stripped and rinsed

Rinse the entire floor again using clean water and a flat mop and, after removing any visible moisture using a wet/dry vacuum, allow sufficient time for the floor to dry thoroughly

Using a lambswool applicator, apply a thin, even coating of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at a rate of 20m2 per litre

Allow sufficient time for the coating to dry thoroughly



Apply the 2nd coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the initial coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly

Ensure that the floor is not trafficked between coats

Apply the 3rd and final coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the previous coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly

Once the initial strip and seal process is complete, ensure that the mops, pads and lambswool applicators are rinsed thoroughly in warm water and allowed to dry for re-use


TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_


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