1. FLOORFLEX®
VINYL TILES_

2. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
INTRODUCTION_
BENEFITS_
SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES_
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

3. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
INTRODUCTION_
Homogeneous vinyl flooring has a uniform structure and composition from the top to the bottom as there is no separate backing layer
The manufacturing process results in a compact single layer product available in semi-flexible and fully-flexible composition structures
FloorworX offers a wide range of locally produced and imported homogeneous flooring options, which includes Floorflex: a semi-flexible, locally manufactured vinyl tile range
Floorflex is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
Floorflex complements any interior design scheme with its tremendous long-lasting characteristics and aesthetics

4. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade.
BENEFITS_
Durable
SANS 581 mark bearing
100% recyclable
70% natural
Low carbon footprint
Locally manufactured at our factory in East London

5. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_
Supply and fix 1.6mm/2.0mm/2.5mm thick x 300mm x 300mm Floorflex® semi-flexible vinyl tiles manufactured in accordance with SANS 581 and laid in FloorworX No. 62 acrylic adhesive which has been spread using a trowel fitted with an A2 notched blade at a rate of between 5.5m2 and 6.5m2 per litre on a previously prepared Class 1 sub-floor in accordance with SANS 10070, using FloorworX Self Leveller when required, including all cutting and waste
The flooring must be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68kg three-sectional roller immediately after it has been laid into the adhesive
The newly laid floor must, after 72 hours, be stripped using FloorworX Stripper, scrubbed using a diluted solution of FloorworX Rinse and then sealed with 3 coats of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer
WARRANTY_
FloorworX offers a 5 year limited warranty, subject to our terms and conditions, against defective material provided that it is installed and maintained in accordance with our recommendations
Please Note: This product is for indoor use ONLY.

6. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_
Floorflex® should be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations
Training Centre is available for installation training to installers
SUB-FLOOR_
Sub-floors must be smooth, hard, clean, and dry before laying commences
The final appearance and durability of any resilient flooring installation depends largely on the condition of the surface upon which it is laid
A good sub-floor is vital in achieving a satisfactory adhesive bond and long-term durability
Uneven, solid or suspended timber floors may need preparation to meet the required standard

7. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
SUB-FLOOR_
All sub-floors must be tested for moisture content prior to installation
To prevent problems associated with rising damp - it is essential that a damp-proof membrane be incorporated beneath the sub-floor
The South African Standard Building Regulations require that all sub-floors in contact with the ground are so constructed as to be damp-proof
Water is an integral part of the construction of a sub-floor - the amount of water used depends on the type of sub-floor, the required structural strength and the extent of curing
It is impossible to state a time period after which a sub-floor may be considered dry enough upon which to lay flooring - factors such as ambient temperature, relative humidity, thickness of the slab, type of finish required and methods used to cure the concrete, will affect this period
There are various methods of testing the moisture content within the sub-floor, which includes the use of a Hygrometer – the most practical and accurate instrument

8. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
CLIMATIZATION_
Floorflex® tiles must be allowed to relax for 24 hours in a uniform room temperature between 18°C and 27°C prior to installation
ADHESIVE_
The recommended adhesive for Floorflex® tiles is FloorworX No. 62 acrylic adhesive
Adhesive to be spread using a trowel fitted with an A2 notched blade at a rate of between 5.5m2 and 6.5m2 per litre
POST INSTALLATION_
It is essential that during the course of installation the material be rolled in both directions with an articulated 68kg three section metal floor roller

9. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_PREVENTIVE CARE
Approximately 80% of the dirt and soiling that has to be cleaned off a floor has been trafficked in from outside the building. More than 90% of that soiling can be avoided by the use of an effective entrance matting system
When less dirt is trafficked through the entrance there will be a reduction in maintenance requirements.
Regular cleaning is more cost-effective and hygienic than occasional heavy duty cleaning
Wipe up any grease and oil spills immediately and treat stains as soon as they are observed
Black rubber wheels and rubber furniture feet can discolour the floorcovering - hard plastic is preferred
Always follow the manufacturer’s dosage instructions regarding the use of cleaning chemicals

10. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_POST INSTALLATION SITE CLEAN
Floor maintenance begins immediately after the completion of installation
The initial step is to remove any loose dirt or debris using a dry mop, broom or vacuum
Sand, construction debris and sharp-edged objects may result in irreparable damage being inflicted to the new floor.
Remove any visible adhesive residue using a damp cloth, once the adhesive has cured it will be difficult to remove
If other trades are working in the building after the installation of the flooring, the floor must be protected from subsequent damage by the use of thick paper, cardboard or hard board.
No wet maintenance must take place until 72 hours (3 days) have elapsed from the time of installation - this is to ensure that the adhesive has sufficient time to cure properly and develop full bond strength

11. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_INITIAL STRIP AND SEAL
Dust mop or vacuum the floor to remove loose soil and dust
Dilute FloorworX Stripper 1:5 with clean water in a suitable container
Apply the diluted FloorworX Stripper solution to the floor using a flat mop and leave for a few minutes before scrubbing with an automatic scrubbing machine or a rotary machine fitted with a black pad
Do not flood the floor and do not allow the stripper residue to dry on the floor
Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum
Rinse the floor using a solution of FloorworX Rinse diluted 1:10 with clean water by means of a flat mop to neutralise the FloorworX Stripper and remove any residue using a wet/dry vacuum
Rinse the floor again using clean water and a flat mop and, after removing any visible moisture using a wet/dry vacuum, allow sufficient time for the floor to dry thoroughly.

12. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_INITIAL STRIP AND SEAL
Using a lambswool applicator, apply a thin, even coating of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at a rate of 20m2 per litre
Allow sufficient time for the coating to dry thoroughly
Apply the 2nd coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the initial coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly
Ensure that the floor is not trafficked between coats
Apply the 3rd and final coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the previous coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly
Once the initial strip and seal process is complete, ensure that the mops, pads and lambswool applicators are rinsed thoroughly in warm water and allowed to dry for re-use

13. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_REGULAR CLEANING
Dust mop with flat mop or vacuum on a daily basis to remove dust and loose dirt
Damp mop the floor weekly with flat mop using a solution of FloorworX Maintain diluted 1:100 with clean water, ensuring that the mop is not too wet as it will leave smear traces
Scrub as required, using a solution of FloorworX Maintain diluted 1:10 with clean water, with a rotary machine fitted with a blue pad
Rinse with clean water using a flat mop
Apply FloorworX Spray Buff in a fine stream or mist onto the floor in front of a rotary machine fitted with a red pad and work in until dry
The FloorworX Spray Buff assists in maintaining a smooth surface and constant level of gloss while extending the time between stripping and re-sealing operations.

14. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC CLEANING
When the coating of sealer has become worn to the extent that regular maintenance cannot improve its appearance, the floor must be stripped and re-sealed
The frequency of this requirement depends on a number of factors, including the effectiveness of the entrance matting, the amount of traffic and the quality of the regular maintenance procedures
Dilute FloorworX Stripper 1:5 with clean water in a suitable container
Apply the diluted FloorworX Stripper solution to an area of approximately 10m2 of the floor using a flat mop and leave for a few minutes to soften the coating before scrubbing with an automatic scrubbing machine or a rotary machine fitted with a black pad
Do not flood the area and do not allow the stripping solution to dry on the floor
Remove the residue immediately after scrubbing using a wet/dry vacuum

15. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC CLEANING
Rinse the 10m2 area of floor using a solution of FloorworX Rinse diluted 1:10 with clean water by means of a flat mop to neutralise the FloorworX Stripper and remove any residue using a wet/dry vacuum
Once the initial 10m2 area has been stripped and rinsed, proceed to the next 10m2 area and repeat the process until the entire floor has been stripped and rinsed
Rinse the entire floor again using clean water and a flat mop and, after removing any visible moisture using a wet/dry vacuum, allow sufficient time for the floor to dry thoroughly
Using a lambswool applicator, apply a thin, even coating of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at a rate of 20m2 per litre
Allow sufficient time for the coating to dry thoroughly

16. Floorflex® Vinyl Tiles
Floorflex® is a range of semi-flexible vinyl floor tiles available in 3 gauges and a range of 18 standard colours to meet the most demanding requirements in terms of tone and shade
MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC CLEANING
Apply the 2nd coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the initial coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly
Ensure that the floor is not trafficked between coats
Apply the 3rd and final coat of FloorworX Silk Matt or Gloss Sealer at right angles to the previous coat and allow sufficient time to dry thoroughly
Once the initial strip and seal process is complete, ensure that the mops, pads and lambswool applicators are rinsed thoroughly in warm water and allowed to dry for re-use

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

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