Design Buy Build Issue 44 2020 | Page 42

SMART, STURDY AND STYLISH: 2TEC2 IS THE FLOORING INNOVATION FOR YOUR PERSONAL PROJECT The product itself was the result of a five-yearlong search for perfection, resulting in a major innovation in the flooring sector. 2tec2 specialises in high-quality flooring that combines the assets of both hard surface floors and carpet. The Belgian company is known for its impeccable quality and personal service, while continuously setting the bar for the industry a little bit higher. The products are almost entirely made inhouse. From there, in the South of Belgium, they’ve found a way to upscale projects all over the world. A smart combination of woven vinyl and fibreglass gives 2tec2 its characteristic, durable, easy-to-maintain qualities. Joining functionality with elegance, 2tec2 boasts the look and feel of textile flooring with the excellent properties of hard surface floors. It’s sustainable, easy to clean, hardwearing and waterproof while still looking fresh and stylish. This makes it an ideal flooring choice for larger projects - hospitals, offices, hotels, public spaces - in which the floors need to be able to withstand some wear and tear. Moreover, the acoustic properties of 2tec2 are excellent because of the innovative Comfort-Backing®system that is built in the flooring system. An additional layer of felt, which is 100% recycled, makes sure sounds are absorbed and adds a welcome additional level of underfoot comfort. 2tec2 is continuously improving its products through thorough research and development. In its own research lab, the products are continuously tried and tested, looking for even better flooring solutions. 42 Sustainability is key in these processes, and the production process is optimised to reduce the environmental footprint. For starters, vinyl is a thermoplastic that can be recycled over and over again. All products are free from dangerous chemicals and metals, making them suitable for healthcare facilities, and can be cleaned without the need for aggressive chemicals. Solar panels provide all the energy needed for the production, and a heat recovery system makes sure it is used efficiently throughout all daily activities. 2tec2 also invests in pre-consumer waste recycling, meaning that all materials which enter the facilities are fully used, either manufactured to an end product or used as a base for other materials. 2tec2.com