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2 The Beaulieu International Group Beaulieu International Group is a renowned international group with headquarters in Belgium. Today this industrial group holds a solid market position both in producing raw materials and intermediate goods and in offering an extensive range of perfectly finished floor coverings. Beaulieu International Group is composed of three business units. You will be introduced to one of them, Flooring Solutions, in this brochure. A second business unit, Polymers, produces polypropylene granules for numerous applications. And the third business unit, Engineered Products, houses the activities Fibres & Yarns and Technical Textiles. Beaulieu International Group has about 4500 employees in some thirty sites spread across fifteen countries. In 2016, the Beaulieu International Group s turnover was 1.7 billion. The Beaulieu International Group s entrepreneurial spirit and innovative ambitions make it the model of diversity and evolution within the sector. They allow it to create added value sustainably for customers, employees, suppliers, shareholders and for the society in which it operates. Explore this brochure to find out what we can bring to your flooring projects as a partner. BELGIUM CHILE CHINA FRANCE GERMANY ITALY NORWAY ROMANIA RUSSIA SLOVENIA SPAIN TURKEY UK USA

3 The Beaulieu International Group 2 A solution for every application 6 Why choose ViPro? 8 An eco-responsible solution 10 Classification of use 12 ViPro collection overview Acoustic Design Safety Heavy duty Installation instructions 90 by 4 5

4 a solution for every application: schools, hotels, offices, public spaces, housing

5 Why choose our ViPro vinyl solutions? ViPro is the high performance Vinyl flooring from BeauFlor - designed exclusively for contract and commercial use. There are 10 Ranges in the Collection, divided into four different groups, each of which has been designed with a particular performance characteristic in mind: Acoustic, Design, Safety and Heavy Duty. To help specifiers decide which is the right one to choose, we have highlighted their suitability for projects in: Education, Housing, Hospitality, Offices and Public Spaces. There are five ranges in the Acoustic group, each of which has a specially engineered soft foam backing, with a sound absorbent co-efficient of between 19 and 20 db. Nobody likes to eat in a loud echoey restaurant or listen to the impact of footsteps on an upper floor. By reducing irritating noises like the clatter of heels on a hard surface we can make our homes, offices and public spaces more comfortable places to be in. The Design group does just what the name suggests, provides Architects and Interior Designers with a wide range of eye-catching designs, tough enough for use in a commercial setting. Like all Vinyl floor coverings, they work well with underfloor heating to create a comfortable environment perfect for social housing, offices, restaurants and hotels. With ViPro, a Safety floor doesn't just have to be functional, it has to be beautiful too. These floors comply with all the international regulations regarding slip resistance and are rated R11 in both wet and dry conditons. There is a wide range of wood, stone and plain allovers or chip designs to choose from, making them ideal for office entrances or corridors leading away from external doors where water can gather. When the going gets tough, our Heavy Duty flooring is as tough as it gets. With an extra thick wear layer on top, it has been engineered to handle the heaviest contract applications with ease and it has got the certifications to prove it! Available in a huge range of patterns, it will shrug off scratches and stains, without the need for waxes or polish, and make light work of heavy foot traffic. Although it is highly durable, it is easy to fit, making it the perfect choice for medical centres, offices and retail use, where a beautiful appearance needs to be combined with the toughest of tough finishes. BeauFlor is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and maintaining the highest environmental standards at all its manufacturing facilities. Unlike some manufacturers who still use a high percentage of recycled plastics and phthalate plasticisers in their vinyls, both of which have been associated with health risks, we only use certified raw materials from trustworthy suppliers and non-orthophthalate plasticisers such as DOTP (DOTP has been identified as a hazard free product by the European Chemicals Agency). We can guarantee that all our Vinyl floor coverings are completely free from orthophthalates and are regarded as safe to use in a commercial or domestic setting. ViPro might be tough on the floor but it is easy on the environment, making it the Green Choice. SONIPRO Golden Oak / 166L 8 9

6 The environment and us. We are aware of the environmental challenges and it is important for us to respect requirements in terms of sustainable development. Material matters Beauflor carefully assesses the raw materials we buy and process, making sure that they do not contain any potentially harmful substance. REACH is a regulation of the European Union, adopted to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks that can be posed by chemicals, while enhancing the competitiveness of the EU chemicals industry. It also promotes alternative methods for the hazard assessment of substances in order to reduce the number of tests on animals. Beauflor safety data sheets have been REACH-compliant since 1 June Beauflor works exclusively with suppliers who conform to the REACH regulation, who safeguard the integrity and quality of the finished product we deliver to the end consumer. We meet and exceed the most stringent international regulations Beauflor vinyl floorcoverings have been awarded some of the most respected certificates internationally, stating their compliance with the strictest norms in VOC emissions. These certificates are only awarded after severe quality audits and thorough emissions measurements. 100% Recyclable. 10 The highly regarded American Floorscore certificate, together with the German AgBB label and the French CSTB A+ ranking all testify to Beauflors unmatched health aspects. On a European level, Beauflor earned the E1 class for formaldehyde emission (the best class possible) owing to the fact that no formaldehyde sources whatsoever are used in the production process. We, at Beauflor, have reached these very high standards through extensive research supported by important investments. We are very proud to announce to you that our products now rank among the absolute safest and healthiest floorcoverings available in today s marketplace. Reuse, Reduce & Recycle. At Beauflor, almost 100% of post manufacturing waste is recycled and incorporated back into new production. Using the latest recycling technology we make sure any aspects of waste product that can be utilized is sent to other processing partners who then use this to manufacture a wide range of products for use around the world. *read more in our green leaflet on by 11

7 Classification of use EUROPEAN STANDARD : The use category In Europe, since 1996, the NF EN 685 standard also identifies destination categories of flooring. It defines areas of use affected by a level of usage. Categories are identified by a number and/or a symbol. The tens digit corresponds to the nature of the local: 2: domestic 3: commercial 4: industrial The units digit corresponds to the traffic intensity: 1 : moderate 2: general 3: high 4: really high B Domestic general use. Rooms with no access to the outside (Entrance appartment hall), livingroom These two classifications are complementary, the criterias defined are not all identical (presence of water for example). This is a classification of use zones based on the use intensity. This category system is established by the standard NF EN ISO for resilient flooring, textil and laminate. It does as well the distinction between the domestic use (categories 21, 22, 22+, 23 for homes) and the public and commercial use (categories 31, 32, 33, 34). Categories increase according to the intensity of use. This classification is linked to the flooring requirement. CE marking This marking is applicable for PVC flooring, linoleum, laminate and wood floor. It represents on packaging the visible sign that the product is in line with the specifications provided by the regulation for Products of Construction and by the standards harmonized (for example NF EN 14041). It has also for purpose the free circulation of products in the European Economic Area. This is the manufacturer, or his representative, after having established the declaration of conformity, affixed under his responsibility the marking before the first launch of the product in the market. For the resilient flooring, textiles and laminate (harmonized standard EN 14041) this marking is mandatory since 01/01/2007, it is based on respect of essential requirements, translated to the harmonized standard in terms of characteristics to check and level of conformity. These characteristics are the reaction to fire, formaldehyde emission, pentachlorophenol content, sliding resistance, electrical behavior, thermal conductivity and waterproofing. CE marking and the measures it involves (declaration of conformity of the manufacturer and, if so, certificate of conformity) permit to presume that the product conformity concerns the requirements of the Construction Products Directive. Real passport for the free circulation of products in all the European Economic Area, the CE marking concerns all the construction products which technical specifications (harmonized standards or European technical aprovals) exist. It constitutes neither a quality label nor an origine label and it does not deal with the execution of the products. E G I Moderate commercial use. Individual offices, hotel rooms High commercial use (intense traffic zones). Airports waiting rooms, shops with direct access to the outside, class rooms without direct access to the outside, clubs, shops Light industrial use. Zones where work is essentially sedentary with occasional use of light vehicules. FRENCH STANDARD : UPEC classification In France, the flooring classification of use is given by the UPEC classification, established under control of the CSTB. This classification is defined according to the intensity of traffic and the nature of the activity. It integrates the severity of use in terms of: Wear Static or dynamic puncture Accidental or regular presence of water Attack of chemical products The notebook 3509 of the CSTB indicates for each type of premises the minimum classification UPEC required for flooring. Premises classification method: Premises in which are used laminate flooring, vinyl floors and vinyl planks, are classified in 9 categories (Homes, Offices, Train station and airports, Businesses, Hotels, Education, Hospitals and Forster homes for the elderly) which correspond to different severity of use. Some examples of premises occupancy are mentionned for illustrative purposes: Intended for premises on domestic or private affectation: - U2s P2 E1 C0 Temporary residence - U2s P3 EI C0 Individual office Intended for premises on collective affectation: - U3 P2 E1 C0 Conference room, meeting room, place of worship. Living room and hotel meeting room. D F H J High domestic use (intense traffic zones). Rooms with access to the outside or with professional use. General commercial use (moderate traffic zones). Libraries, churches and other place of worship, shops upstairs or without any direct access to the outside, conference rooms Really high commercial use (very intense traffic zone). Multifunctional rooms, class rooms with direct access to the outside, companies restaurants, museums, public meeting rooms, pharmacy, newspapers, tobacco General industrial use. Zones where work is essentially done standing and/or with vehicules traffic. - U3 P3 E1 C0 Small businesses with floors, computing premises, shelves with floors in big shops. Nurseries rest area. - U3 P3 E1 C1 Dining room visitors of forster homes for the elderly. - U3sP3 E1 C0 Museums, Showrooms; Apart from the public reception hall. Corridors, clearance and traffic of the administrative buildings. Commercial agency, boarding area in train stations and airports. Small shops on the ground floor. Shelves on the ground floor of big shops. Entrance hall of hotels. - U3s P3 E1 C1 Public meeting room of the administrative buildings. Restaurant rooms of big shops; Apart from the distribution counter. The CSTB (Scientist and Technical Center of Building), independent organism, provides you its technical skills in terms of evaluation of your products, control of your organization and your quality control. The UPEC approval of the products, is the attestation that those products: are in agreement, besides the regulation, to the complementary specifications of ability to work described in the referential; come from a fabrication which is quality controlled. The classification Fire: The EUROCLASS ES system French regulation (under the order of November 21st 2002 JO of December 31 st 2002) lays down the test methods and the classification categories on what concerns fire reaction and in particular for the construction products (of which the flooring and mural). The order indicates tests to be performed plus the selected criterias for the classification specified in the standard NF EN Wood flooring belongs to the standard NF EN 14342, sports flooring the standard NF EN 14904, and finally wall covering the standard NF EN CE marking is mandatory since January 2007 for flooring falling within the harmonized standard EN Thus we have to declare the fire reaction for our entire range of products according to the EUROCLASSES system. CE marking has to be accompanied by a Declaration of Performance. This one provides detailled information about the essential characteristics of the products, especially the fire classification. The table below lays down the classes determined according to the standard NF EN , admissible under the rules of the previous classification M, mentioned in the regulations of security against fire. This is an extract of annex 4 under the order of November 21st 2002 for floors. Emission class The emitted substances by the construction products can contaminate the indoor air. It is declared and expressed with emission class, according to the rates of some substances considered individually or the sum of each volatile organic compounds (COVT or TCOV). - Class E1/E2: formaldehyde emission declared as part of the CE marking and the declarations of performance (DoP). E1 means that the formaldehyde content is lower than 0,1ppm (=0,12 mg/m³ of air). Abrasion resistance The abrasion resistance refers to the value corresponding to the ability of a flooring to resist to the abrasion use. The test is realized by means of a TABER abraser expressed in abrasion classes according to the European standard EN These classes play an important role for the determination of classes of use which define the area of use of a laminate flooring. The abrasion resistance is one of the numerous criterias to take into account for the qualitative evaluation. Annex 4 classes according to NF EN requirement A1 fl - Incombustible A2 fl -s1 M0 A2 fl -s2 M3 B fl -s1 M3 C fl -s2 M3 D fl -s1(1) M4 D fl -s2 M4 (1) exemption from providing information foreseen under the order of the 04/11/1975. The codification of A to F in accordance with the materials fire reaction (A being the best position). Euroclasses also take into account two essential criterias (laboratory tests): Smoke opacity (quantity and speed) indicated s for smoke -s1 : low quantity/speed -s2 : moderate quantity/speed -s3 : high quantity/speed Droplets and ignited debris indicated d for droplets - d0 : no debris - d1 : no debris which ignition lasts more than 10 seconds - d2 : neither d0 nor d1 - Labelling for purpose of health: emission characteristics of subtances are formalized according to a four class scale, from A+ to C, the A+ class indicating an emission level very low, the C class, a high emission level

8 COLLECTION APPLICATION Total Thickness Wearlayer Total weight Classification Backing Slip resistance Page Nr. Housing Offices Education Hospitality Public space ACOUSTIC ACOUSTIC SONIPRO 3,00 mm 0,35 mm 1850 g/m db P.18 SONIPRO PHONITEC 3,30 mm 0,37 mm 2270 g/m db P.24 PHONITEC ACOUTEC 3,30 mm 0,37 mm 2270 g/m db P.24 ACOUTEC PHONI-MASSIF 3,35 mm 0,63 mm 2320 g/m db P.30 PHONI-MASSIF PHONI-XTREME 3,35 mm 0,70 mm 2422 g/m db P.30 PHONI-XTREME DESIGN DESIGN RESITEX 2,70 mm 0,35 mm 2000 g/m db P.38 RESITEX EXPOLINE 2,00 mm 0,40 mm 1600 g/m db P.42 EXPOLINE PURETEX 3,00 mm 0,55 mm 2160 g/m db P.48 PURETEX SAFETY SAFETY TECHNO SAFE 2,00 mm 0,40 mm 1850 g/m db R11 P.58 TECHNO SAFE HEAVY DUTY HEAVY DUTY MASSIF 2,25 mm 0,60 mm 2330 g/m db P.64 MASSIF AMBIENT 2,50 mm 0,70 mm 2600 g/m db P.74 AMBIENT XTREME 2,00 mm 0,70 mm 2800 g/m db P.80 XTREME 14 15

9 ACOUSTIC SONIPRO PHONITEC / ACOUTEC PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME ACOUSTIC SONIPRO Leah / 559D 16 17

10 SONIPRO 1=s 3,00 mm 0,35 mm 19 db Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER C OMF ORT BAC ACOUSTIC Golden Oak 660L Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Beech Plank 012S Plank Size: 6,66 cm x diff. lengths Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 166L Sonipro 2 m: m: Golden Oak 624M Sonipro 2 m: m: Chalet Oak 102S Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 162L Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Honey Oak 960L Plank Size: 7,14 cm x diff. lengths Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Chalet Oak 646D Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Sonipro 2 m: m: m: SONIPRO Golden Oak / 967D Golden Oak 967D Sonipro 2 m: m: m: ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP2sP2E2C2 certificate nr

11 SONIPRO 1=s 3,00 mm 0,35 mm 19 db Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER C OMF ORT BAC ACOUSTIC Zora 010L Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 666L Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 619M Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 367M Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Dina 090S Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 989M Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 999E Sonipro 2 m: m: Leah 559D Sonipro 2 m: m: Leah 770L Sonipro 2 m: m: m: Leah 889M Sonipro 2 m: m: Leah 221M Sonipro 2 m: m: Leah 341M Sonipro 2 m: m: SONIPRO Leah / 770L 20 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP2sP2E2C2 certificate nr

12 ACOUSTIC SONIPRO MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Sonipro has been specially designed for the needs of multi-occupancy and social housing projects, where good quality sound insulation can make a huge difference to the quality of life. Thanks to a specially engineered soft foam backing, it has a sound absorption co-efficient of 19dB and is particularly effective at reducing impact noises, like the sound of footsteps on upper floors. A home should be beautiful as well as quiet. With 21 individual designs to choose from, the Sonipro range has something for every taste and every situation, making it the ideal choice for homes in new build developments. With a tough wear layer and slip resistance, the Sonipro range combines practicality with comfort and eye appeal. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN 651 ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., class 3,00 mm 0,35 mm T class 1850 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE G e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 19 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,028 m 2 /Kw 0,11 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. ACOUSTIC PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by C OMF ORT BAC 2s Sonipro Sonipro Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-CC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 22 23

13 PHONITEC / ACOUTEC 1=s 1=s 3,30 mm 3,30 mm 0,37 mm PHONITEC 20 db 0,37 mm 19 db ACOUTEC Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER ACOUSTIC Beech Plank 236L Plank Size: 6,66 cm x diff. lengths Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Pure Oak 412M Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: White Oak 366M Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Deco 613M Plank Size: 0,60 x 15 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: Miami 112L Tile Size: 25 x 33 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: White Oak 161S Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Pure Oak 169L Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Arbo 161L Size: allover wood Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: PHONITEC / ACOUTEC Pure Oak / 412M Arbo 917M Size: allover wood Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: White Oak 999M Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Miami 909M Tile Size: 25 x 33 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: Deco 991E Plank Size: 0,60 x 15 cm Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m:

14 PHONITEC / ACOUTEC 1=s 1=s 3,30 mm 3,30 mm 0,37 mm PHONITEC 20 db 0,37 mm 19 db ACOUTEC Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER ACOUSTIC Mia 111L Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Mia 611M Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Mia 979L Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Mia 997M Phonitec 2 m: m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: m: Mia 777D Phonitec 2 m: m: Acoutec 2 m: m: PHONITEC / ACOUTEC Mia / 611M 26 27

15 ACOUSTIC PHONITEC / ACOUTEC MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Designed primarily for social and multi-occupancy housing, these ranges combine excellent sound absorption characteristics with the stunning good looks and underfoot comfort demanded in the home environment. Phonitec and Acoutec share the same designs but have slightly different performance characteristics. They each have a total thickness of 3.30mm with a resilient 0.37mm wear layer, but whereas Acoutec has a sound absorption coefficient of 19dB, at 20dB Phonitec has the highest sound absorption coefficient in the group. They are both perfectly suited to renovation projects where their extra thickness will help to cover minor imperfections in the subfloor. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN 651 ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., 9 PHONITEC class 3,30 mm 0,37 mm T class 2270 g/m m* 30 m ACOUTEC class 3,30 mm 0,37 mm T class 2270 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION PHONITEC ACOUTEC 2 Dimensional EN ISO ,40 % 0,40 % stability EN 434 Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO 4918 p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE G e e 5 A 4 g 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 20 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,032 m 2 /Kw 0,10 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 19 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,032 m 2 /Kw 0,10 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. ACOUSTIC PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by 2s Phonitec Acoutec Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-SD B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 28 29

16 PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME 1=s 1=s 3,35 mm 3,35 mm 0,63 mm 19 db 0,70 mm 19 db PHONI-MASSIF PHONI-XTREME C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER C OMF ORT BAC ACOUSTIC Natural Oak 226M Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Vero 346M Plank Size: 14,3 x 100 cm Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Natural Oak 994D Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Havanna Oak 694M Plank Size: 16,66 x 150 cm Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Silk Oak 109S Tile Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Vero 796L Plank Size: 14,30 x 100 cm Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Natural Oak 936L Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME Natural Oak / 994D 30 31

17 PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME 1=s 1=s 3,35 mm 3,35 mm 0,63 mm 19 db 0,70 mm 19 db PHONI-MASSIF PHONI-XTREME C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER C OMF ORT BAC ACOUSTIC Leah 899M Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 141M Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 343L Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 484M Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 968D Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 787D Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: Leah 572M Phoni-Massif 2 m: m: Phoni- 2 m: m: PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME Leah / 572M 32 33

18 ACOUSTIC PHONI-MASSIF / PHONI-XTREME MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Social housing projects require different floors for different situations: toughness and safety, in common areas like entrances, stairwells and corridors, homeliness and comfort in private spaces. These two ranges share the same designs but have different wear layers. Phoni-Extreme has a 0.63mm wear layer. Phoni-Massif has durable 0.73mm wear layer which could easily be specified for heavy contract or light industrial use. Both have a highly sound absorbent 19dB acoustic foam backing. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN 651 ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DHJ 1 = t., 9 PHONI-MASSIF class 3,35 mm 0,63 mm T class 2320 g/m m* 25 m PHONI-XTREME class 3,35 mm 0,70 mm T class 2422 g/m m* 25 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION PHONI-MASSIF PHONI-XTREME 2 Dimensional EN ISO ,40 % 0,40 % stability EN 434 Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO 4918 p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE G e e 5 A 4 g 8 mm 6 degree < 0,1 mm Δ Lw 19 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,030 m 2 /Kw 0,11 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) 8 mm 6 degree < 0,1 mm Δ Lw 19 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,030 m 2 /Kw 0,11 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. ACOUSTIC PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2 & 4 m* Rolls length: 25 m Uni * availability on back of the samples C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER C OMF ORT BAC by Phoni-Massif /2 Provisoire Slovenian / Belgium plant Phoni /1 Provisoire Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-CC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 34 35

19 DESIGN RESITEX EXPOLINE PURETEX DESIGN EXPOLINE Liana / 111L 36 37

20 RESITEX 1=s 2,70 mm 0,35 mm 15 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Columbian Oak 939L Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Resitex 2 m: m: Fumed Oak 966M Plank Size: 12,50 cm x diff. lengths Resitex 2 m: m: Valley Oak 939L Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Resitex 2 m: m: Valley Oak 639M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Resitex 2 m: m: DESIGN White Oak 997D Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Resitex 2 m: m: Safira 979M Plank Resitex 2 m: m: Safira 990D Plank Resitex 2 m: m: Zinc 996D Plank Resitex 2 m: m: RESITEX Columbian Oak / 939L Pamplona 909E Plank Size: 33,33 x 50 cm Resitex 2 m: m: Pamplona 990E Plank Size: 33,33 x 50 cm Resitex 2 m: m:

21 DESIGN RESITEX MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES As the name suggests, Resitex has been designed for residential use, with a range of patterns in keeping with the latest trends in interior decoration, including some timber effect finishes which have the natural, life like, appearance of real wood. They all have a textile backing which smooths out minor imperfections in the sub-floor, making them perfect for house renovations or covering old asbestos floor tiles which would otherwise be costly or unsafe to remove. With a 0.40 mm wear layer for durability and a textile backing which makes them soft, warm and comfortable underfoot, a Resitex vinyl floor is a pleasure to come home to. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., class 2,70 mm 0,35 mm T class 2000 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION G SLIP RE SISTANCE e e 5 A 4 g 0,10 % 4 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 15 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,018 m 2 /Kw 0,16 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. DESIGN PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by FLOOR HEATING Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-TC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 40 41

22 EXPOLINE 1=s 2,00 mm 0,40 mm 10 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Fumed Oak 196M Plank Size: 12,50 cm x diff. lengths Expoline 2 m: m: m: Fumed Oak 160M Plank Size: 12,50 cm x diff. lengths Expoline 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 060L Expoline 2 m: m: m: Beech Plank 062S Plank Size: 6,66 cm x diff. lengths Expoline 2 m: m: m: DESIGN Oak Plank 026D Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Expoline 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 036M Expoline 2 m: m: m: Hickory 636D Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Expoline 2 m: m: m: EXPOLINE Fumed Oak / 160M 42 43

23 EXPOLINE 1=s 0,40 mm 10 db 2,00 mm Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Liana 009L Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 111L Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 663L Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 691M Expoline 2 m: m: m: DESIGN Liana 199L Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 919M Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 909M Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 797D Expoline 2 m: m: m: Liana 999D Expoline 2 m: m: m: EXPOLINE Liana / 999D 45

24 DESIGN EXPOLINE MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Exciting designs can transform the working environment and make the office a great place to be. The designs in the Expoline range contain "chips" of colour to create a visually sophisticated surface which can raise the energy levels and stimulate creativity as well as making a strong corporate statement. Office interiors need to be hard wearing as well as inspirational. A 0.40mm wear layer means that these designs are low maintenance; tough enough to stand up to regular cleaning, resilient to marks from outdoor shoes and easily able to shrug off the odd spilt coffee! PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., class 2,00 mm 0,40 mm T class 1600 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION G SLIP RE SISTANCE e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 10 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,015 m 2 /Kw 0,13 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. DESIGN PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by FLOOR HEATING Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-CC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 46 47

25 PURETEX 1=s 3,00 mm 0,55 mm 16 db Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY PU LAQUER Lime Oak 096L Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Lime Oak 960L Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Lime Oak 161M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Lime Oak 796M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: DESIGN Lime Oak 613M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Lime Oak 661D Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Lime Oak 169M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm Puretex 2 m: m: PURETEX Lime Oak / 796M 48 49

26 PURETEX 1=s 3,00 mm 0,55 mm 16 db Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY PU LAQUER Dakota 109S Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Dakota 969M Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Dakota 669D Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Dakota 966M Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: DESIGN Dakota 900M Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Dakota 799D Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: Dakota 977D Size: 50 x 50 cm Puretex 2 m: m: PURETEX Dakota / 900M 50 51

27 PURETEX 1=s 3,00 mm 0,55 mm 16 db Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY PU LAQUER Disa 111S Puretex 2 m: m: Disa 779M Puretex 2 m: m: Disa 699D Puretex 2 m: m: Disa 997M Puretex 2 m: m: DESIGN Disa 990M Puretex 2 m: m: Disa 790D Puretex 2 m: m: Disa 907D Puretex 2 m: m: PURETEX Disa / 779M 52 53

28 DESIGN PURETEX MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES A beautiful floor can leave a lasting impression, particularly in the hospitality sector, or create the right atmosphere in a school or lecture theatre. Puretex is a range of very modern, very sophisticated, designs with long, wide, plank sizes which gives designers the scope to match the floor to the setting however inspirational that might be. The designs in this range have a Textile backing, which means that they are easy to install over slightly irregular surfaces and a rugged 0.55mm wear layer, which makes them more than a match for commercial interiors. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., class 3,00 mm 0,55 mm T class 2160 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION G SLIP RE SISTANCE e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 16 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,025 m 2 /Kw 0,12 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. DESIGN PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE EA R S W A RRANTY 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-TC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 54 55

29 SAFETY TECHNO SAFE SAFETY TECHNO SAFE Jaxon /

30 TECHNO SAFE 1=s 2,00 mm 0,40 mm 14 db NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Baron 0127 Plank Size: 12 cm x diff. lengths Techno safe 2 m: m: Vero 3861 Plank Size: 14,30 x 100 cm Techno safe 2 m: m: Aveo 623M Techno safe 2 m: m: Marron 3140 Plank Size: 7,10 cm x diff. lengths Techno safe 2 m: m: SAFETY Aveo 602M Techno safe 2 m: m: Aveo 910M Techno safe 2 m: m: Jaxon 6033 Plank Techno safe 2 m: m: Jaxon 6233 Plank Techno safe 2 m: m: TECHNO SAFE Aveo / 910M Jaxon 8033 Plank Techno safe 2 m: m:

31 SAFETY TECHNO SAFE MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES A new generation of advanced safety flooring designed for public areas like entrance halls, offices and corridors, which have to look good as well as deliver a solidly functional performance. These technical safety floors comply with all the international regulations regarding slip resistance and are rated R11 in both wet and dry conditions. They have an anti-slip lacquer which makes them slip retardant to outdoor shoes, chair legs, castors and wheels. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DFI 1 = t., class 2,00 mm 0,40 mm T class 1850 g/m m* m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z G e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 14 db > 0,6 R11 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,014 m 2 /Kw 0,14 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. SAFETY PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: m EN Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Uni * availability on back of the samples NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by FLOOR HEATING Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant 05 DOP: 450-CC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg ZR 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building 60 61

32 HEAVY DUTY MASSIF AMBIENT XTREME HEAVY DUTY MASSIF Leah / 777M 62 63

33 MASSIF 1=s 2,25 mm 0,60 mm 10 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Arbo 189L Plank Size: allover wood Massif 4 m: Natural Oak 160S Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 936L Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 994D Massif 2 m: m: m: Chalet Oak 969M Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 947D Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 214L Massif 2 m: m: Natural Oak 226M Massif 2 m: m: m: HEAVY DUTY MASSIF Arbo / 614D Natural Oak 639M Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 416M Massif 2 m: m: Chalet Oak 363M Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Massif 2 m: m: m: Natural Oak 641M Massif 2 m: m: ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP3P3E2C2 certificate nr

34 MASSIF 1=s 2,25 mm 0,60 mm 10 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Arbo 614D Plank Size: allover wood Massif 4 m: HEAVY DUTY 66 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP3P3E2C2 certificate nr MASSIF Natural Oak / 639M 67

35 MASSIF 1=s 2,25 mm 0,60 mm 10 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Leah 111L Massif 2 m: m: m: Leah 222M Massif 4 m: Leah 333M Massif 2 m: m: m: Leah 444D Massif 3 m: m: Leah 557M Massif 2 m: m: m: Leah 777M Massif 2 m: m: m: Leah 996M Massif 2 m: m: m: Leah 799D Massif 2 m: m: m: HEAVY DUTY MASSIF Leah / 557M 68 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP3P3E2C2 certificate nr

36 MASSIF 1=s 2,25 mm 0,60 mm 10 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Iris 636M Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: Iris 016M Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: Iris 993M Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: Iris 797D Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: Iris 696D Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: Iris 099D Plank Massif 2 m: m: m: HEAVY DUTY 70 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP3P3E2C2 certificate nr MASSIF Iris / 993M 71

37 HEAVY DUTY MASSIF MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES Extra durable with a tough 0.60 mm wear layer and foam backing. Designed for use in large public spaces which require an attractive, low maintenance surface, which is highly resistant to indentation and the wear and tear of heavy footfall. Available in 4 metre width which reduces the number of seams and makes it quicker and easier to fit on larger floors. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DGJ 1 = t., class 2,25 mm 0,60 mm T class 2330 g/m m* 30 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION G SLIP RE SISTANCE e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,20 mm Δ Lw 10 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,014 m 2 /Kw 0,16 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. HEAVY DUTY PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: 30 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE NATURA L LOOK 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by FLOOR HEATING Massif Massif Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-SC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building ZR 72 73

38 AMBIENT 1=s 2,50 mm 0,70 mm 13 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Chalet Oak 000S Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Hickory 909L Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Silk Oak 916L Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 696L Ambient 2 m: m: m: Havanna Oak 991M Plank Size: 16,66 x 150 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Havanna Oak 613M Plank Size: 16,66 x 150 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Chalet Oak 066L Plank Size: 12,50 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Sillk Oak 603M Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: HEAVY DUTY AMBIENT Silk Oak / 916L Honey Oak 636M Plank Size: 7,14 cm x diff. lengths Ambient 2 m: m: m: Golden Oak 016M Ambient 2 m: m: m: Stock Oak 039M Size: 12,5 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: Antique Oak 026M Size: 16,66 x 100 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m:

39 AMBIENT 1=s 2,50 mm 0,70 mm 13 db Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER Havanna Oak 669D Size: 16,66 x 150 cm Ambient 2 m: m: m: HEAVY DUTY AMBIENT Golden Oak / 969L 76 77

40 HEAVY DUTY AMBIENT MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES With a tough 0.70 mm wear layer Ambient is perfect for large installations, heavy domestic, full contract and light industrial use. The designs in this range have a waffle back emboss which provides installation contractors with better adhesion and faster laying times for glued down floors. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 DGJ 1 = t., class 2,50 mm 0,70 mm T class 2600 g/m m* 25 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z G e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree 0,10 mm Δ Lw 13 db > 0,6 B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,025 m 2 /Kw 0,10 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. HEAVY DUTY PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2, 3 & 4 m* Rolls length: 25 m Uni * availability on back of the samples Y10 EA R S W A RRANTY NATURA L LOOK PU LAQUER 100% phthalate free by Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-SC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building ZR 78 79

41 XTREME 1=s 2,00 mm 0,70 mm 6 db C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER Silk Oak 109S Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm 2 m: m: Havanna Oak 696L Size: 16,66 x 150 cm 2 m: m: Golden Oak 696L 2 m: m: Pure Oak 904M Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm 2 m: m: Honey Oak 961M Plank Size: 7,14 cm x diff. lengths 2 m: m: Oak Chevron 913M Plank Size: 7 x 35,30 cm 2 m: m: Valley Oak 997D Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm 2 m: m: Barn Pine 696D Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm 2 m: m: HEAVY DUTY XTREME Barn Pine / 696D Lime Oak 976M Plank Size: 20 x 150 cm 2 m: m: Pure Oak 946E Plank Size: 16,66 x 100 cm 2 m: m: Natural Oak 369M 2 m: m: Havanna Oak 694M Size: 16,66 x 150 cm 2 m: m: ( ) decors referenced with  are related to UP4P3E3C2 certificate nr

42 XTREME 1=s 2,00 mm 0,70 mm 6 db C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER Maple Plank 600S Size: 6,25 cm x diff. lengths 2 m: m: Natural Beech 662L Size: 7,69 x 50 cm 2 m: m: Natural Oak 226M Size: 10 x 100 cm 2 m: m: Natural Beech 416M Size: 7,69 x 50 cm 2 m: m: Golden Oak 690L Size: 10 x 100 cm 2 m: m: Havanna Oak 662M Size: 16,66 x 150 cm 2 m: m: Havanna Oak 602M Size: 16,66 x 150 cm 2 m: m: Valley Oak 636D Size: 20 x 150 cm 2 m: m: HEAVY DUTY 82 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP4P3E3C2 certificate nr XTREME Havanna Oak / 696L 83

43 XTREME 1=s 2,00 mm 0,70 mm 6 db C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER Mira 190L 2 m: m: Mira 116L 2 m: m: Mira 160L 2 m: m: Mira 220L 2 m: m: Mira 330M 2 m: m: Mira 440M 2 m: m: Mira 550M 2 m: m: Mira 770M 2 m: m: HEAVY DUTY XTREME Mira / 990D Mira 707M 2 m: m: Mira 750M 2 m: m: Mira 790D 2 m: m: Mira 990D 2 m: m: ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP4P3E3C2 certificate nr

44 XTREME 1=s 2,00 mm 0,70 mm 6 db C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE PU LAQUER Mira 909L 2 m: m: Mira 970M 2 m: m: Mira 690D 2 m: m: Sia 111L 2 m: m: Sia 619M 2 m: m: Sia 616D 2 m: m: Sia 909L 2 m: m: Sia 999D 2 m: m: HEAVY DUTY 86 ( ) decors referenced with are related to UP4P3E3C2 certificate nr XTREME Oak Chevron / 913M 87

45 HEAVY DUTY XTREME MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES An extremely heavy duty range of vinyl flooring, manufactured to certified standards, with slip resistance, a highly resilient 0.70 mm wear layer and a compact backing, making them virtually impervious to residual indentation from shoes, walking frames or wheels. Available in 40 designs, 20 wood patterns, with either an authentic natural appearance or a stylish modern grey finish and 20 all over designs, in either a neutral palette or the most vibrant of colourways. is the perfect choice when only the best will do for contracts in medical centres, senior living, retail or commercial buildings. PRODUCT INFORMATION Norm Intensity of use Total thickness Wearlayer Abrasion group Total weight Standard width Standard length EN ISO EN 685 EN ISO EN 428 EN ISO EN 429 EN EN ISO EN 430 EN ISO EN 426 EN ISO EN 426 HK 1 = t., class 2,00 mm 0,70 mm T class 2800 g/m m* 22 m * check individual ref. for available widths TECHNICAL INFORMATION Dimensional stability Curling Light stability Residual indentation Impact sound improvement Dynamic coefficient of friction Slip resistance (ramp test with oil) Reaction to fire Report n : VNLF Underfloor heating Thermal resistance Thermal conductivity Chemical resistance / effect of stains Static Electrical Propensity Determination of peel resistance Furniture leg resistance Castor chair resistance EN ISO EN 434 EN ISO EN ISO 105 B02 EN ISO EN 433 EN ISO 717/2 EN DIN EN EN ISO 8302 EN ISO EN 423 EN 1815 EN ISO ISO EN 424 EN ISO p 3 s Z C LASSIFICATION G SLIP RE SISTANCE e e 5 A 4 g 0,40 % 8 mm 6 degree < 0,1 mm Δ Lw 6 db > 0,6 scale B fl /S1 class Suitable 0,014 m 2 /Kw 0,14 W/(m.K) Resistant < 2 kv on concrete 50 N / 50 mm No damage Suitable (type wheel H) * Please note that the data given could be imprecise and liable to modifications of a technical nature at any time. The information in these documents is valid from 01/01/2017 and Beauflor reserve the right to v make changes at any moment and without prior notice. Our technology is constantly evolving, so before carrying out any projects we encourage you to contact us to maintain our highest level of standards. HEAVY DUTY PRODUCT BUILD LOGISTICS INFORMATION ENVIRONMENT & FEATURES PU lacquer Wear layer Design layer Foam layer Impregnation layer Backing Glass fibre interlayer Laying direction: Wood Available in rolls: 2 & 4 m* Rolls length: 22 m Uni * availability on back of the samples C LASSIFICATION SLIP RE SISTANCE 100% phthalate free PU LAQUER by Slovenian / Belgium plant Slovenian plant EN DOP: 450-SC B.I.G Flooring nv, Rijksweg 442 B , Wielsbeke, BELGIUM NB: 0534 Resilient floor covering for use within building ZR 88 89

46 Installation instructions The information below is provided for anyone fitting a Beauflor cushion vinyl floor covering. Beauflor suggests that wherever possible the purchaser uses a professional installer in order to obtain the best results. Please read the complete instructions prior to fitting our vinyl floor covering. Failure to follow our instructions may affect your warranty so it is important to fully understand what is required before installation begins. Cushion vinyl flooring is intended for interior use only. To select the most appropriate product in the Beauflor collection you should consider the amount of wear and tear it will receive in the area you are going to use it. Softer vinyl flooring is not suitable for areas which receive heavy foot traffic, like hallways, or where it is likely to be subject to heavy, focused, loads like those from casters or wheels. 1. STORAGE & HANDLING Beauflor vinyl flooring must be stored indoors and protected from the weather. The storage area must be dry and free from direct sunlight with an ambient temperature between 0 C and 30 C. To avoid the vinyl flooring becoming yellow, ensure that the storage area is free of any contamination or pollution. Take care to avoid rough handling. If the material is pre-cut and then stored for some time, it must be rolled face out around a cardboard tube before installation, not piled-up or flattened under a heavy weight. Two metre wide rolls should be stored upright and securely fastened, rolls above two metres should be stored horizontally and not stacked VISUAL INSPECTION Before installation, always check that the product is the one you ordered in terms of specification, design and colour. At the same time carefully inspect the material for any visible damages and defects. Although Beauflor rolls are inspected before leaving the factory, it can happen that defects are not detected. In such case, contact your Beauflor distributor for assistance. Beauflor will not pay labour charges on claims filed for materials installed with obvious visible defects or damage caused by wrong transport, storage and/or handling ACCLIMATISATION Beauflor floorings and adhesives must be kept for conditioning for hours prior to installation, at a temperature of C and a relative humidity of 50-60%. They should then be left for a further hours, after fitting, before use. It is recommended that the material is pre-cut (accurately) to fit the room 24 hours prior to installation. Roll the material face out again but be careful not to damage the surface while handling the roll (do not roll the material face in, until taking it into the room for installation). Before installation, we recommend that the cushioned floor is laid flat and left for 2 hours at a room temperature of +18 C. If it is not possible to do this then the flooring should be loosely rolled and left in the room where it is to be installed for at least 24 hours. This will make the floor more flexible and easier to handle. Sheets of two metre wide floor covering should be rolled loosely and stored in an upright position for acclimatisation. Sheets of four metre wide floor covering should be cut to size and laid flat for acclimatization PRE-CUTTING Measure the maximum width and length of the room remembering to include any recess or doorway, adding 15cm to each dimension. To avoid unnecessary joints in your new floor it is important to purchase the widest width available. If more than one piece is required to fit your room you will need to allow for pattern match along the joint. It is also important that each piece is cut from the same mother roll. This will ensure that you have true colour match along the seam. If pieces are cut from different rolls, please check with your supplier that these have the same batch number. If not, Beauflor will not accept responsibility for any colour variation. 90 Rolls selected from the same batch must be installed in sequence, starting with the roll with the lowest batch number. Pay particular attention if the design needs to be laid in a reverse direction. 2. SUBFLOOR 2.1. UNDER All Beauflor floorcoverings are suitable for use over underfloor heating systems, providing the heating system has been installed properly. The heating system should have an automatic cut-off to ensure that the temperature never exceeds 27 C. This applies to both heated water systems and electrical systems. If the heating system exceeds 32 C then there is a danger of some discoloration. Ensure that the underfloor heating is working correctly prior to fitting the floor covering. The underfloor heating must be switched off for 48 hours prior to and 48 hours after the installation of the vinyl flooring. During this period an alternative form of heating should be provided to maintain a room temperature of 18 C - 30 C. After installation, the temperature of the underfloor heating should be raised gradually, in increments of 5 C per day, until the desired level. The temperature at the subfloor level should never exceed 27 C. Underfloor heating should never be installed over an existing floor covering. Any existing floor covering should be removed and the subfloor should be prepared in line with the manufacturer s specifications. The thermal resistance of the vinyl flooring will affect the temperature output of the underfloor heating. To ensure optimum performance, you should select a vinyl floor covering with a thermal resistance below 0,10 m² K/W. Otherwise the temperature of the underfloor heating would constantly have to be set too high to ensure an adequate transmission of heat UNDERFLOOR COOLING Vinyl flooring can also be installed over underfloor cooling systems; however, the temperature of the cooling water supply must never be below 18 C. Temperatures below this will produce condensation and could damage the floor covering. Similarly, room thermostats must never be set to a temperature which is more than 5 C below the room temperature CONDITIONS Subfloors must be absolutely level, clean and free from grit, dust, grease, oil, polish & old adhesive. Solvent-based products, petroleum, pigmented materials on or in the subfloor can permanently stain vinyl floor covering, that s why the subfloor must be free from paint, varnish, oils, solvents, wax, hardening compounds in mastic, asphalt and other similar materials. Imperfections in the subfloor will affect the final appearance and performance of cushioned flooring. Any particles that could compromise the quality of bonding with the adhesive must be removed. It is essential that the subfloor is dry. Dampness can cause discolouration to the flooring. The humidity of the subfloor must meet the standard technical requirements valid in the country where the flooring is to be installed. If in doubt, take a hygrometer reading to check the level of dampness. A maximum hygrometer reading of 75% RH is recommended. But in any case the moisture levels in the substrate must not exceed the following limits: Substrate Method Value Cement Screed CM 2,0 CM-% Cement Screed panel heating CM 1,8 CM-% Calciumsulfate Screed CM 0,5 CM-% Calciumsulfate panel heating CM 0,3 CM-% Concrete CM 3,0-3,5 CM-% Magnesia screed CM 1,3-5,0 CM-% Chipboard Darr 5-12 wt. % recommended 9wt. % OSB Darr 5-12 wt. % recommended 9wt. % Wood Darr 5-12 wt. % recommended 9wt. % CM Method Calcium Carbid method Darr method for determining moisture content Mineral screeds are hygroscopic. Their moisture content will vary according to the ambient humidity and temperature in the room. If the screed is allowed to dry naturally, the above values should be achieved at a substrate temperature of 20 C and a relative humidity below 65%. If the screed is dried artificially, lower CM values are required. CM measurements should be performed in the area where the highest degree of moisture is expected (taking into account exposure to sunlight, air currents etc). Samples should be taken from the lower third of the screed. For every 100 m² of screed surface, at least one measurement should be taken. Beauflor cannot be held responsible: for joint or texture show through, ridging over subfloor joints, any raised areas due to an uneven surface (from fasteners such as nails ) in the subfloor for discolouration from a wet subfloor for discolouration from fasteners (such as nails, staples ). Use only non- staining galvanized fasteners. for discoloration from stain sources on/in subfloor mentioned above. After subfloor preparation has been completed, carefully remove all dirt and debris from the subfloor with a vacuum cleaner, a broom or a brush with fine bristles PREPARATION Concrete floors Use a levelling compound if the surface is uneven, rough or cracked. It is usual to apply 3-6mm of levelling compound to produce the desired level of smoothness. Concrete floors should be tested for alkalinity. The allowable readings for the installation of Beauflor flooring are 5 to 9 on the ph scale Floor boarded timber floors All loose floorboards should be secured with suitable nails or countersunk screws. Any protruding nails must be hammered down flush with the surface. Cover the floorboards with 3-6mm gauge resin-bonded plywood panels (normally 1200mm x 600mm). Secure the panels with 25mm ring shanked nails, staples or countersunk flat head screws, at 100mm spacing. If the subfloor is timber on top a solid base (e.g. wood blocks on concrete) remove the timber and treat as concrete. Do not lay the flooring directly on timber treated with wood preservative Quarry or ceramic tiles Follow the basic requirements above for concrete floors. Any loose or broken tiles should be removed and the floor patched with a suitable concrete batch before using a latex levelling compound to fill the joints between the tiles to create a smooth surface. Old quarry tiles were often laid on subfloors without a suitable Damp-proof membrane. This should be checked prior to installation of the floor. If there is no integral DPM then a surface DPM must be installed Existing smooth flooring Remove all existing cushioned vinyl, linoleum, cork flooring Hard flooring Existing hard flooring such as PVC Compostion tiles (including bitumen based MARLEY tiles) may be left in place. All polish must be removed from the tiles with a solution of 2% household ammonia, the floor must then be thoroughly rinsed with clean water. Any damaged or loose fitting tiles must be removed and the floor patched flush to the remaining tiles with levelling compound. To prevent staining to the new floor, the tiles must then be covered with a MINIMUM 6mm thickness of levelling compound. Warning: Do not sand any existing flooring material, it may contain asbestos fibres, which can be hazardous to health. (Beauflor residential vinyl floors do not contain asbestos) For OSB plates All loose floorboards should be secured with suitable nails or countersunk screws. Any protruding nails must be hammered down flush with the surface. Do not lay the flooring directly on timber treated with wood preservative. After subfloor preparation has been completed, carefully remove all dirt and debris from the subfloor with a vacuum cleaner, a broom or a brush with fine bristles. 3. INSTALLATION 3.1. RECOMMENDED TOOLS All Beauflor floorcoverings are suitable for use over underfloor heating systems, providing the heating system has been installed properly. The heating system should have an automatic cut-off to ensure that the temperature never exceeds 27 C. This applies to both heated water systems and electrical systems. If the heating system exceeds 32 C then there is a danger of some discoloration. A sharp knife with a straight blade for long cuts. A soft brush A long metal ruler or straight edge A tape measure A tube of suitable seam bond (this is only necessary if there are joints) A roll of double-sided tape suitable for use with cushioned vinyl floor coverings (plasticizer resistant) Hair-dryer (optional) Pencil Adhesive trowel Damp cloth Roller (minimum 50kg) 3.2. PATTERN MATCHING Do not crease or fold the vinyl sheets as this can lead to permanent damage. Do not write on the back of the vinyl sheets with a pen or felt tipped marker. If necessary use a soft graphite pencil. Ensure that all the sheets are installed in the direction they have been printed (this should be the direction in which the rolls have been unrolled). When cutting to size, take into account the nature of the design and pattern. In the case of plank and tile designs, we recommend that every sheet should be installed in the same direction, for all-over designs, we recommend that every other sheet is rotated through 180. If in doubt, check with your local professional installer. For all-over designs, alternate sheets should be installed in opposite directions. For plank designs and tiles, sheets should be installed in the same direction. If more than one roll of the same colour is required, all the rolls must be from the same batch and installed in the same order as they are numbered. Beauflor cannot guarantee a colour match between different batches Laying direction Plan the direction and order of the sheets before installation, to ensure that if any joints are required they do not coincide with doorways or main traffic areas. In large, well lit rooms, sheets should run parallel to the incoming light. In long narrow rooms (like corridors) sheets can be installed along the length of the room. In square rooms, it is best to lay the rolls parallel to the entrance light, while in long and narrow rooms it is better to have them installed lengthwise. When Cut sheets 91 INSTALLATION

47 Installation instructions 92 you are installing 2m rolls next to each other it is important that these are all from the same batch. Important: Floors cannot be loose laid if a seam is required. If a seam is required the whole floor must be laid using the appropriate adhesive (see below) FITTING YOUR FLOOR a. Rough cut the material to size leaving about 5cm all round for final trimming in. If more than one piece of flooring is needed, cut the pieces to length but add an amount equal to the pattern match to each piece, plus the 5cm trimming allowance. b. Line up the cut piece to your selected starting wall. The material is laid with the 5cm over-cut running up the walls, ensuring that the pattern runs parallel to the wall. c. It is important to cut the floor in gradually. Several small trimming cuts are better than attempting one cut and will result in a better finish. Always hold the knife perpendicular to the floor to keep a straight cut finish. Internal corners Make small diagonal cuts across the material s corner very gradually until the material fits neatly into the corner. External corners Push the material firmly down into the joint between the floor and wall. Cut down the material, following the corner and trim flat to the floor. It can be helpful to gently warm the floor with a domestic hair dryer to make it more flexible. Irregular fittings (radiator pipes etc) Push the material into the joint between the floor and fitting and cut down almost to the floor. A small cross-cut will then stop the material tearing. Gently ease the material down around the fitting by cutting to the floor at all pressure points and cutting flat to the floor. d. With the material now lying flat around the fittings and corners, the final cutting along the wall lengths can be carried out. Push the flooring into the joint between the wall and floor with a straight edge and cut off small strips at a time, gradually working the material down to the floor keeping the blade tight against the skirting board and held as near the vertical position as possible. e. Avoid trimming in too tightly as this will prevent the material lying flat (as a general rule leave a gap of 2-3mm between the edge of the floor and the skirting board to allow for normal movement, this will avoid any buckling due to room expansion/contraction). f. Release any trapped air by sweeping with a soft broom. g. To allow for the movement of heavy appliances (fridges/washing machines/cookers) it is important to fully adhere the vinyl to the floor in the area behind where the appliance will stand. This band should be at least 5cm deep and run beyond the full width of the appliance, where the floor meets the wall. This minimizes the risk of pulling up the flooring during movement. If heavy appliances are to be regularly moved placing them on an off cut of vinyl or on a piece of hardboard should be considered. This will further reduce the risk of damage to the flooring SEAM CUTTING Additional items required Low-tack masking or clear adhesive tape. Acrylic adhesive and fine notched trowel or a double-sided adhesive tape suitable for vinyl flooring. Chemical vinyl seam bond (Cold welding fluid Type A) Follow these steps a. Fit the largest of the rough-cut pieces in accordance with above guidelines. b. Lay the next largest rough-cut piece so that it overlaps the first by 35-50mm, ensuring that the pattern (4m width only): adjacent sheet widths should be reversed to minimize apparent shade variation. c. Fit this second piece as described above. d. To cut the seam place your steel rule or straight edge so that the guiding edge lies over both edges of the overlapping material. Hold firmly and cut through both thicknesses simultaneously keeping the knife as vertical as possible to the flooring to create a closely butting seam (This will require gradual cutting - do not attempt to accomplish in one stroke.) 3.5. ADHERING VINYL TO SUBFLOOR Generally, installations requiring only one sheet of flooring material, which is less than 20m², do not require full adhesion. Installations over 20m² are better fully adhered especially if they involve more than one piece of flooring. The maximum room size for loose laying Beauflor flooring is 20 m² for PVC backed products; for Tex Bac products loose lay up to 45m². Please revert to the table below for loose lay guidelines. Beauflor does not recommend any loose laying of Flextreme products! (Pietro/Supreme) Collection Subfloor preparation Loose lay** Semi loose lay*** Puretex Minimal subfloor preparation < 45 m 2 > 45 m 2 Supreme Minimal subfloor preparation < 35 m 2 > 35 m 2 Blacktex Minimal subfloor preparation < 35 m 2 > 35 m 2 Tex-Style Minimal subfloor preparation < 35 m 2 > 35 m 2 Safe-Tex With limited subfloor preparation < 25 m 2 > 25 m 2 Smartex With limited subfloor preparation < 25 m 2 > 25 m 2 ** Without glue or adhesive. *** With double sided adhesive or velcro at the periphery of the part and at the joints Perimeter adhesion We do not recommend perimeter adhesion of Beauflor Vinyl floor coverings. However double-sided tape (suitable for resilient residential vinyl) can be used in doorways to ensure the vinyl lies flat. Alternatively the floor can be held in place under a suitable threshold strip Full adhesion Installations requiring full adhesion are best carried out by a professional installer. However, as a general guideline : After applying a suitable adhesive in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions, allow the adhesive to cure until it reaches its initial bonding strength, before putting the floor covering in place. Ensure that the sheet is flat, smoothing out bubbles, compressions and tensions. Check that the seams are joined tightly together. Do not try to compress seams that are curling. If the sheets are curling it is an indication that the sheets are not joined together correctly Additional tools/items needed An acrylic flooring adhesive (rubber/neoprene adhesives must not be used) A fine notched spreader An old blanket Single piece installation After fitting, turn back the flooring to expose about half of the subfloor. Apply the adhesive to the subfloor in accordance with the adhesive manufacturer s instructions. Replace the flooring material slowly and carefully over the prepared subfloor without trapping air bubbles. Turn back the other half and follow the same procedure. Roll the flooring with a 50kg flooring roller to push out any trapped air bubbles Two piece installation a. Where more than one piece is being fully adhered, complete fitting as described above and pattern-match both pieces, but do not cut the seam. Refer to the section - Pattern-matching, seam cutting before you begin b. Carefully fold back the flooring and put down a piece of double-sided tape on the floor directly under the middle of the seam. Alternatively apply a 15cm/6 band of acrylic adhesive to the floor directly under the seam. c. Carefully replace the flooring onto the tape or into the adhesive making sure that the pattern match is correct. d. Cover the seam with a low-tack masking or clear adhesive tape (do not use a strong adhesive tape as this may damage the floor surface when you remove it). e. Cut through the tape along the seam so it is ready to take a cold-welding vinyl sealant fluid. Allow 24 hours after adhesion of the floor before finishing the joint. (Refer to the section welding ) f. Fold back the material from the side walls parallel to the seam, exposing about half the subfloor under each piece. g. Spread the adhesive in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions, replace the material over the prepared subfloor. h. Allow the recommended drying time and then carefully reposition the material. i. Roll the flooring with a 50 kg flooring roller to push out any trapped air bubbles. Take care not to force adhesive up into the seam. For Flextreme / Tex Bac products : Press the material onto the adhesive with a broom wrapped in a blanket, taking care not to force adhesive up into the seam WELDING Cold welding Cold welding is used in low-traffic and residential areas, and can be started 24 hours after the installation of vinyl sheet flooring. Seam welding should only be undertaken after the drying process is complete, this will take a minimum of 24 hours. a. Cover the seam between two sheets of vinyl flooring with lightly removable adhesive tape to prevent the sealant fluid from sticking to the surface of the vinyl flooring. b. Using a sharp blade (e.g., a utility knife), cut through the tape along the seam c. Insert the applicator needle well into the seam until it touches the subfloor. Pull it slowly along the seam whilst gently squeezing the tube (follow the instructions of the seam bond manufacturer). d. The needle will allow fluid to flow into the seam and, at the same time, a bead of fluid about 2-4mm wide will be left on the tape. e. After approximately 10 minutes, the sealant starts drying and the adhesive tape can be removed. The seam will be dry enough to walk on after 20 minutes and fully cured in 2-3 hours, by which time it will be a watertight, dirt-resistant seam. With time, as a consequence of cleaning and normal wear, the joint between two sheets of vinyl flooring disappears Hot welding Where there is a risk of water occasionally pooling on the surface of vinyl flooring, hot welding is used. This will prevent the penetration of water and humidity through the seams. It is also recommended for areas with underfloor heating systems. In order to achieve the best results, it is necessary to wait 48 hours after the installation of the vinyl, to allow the adhesive to completely dry - only then can you begin hot welding. Hot welding ensures a homogeneous joint between two sheets of vinyl flooring, guaranteeing a permanent seal and a longer life span for the floor. Hot seem welding is appropriate for commercial floors which do not have a foam backing and should have a wear layer of 0.40mm or more. Beauflor suggests that wherever possible the purchaser uses a professional installer in order to achieve the best results. Recommended tools: Standard welding gun Speed weld nozzle type 1 Speed weld nozzle type 2 Grooving tool Trimming sledge Half-moon trimming knife a. Install the floor covering as described in the installation section leaving a gap of max. 1mm at the seam. Allow the adhesive to dry for a minimum of 48 hours before hot-welding the seams. b. When the adhesive has fully cured, cut a groove along the seam using a standard grooving tool. The depth of the groove must be 50-60% of the thickness of the floor covering and must be a maximum of 3mm wide at the surface. c. Once the flooring has been grooved the seam must be cleaned free from dust. This can be done using a soft brush or by blowing the seam clean using a standard hot-welding gun on its lowest available heat setting. d. The seam is welded using standard 4mm welding cable. e. It is always best to do a trial weld on a piece of waste flooring in order to set the correct temperature and welding speed. This is because all floor coverings and welding cables have different compositions and react differently under heat. As a guide the weld gun should be set to a temperature between 425 C and 450 C. The speed of welding varies between floor coverings. The speed must be slow enough to ensure a good weld between the cable and the floor covering but not too slow that the surface of the floor covering is discolored in any way. f. In order to reduce the risk of burning the surface we recommend the use of a special speed weld nozzle. This type of nozzle concentrates the heat into the groove and reduces the risk of scorching. g. Once the seam has been welded the first trim can be done. This must be done using a half-moon knife and a sledge. This allows most of the excess welding cable to be trimmed away whilst still warm. h. The remaining welding cable must be allowed to cool to room temperature before further trimming. Failure to do this will mean that the welding cable may contract as it cools creating a dished surface which is unsightly and can trap dirt. i. Once the weld is completely cool the final trimming can be done. This is done using the half-moon knife this time without the sledge. Care must be taken with the angle of attack and the sharpness of the blade to ensure a clean cut without digging into the surface of the product. j. Once the weld has been trimmed flush to the surface the job is complete. After the vinyl flooring has been installed, protect the sealed seams for at least 16 hours after seam sealer application to ensure a proper seam bond. There is sometimes a difference in gloss between the weld cable and the floor covering. This can be reduced by glazing the weld using the heat gun. Again this is best tested on a waste sample before use on the full job to judge the correct temperature and heating time required. 4. AFTER INSTALLATION Once the installation is complete we recommend that you allow at least twenty-four hours drying time before moving heavy objects back into place. Keep traffic to a minimum during the first 48 hours, to allow the adhesive to harden at consistent temperatures between C. Furniture should not be placed on the floor until the adhesive has had adequate time to dry (at least 24 hours/after 72 hours). Always move heavy furniture and appliances with care to avoid gouging or tearing the floor. First, lay strips of plywood or hardboard panels on the floor. Then roll, walk or slide these items on the strips. Make sure furniture legs have non-staining floor protectors. Replace small, narrow metal or dome-shaped glides with smooth, flat glides that are in flat contact with the floor. Glides should be equipped with self-adhesive felt pads to avoid scratching the surface of the floor. The pads should be checked periodically for grit and wear and replaced when necessary. Always place mats at outside entrances to prevent dirt, grit and soil from being tracked onto your floor. Do not use: Rubber-backed mats or other rubber objects as they may permanently stain your floor. Heat-producing appliances (refrigerators, hot air emitting devices...) or cigarettes and matches can scorch, burn or discolour your floor. Spiked heels on floor coverings, they can leave permanent damage. When overexposed to the sun, vinyl flooring may discolour or fade, it should be protected from strong sunlight by drawing curtains or blinds. Prevent the floor from coming into contact with water for the first 72 hours after installation, or until such time as all seams are welded. Hereafter the adhesive is sufficiently resistant to water so that the bonding strength will not be affected. During the service life of the floor, the temperature should never fall below 13 C. The performance of the flooring material and adhesives can be adversely affected below this minimum temperature. 5. MAINTENANCE 5.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE The amount of daily usage will determine how often cleaning is required. Sweep as necessary with a soft broom. Care must be taken if you use a vacuum cleaner, do not use vacuum cleaners with beater bars. Wipe over 93 INSTALLATION

48 Installation instructions 94 with a clean damp mop or cloth, which should be rinsed frequently in clean water. Caution: Remember that all floors can be slippery when wet. When necessary wash with a solution of clean water and mild detergent or domestic floor cleaning emulsion. Rinse thoroughly and soak up residual water. For additional lustre buff with a dry cloth. Spots, marks and spillages should be wiped up as soon as possible. Do not use: Wire or nylon wool scouring pads Furniture polish Spirit based polish Powder or liquid abrasive cleaners Bleach or strong detergents Always follow the manufacturer s instructions. Check that the cleaner/ polish is suitable for use with cushioned vinyl floor coverings PERIODIC MAINTENANCE The floor should be cleaned periodically by using a floor machine equipped with a scrubbing brush, wet vacuuming or dry buffing. Vinyl floors with a protective PU lacquer do not normally require polish. Other floors will require polishing to protect the floor s surface from staining agents and to give a surface shine. For such floors apply a liquid emulsion -floor polish after installation and thereafter at 6 12 monthly intervals as required. Always follow the manufacturer s instructions when using a floor polish or cleaner. To avoid build-up, it is important to remove the previous layer of polish prior to re-polishing. The old polish can be removed by using an appropriate stripping solution and a wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Once the new polish has been applied, buff to a gloss finish using a dry buffing machine MAINTENANCE IN CASE OF STUBBORN STAINS In the case of extremely stubborn stains, such as acids, alkalis, shoe-polish, blood, mustard, food, candy, fruit and fruit juices, grass, urine, excrement, vomit etc, Beauflor recommends using a suitable cloth or a towel soaked with a neutral floor cleaner and water, or a cloth soaked with methylated spirit. Note: This process is not suitable for Safety flooring. For stains which won t wipe up easily, such as chewing gum, iodine, wax, oil, asphalt, tar etc. the sooner you act the better. Carefully remove the excess with a dull kitchen knife, then rub the area lightly with mineral spirits, isopropyl alcohol or lighter fluid. Repeat as necessary until the stain has been removed. After removing any stubborn stains always rinse well with clean water PROTECTING YOUR FLOOR FROM PHYSICAL DAMAGE Avoid the following: a. Rubber backing on doormats may result in yellow discolouration of the floor immediately beneath. Choose a natural fibre mat in preference. b. Rubber feet on furniture may cause staining. Remove them altogether or replace with coasters or felt pads between them and the floor. c. Spirit-based products such as shoe polish, solvents, hair dye and permanent marker pens. Wipe up spots and marks as quickly as possible. Also applies to turmeric, mustard and strongly coloured foodstuffs. d. Corrosive substances such as acid and alkaline solutions can damage the surface of the floor, clean up any spills quickly and carefully avoiding direct with the substance. Wear protective clothing (gloves etc. when doing so). e. Bitumen/tar from freshly resurfaced or melted roads and pathways. Some inexpensive rubber shoe (and slipper) soles can also cause stains. The above list is indicative of materials likely to cause damage but is not to be considered restrictive. PHONITEC/ACOUTEC Arbo / 917M 95 INSTALLATION

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