Products
• Treading lightly
footprint of 345g (of carbon dioxide or equivalent approach to reducing its impact on the environment. We
greenhouse gas) per kg of underlay. are confident that Envirolay’s carbon footprint is low
Yorkshire-based Texfelt Ltd has today announced the
Envirolay, which is made in Texfelt’s Elland factory, compared to non-felt underlays, since its raw materials
carbon footprint measure of its leading felt underlay
West Yorkshire, is already viewed as a ‘green’ product as it are almost all recycled and produced in the UK. We urge
brand Envirolay – an industry first.
is made from 100% recycled textile fibres and is energy other underlay manufacturers to measure the carbon
The carbon footprint analysis, carried out by
efficient in terms of its high thermal insulative qualities footprints of their products using the same methodology
consultancy, Shearwater Environmental covered the
thus reducing the energy needed for heating. (see below) to assess and improve their impact on the
carbon emissions arising from Envirolay’s whole supply
James Taylor, managing director of Texfelt, explained: environment.’
chain, from raw materials through to leaving the factory
‘The analysis was commissioned out to pinpoint ways of As a result of the carbon footprint analysis, Texfelt
gate. It also included the emissions from energy use and
reducing Envirolay’s carbon emissions and to help the are now working hard to reduce the carbon emissions,
haulage at each stage, including the product’s packaging.
trade and the consumer choose the greenest products. particularly those from energy use.
The analysis showed that Envirolay has a carbon
This analysis further demonstrates Texfelt’s positive Envirolay / 01422 376791
• Hard protection
• Get real
Amtico has launched an exclusive new vinyl product
range, which looks like authentic ceramic. Part of
its Spacia brand, its suitable for any room including
Bona has introduced a new Hard Wax Oil for those since there is little or no grain raising. Using Bona’s
kitchens, bathrooms and high-traffic areas.
who want the traditional look of an oiled floor but with Parquet Decor stain in conjunction with Carl’s Hard
Available in six colourways; Oatmeal, Earthen,
a high level of protection. Wax Oil, it’s also possible to stain and finish the floor
Bone, Cotton, Sand and Suede; the Spacia Contour
New Carl’s Hard Wax Oil contains natural oils and in a day.
range offers a unique alternative to traditional ceramic
waxes, and is not to be confused with Carl’s Oil, the A compatible Hard Wax Oil Refresher product has
tiles with the added durability of vinyl.
established wood oil from Bona. The look is almost the also been introduced for maintenance when the waxed
The major benefit of Spacia Contour tiles are
same but a wooden floor treated with Carl’s Hard Wax surface starts to show signs of wear.
that they lend themselves to being quiet and warm
Oil has a silkier surface If a stain or mark
underfoot, unlike conventional ceramic tiles. They won’t
and is more durable appears on a surface
crack or chip, and are stain and water-resistant.
than a floor treated with treated with Carl’s Hard
Sian Lewis, residential marketing manager for
plain wood oil. The wax Wax Oil, it’s possible to
Amtico International, said: ‘The earthy tones of the new
makes a tough film on the do a spot repair with the
Spacia Contour range cater for the trend for natural
surface whereas wood oil Refresher product.
products helping to create a light and airy feel. The
penetrates down into the Bona is proud of its
tiles are installed using Amtico International easygrout,
wood. Apart from better history. Back in 1894,
making them the perfect solution for an authentic
wear resistance, wax is the 26-year old Wilhelm
appearance with added durability.’
more resistant to spills. Edner opened
The company’s low solvent, non flammable grout is
The use of hard wax a small grocery shop in
premixed and spreads easily, while being stain-resistant.
oil is gaining popularity Malmö where he sold
Tiles are sized 400mm x 400mm, are four-mm thick
in Germany, France, the coffee. The business went
and come with a ten-year depreciating wear guarantee.
Netherlands, the UK and well and during the 1910s
In addition, the existing palette of rustic woods
Sweden. Jack Weavers, floor wax came into the
has been expanded with Aged Hickory and Classic
Bona UK manager, said: picture - a completely
Hickory flooring.
‘Many architects and new product to the
A further two slates have also been added to the
designers like the natural Swedish market.
existing Stones collection, Fired Slate combines dark
look of an oiled floor but Within five years,
cool colours with warm brown tones. Sienna Slate
find our hard wax oil to floor polish, mop oil,
features a soft colour shift between warm ochre and
be a better alternative dry floor cleaner, waxing
earth tones to give a subtle overall natural effect.
because it lasts longer. The wax stays on the surface as a equipment and other floor care products had been
Over the last few years, Amtico International has
protective layer.’ added to the range. And about a century later it has
defined the luxury vinyl flooring market through
Benefits for contractors include ease and speed developed into an international world leading company
continual product innovation. For over four decades
of application. Only two layers of Hard Wax Oil are producing and selling a total solution for wooden floor
they have designed, engineered and manufactured
needed and the drying time between coats is normally treatment.
the most innovative resilient flooring products in the
four hours. Bona /
world.
Usually there is no need to abrade in between coats www.bona.com
Amtico / 01217 450800
52 July 2008 retail floors
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