Technical advice
Speciality adhesives
The majority of flooring adhesives out in the marketplace are used on a day-to-day basis. These adhesives are commonplace and the application methods are generally…
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Bostik DPMs and primers compatible with Anhydritec Gyvlon® calcium sulphate screeds
We were recently asked by Anhydritec to test several of the company’s calcium sulphate screeds for compatibility with Bostik products. The testing was based on…
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Choosing a single or two-component moisture control system
Excess moisture is a common yet potentially troublesome factor to consider when installing flooring. Historically, moisture related issues accounted for the vast majority of all…
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Selecting the appropriate primer
Priming is, at least in my experience, an often misunderstood and under-appreciated aspect of subfloor preparation. What some installers see as an extra, unnecessary step…
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Pressure sensitive adhesives (PSAs) – when to use and not use
Pressure sensitive adhesives have been around for quite some time. They’re non-reactive, acrylic-based adhesives. Once they are applied, they start to dry – but…
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Installing floor coverings on raised access flooring
During the installation of floor coverings, particularly in the office and administration sector, one common substrate is raised access flooring (RAF). How you approach RAF…
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What you can expect from a technical services department
Most manufacturers have a technical services department, but what exactly do they offer the customer? Technical services provide support in many different forms and,…
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Winter working challenges
Winter is here and brings with it extra challenges for all flooring contractors. In an ideal world, an internal trade such as floor laying should…
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Understanding moisture tests for a successful installation
Moisture testing is a crucial stage in the preparation of any new floor. These types of test are often offered by a manufacturer’s technical…
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How to complete subfloor preparation on timber substrates
Plywood, chipboard and other wood-based substrates are common materials in domestic and commercial settings. These substrates can pose various challenges to the flooring installer, especially…
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