Technological progress in all areas of life has led to a curious phenomenon: previously complex processes became accessible even to amateurs. Work on installing floors of any type has always required special knowledge and certain qualifications. Today, the production of modular floor coverings has been launched, the installation of which can be handled by any non-specialist. Polyvinyl chloride tiles are designed according to the principle of children's puzzles. To connect them into a single canvas, a wooden or rubber hammer is enough.
Composition and design of PVC tiles
Like all ingenious things, PVC flooring is very simple, but at the same time surprisingly durable and reliable material. The usual tile thickness is from 5 to 7 mm, it consists of 3 layers:
- The base is made of polyvinyl chloride, to which quartz sand and fiberglass are added.
- A film on which a design is applied.
- Covered in transparent protective plastic.
Tiles-modules are produced in the form of squares different sizes, with side lengths of 33, 50 and 61 cm. To ensure reliable and simple connection into a single whole and installation of monolithic polymer coatings they are equipped with locking fastenings: T-shaped and dovetail.
Why do modern consumers choose PVC coating?
In fact, why choose vinyl tiles for the floor if there are many other proven options - wood, concrete, polymers? This question is asked by people who are not familiar with the advantages of polyvinyl chloride tiles:
- harmlessness– polyvinyl chloride environmentally friendly material, injection syringes are made from it;
- water repellent properties– the tiles are intended for use in conditions high humidity, it is used to decorate floors in greenhouses, lay coverings around swimming pools, and lay them in bathrooms;
- heat resistance– the material does not deform under temperature changes, so it is successfully used for the device heated floors, and also placed on garden paths, in barbecue areas and on the verandas of summer cottages;
- ease of repair– if one of the tiles fails for any reason, to replace it it is enough to remove the bad one and install a new one; the entire work requires a minimum of money and time;
- ease of cleaning– to ensure the cleanliness and freshness of the floor covering, ordinary wet cleaning by hand or with a special machine is sufficient.
These advantages are important for consumers planning to use tiles for domestic purposes: soft carpeting in bedrooms, fancy color combinations in hallways and living rooms, water-repellent coating in bathrooms and kitchens, green grass and comfortable, clean paths in summer cottages.
The best floors for production
For industrial facilities with increased requirements, where it is necessary to install monolithic polymer coatings, modular tiles are invaluable due to their qualities:
- high mechanical strength– the ideal composition of the material from which the tiles are made allows it to be used in any industry where there are large mechanical loads on the floor surface, frequent pinpoint impacts, and heavy vehicle traffic;
- abrasion resistance – the durable composition of the top layer prevents the formation of scratches and abrasions; it is laid in places large cluster people, in the halls of train stations and airports, in shopping centers;
- chemical resistance - in hazardous industries with increased requirements, aggressive substances are used that can damage the coating. PVC tiles are especially appropriate here; they are used in car repair shops and garages, in chemical plants and laboratories; they are resistant to alkalis, acids and salts; after cleaning with cleaning compounds and special solvents, not a trace remains of them;
- good sound absorption - the viscous structure of the material is capable of dampening noise, so the modular coating is laid in factory workshops with high noise levels, this provides additional comfort and convenience to workers;
- speed of installation - the modular covering is assembled so quickly that technological process, which takes place indoors, is not interrupted.
For industrial facilities, one of the main criteria is the mechanical strength of the coating; modular tiles fully meet this requirement. To make the work process more comfortable, manufacturers have launched the production of commercial tiles in different shades.
Down with gray, boring floors in factories and workshops! Floor coverings made of polyvinyl chloride are available in any color scheme, they create psychological comfort at work. An additional convenience of such a dirt-proof coating is that it is easy to clean; the use of any chemical solvents cannot damage its surface.
Main characteristics
- Type key connection: T-shaped, " dovetail", "carnations", hidden.
- Tile thickness: 0.5-1.6 cm.
- Module sizes: from 25x25 to 50x50 cm.
- Material weight: 3.3-12 kg.
- Material density: 1.3-1.4 g/cm3.
- Hardness of PVC tiles: 45-94 Shore.
- Temperature range at which operation is possible: from -30 to +50 degrees.
About the disadvantages of modular coating
Unfortunately, it has not yet been created by designers construction material, has absolutely no shortcomings. Modular tiles also have them:
- necessity careful preparation the base for laying - it must be perfectly flat;
- material of manufacture – synthetic;
- relatively short service life - up to 10 years.
Their list, compared to the advantages, is so short and insignificant that it does not influence the choice in any way.
Application of PVC flooring – from summer cottages to industrial floors
Modular PVC tiles are so universal material that it is successfully used as a floor covering for premises of any purpose and even for arranging open paths and areas. Depending on the area of application, modular coatings are classified as:
- commercial and semi-commercial - such tiles are laid in production premises and in places with high human traffic, they are particularly durable and resistant to abrasion;
- specialized - tiles intended for laying in sports halls, coatings with an anti-slip surface, with fire-resistant or antistatic properties;
- household – floor coverings for houses or apartments, they are installed in schools, kindergartens and hospitals; this is an excellent option for restaurants, cafes and other catering establishments.
The main criterion for choosing a tile is its purpose. The designers have thought through all the nuances that affect its use: anti-slip coating for street version, super strength for industrial facilities and wholesale warehouses, beauty and environmental friendliness for houses and apartments. In addition, orthopedic coverings are produced, with the help of which foot massage can be easily and naturally carried out, tactile tiles for orientation in space for the visually impaired, and floor coverings ideal for gyms and sports halls, playgrounds and courts.
A designer's paradise
In design, PVC floor covering is fundamentally different from vinyl tiles, which were used to cover floors in recent Soviet times. standard apartments. In the appearance of the new tiles there is nothing similar to the dull, monotonous tones of materials from the Soviet period. Modern modular floor coverings are distinguished by bright colors of any shade of the palette; they come in plain colors or decorated with geometric patterns.
There are options that accurately imitate noble parquet and rare marble. Do you want to create an artificial lawn or a small football field on your property? There are tiles on sale with the texture of young grass laid on a prepared base; they will do the job perfectly. If the soul requires a soft solid in the bedroom carpeting- such a rug, durable and easy to clean, is assembled from appropriate tile modules.
Installation of modular tiles - sequence and features
Before installation begins, it is necessary to remove the old coating and completely repair the surface on which the floors will be laid. All cracks, potholes and chips are puttied, and if necessary, a new screed is made. Modular covering mounted on a leveled, cleaned, dust-free and primed base.
Assembly begins from the middle or from the corners of the room. The tiles are easily connected to each other using simple lock systems, it is enough to lightly fix the joints with a rubber hammer. If it is necessary to cut the tiles to size, this is done with a jigsaw or carpenter's knife. The coating is made airtight by the method cold welding, at which in locking connections Use a special needle to inject vinyl glue.
Thanks to this procedure, the coating becomes compliant with increased requirements for operation in conditions of high humidity; it is laid in car washes, when constructing swimming pools, and in showers. Good chemical resistance allows the use of modular tiles, connected into a sealed surface, in car services, repair shops, chemical plants and laboratories, wherever there is a possibility of exposure of the floor to gasoline, acids, and salts.
The dirt-proof coating made of polyvinyl chloride is quickly cleaned of dust, dirt, oils and any chemicals, is easy to clean and does not lose its original bright colors.
All these beneficial features attract buyers who want to update the floors in a house or apartment, improve country cottage area device convenient paths, soft rugs in the pool area. Not less often, modular tiles are purchased by entrepreneurs in order to install clean, comfortable and functional floors in factories, stores, warehouses, and shopping centers.
Modular flooring is unique facing material, which is produced in the form of modular tiles. It was invented about 40 years ago. However, during this time technical specifications of the presented material have improved significantly.
This PVC tile has the following advantages:
- The product is durable enough to withstand heavy loads and impacts. That is, you can freely move furniture on it without fear of damage or scratches appearing on it.
- The material is resistant to negative influence solvents, gasoline, chemicals.
- Has an anti-slip effect.
- The product does not accumulate static electricity.
- The material does not burn.
- Works well in rooms with high humidity levels.
- These PVC tiles are very easy to install and clean. That is, they can be washed with a damp cloth using detergents. A 100 square meters rooms can be tiled in just a day.
- The product is universal, since the finished coating can be quickly disassembled and moved to another room.
- Modular tiles are able to absorb noise and vibration well when walking.
Used as in industrial premises, and in living rooms Oh. More details about the qualities of a modular floor in the video:
Technical characteristics and areas of application
Modular PVC tiles can be laid in the following places:
- Production workshops.
- Areas where food is prepared.
- Training and sports halls.
- Residential premises: bathrooms, toilet rooms, hallways, corridors.
Modular tiles are successfully used in garages, gyms, industrial premises, offices and in the home As for the technical characteristics, they are as follows:
- Lock type: T-shaped, dovetail, stud, hidden.
- Tile thickness: 0.5-1.6 cm.
- Module sizes: from 25x25 to 50x50 cm.
- Material weight: 3.3-12 kg.
- Product density: 1.3-1.4 g/cm3.
- Hardness of PVC tiles: 45-94 Shore.
- Temperature range at which operation is possible: from -30 to +50 degrees.
Hidden lock type modular tiles Classification of modular coverings
Exist different types modular PVC tiles:
- Tough.
- Semi-rigid.
- Soft.
In addition, the material can be divided by areas of use:
- Lightly loaded.
- Sports.
- Highly loaded.
- Dirt-resistant.
- Moisture resistant.
The video will tell you about different areas applications and types of modular tiles:
Based on the material of manufacture, the modular coating can be as follows:
- Garden decking. It is made from thermowood or wood materials various breeds.
- Rubber tiles with special locks, which are installed mainly in technical rooms.
- Material from crumb rubber, which is fixed to the base with adhesive.
- PVC tiles, which are most often used in living rooms and public spaces. This is one of the most durable and reliable coatings, which is used in garages, hospitals, workshops, and residential premises with heavy load on the floor.
It is necessary to take into account that when choosing the presented floor covering, it is necessary to take into account not only specifications, type and cost of material, but also general style design, color of the product.
Installation
How to prepare the base?
In this case, there is no need to remove the old coating or layers of paint (varnish), and there is no need to moisten or dry the subfloor. All preparation consists of the following:
Laying features
You can lay PVC modular tiles yourself. None special devices This requires nothing more than a wooden or rubber mallet. The surface must be smooth and clean.
Installation should begin from the corner of the room. Do not forget about the compensation gap between the tiles and the walls, which is usually 0.6-1.2 cm. It is necessary so that the floor covering does not warp under the influence of temperature changes. It will not spoil the appearance of the room, since it will subsequently be closed.
On the side that will be adjacent to the wall, the PVC tiles should not have locks, so they must be removed with a jigsaw. Next, the elements are connected using locks located at the edges of each module. To fix them, you do not need to hold the elements at an angle. For better connection Lightly tap the lock on top with a mallet.
Visual installation in video:
If the last elements do not fit into the space between the covering and the wall, they can be trimmed. Modules can be mounted with or without offset. The original option is when two colors of PVC modules are used. In this case, the floor will look like a chessboard. To create an intricate pattern, you can use tiles of several shades.
Types of modular tile reliefs
Modular PVC coating can have different reliefs:
- "Corn". Most often, such tiles are used for installation in technical premises: garages, repair shops. The main advantage of the product is the small depth of the pattern, so cleaning the coating will be simple and quick. In addition, the material is not slippery.
- "Coin". This type of material is made in different colors, so it can be safely used for cladding living rooms or children's playgrounds. It is characterized by a high degree of environmental cleanliness and is non-slip.
- "Orange". Best suited for gyms or food industry workshops.
- "Shagreen". This type of coating can be found in gyms, hospitals, shops, and production workshops. It is easy to clean and has good appearance and environmentally safe.
Features of care
The presented PVC coating does not require the use of special cleaning products. You can simply sweep away dust and debris from its surface or vacuum it. Wet cleaning involves the use of conventional detergents.
If it is necessary to remove greasy or difficult stains from the surface of the coating, you can use degreasing solutions. In order for the surface to last longer and have a good appearance in conditions technical operation, it can be treated with acrylic polish.
How to choose?
In order for a floor covering to perform its required functions well, it is necessary not only to install it correctly. Sometimes do right choice the material is much more important. In order not to make a mistake with your purchase, you need to take into account some product parameters when choosing:
- Place where PVC tiles will be used.
- Thickness and dimensions of elements.
- Room area. This determines how much material is needed for installation.
- Price. This parameter is probably the most important for buyers. However, you should not “rush” to the cheapest options, as they may either be of poor quality or not the best in environmental terms. The price of one package is 270-950 rubles and more. One box usually contains 8 tiles.
- Features of operation. An important question is what functions the coating will perform. For example, if there is a child in the house, then it is better to use the Ortho modular floor covering. This one is great for massaging baby’s feet.
- Manufacturer. It is advisable to give preference to those manufacturing companies that have a good reputation and reviews.
- Color and texture of the product. It all depends on the buyer’s preferences and interior design.
If the choice is made correctly, you should begin installing the flooring. This is not difficult to do, so you can do all the work yourself. We are waiting for your comments!
NPP GC offers you modular floor coverings made of PVC and polypropylene. Modular flooring made from modern materials have a number of advantages compared to traditional types floor coverings:
- Fits on any flat surface, even inclined.
- It is installed quickly and easily (1 worker - 100-200 m2 per day), while the premises can continue to be used.
- Non-slip, which is especially important for rooms with high humidity
- Has high noise insulation properties
- Well absorbs vibrations from operating equipment.
- It is highly resistant to mechanical stress, alkalis and acids.
- Does not support combustion.
- It can be easily removed and installed during renovation, and can be easily moved from one room to another.
Modular floor SENSOR
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| Modular covering SENSOR TECH (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR RICE (7mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR AVERS (7mm) 500x500 |
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| Coverings 7 mm, T-lock | ||||
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| Modular covering SENSOR STIKS (7mm) 500x500 Promotion!!! | ||||
| Threshold T-lock (7 mm) individually | ||||
| Coverings 5 mm, Z-lock (dovetail) | ||||
| Modular covering SENSOR TECH (5 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR RICE (5 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR AVERS (5 mm) 500x500 |
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| Coverings 5 mm, T-lock | ||||
| Modular covering SENSOR EURO (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR BIT (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR SIGMA (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR STIKS (7mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR FACTOR (6 mm) 375x375 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR FACTOR (8 mm) 375x375 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR FACTOR (10 mm) 375x375 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR FACTOR Sport (14 mm) 375x375 |
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| Modular covering OPTIMA (9 mm) 250x250 |
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| Modular covering OPTIMA (16 mm) 250x250 |
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| Modular covering OPTIMA DUOS (16 mm) 250x250 |
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| Modular covering AQUA 250x340 |
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| Modular covering CANAL (14 mm) 375x375 |
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| PVC tiles 300x300 diagonal, stripes, squares, coins |
160 per piece |
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| TPU tiles 300x300 diagonal, stripes, squares, coins |
290 per piece |
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Modular floor M-Tile (Russia)
Modular PVC floor coverings of the M-Tile series (Russia)
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| Modular coating JETON (7mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering HARD STEEL (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering HARD STUDDED (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SPORTLINE (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering UNIVERSAL (5 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular coating DIAMOND (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular coating SENSOR SECRET TECH (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering SENSOR SECRET AVERS (7 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular covering VEROPOL COM (6 mm) 408x408 Promotion!!! |
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| Modular covering VEROPOL PROF (7.5 mm) 500x500 Promotion!!! |
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| Modular covering VEROPOL BASE (6 mm) 500x500 |
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| Modular coating VEROPOL STONE (7 mm) 500x500 |
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Modern materials for flooring, which have appeared on the market, open up new possibilities for designing floors not only in residential premises, but also on terraces, balconies, gazebos, patios, technical structures, as well as arranging paths in open spaces of suburban areas.
- relatively the new kind products. They are made from different materials, and they are intended for various rooms. For their manufacture, natural wood, polyvinyl chloride, rubber, and composite materials are used.Such coatings consist of individual modules, which are most often square in shape, although some of them are produced in the form of other shapes, sometimes very complex geometrically.
You can choose a coating consisting of modules to suit every taste. So, it could be:
Garden parquet or decking made from thermowood different breeds or from wood materials in combination with polymers;
Rubber tiles with locks - mainly used in technical rooms;
Tiles made from crumb rubber, produced without locks and attached, most often, with glue;
PVC tiles ( polyvinychloride), suitable for residential and public premises, as well as for covering outdoor areas.
In order to choose the right coating and know for sure how it can be laid, you need to understand in detail the characteristics and installation technology of each of them.
Garden parquet
Garden parquet is amazing comfortable material, capable of refining floor surfaces and lasting for a very long time. It is produced in the form of tiles, which can have sizes of 30 × 30, 30 × 50, 50 × 50 cm.
It is sometimes also called decking, since it is often produced in the form of a deck or decking boards, which can have a ribbed or smooth surface. The ribbed board makes the surface non-slip, which is very important for covering terraces and stairs. The board is available in lengths from one and a half to six meters, so it is convenient to install in many cases.
garden parquet
Using garden parquet
The quality of this parquet allows it to be used for laying:
Paths around the outdoor and indoor pool;
Garden paths;
Open and closed terraces and balconies;
In bathhouses and saunas;
In the bathrooms;
In the kitchens.
Module design
This coating consists of separate modules consisting of two layers:
The bottom one, made of polyvinyl chloride in the form of a mesh, on which fastenings are made for the top layer and for fastening the tiles together;
The upper one, consisting of individual removable slats made of natural wood or from sawdust, mixed to bind the material with polymers.
The slats are fixed to the polyvinyl chloride grid at a certain distance, which allows moisture not to linger on the surface, flowing down to the base under the coating.
Materials used and their manufacturing technology
1. Natural tree
As mentioned above, slats are often made from natural wood. Typically, solids are chosen for this purpose. valuable species woods such as teak, kempas, azobe , Kumara and mahogany. These trees grow in conditions of tropical humidity, and therefore are themselves a moisture-resistant material.
But it should be noted that thanks to these positive characteristics garden parquet has a fairly high price. To make the material more accessible, well-known wood species such as larch or cedar are also used for the production of lamellas.
But even the strongest and highest quality wood will not withstand the long-term influence of high humidity and ultraviolet rays, so the material undergoes special processing.
Wood for making garden parquet is placed in a hermetically sealed closed chamber, where it is doused with hot steam, thereby removing excess moisture and making it durable and waterproof. After these procedures, the material will not swell from moisture and will not dry out from hot direct ultraviolet rays. Due to its resistance to external influences, the coating will not change color or deform even after many years of use.
2. Composite material
In addition to natural wood, a wood-based composite material called polymer-wood composite is used to make lamellas. It consists of finely processed sawdust, which is mixed with thermoplastic. The resulting material has high moisture resistance, strength and low thermal conductivity.
Materials for production are taken in the ratio: 65-80% crushed wood and 35-20% polymer, so such a composite can be safely called almost wooden.
Installation of modular garden parquet
Installation of garden parquet and decking boards is quite simple, and this is a clear advantage of the material, since this work is quite easy to handle even for an inexperienced craftsman.
1. Garden parquet
Garden parquet can be laid on different surfaces- it can be sand, crushed stone and soil, but a concrete base is best suited for it. If natural surfaces on the site are chosen, it is recommended to cover them with geotextiles so that the grass does not grow through the parquet.
Laying modules on concrete or ceramic tiles does not require special preparation. The main thing is that the surface is smooth.
Installation is carried out quite quickly, you can easily handle it alone and cover several square meters in just a couple of hours.
Parquet modules do not require additional accessories or fastening elements for connection, since they are fastened together using locks located on the bottom layer of the tile. If the parquet module needs to be shortened, it can be easily cut using a regular hacksaw. The same is done if you need to remove a small part of the lamella so that it fits well, for example, around a pipe or along a curved line of the wall.
2. Decking board
- To lay a modular decking board you need cross beams, which are fixed to a rigid base at a distance of 40 from each other -
50 cm. When laying the joists, they must have a slight slope so that water has the opportunity to drain from the surface, and this must be calculated in advance. Possible under logs On the one side lay down hard material, such as ceramic tiles.
terrace board
- To lay a modular decking board you need cross beams, which are fixed to a rigid base at a distance of 40 from each other -
50 cm. When laying the joists, they must have a slight slope so that water has the opportunity to drain from the surface, and this must be calculated in advance. Possible under logs On the one side lay down hard material, such as ceramic tiles.
- Metal clips are installed in the grooves located at the ends of the boards, which are then screwed to the joists.
- After this, the next board is installed with a groove in the clips, and the entire flooring is laid in this way.
- If boards made of composite material were used and they have cavities inside, then plugs must be installed on the sides, which will give the flooring an aesthetic completeness and will also prevent water and dirt from getting inside.
Video - features of the modular covering "garden parquet"
Modular PVC coverings
Modules made of polyvinyl chloride are a durable and reliable coating that is not afraid of mechanical stress. Therefore it is often used in technical buildings with heavy loads on the floors, such as garages, workshops or warehouses. In addition, the modules are well suited for office premises, for places with high intensity of human flow, as well as for medical institutions, kindergartens, street playgrounds and seasonal summer cafes.
Material advantages
- Resistance to low and high temperatures- its operation is possible in conditions from -28 to +55 degrees.
- Resistant to chemicals, oils, salts and mechanical stress.
- Easy and quick installation of slabs, requiring no application additional materials and having extensive experience in this work.
- The room can be used immediately after installation of the floor covering.
- Resistance to shock and other dynamic loads.
- A coating made of PVC modules does not require special preparation of the base for it - the main thing is the strength and evenness of the surface.
- Simple and easy dismantling of tiles if they need to be moved to another base.
- Ease repair work If damage occurs to several modules, it is enough to replace only the deformed ones without dismantling the entire coating.
- The environmental friendliness of the material allows it to be used in preschool and school institutions.
Preparing the base
When preparing the base for PVC modules, you do not need to remove paint and oil stains from it, you do not need to dismantle the old coating, dry it from moisture or, conversely, moisten it. It is enough to carry out a number of minor and non-labor-intensive activities:
- Clean the surface from rough and large protrusions, remove possible nails and crutches.
- Fill holes, cracks and unnecessary holes.
- Clean the surface from dirt, shavings, sand, construction waste, it is advisable to collect dust with a vacuum cleaner.
- If there is a possibility of moisture getting on the base under the coating, then before laying the modules the surface must be treated with an antiseptic solution.
Installation of modular PVC covering
Installation can be carried out on any leveled surface, and all you need to lay the material is a wooden hammer.
Installation of modules begins from the corner of the room. Be sure to leave a gap of 6÷12 mm between the wall and the coating, which will serve to compensate for the expansion of the material during thermal changes. After completion of the work, the gap is closed with a plinth to complete the look.
For modular tiles, on the side adjacent to the wall, the joint locks are cut using a jigsaw.
The tiles are connected to each other by locks called “dovetails” - they are located at the edges of the module. The lock of one tile is installed without distortions in the lock of the other and gently tapped on top wooden hammer until the modules are completely connected.
If the last laid slabs do not fit the floor area in size, then they are also adjusted by cutting off the excess part with a jigsaw.
The modules can be laid without displacement, i.e. a solid slab is attached to a solid slab. If you use two colors, you get something like a chessboard.
They can also be laid with offset modules next row in relation to the previous one - in this case the picture “ brickwork" If just such an option is conceived, then the modules are laid in this order and the lock element located at the corner of the slab is joined to the middle of the other, as if outlining its location. Then they hammer one part of the lock into the other. When the two modules are docked, further work will be easier.
By using modules of different colors, you can lay out an aesthetic pattern on the floor that will decorate the room.
modular PVC coverings
Is it difficult to maintain this type of coating?
Caring for the modular coating will not be difficult. Small debris, dust and sand should be regularly removed from the surface by simply sweeping or using a vacuum cleaner.
Wet cleaning can be carried out using detergents, and greasy spots remove with degreasing compounds.
In technical rooms, the surface is often treated with polish acrylic base, which will give the coating a special effect.
Types of relief designs
PVC modules for flooring have different relief patterns, from which you can choose the one you need for a specific room.
This type of relief is called "grain"
The presented relief is called “grain”, and it is often chosen for installation in workshops and garages, as well as in production shops. Its advantage for flooring in these rooms is that the pattern is not deep, and cleaning it from debris and dust will be easy. At the same time, the coating is non-slippery and pleasant to walk on.
PVC coating with “coin” relief
Another popular module design is the “coin”. Such plates are produced in different bright colors, and from them you can easily make a covering on a children's outdoor playground or indoors. A floor covering made from such modules will add brightness to the room and make it cheerful. Except decorative effect the coating has a number of other advantages specifically for children's institutions, and the most important of them are environmental friendliness and the fact that it is not slippery, which means it is safe.
Shallow relief, “orange peel” type
A coating similar to orange peel is often called “orange”. It can often be found in sports and gyms, as well as in production shops of food enterprises. This choice is justified by the fact that the relief on the modules not deep, and is not going to them large quantity dust, so this floor is easy to clean.
Shagreen surface - excellent anti-slip properties
Somewhat reminiscent of the relief of an orange peel and the texture of “shagreen”, which is used in gyms, corridors of medical institutions, offices physical therapy, shop halls and in the workshops of some enterprises.
Modular tiles with a universal pattern can be used in any premises, from children's playrooms to exhibition halls, from fitness clubs to administrative buildings, as well as in all public and industrial premises.
In addition to the presented relief drawings, there are others from which you can choose any one to suit your taste.
Video: features of modular PVC coverings
Rubber modular coverings
Rubber modular coverings are used in many indoors and for open areas - tennis courts, playgrounds, gardens and park paths, as well as other places of work and leisure.
Some types of rubber modular coverings are used for flooring in garages and workshops. They perform their functions perfectly due to their positive qualities.
With some assumptions, modular coatings can also include special tiles or blocks, panels that are made from rubber crumbs. Raw materials are obtained from from ground rubber obtained by recycling old products, such as recycled car tires.
The crushed material is supplemented with dyes and stabilizers, and tiles or panels are formed from this mass. The shape can be rectangular, have complex configuration, characteristic paving slabs, and also repeat the shape by counting its curvilinear shapes, precisely adjusted to each other (puzzle).
If the tile has locks, then it does not require special preparation of the base - it is enough that the surface is smooth. Suitable materials for the base include sand, gravel, small stone, soil or concrete.
Rubber tiles, which have the usual square shape, but do not have clutch locks, are laid only on a flat, fairly smooth surface and set on an adhesive mass.
Positive qualities of the material
Good heat and sound insulation;
Strength and durability;
Resistant to moisture and ultraviolet radiation;
Wear resistance, withstands high mechanical loads;
Environmental safety, no odors;
Resistance to chemically active liquids;
Easy to care for coating;
Ease of repair (it is enough to replace one or more damaged segments);
The surface is non-slippery and pleasant to walk on, which is very important in winter and autumn-spring.
Video: reliable garage floor made of rubber modules
If it’s time to update the flooring in the garage, or you decide to lay paths in the garden, insulate a play area in the children’s room, or improve the flooring on the balcony or terrace, then better coverage than modular slabs cannot be found. Moreover, of all the modular floor coverings on the market, you can always find one that you like.
Modular floors appeared on construction market relatively recently, but have already gained fame for technologically advanced and high-quality solutions for any type of floor. Modern modular coverings are used to decorate floors on balconies, porches, lobbies, terraces, playgrounds and sports grounds, garages, warehouses and industrial premises.
Main advantages:
- increased strength,
- resistance to dirt and dust, moisture and precipitation,
- high wear resistance,
- non-flammability,
- chemical resistance,
- ability to withstand heavy loads,
- reduction of vibration levels in the room,
- sound absorption,
- ease of installation and dismantling.
Erfolg modular covering
Created for arranging garden and personal plots, eco-parking, as well as for any open playgrounds intended for sports activities. Football fields, tennis courts, basketball, volleyball and badminton courts, roller skating tracks, children's multi-functional playgrounds, landscaped with modular plastic floor coverings, look great and are not subject to wear and fading over a long period of use. Garden plots look great thanks to the durable, elegant and practical Erfolg modules.
Covering from InterEco
It has anti-slip and dirt-resistant properties and is therefore actively used to equip steps and porches.
The modular flooring store of INTEREKO LLC presents a huge selection of materials for arranging the floors of any premises. PVC modules and plastic floor coverings for outdoor use – modern solution for interiors and outdoor areas. Modular anti-slip and dirt-resistant coatings are also on sale.
Cooperation with us is the most low prices and the best sales conditions, a wide range and high quality products!
