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LEVELLING COMPOUNDS


ABSOLUTELY FLAWLESS The experts at Bostik outline


what contractors should look for in a smoothing compound.


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FIND THE RIGHT LEVEL Selecting the correct levelling


compound is crucial for perfect preparation. We hear from BAL on how


to get it right every time. OFFICE & WORKPLACE


ADHESIVE FREE, STRESS FREE


Garry Bateman, of Forbo Flooring Systems, explores the latest developments in adhesive-free floorcoverings.


REGULARS 13


SPOTLIGHT: INSPRING CREATIVITY


We shine the spotlight on Karndean Designflooring’s brand-new commercial brochure series, designed to inspire architects, interior designers and contractors at the point of specification.


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MAKEOVER OF THE MONTH:


A BOOST TO WELLBEING Altro revisits a London hospital to see the lasting impact of products used to create patient-centred, healing, safe and homely environments in several departments.


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PRODUCTS AND SERVICES


The latest launches and updates from across the industry.


10 QUESTIONS WITH… Each issue we ask an industry


professional the Tomorrow’s Contract Floors 10 Questions. This month, we chatted to Jason Spangler, Flooring Division Manager, Wagner Meters.


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WORKING TOGETHER IVC has helped to bring AIB


Corporate Banking’s company values to life at its Dublin office.


SAFETY FLOORING


DON’T SLIP UP How can you ensure that a safety


floor continues to perform at its best? We hear from Traffik on the benefits that ceramic coatings can provide.


ON TRACK FOR SUCCESS


F. Ball provides expert advice on achieving the optimum subfloor preparation when installing safety flooring.


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