This month, Carpet Options showcases Gerflor Texline Vinyl Floors
Texline is the original & first successful textile backed product in the Australian market.
Specifically designed for ease of installation directly over irregular surfaces, it reduces the need ofr additional costs & time of sub-floor preparation.
It is installed flat & stays that way throughout its easy maintenance lifetime, protected by Gerflor’s superior surface treatment, which prevents dust & dirt from getting trapped.
Underneath, the patented textile backing is treated with Sanasol, a waterproof membrane, to resist the development of mould, bacteria, mildew & rising moisture when used in damp areas.
Texline’s soft, absorbent backing effectively reduces noise & insulates against cold, bringing quiet, warmth & underfoot comfort to your home. Available in a huge range of contemporary colours & designs, Texline is the ideal flooring solution for any room in the home. Carpet Options offers you the choice of Texline Classic, Premium Texline HQR or Heavy Duty Texline PRO fro home or business.
Texline HQR delivers the most durable surface treatment with superior scuff & scratch resistance & the low maintenance regime you can expect to find in a resilient floor. It is protected by a thick wear layer to ensure the highest performance standards. Texline HQR also has an anti-slip surface to provide maximum safety for use in any room, even kitchens & bathrooms. This premium collection is suitable for both residential & light commercial applications.
TEXLINE® CLASSIC
IDEAL FOR RENOVATIONS BY SAVING TIME & MONEY. QUICK TO INSTALL.
10 YEAR GUARANTEE
Texline is a revolutionary textile backed flooring surface that combines the warmth, comfort & quiet of carpet with the
practical hardwearing benefits of vinyl.
Can be laid directly, without adhesives, over most existing subfloors to reduce installation time & cost.
The patented polyester textile backing bridges subfloor
irregularities ensuring the surface remains smooth throughout its life.
Glass fibre interlayer adds dimensional stability to ensure maximum durability & eliminate tearing.
Sanosol® treated to prevent against
fungal & bacterial growth for a more hygienic floor.
Hygienic & easy to clean Diamalite surface treatment helps to prevent the spread of dirt & bacteria.
Double waterproof barrier from above & below
protects from rising damp: ideal for wet areas & damp concrete floors.
Soft, absorbent backing reduces noise & insulates against cold, bringing quiet, warmth & underfoot comfort to your home.
To view the range of Texline Classic colours click here to go to Gerflor >>
TEXLINE® HQR
TEXLINE® HQR PREMIUM RANGE IS THE IDEAL MIX OF CONTEMPORARY DESIGN & PERFORMANCE.
15 YEAR
GUARANTEE
Texline® HQR is the ideal combination of comfort & durability.
Can be laid directly, without
adhesives, over most existing subfloors to reduce installation time & cost.
The patented polyester textile backing bridges subfloor irregularities ensuring the surface remains smooth through its life.
Glass fibre
interlayer adds dimensional stability to ensure maximum durability & eliminate tearing.
Sanosol® treated to prevent against fungal & bacterial growth for a more hygienic floor. Slip-resistant.
Hygienic
& easy to clean PUR surface treatment helps to prevent the spread of dirt & bacteria.
Double waterproof barrier from above & below protects from rising damp: ideal for wet areas & damp concrete floors.
Soft, absorbent backing reduces noise & insulates against cold, bringing quiet, warmth & underfoot comfort to your home.
HQR Colours available: To view the range of Texline HQR colours click here to go to Gerflor >>
Texline HQR cross-section & layers
INSTALLATION
TEXLINE’S UNIQUE COMPOSITION MEANS THAT IT CAN BE LAID IN A RANGE OF WAYS OVER A VARIETY OF SUBFLOORS
Texline can be installed by:
Using conventional methods with adhesive
Using double-sided tape for
semi-permanent installations
Loose laid
Using the new hook & loop installation system for flexibility; adjustments during installation; easy removal of floor during redecoration; or update floor with the latest colours &
designs all on the same hook strips that give perfect hold.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF SUBFLOOR
Thanks to its technical characteristics, Texline can be installed on most existing subfloors, provided the irregularities,
joints or gaps don’t exceed 3mm in width or 2mm depth.
Texline can be laid directly on:
Wooden floorboards
Ceramic tiles
Over a concrete surface
Texline can be installed loose lay or semi-permanently directly over irregular surfaces. In certain instances a smoothing compound or boarding may be required to obtain a satisfactory finish. Ask your Carpet Options installers for their expert advice on how best to lay your new Texline floor using the method suited to your subfloor, the environment & your specific requirements.
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR TEXLINE FLOOR
Regular Maintenance
For regular maintenance, use a vacuum cleaner, a soft broom or a damp mop.
To clean texline use a neutral floor cleaning detergent with water & rinse thoroughly. Clean with luke warm water containing a mild detergent (do not use linseed oil-based detergents
Annual Maintenance
Once or twice a year if your flooring is subject to heavy use:
thoroughly clean the floor using a nylon brush & water containing detergent
polish the floor with a self-shine emulsion for a bright finish.
Stain Removal for your Texline Vinyl Floor
Rust: clean with an antirust liquid or oxalic acid.
Ink, tomato juice, mustard, blood, urine:
use diluted bleach, 30 volume peroxide with a few drops of amonia or alcohol vinegar. Soak for a few
minutes without rubbing & then rinse.
Tar, grease, paint, felt tip pen (texta), petrol, alcohol, rubber marks:
rub with pure detergent & then rinse.Texline White Spirit will
remove most stains without damaging your floor.
DO NOT USE:
Solvent wax, vitrified varnish, black soap, linseed oil-based products, acetone, trichlorethylene.
Avoid abrasive powders or pads
To keep your Texline floor looking beautiful do not put waxed or rubber products in prolonged contact with your floor as they will stain your flooring.
At Carpet Options we strongly suggest replacing wax or rubber castors on the end of furniture legs with plastic or nylon ends or protect the floor with felt pads or a high quality chair mat.
SUSTAINABILITY: TEXLINE VINYL & THE ENVIRONMENT
Gerflor are investing in new raw materials & production processes, building a sustainable future.
Elimination of heavy metals- Reduction of VOCs
- Withdrawal of solvent based inks
- Elimination of phtalates rated CMR
- Preservation of water resources
- Reduction of energy consumption
- Air protection
- Industrial wastes management
- Selection of recycled packaging
- Environmentally friendly transport policy
Gerflor Vinyl floors: proven technical performance - conserving precious resources for a sustainable future.
- Economy and easy maintenance: no need for polish/wax, reduces chemical usage
- Sustainable installation: product concepts promoting easy installation with no adhesive required
Gerflor: pioneering solutions in recycling.
- 100% recyclable floor coverings
- Gerflor recycles nearly 100% of its post manufacturing waste
- Gerflor was one of the founding members of the first floor covering recycling workshop
- Gerflor is involved in Vinyl 2010 within the EPLOOR organisation to increase the recycling of end of life PVC products.
