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FORBO AT A GLANCE

February 2017

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WHY DEAL WITH MULTIPLE SUPPLIERS WHEN YOU CAN DEAL WITH ONE?

FORBO FLOORING SYSTEMS IS A GLOBAL PRODUCER OF FLOORING SOLUTIONS.

Our flooring solutions o�er includes:

• Environmentallyfriendly,functionalanddesign-orientedMarmoleum

• AnextensiverangeofsheetProjectvinyls,Acousticvinylsand Safetyvinyls

• Staticcontrolflooringforareaswithsensitiveelectronic equipment

• HighqualityEuropeanmanufacturedLuxuryVinylTiles

• Entranceflooringsystemsthatkeepinteriorfloorsclean,dryandsafe

• Carpettilesforbothpublicandcommercialenvironments

• Flockedsheetandtileforareasthatneedthebenefitsofbothtextile andresilientfloorcoverings

• Cushionedvinylsforthehome

Hereisaselectionofthethousandsofmenandwomenthatcreate Forbofloorcoveringsin12manufacturingsitesacrossEurope, includingfiveintheUK.

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CONTENTS

Introduction 4

Forbo at a glance 6

Entrance Flooring Systems 8

Marmoleum 14

Project Vinyl 18

Carpet Tiles 20

Flotex Flocked Flooring 22

Bespoke & Designer solutions 24

Residential Collection 25

Affordable Housing & New Build applications 26

Our floor coverings in use 27

Creating Better Environments 31

Design Service 34

What to do next 35

A collection of rigid entrance systems for entrances with very heavy or intense tra�c.

Forbo’s linoleum brand – natural, sustainable, durable, high quality and innovative in colour and design.

A �oor covering that looks and feels like a carpet without any of the drawbacks of a textile �oor covering.

We o�er bespoke design across our portfolio to create a truly unique focal point.

A collection of textile clean-o� products for entrances with heavy tra�c.

A vinyl portfolio o�ering �ooring solutions that encompass general purpose, slip resistant, acoustic, static control, design tiles and wetroom solutions.

Westbond fusion bonded carpet tiles o�er in�nite colour possibilities and exceptional quality and luxury from as little as 1m2.

Tessera o�ers stylish, sustainable and hardwearing carpet tiles in various pile constructions and textures, delivering specific performance and aesthetic bene�ts.

Project vinyl

ENTRANCE FLOORING SYSTEMS

RESILIENT FLOORING

CARPET TILES

FLOCKED FLOORING PORTFOLIO

Bespoke & designer

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THE RIGHT SOLUTIONS…

At Forbo, we’re passionate about Flooring. We produce the largest range of sustainable floor coverings in the world and supply total solutions for every area in every type of building.

This single source solution overcomes the need for multiple supplier visits and ensures total accountability across the project, giving you peace of mind. Also, as Forbo Flooring Systems has been awarded a place on a Crown Commercial Services framework agreement for floor coverings, you can be confident that we can also save you valuable time and money.

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We like to think that the floor coverings that we create provide an inspirational basis for interior designs. We aim at helping building brands and lasting impressions. With us you’ll get more than just a floor.

FOR THE RIGHT REASONS…

Luxury Vinyl Tiles – Our Allura collection offers natural and abstract aesthetics combined with exceptional performance and sustainability. Loose lay, safety tile and click formats available.

Introduction

Carpet tiles – our high performance Tessera and Westbond carpet tile collections offer aesthetic designs, colourways, constructions and textures to complement every interior design scheme.

Linoleum – quite simply, our Marmoleum collection offers you the largest range of sustainable linoleum floor coverings in the world. Now available in sheet, tile and plank format.

Commercial sheet vinyls – our hardwearing, low maintenance vinyl floor covering collections include compact sheet and acoustic solutions with distinctive aesthetic styling options.

Static control solutions – our Colorex collection is ideal for demanding applications where electrical conductivity and/or ISO standard clean room performance is critical.

Safety flooring – the Step collection combines outstanding slip resistant properties with di�erentiated aesthetics. Step o�ers various slip resistant ratings, from R10 – R12 and ranges suitable for wetroom applications. Both tile and sheet formats available.

Flocked flooring – our unique Flotex flooring combines the warmth, comfort and slip resistance of a textile with the durability and hygienic performance of a resilient floor. Many ranges are available in both tile and sheet format.

Entrance flooring systems – With our Nuway rigid engineered barrier matting and Coral textile wipe-off ranges we offer fully integrated entrance flooring systems to keep all interiors clean, dry and safe, looking better for longer and reducing cleaning costs.

Design floors – Whether you’re looking to recreate a complex logo or design feature, match that perfect colour or use a designer range, we have the knowledge and technologyto help you every step of the way.

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FORBO AT A GLANCE

Many of our vinyl ranges are phthalate free

AllForboproducts soldintheUKare produced using

100% of electricity from renewable sources

AllForboproduction plantsare certifiedtoISO 14001

100% ofpolyamidecarpettrim isrecoveredintheUK

NO requirement for attic stock with batchless ranges from

Many Coral products use Econyl® yarn which is made

from abandoned �shing nets.

Allyourflooringrequirements from one trusted supplier

HereintheUK we recycle

installation waste

backinto Forbo

products

HOTEL

Nuway Tuftiguard can be reversible,

e�ectively doubling its life.

A well designed entrance system will prevent dirt and

moisture entering a building, prolong the life of interior

�nishes, reduce cleaning and repair costs and prevent slips.

Acoustic

offersimpactsound reductionfrom

15dB – 19dB

144colours in our

colour range

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AllUKsites arecertified to SA8000®

LinoleumEntrance Flooring Systems

Carpet TilesGeneralPurpose ProjectVinyl

Luxury Vinyl Tiles

Safety VinylAcoustic VinylStaticControlFlooringFlockedFlooringWetroom

HomogeneousVinyl

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WHY CHOOSE FORBO FLOORING SYSTEMS?

Introduction

Nuway Tuftiguard HD is strong enough to cope with high point

loads of up to 900Kg/cm2.

Nuway Tuftiguard Bamboo prevents strobing in bright entrances and is ideal for use alongside timber interior finishes.

Foranintegrated solutionmany

Forborangesare availableinboth

sheet and tile formats

& Many Forbo ranges offer

the flexibility of modular products

areapproved byAllergyUK

and

inhibitsthegrowth ofMRSA,CDifficile andotherbacteria

ismadefrom

97%naturalrawmaterials homogeneousvinyl

is100%phthalatefree

safetyvinyl achieves

≥ 36

Wet Pendulum

≥ 20 microns surface roughness

Alluraflexlooselayvinyltilesareidealforusewithcarpettiles

carpet tiles

NO MINIMUM

ORDER QUANTITY All Nuway mats can be

customised with names, logos and corporate messages.

Enhance your entrance �ooring by using Coral Logo to express

your logo or identity.

5 UK factories and

>500 employees

52%

recycled content in all tiles

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86%

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coverings is maintenance

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ENTRANCE FLOORING SYSTEMS SAVE MONEY…

Research shows that up to 94% of the dirt entering a building is brought in on the soles of shoes and the tyres of wheeled traffic. This wet and dry soiling makes interiors look dirty and unattractive, causes structural damage to interior floor coverings and finishes and creates unnecessary health and safety hazards.

If effective measures are not taken to avoid this problem, the repair and maintenance costs of a typical floor covering over its lifespan could be nine times the cost of the original investment. A well designed entrance flooring system will prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked in and thereby prolong the life of interior flooring and reduce cleaning, repair and overall maintenance costs.

Nuway Tuftiguard HD

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Introduction to Forbo Entrance Flooring Systems

…AND PROTECT PEOPLE AND INTERIORS

Equality Act 2010

British Standard 8300: 2009+A1:2010 Design of Buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people – Code of practice

”…The ingress of soil and surface moisture to buildings, or their transfer between adjacent internal areas, should be reduced to the lowest practical level, e.g. through the use of appropriate entrance matting systems conforming to British Standard 7953…”

Loose lay mats and coir are advised against.

The role of an entrance flooring system British Standard 7953 Part 5.1“The entrance flooring system should scrape, wipe and retain soil, making contact with both feet of people entering the building and, in the case of wheeled traffic, with the circumference of the wheels.”

British Standard 7953: 1999 states that an EFS is necessary in order to:• Reduce the risk of slip injuries

• Prolong the life of the interior floor finish

• Reduce the cost of ongoing maintenance

Wet and dry soiling can both create slip hazards but by taking sensible decisions over flooring surfaces and installing effective entrance matting, the potential for slipping can be dramatically reduced.

There are two major pieces of legislation/guidance documents that affect the specification of EFS’s.

British Standard 7953: 1999 Part 3.1 Guidance document• Definition of an EFS

• The role of an EFS

• Product types

British Standard 8300: 2009+A1:2010Making entrances safe and accessible for all.

The British Standard states why we need an entrance system and also what its role is.

The WELL Building Standard® also recommends the use of entrance matting as an important tool to reduce pollutants entering the building.

Health and Safety and the Equality Act legislation imposes a duty of care on those who own and manage public buildings to prevent interior floor surfaces from becoming hazardous.

Entrance flooring systems also have a critical safety role to play.

Falls, slips and trips, combined, accounted for more than a third (36%) of reported employee injuries. They accounted for nearly six in ten specified injuries (59%) and almost three in ten (29%) over-seven-day injuries to employees (RIDDOR),* causing suffering and financial loss for individuals, companies and society at large.

The safety needs of the elderly, the infirm and those with impairments must be given a high priority. Floors must be kept clean, dry and safe and offer an appropriate co-efficient of friction (slip-resistance) for pedestrians and good wheel grip for wheel chair users.

*Source, Health and Safety Executive - Kinds of accident in Great Britain, 2014/2015

Coral Welcome

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A well designed entrance �ooring system will prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked into the building, prolong the life of interior �ooring, reduce cleaning, repair and overall maintenance costs and prevent slips and trips.

The original and most widely used rigid entrance mat in the UK. Reversible, e�ectively doubling its lifespan and guaranteed for up to 15 years. Available in open or closed format with single or double wiper strips for increased moisture removal.

Tuftiguard plainIdeal for external entrances.

Tuftiguard classicOur best seller.

Tuftiguard designFor increased colour and design.

Nuway Tuftiguard

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Nuway at a glance

THE NUWAY COLLECTION AT A GLANCE

Ideal for use alongside timber �nishes and o�ering excellent sustainability credentials. The Bamboo scraper bars are available in Tuftiguard Classic and Tuftiguard Design.

All the bene�ts of Tuftiguard combined with a matt black aesthetic. The black anodised scraper bars are available in Tuftiguard Classic and Tuftiguard Design.

Single sided product available with 12 inserts, including new Ultragrip Rubber for sure footing in multi-directional entrances.

Single sided product o�ering ‘mix and match’ opportunities including bristle, Ultragrip rubber and Coral inserts.

For entrances with intense tra�c and high point loads.

Nuway Tuftiguard black anodised

Nuway Tuftiguard Bamboo

Nuway Tuftiguard HD

Nuway Connect

Nuway Grid

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Coral has been the international market leading textile entrance �ooring brand for 50 years and now o�ers more choice than ever before. Each range in the collection has been designed to meet di�ering soiling needs as every entrance is a unique environment.

The great all-rounder.The ultimate dirt and moisture remover.

2016 FLOORING

Coral Brush

Coral Duo Coral Brush

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Coral at a glance

Excellent moisture absorbing qualities combined with the convenience of a modular format.

Make a lasting impression.

The ultimate moisture absorber.

Where design meets environment.

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THE CORAL RANGE AT A GLANCE

Coral LogoCoral Tiles

Coral Classic

Coral Welcome

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Marmoleum is over 150 years old and is a natural floor covering that is associated with sustainability, durability, high quality and innovative design.

Discover the versatile world of Marmoleum with over 300 colours and more than 12 different structures to choose from, available in sheet and modular tile formats.

Marmoleum stands for versatility in application as well as in colour and design. What makes Marmoleum special is that it is created from 97% natural raw materials that give it its unique performance attributes.

FLAX LINSEED ROSIN WOOD FLOUR LIMESTONE PIGMENT JUTE

Marmoleum Linear

Back to the floor

Through our Back to the Floor scheme, we can collect installation off-cuts from our Marmoleum floors and recycle them back into Forbo products at our plant in Kirkcaldy, Fife. www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/backtothefloor

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Introduction to Marmoleum

Topshield2

All Marmoleum floors include Topshield2, a double UV cured finish which is scratch and scuff resistant, easy to maintain and ensures long lasting appearance retention.

Topshield2 is also naturally bacteriostatic, resistant to chemicals and hand disinfectants making it an ideal solution for all heavy traffic environments such as schools, healthcare, offices and public buildings.

Welding

In the majority of installations, Marmoleum does not need to be welded as it is completely dimensionally stable and will not shrink. However, if welding is the preferred option, then there are matching welding cords for every Marmoleum design.

Infection control & Allergy UK

Independent testing by the University of Glasgow has proven that Marmoleum has a unique suitability for a diverse range of environments where hygiene and control of bacteria such as MRSA or E. coli is an everyday concern.

Marmoleum is also an Allergy UK approved floor covering.

For more information on Infection control and Allergy UK visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/marmoleum

AN INTRODUCTION TO MARMOLEUM

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Sheet MarmoleumThe collection of sheet marmoleum includes three ranges, Marbled, Solid and Linear.

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MarbledTaking inspiration from the natural world, and o�ering a spectrum of over 90 colours across the Real, Vivace and Fresco ranges, the Marmoleum Marbled range combines both subtle and striking marbled e�ects to create a range that provides the perfect backdrop for any commercial interior.

SolidThe Solid collection, which features the Concrete and Walton designs, o�ers a wide range of neutral and outspoken choices for complementing the modern environments of today.

3584 + 3581 + 3370

LinearMarmoleum Linear (made up of three collections Striato Original, Striato Textura and Striato Colour) is known for its distinctive directional design which is complemented perfectly by its warm natural colour palette.

The two abstract embossed textures, add tactility and brings the �oor to life.

The new Marmoleum Striato collection of contemporary linear linoleum designs has been awarded the iF DESIGN AWARD 2016. www.ifworlddesignguide.com

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Marmoleum at a glance

THE MARMOLEUM COLLECTION AT A GLANCE

Tile Marmoleum (Marmoleum Modular)

Marmoleum Modular tiles are available in four designs, Shade, Marble, Colour and Lines. Across the designs there are a wide number of sizes available, from 25 x 25cm right up to 100 x 25cm.

O� the Floor Linoleum (Bulletin Board)

Pinboard linoleum, or Bulletin Board, o�ers a practical, simple solution to collect and exchange thoughts and ideas whenever people plan, create and meet. Simply share your thoughts by pinning your idea onto the wall.

Acoustic & Static dissipative (Acoustic, Decibel, Ohmex)

In addition to our ‘standard’ ranges, we also o�er a number of linoleum �oor coverings developed to meet speci�c technical or comfort requirements, including static control, sound reduction and shock absorption.

Off the floor linoleum (Furniture Linoleum)

Furniture Linoleum is a decorative surfacing material that can be applied to vertical, horizontal and curved surfaces, providing interior furniture with a truly distinctive and individual look.

Marmoleum Modular Colour

Acoustic Linoleum

Bulletin Board

Furniture Linoleum

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PROJECT VINYL

Allura Click cc60306 | rustic anthracite oak

Forbo Flooring Systems has been manufacturing vinyl floor coverings for over 100 years and our project vinyl brands are well established in the world of flooring.

Our complete vinyl portfolio offers flooring solutions that encompass general purpose (both hetergeneous and homogeneous), slip resistant, acoustic, static control, design tiles and wetroom solutions.

Produced and designed in Europe, Forbo’s project vinyl ranges offer eye-catching designs along with exceptional performance and a low maintenance, stain resistant finish.

General purpose Homogeneous vinyl Sphera

Sphera is Forbo’s new premium, homogeneous vinyl collection. Styled by our European design team and using the latest production technology in a new purpose built manufacturing plant.

general purpose vinyl

(including wetroom)

acoustic vinyl

static control flooring

(including safety tiles and loose lay options)luxury vinyl tiles

safety vinyl

homogeneous vinyl

Sphera Element

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Introduction to Project Vinyl

THE PROJECT VINYL PORTFOLIO AT A GLANCE

Create your own, truly individual �oor with Forbo’s bespoke digital printed vinyl.

General purpose vinyl Eternal & Bespoke printed vinylForbo’s Eternal general purpose vinyl collection o�ers a superb combination of state-of-the-art designs in a strong, durable, �t-for-purpose range; suitable for any commercial interior.

Acoustic vinyl Sarlon & Surestep wood decibel

With a choice of over 100 colours across 15 ranges, our acoustic vinyl ranges o�er excellent design choice, across a variety of 15 and 19dB ratings.

Static control Colorex

For areas that require a more specialised type of �ooring, such as electro static discharge (ESD) protection or ISO standard clean rooms, Forbo has a range of Colorex products that meet the very highest standards. Colorex is the ideal static control �ooring system for sectors such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, health, data centres and server rooms.

Luxury Vinyl Tiles Allura, Allura Click, Allura Safety & Allura Flex loose lay vinyl tiles

Produced and designed in Europe, Allura is a versatile luxury vinyl tile collection with products that suit a wide range of applications and functionalities including loose lay, acoustic and slip resistant options.

Safety & Wetroom Surestep, Safestep & Wetroom

The Step collection combines outstanding slip resistant properties with di�erentiated aesthetics. Step o�ers various slip resistant ratings, from R10 - R12 and also includes �oor and wall coverings suitable for wetroom applications.

Eternal Material Surestep Star

Sarlon

Allura Flex Colorex SD

Eternal digital print

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AN INTRODUCTION TO CARPET TILES

Today’s office environments frequently accommodate layout changes, which is why carpet tiles, with their ability to quickly adapt to new requirements, can reduce the cost of reorganisation. Where carpet tiles are installed, telephone, network, electrical and other underfloor systems remain easily accessible for these changes to be made.

• Colour co-ordinated for maximum design flexibility

• Quicker to install than broadloom carpet

• Installation wastage is reduced

• Damaged or soiled tiles can be replaced

• Wear rotation to extend flooring lifespan

• Renovation with minimal disruption

• Compatibility with access systems

• Multiple sizes available

Tessera Layout 2130PL | icepop + 2120PL | apple + 2131PL | mango + Outline 3101PL | colabottle

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Introduction to Forbo Carpet Tiles

TESSERA, WESTBOND AND SYNERGY AT A GLANCE

Carpet tiles with a standard loop pile construction are designed to maintain their good looks in the most demanding heavy traffic areas of buildings, such as corridors and reception areas, while multi-height loop pile carpet tiles offer distinctive in-built texture and contemporary styling coupled with a robust and durable construction.

Loop pile

Fusion bondedFusion bonding is a sophisticated method of carpet tile manufacture where individual yarn pile is bonded onto the backing material to make an extremely dense and luxurious product. A high proportion of the yarn is in the wear surface providing a beautiful, rich velour carpet tile which gives an excellent broadloom appearance. All of our Westbond products are made in this specialised way.

Softer and more luxurious than loop pile, cut pile carpet tiles are ideal for boardrooms and meeting rooms in addition to general office environments and can be used to add colour to the scheme.

Cut pile

Synergy combines Tessera carpet tiles with Allura Flex vinyl tiles and presents 3 design elements in 1 range: the linearity of ‘Seagrass’ in a plank format, the vivid, highly textured ‘Hybrid’ in a large format rectangular tile, and the understated ‘Marble’ as a traditional square. Each of these 3 elements is complemented by pure colour from the Tessera Clarity range.

Loop pile plankFollowing on from the success of our Tessera Layout & Outline 50 x 50cm carpet tiles, we’ve extended the range with 100 x 25cm planks. Along with Forbo’s Synergy Seagrass plank-sized carpet tiles with a linear design these planks create even more possibilities for stunning floor designs.

Random lay. batchlessA random-lay carpet tile is cleverly designed so that it may be laid in any direction to produce a totally individual floor design and fitting waste is reduced to less than 2%. Different production consignments of ‘batchless’ tiles can be used together in an installation without the usual risk of visible batch variation or the need to hold attic stock.

Cut and loopCut and loop pile tiles feature a clever hybrid construction that offers all the robustness of a conventional loop pile product but with the superior aesthetics and more luxurious feel of a cut pile carpet tile.

Tessera Planks

Tessera Inline

Tessera Mix

Tessera Alignment

Tessera Clarity

Westbond Colour

Synergy

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Flotex is a floor covering that looks and feels like a carpet without any of the drawbacks of a textile floor covering. It has a smooth, velour like surface that is comfortable to walk on, warm underfoot with excellent slip resistant and acoustic properties.

ADVANTAGES OF FLOCKED FLOORING

Durable and comfortableDiscover the toughness and durability of Flotex which comes as a result of the 70 million nylon 6.6. fibres per square metre, while experiencing the quietness and comfort normally only associated with a carpet.

Quiet yet hygienicThe nylon fibres capture allergens and fine dust from the air, all of which they effortlessly release to standard cleaning appliances. Flotex also provides protection against mould and odours while still delivering a comfortable and quiet environment.

Warm while washableSimple every day vacuuming removes any dirt or dust trapped in the dense nylon surface and steam cleaning or deeper mechanical cleaning with minimal detergent can be used after heavy soiling. Regular cleaning restores Flotex to its original appearance and the wide array of colours and designs in which Flotex is offered, remain as vibrant and lively as the day the floor was installed.

Safe and secureFlotex provides both low in-room impact noise performance (class A) as well as good impact sound reduction (<20dB), ensuring a quiet room and a quiet building. Flotex also meets the HSE wet and dry slip resistance classifications for use on flat surfaces and ramps. A non-fray construction avoids trip hazards while the pattern, texture and grip of the surface helps to provide comfort and confidence underfoot.

Flotex planks Triad 131003 | green + 131005 | platinum + 131007 | steel + 131013 | greenline

Flotex Colour Penang Flotex Linear Stratus Flotex Sottsass TerrazzoFlotex Planks Box-Cross

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Introduction to Forbo Flotex flocked flooring

FLOTEX AT A GLANCE

Represents a comprehensive choice of five linear designs in various colourways that complement commercial and educational environments, but also deliver playful effects for leisure, hospitality or retail spaces.

Three versatile and fresh designs make up the Flotex Colour collection: Metro, Calgary and Penang. Together they offer a range of 110 unique colourways, all available in sheet and tile and all complemented by 26 Artline borders. Flotex Colour ranges have no pattern repeats due to their Green Design.

A special range of digitally printed flotex that delivers the appearance and texture of a real wood floor.

An inspiring choice of over 500 digitally printed designs to suit every taste or requirement, right down to a ’colour on demand‘ option.

Forbo Flooring Systems has teamed up with design legend Tibor. Tibor Reich, the creator of Tibor, was a man ahead of his time. Although these striking patterns date from the 1950‘s, they could have been designed yesterday.

This exclusive design collaboration between Forbo and Sottsass Association was borne out of the desire to work with an innovative flooring technology and its precision HD printing brings to life the avant-guard designs that clearly carry the Sottsass signature.

Flotex Colour Penang

Flotex Linear Pinstripe

Flotex Planks Concrete

Flotex Sottsass

Flotex Vision Shape

Flotex Tibor

Flotex Naturals

The performance attributes of Flotex along with the design versatility of the Plank collection, make it ideal for use in workspaces as well as high traffic areas such as call centres, hotels and transport hubs.

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Designer Collections

HemingwayDesign have recently collaborated with Forbo to produce our first, cross product collection. Inspired by pop art and graphics, visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/hemingwaydesign to find out more.

INTRODUCING OUR BESPOKE AND DESIGNER SOLUTIONS

To create a truly unique focal point, products from across our resilient and textile collections can be cut to create a flooring scheme that offers something out of the ordinary.

Carpet tilesCarpet tiles are often a popular choice of flooring for office areas, not only for their choice of colour and texture but also for their ability to offer the opportunity to create bespoke features as part of an overall design scheme.

Flex creator When you need to match that perfect colour exactly, our team at Westbond can help you create a carpet tile that is uniquely yours, from 1m2. Alternatively, to create your own Westbond flex carpet tile design simply visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/flexcreator or speak to your local Forbo Business Area Manager.

Vinyl and FlotexBespoke digital printed vinyl and Flotex allows a revolutionary printed flooring that presents a dramatic and bespoke opportunity to create one-off flooring designs that are focal points for interiors.

Designer Collections

This exclusive design collaboration between Forbo and Sottsass Association was borne out of the desire to work with an innovative flooring technology and its precision HD printing brings to life the avant-guard designs that clearly carry the Sottsass signature.

Designer Collections

Forbo Flooring Systems has teamed up with design legend Tibor. Tibor Reich, the creator of Tibor, was a man ahead of his time. Although these striking patterns date from the 1950‘s, they could have been designed yesterday.

Entrance Flooring SystemsAs well as providing a high performance entrance system, our Nuway engineered mats and Coral textile clean off systems both offer the opportunity for unique design solutions.

AquajetOur unique Aquajet water cutting technology enables reproduction of the most intricate designs using Marmoleum and allows for endless creativity. Whether it is a thematic floor, a work of art or a company logo, the possibilities with Aquajet are limitless.

SynergySynergy combines Tessera carpet tiles with Allura Flex vinyl tiles and presents 3 design elements in 1 range: the linearity of ‘Seagrass’ in a plank format, the vivid, highly textured ‘Hybrid’ in a large format rectangular tile, and the understated ‘Marble’ as a traditional square. Each of these 3 elements is complemented by pure colour from the Tessera Clarity range.

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Surestep Wood Decibel, Novilux and Novilon brands are associated with the same high quality and reliability for which all Forbo floor coverings are renowned.

Surestep Wood DecibelForbo Flooring Systems has specifically designed its Surestep Wood Decibel range to provide R10 slip resistance underfoot, while at the same time offering 17dB impact sound reduction. Unlike traditional safety flooring ranges, Surestep Wood Decibel is also a multiple width safety floor available in 2, 3 and 4m widths.

Novilon & NovliuxThese ranges are durable enough for demanding environments, combining the allure of modern materials with the practical advantages of a cushion vinyl flooring.

Forbo’s special Aquagrip surface finish affords R10 slip resistance, providing peace of mind about safety underfoot in areas where spills and splashes may occur.

Novilon and Novilux floor coverings guarantee an easy, quick and economical installation, ensuring a beautiful seamless appearance even in the largest of installations.

OUR RESIDENTIAL COLLECTION AT A GLANCE

Surestep Wood Decibel

Novilux Traffic

Novilon Viva Fusion

Together with its world-class flooring solutions for commercial interiors, Forbo Flooring Systems is also a provider of floor covering brands for the home.

R10

Residential collection

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Whether you are working on a new build or refurbishment project, our portfolio of products offers best value across a range of general and specialist criteria, from design led sheet and tile vinyl for stylish living areas, to slip resistant options for wet areas and acoustic solutions for communal areas and flats, all delivered by one trusted supplier, delivered in one order and with one invoice.

PartnershipsWith over 150 years in the flooring business under our belt, our experience in major housing projects means we have honed our skills to help you achieve the right floor for the right application every time. This has resulted in partnerships with some of the biggest house builders and housing associations in the UK, such as Taylor Wimpey, Avant, Bellway, Sanctuary, Yorkshire Housing, Persimmon, Morris Homes and Sovini to name but a few.

To find out more about our expertise in this sector, why not visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/affordablehousing and download our ‘Flooring solutions for housing’ brochure.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND NEW BUILD APPLICATIONS

When it comes to large scale housing projects, we understand that you need more than just a supplier. Our role in major project delivery and involvement from the early stages means we can provide a specialist support service for the Housing sector, headed up by a dedicated Key Account Manager, helping you to choose the most appropriate product to meet your requirements.

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OUR FLOOR COVERINGS IN USE

Forbo’s products are available in a vast array of colourways and offer a wide choice of performance attributes. To celebrate this diversity, we wanted to share with you some of the flooring schemes created using our products across a broad range of market sectors.

Hedley McEwan Office fit-out Segment – OfficeProducts – Sarlon, Coral, Westbond, Surestep

When Hedley McEwan decided to refurbish its riverside offices in Newcastle, it required a floor covering that complemented the industrial feel of the building, while providing outstanding acoustic performance. As such, Contents Design specified a variety of products from Forbo Flooring Systems’ wide portfolio to meet the project’s brief.

The Urgent Care Centre Segment – Healthcare Products – Coral, Surestep, Eternal, Colorex

David and Kate Simmons, Interior Designer at The Frank Whittle Partnership, created an impressive design for The Urgent Care Centre at Chorley Hospital using several products from Forbo’s integrated portfolio which resulted in this being the Highly Commended project for Fly Forbo’s 2015/2016 competition.

The Kelpies Visitor Centre Segment – Leisure and HospitalityProducts – Allura Stone, Surestep

Soaring 30 metres into The Helix Park skyline in Falkirk, The Kelpies can be admired all year round from the contemporary visitor centre, designed by architects Nicoll Russell Studios. Using Forbo Flooring Systems’ Allura Stone range, the architects were able to create a welcoming interior, while reflecting the abstract designs of the world’s largest equine sculptures – which helped the project win the 2016 Fly Forbo competition.

Segments

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Naomi HouseSegment – CareProducts – Marmoleum, Allura, Flotex Vision

When Naomi House Children’s Hospice underwent a substantial refurbishment, it was in need of a stimulating environment for children that also addressed key areas such as infection control. Such specific flooring requirements meant that they called upon Forbo Flooring Systems and its integrated portfolio of products to help transform the building.

Brewers FayreSegment – Leisure and HospitalityProducts – Surestep, Flotex Vision

National pub-restaurant chain, Brewers Fayre, has incorporated two of Forbo Flooring Systems’ high quality floor coverings at the heart of its current refurbishment project to update its children’s play areas. The family dining brand owned and run by Whitbread Hotels and Restaurants has commissioned a bespoke Flotex Vision design inspired by The Beano to create a series of vibrant recreation spaces across the country for its younger guests to enjoy.

Temple Carrig SchoolSegment – EducationProduct – Marmoleum

Inspired by the mountainous views to the west and seaside views to the east, McCarthy O’Hora (MCOH) architects reflected the colours of the natural world that surrounds Temple Carrig School by specifying an array of vibrant shades from Forbo Flooring Systems’ Marmoleum range.

OUR FLOOR COVERINGS IN USE

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Long Tall SallySegment – OfficeProduct – Allura Wood

Trifle Creative selected Forbo Flooring Systems’ luxury vinyl tile Allura Flex in white weathered oak for the new workspace of Long Tall Sally – the go-to label for the tall women of the world. This was thanks to its high Light Reflectance Value (LRV) ratings and ability to give the space a contemporary feel.

YO! SushiSegment – Leisure and hospitalityProducts – Allura Safety, Surestep Wood

InnSight Design was tasked to re-design the popular sushi restaurant in order to capitalise on the Japanese theme. As such, the designers created an elaborate city theme, which included the installation of a large digitally printed wall mural of Tokyo at night, alongside Forbo’s Surestep Wood safety flooring and Allura Safety luxury vinyl tiles in the natural seagrass and natural textile colourways.

Roman HouseSegment – Affordable HousingProducts – Allura Flex, Flotex Vision, Tessera Diffusion, Tessera Weave, Novilon Nova Wood

Forbo Flooring Systems’ impressive digital printing capabilities gave Gilltown the scope to have some real fun with the interior design of new student accommodation in Newcastle, resulting in a scheme like no other – all while providing the performance properties required for a heavily used building.

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CREATING BETTER ENVIRONMENTS

It’s about the things you can’t seeA Forbo floor is always beautiful and stylish to look at. A floor that’s comfortable to live, work and play on. But looks aren’t everything; often, it’s the things you can’t see that really matter.

From how it’s made, our footprint…From how we run our factories to how we choose our ingredients, the way we make our floors is a big part of how we meet our mission to create better environments.

…To how it performs, your footsteps…We include the whole life of a floor when we think about its sustainability performance. Which means we make sure our floors start performing from the moment they’re fitted. The following page shows some examples of our sustainability initiatives. For more details, please visit our web site www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/cbe

From how they’re made to how they perform, we make outstanding floors that are truly sustainable. That’s because our �oors are good for people, good for buildings and good for the environment. So, from the building they’re in to the world outside, we’re helping our customers work, live and relax in better environments.

Green informationWe provide environmental data sheets for our products which are available online. Please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/cbedownloads to download the data sheets.

We also provide high quality electronic information such as BIM models with all the relevant and up-to-date information included. Visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/BIM to �nd out more.

Site certi�cationAs well as reducing our impact on the planet, we’re also working on caring for the people that touch our business, from employees to suppliers. That’s why all our UK manufacturing facilities and most of our sites in Europe are certified to OHSAS 18001 – Occupational Health and Safety and SA8000®. The SA8000 Standard, established by SAI and one of the world’s pre-eminent social standards, is a tool for implementing international labour standards to protect workers along each step of the supply chain.

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Creating better environments

We use several transparent independent third party certi�cation systems for our �ooring products. We’re also keen to include our products in the building rating systems for a sustainable environment.

It’s good for Forbo because it helps us share our sustainability story and spot opportunities to improve.

And it’s good for you because it shows that other environmental experts agree that our �oors are among the most sustainable and high performance available.

The Nordic Swan, Blue Angel, BREEAM and Natureplus are just a few of the sustainable product labels that Forbo complies to.

Just visit www.forbo-�ooring.co.uk/cbe to �nd out more.

BREEAM[Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology]

BREEAM is the world’s most well-known environmental assessment for buildings. For a full list of all our BREEAM certi�ed products, please visit www.forbo-�ooring.co.uk/cbedownloads

SKASka rating is an environmental assessment method, benchmark and standard owned by RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors). It’s for use in non-domestic �t outs and is mainly used in the o�ce, retail and higher education sectors.

For a full list of our products which meet Ska rating criteria please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/ska

Forbo’s commitment to SA8000 the ethical labour standardSocial Accountability 8000 (SA8000) is the international labour and human rights standard which is designed to support businesses achieve compliance to the Modern Slavery Act 2015 which is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It is designed to tackle slavery in the UK and consolidates previous o�ences relating to tra�cking and slavery.

SA8000 requirements apply universally regardless of a company’s size, its geographic location or industry sector. It is the �rst auditable standard, suitable for organisations of all sizes anywhere in the world, and provides a framework for assuring all the company’s stakeholders that social accountability is being stewarded by the company management.

Which Forbo sites are certified to the standard?All UK sites, Assendelft & Krommenie (shared), Coevorden, Reims & Chateau Renault (shared).

SummaryForbo recognises that the SA8000 Standard leverages the power of both businesses and consumers to purchase products made from workplaces that enrich, not denigrate, the livelihoods of people.

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AllForboproductssoldandmade intheUKare producedwith

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creating better environmentsSustainability is about the

things you can’t see

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43%recycled

content in

100%of westbond™

polyamidecarpettrimisrecycled

intheUK

100%primarybacking ismadefrom recycledpop bottles

100%ofaluminiumandsteelwastefromournuway® production isrecycled

naturalcarpettiles aremadefromundyed woolfromBritishsheep

52%recycledcontentin

flotex® tilesandplanks

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backingofourvinylranges

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tessera® tufted carpet tilesmadeintheUK

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YOUR FOOTSTEPSHow it performs

Weworkwith Recyclingcompaniestoclean,reuseandrecycleoldcarpettilesintheUK

flotex®releasestwiceasmanyallergensoncleaningthanstandardcarpet

inhibitsthegrowthofMRSA,CDifficileandotherbacteria

100%ofourpackaging isrecyclable isbiodegradable

inacontrolled environment

reduces scu�ing solesscleaning

andflotex® areapproved byAllergyUK

tilescanbeeasilyremovedtorecycleattheendoftheirlife

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coral®

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50% LESSCO2emissions

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All ourUKplants arecertified to

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OUR FOOTPRINTHow it’s made

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allergies in another. Hygienic �ooring solutions are speci�c tocontrolling �ne dust in one environment and preventingHygienic �ooring solutions are designed to be easy to clean,

In safe indoor environments �oors are non-toxic, low emitting

a safe �oor is designed to prevent accidents, guiding the visually

Through our �ooring solutions it is our ambition to make a positive

environment. Through their colour and design, �oors are capable

COMMITTED TO THE HEALTH OF ONE

SAFETY

WELL-BEING

HYGIENE

and compliant to all international standards. On top of this,

impaired and comforting dementia patients, just as it creates a safe environment in clean room facilities and operating theatres.

A state of well-being and comfort can be achieved by being in control of factors that stimulate the senses in the indoor

of creating the atmosphere of an indoor space, making people feel relaxed and comfortable or vibrant and energetic.

the application, they can be used for aiding infection control or as the basis for a clean playing environment.

Health refers to a safe, clean and comfortable environment both at home and in your work place. But health is much more: it determines the way you live.

contribution to your health and well-being in your environment. That is why for us our commitment to sustainability is a commitment to your health.

WWW.FORBO FLOORING.COM/CHOwww.forbo-flooring.co.uk/wellbeing

As our �oors are part of the indoor environment in which people live, meet and work, it is our mission to design and o�er products that contribute in a positive way to the health and comfort of the individual. “Committed to the health of one” introduces a focus in our commitment to sustainability that centres around all aspects that concern your health, well-being and comfort in relation to our products and services, today as well as f or future generations.

For more information please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/CHO

WHY HEALTH MATTERS

Creating better environments

Today more than half of the world’s population, over 54%, is living in urbanised areas. On average we are spending around 80%-90% of our time indoors and, astonishing as this may sound, this is estimated to only increase. No wonder there is a growing focus on the quality of the indoor environment, while the attention given to green architecture and healthy buildings also continues to increase in prominence. Not single products, but the building as a whole, is now in the centre of environmental rating systems like LEED or the newly established health rating system, the WELL building standard.

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DESIGN SERVICE

Design Service

Plan designOur in-house design team at Forbo can help bring your ideas to life with their free Plan Design Service. Whether you are taking inspiration from one particular product which needs to be carried through the plan, or whether you simply need to see your scheme in the �esh, we can create plan boards of your design complete with product samples. For areas that have speci�c requirements such as safety �ooring or acoustic flooring, our team can o�er help and advice on the best products to meet your needs, all designed to work with your visualisation.

For more information on this free service please contact our Design department on 01772 332 620.

Forbo room plannerAlternatively, our room planner on the web site allows you to drop products from across our product portfolio into a selection of room shots, giving you the freedom to visualise how your scheme will look.

For more information, please visit www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/roomplanner or www.forbo-flooring.co.uk/flotexvision

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WHAT TO DO NEXT

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Please note: Digital representations may vary from the actual product. Please order a sample to see the full e�ect. Contact 0800 731 2369.

For further information on any of the products in this brochure, please don’t hesitate to contact us on the number below and we’ll be pleased to send you additional literature and samples as required.

Samples: 0800 731 2369 or online at www.forbo-�ooring.co.uk samples.uk@forbo.com

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Downloads: www.forbo-�ooring.co.uk/downloads

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London EC1 Showroom:79 St John Street, ClerkenwellLondon, EC1M 4NRTel: 0207 553 9300

Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9.00am - 4.00pm

Forbo’s EC1 showroom is the ideal place to visit when you’re looking for that ‘perfect colour’ or just want to see a wider range of products.

Our full portfolio of brands on display includes Tessera and Westbond carpet tiles, Marmoleum, project vinyl ranges, entrance �ooring systems and designs from our Flotex collection.

Why not pop in and enjoy some hospitality while looking at the products or discussing a project with one of our advisors.

creating better environments

Forbo Flooring Systems is part of theForbo Group, a global leader in �ooringand movement systems, and o�ers afull range of �ooring products forcommercial and a�ordable housing andnew build markets. High quality linoleum,vinyl, textile, �ocked and entrance �ooringproducts combine functionality, colourand design, o�ering total �ooring solutionsfor any environment.

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London EC1 showroom 79 St John Street, Clerkenwell London EC1M 4NR Tel: 0207 553 9300

For commercial enquiries: If calling from the North, Midlands, London & South East Tel: 0800 0282 162 Fax: 01772 646 912

If calling from Scotland & South West Tel: 0800 0935 258 Fax: 01592 643 999

Nuway enquiries: Tel: 01773 740 688 Fax: 01773 740 640

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Tel: 00353 1 2898 898 Fax: 00353 1 2898 177Email: info.ireland@forbo.com www.forbo-flooring.ie

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