CORALENTRANCE SYSTEMS_

INTRODUCTION_

BENEFITS_

SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES_

TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

INTRODUCTION_

A good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance

By stopping up to 94% of walked-in dirt and moisture, Coral can reduce cleaning costs by up to 65% and prolong the life of interior floor finishes and coverings. It also prevents the floor from becoming slippery and hazardous

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

INTRODUCTION_CORAL WELCOME

With its contemporary linear design and rich, deep pile, Coral Welcome entrance floor incorporates both the style and aesthetic appeal of a luxury carpet. It makes an unequivocal statement in any entrance area combining aesthetics with environmental properties

INTRODUCTION_CORAL WELCOME

Coral Duo provides unrivalled dirt removal and is particularly effective at trapping and retaining soil and moisture in the first few steps inside an entrance area

In fact, research shows that Coral Duo retains 10% more dirt in the first few meters than any other textile entrance flooring system, which also makes it an ideal choice for smaller entrances

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

BENEFITS_CORAL WELCOME & DUO

Keeps out moisture and dirt

Suitable for the toughest commercial use

Ideal for interior entrance and circulationareas

Complies with the highest fire class standard: Bfl-s1 according to EN 13501-1

BENEFITS_CORAL WELCOME

The only entrance floor in the world with an environmental BRE A+ rating

BENEFITS_CORAL WELCOME

For areas where there is a greater risk of fire, Coral Duo can be supplied with a fire retardant latex backing

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

SUGGESTED SPECIFICATION_SHEETING

Supply and fix approximately 9.0mm thick x 2.0m wide Coral Welcome/Duo polyamide fibre-based entrance matting system, manufactured in accordance with EN14041, with sheets cut and joined as per manufacturer’s instruction to fit the required space

It is recommended that the mat be countersunk in a purpose-designed mat-well, adhered using FloorworX No. 71 contact adhesive, but mats may also be surface mounted after being edged as per the manufacturer’s instructions

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

WARRANTY_

FloorworX offers a 5 year limited warranty, subject to our terms and conditions, against defective material provided that it is installed and maintained in accordance with our recommendations

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS_

Coral Entrance Systems should be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations

Training Centre is available for installation training to installers

SUB-FLOOR_

Sub-floors must be smooth, hard, clean, and dry before laying commences

The final appearance and durability of any resilient flooring installation depends largely on the condition of the surface upon which it is laid

A good sub-floor is vital in achieving a satisfactory adhesive bond and long-term durability

Uneven, solid or suspended timber floors may need preparation to meet the required standard

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

SUB-FLOOR_

All sub-floors must be tested for moisture content prior to installation

To prevent problems associated with rising damp - it is essential that a damp-proof membrane be incorporated beneath the sub-floor

The South African Standard Building Regulations require that all sub-floors in contact with the ground are so constructed as to be damp-proof

Water is an integral part of the construction of a sub-floor - the amount of water used depends on the type of sub-floor, the required structural strength and the extent of curing

It is impossible to state a time period after which a sub-floor may be considered dry enough upon which to lay flooring - factors such as ambient temperature, relative humidity, thickness of the slab, type of finish required and methods used to cure the concrete, will affect this period

There are various methods of testing the moisture content within the sub-floor, which includes the use of a Hygrometer – the most practical and accurate instrument

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

CLIMATIZATION_

Store rolls of Coral Entrance Systems sheeting standing on end and acclimate material for 24 hours in a uniform room temperature between 18°C and 27°C prior to installation

ADHESIVE_

The recommended adhesive for Coral Entrance Systems is FloorworX No. 71 contact adhesive

Be aware that the direction in which Coral Entrance System is manufactured, is NOT the traffic direction, so Coral Entrance Systems must be installed with the ribs at right angles to the direction of traffic

DO NOT REVERSE sheets for seaming

Smooth the seams

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

NOTE_

Do not use a stretcher or knee kicker on Coral Entrance Systems

Trim the excess material at doorways and walls using a carpet knife or edge trimmer with a hooked blade

Use a bolster to press the Coral firmly into the adhesive after trimming

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_PREVENTIVE CARE

Approximately 80% of the dirt and soiling that has to be cleaned off a floor has been trafficked in from outside the building. More than 90% of that soiling can be avoided by the use of an effective entrance matting system

When less dirt is trafficked through the entrance there will be a reduction in maintenance requirements.

Regular cleaning is more cost-effective and hygienic than occasional heavy duty cleaning

Wipe up any grease and oil spills immediately and treat stains as soon as they are observed

Black rubber wheels and rubber furniture feet can discolour the floorcovering - hard plastic is preferred

Always follow the manufacturer’s dosage instructions regarding the use of cleaning chemicals

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_POST INSTALLATION SITE CLEAN

Floor maintenance begins immediately after the completion of installation

The initial step is to remove any loose dirt or debris using a dry mop, broom or vacuum

Sand, construction debris and sharp-edged objects may result in irreparable damage being inflicted to the new floor.

Remove any visible adhesive residue using a damp cloth, once the adhesive has cured it will be difficult to remove

If other trades are working in the building after the installation of the flooring, the floor must be protected from subsequent damage by the use of thick paper, cardboard or hard board.

No wet maintenance must take place until 72 hours (3 days) have elapsed from the time of installation - this is to ensure that the adhesive has sufficient time to cure properly and develop full bond strength

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_INITIAL CLEAN

It is essential to remove dry soiling at least once a day

The most effective method is to use vacuum cleaners that incorporate a mechanically driven rotating brush or suction-only machines with a rotating brush attachment

Vacuum slowly and in all directions across the matting, to get the full effect of the combined suction and brushing

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_REGULAR CLEANING

SPOT CLEANING

Gently clear away the spillage from the surface with a blunt scraper

Treat what is left of the spillage with a proprietary carpet spot cleaner (for polyamide pile floorcoverings)

Rinse with clean water

Allow to dry

High traffic areas need additional attention, to remove concentrated surface soiling and reduce the appearance of “traffic lanes”

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_REGULAR CLEANING

DRY EXTRACTION

Dry extraction: this method uses a moist compound that is impregnated wit water, detergent and safe-to-use solvents

CYLINDRICAL BRUSH EXTRACTION

Cylindrical brush extraction: this method also uses machines with counter rotating brushes,but this time a proprietary carpet cleaning solution is brushed into the pile and the dirty water returned straight to the machine

When it is a loose lay matting, whipping it regularly is important

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

MAINTENANCE_PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

At intervals, the matting should be treated with a deeper cleaning process called “spray extraction”

This removes soiling from the base of the pile and restores the surface texture to optimise its “clean-off” performance

Factors like the type and amount of traffic, as well as the effectiveness of “Initial cleaning” and “Regular cleaning” will govern how often this deep cleaning is needed

This process can be carried out using either a spray extraction machine or a 3-in-1 spray and brush machine

When wet cleaning is not possible a pouder cleaning is the best solution

When it is a loose lay matting, you should spray the matt now and then with a waterhose and if necessary brush it clean

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

TECHNICAL PROPERTIES_

CORAL Entrance SystemsA good quality entrance system provides a very effective way to reduce cleaning costs, preventing unnecessary repair and ensuring ease of maintenance.

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