Floor components – Accessories

To achieve the maximum performance of a flooring system its specification can include flooring accessories that consider specific project requirements. These may include floor components that will add functionality to the flooring system that is specific to the project such as a non-slip finish, colour demarcation or heavy-duty surfacing.

The performance and life of the flooring system can be improved with the use of floor components such as fillers and aggregates. Reinforcement fleeces, jointing tapes, detailing fleeces, and detailing cold applied liquids should all be used for areas that require additional strength and in difficult areas where precision work is crucial.

The location of the flooring solution, such as on balconies or walkways, may require rainwater outlets or weed control layers to prevent water ingress and ensure the long-term performance of the flooring system.

Decorative accessories play a large role in achieving the desired look and feel of a flooring system. Coloured finishes, surfacing products with exposed aggregates, deco chips and quartz sand can help create a flooring system that is safe, durable and one that achieves a desired appearance. Hard wearing surfacing enables vehicular access and supports frequent pedestrian traffic.

All flooring components, including accessories, should be specified as a part of the flooring system to ensure product compatibility and a high level of performance for the whole floor installation. This is also helpful to ensure the scheduling of the works where products with different application methods and varied curing times are chosen.

 

How can accessories benefit floor systems?

 

• Improved performance
• Meet project specific requirements
• Location requirements
• Decorative purpose
• Health & Safety needs

The majority of IKO products are manufactured in the UK from responsibly, and where possible, locally sourced materials in order to reduce our carbon footprint and help with the sustainability of your project