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When it comes to selecting a smoothing underlayment, a number of important factors should be taken into account, including the compatibility of a product with both the floorcovering and subfloor, as well as the levels of traffic a floor will be subjected to. Smoothing underlayment formulations which are free from natural rubber latex, or are water-based are typically the preferred choice for sensitive educational environments. For fast-track projects, specifiers should consider using fast-drying and rapid strength gain products, or pumpable underlayment systems.
Sticking with schools To secure a floorcovering effectively, flooring adhesives should be selected according to their compatibility with the subfloor and the final
floorcovering. For the most up-to-date information on the compatibility of adhesives with floorcoverings, specifiers should consult manufacturers’ recommended adhesive guides.
Where large areas of flooring need to be installed, or replaced in schools, the speed and ease of applying a flooring adhesive can be significantly increased using sprayable systems. Dispensing over 2 litres of product per minute with minimal atomisation of the adhesive to the surrounding air, sprayable adhesive systems can provide substantial time and cost savings compared to the use of traditionally applied adhesives.
To maximise the investment from the current BSF and PCP programmes, school buildings should be constructed according to the
specific needs of the environment. In the case of flooring, it should be durable and hard-wearing to withstand the pressures of everyday school life. As such, effective preparation of the subfloor is essential to ensure the long-term performance of a floor and avoid costly remedial work. Prior to the selection of subfloor preparation products, a number of factors should be considered, including the presence of moisture, the compatibility of the products with the flooring conditions and a project’s timescale.
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