SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS FLOORING
One step ahead
in flooring Fibertex, which has been developing advanced flooring solutions for over 50 years, works closely with global flooring manufacturers to design solutions for optimum flooring comfort and enhanced sound absorption, using high-performance nonwoven materials. Fibertex Fibertex nonwoven materials are used as secondary backings for carpet and carpet tiles and also as backings for PVC floor coverings. These are designed for enhanced walking comfort, insulation, and noise reduction in any installation. “The Fibertex technical team combines advanced technologies and quality materials – with high dimensional stability and excellent sustainability – to make sure the local market keeps abreast with the
latest trends for walking comfort and acoustics,” explains Rosa Naidoo, Key Account Manager, Fibertex South Africa, part of the global Fibertex group. “Apart from optimising the comfort of flooring, sound treatment is a critical design trend to reduce noise disturbance and enhance sound quality. This is achieved by selecting acoustic flooring materials designed for effective sound treatment.”
Fibertex high-performance materials are produced in black, white, or grey, with either polyester or polypropylene fibres and are available in a maximum width of 520cm. Apart from the standard flooring range, the company also manufactures products with fire retardant characteristics and others which have undergone hydrophobic treatment, to repel liquids. Fibertex underlay materials are installed beneath flooring products for improved walking comfort, effective insulation, and noise reduction. Comfortback® is a patented environmentally friendly TWO-inONE® system, which is a secondary backing for modular carpets and features high dimensional stability, excellent sustainability, and enhanced walking comfort. Fibertex nonwovens are also used for the backings of PVC floor coverings to enhance walking comfort and improve acoustics in the room. These products, can be customised to suit exact requirements, including PVC rolls and Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT). Important features include easy handling and quick installation. Matex® has been developed to protect floors, carpets and furniture during painting or renovations. This durable material absorbs water and paint, preventing damage to any surfaces beneath the fabric. Flexback® is a resilient, foam replacement material that is odour-free and moistureproof, with advanced features for walking comfort and sound absorption. Matchback® can be selected in any colour to match front of broadloom carpets.
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