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Forbo Flooring Systems’ unique in-house design service has brought to life a striking refurbishment project at Loughborough University in Leicestershire. “The aim was to provide a stimulating
and modern study area, that was atractive and engaging to students, enhancing the overall image of the University,” comments Sarah Gorey, Furnishing and Design Manager at the University. Sarah discovered the Tessera Alignment range of carpet tiles from Forbo. Thrilled by the bright colours and striking linear effect, Blaze, in vivid red and Sphere, in electric lime, were selected as the main palete, and the basis on which the mezzanine level in the James France Building exhibition area was designed. Forbo’s in-house design service
worked on a detailed floor plan to supply the university with a variety of options which incorporated different products from their portfolio. Key considerations aside from the
aesthetics were the durability and maintenance of the floor coverings. All areas were subjected to a heavy and frequent footfall. Therefore, Nuway Tuftiguard and Coral integrated entrance systems were installed as part of the refurbishment by flooring contractors W. Blackburn of Syston, to scrape off the worst of the soil tracked in on the soles of shoes or wheeled vehicles, in heavy traffic areas. The robust Nuway systems reliably tackle intense high point loads, while the Coral effectively removes footborne moisture for optimum safety, as well as providing a smart entrance area. The Nuway and Coral products were colour co-ordinated with the rest of the design, to maintain the overall flow. In addition, Surestep wood safety
flooring separates the work stations from the seating areas, offering guaranteed lifetime slip resistance coupled with excellent maintenance properties and high durability, due to the inclusion of Step Crystals in the wear layer. Surestep can be installed in all general purpose areas requiring R10 slip resistance and can also be easily maintained due to its unique PUR Pearl™ finish. Peter Raiment, Managing Director at W. Blackburn of Syston said: “We installed over 2,000m2 of flooring across two buildings, so the service and delivery from Forbo was key to fit in to the demanding time schedule. We were very impressed with the ease of installation, reasonable price and professionalism from Forbo.” Sarah Gorey explains: “The overall effect is fantastic – a striking mixture
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of bright colours and eye-catching textures in a completely contemporary fashion, which has definitely fulfilled the original vision.” The Contract Flooring Association
were also impressed with the project and voted it ‘Installation of the year’. UB
ABOVE: Forbo’s ‘Plan Design’ service
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