EDITOR’S VOICE Hello and welcome to the February issue of TCF.
This month, we bring you a bumper focus on screeds, resins & coatings. Resin flooring has long been the go-to solution for heavy manufacturing and industrial settings. However, its durability, and ease of maintenance now mean that the hardwearing surface is being specified more and more in the commercial sector as well as in high-end residential projects.
With this in mind, we hear from FeRFA CEO Mark Spowage who summarises how to select the correct system to meet client needs. Flowcrete UK then expands upon this with expert advice on the differences between some of the most common systems, including epoxy, polyurethane (PU) and methacrylate (MMA).
And from resins to screeds, Ross Verity of Force-Dry looks at the inherent benefits of liquid gypsum screeds and outlines the key to successful force drying, which can save time and money for contractors and developers.
One application where slip-resistance and cleanliness are of the utmost importance is in healthcare settings. We feature advice from Fleur Carson of Karndean on the key considerations for selecting a flooring solution that can stand up to the heavy demands of hospital and care environments. And while durability and hygiene are important, colour also has a pivotal role to play when it comes to enhancing wellbeing, wayfinding and safety as Altro’s Joe Hurst explains.
Our final focus is on floor tiles where Stone Consultants Director Robert Merry discusses how contractors and specifiers can avoid costly mistakes when installing natural stone in bathrooms and wetrooms. And finally, Sian O’Neill of Topps Tiles provides some top tips for making a statement with pattern.
I hope you enjoy the issue!
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