Design Buy Build Issue 48 2021 | Page 39

FLOORS & FLOORING
Waterproof credentials are important and will enable the material to be used in damp spaces , without encouraging mildew or ‘ blow ’ unlike traditional wood flooring . Ensuring the product is protected under warranty will also guarantee that it is covered for many years to come ; some products include up to a 25 year residential and 15 year commercial warranty .
" It is essential that the flooring material selected for a home or commercial build is suitable for its environment , not just in look and feel , but also in it ’ s durability ."
Textured 3D surfaces can also deliver the aesthetics of solid or engineered wood flooring and are suitable for kitchens , living rooms and bathrooms . Many tiles now come with an integrated UV layer to protect from fading and discoloration .
It is also useful to consider a material that provides easy installation ; some flooring materials provide a drop-lock installation system and the ability to score the surface and easily snap each tile to cut , therefore eliminating the need for specialist tools . This allows the material to be cut to size and laid on top of any material , uneven surfaces and gradients ; removing the need to detach pre-existing flooring and speeding up the fitting process further .
To find out more about Composite Prime or where to buy it ’ s flooring products , please visit www . composite-prime . com / composite-product / touchstone-flooring /
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