Feature
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Typical Characteristics
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Description
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often known as self-levelling or self-smoothing flooring: may be given a surface dressing
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Typical thickness
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1mm – 4mm
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Intended use
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medium to heavy duty
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Anticipated life**
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Medium duty / Heavy duty: 3 to 6 years
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Application method
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trowel, pin rake, notched squeegee spike roller to finish
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Loading
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good resistance to impact damage
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Chemicals
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very good resistance
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Colour
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uniform single colour or decorative effects
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U-V resistance
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grades available offering increased UV resistance
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Appearance
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very smooth gloss or matt finish
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Cleaning methods
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gloss finish: wash & vacuum dry matt finish: scrubber/dryer
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Hygiene / cleanability
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gloss finish: excellent matt finish: good
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Suitability for food processing areas
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food grades available
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Slip resistance in wet Conditions
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high slip potential on smooth surfaces: may be reduced with an aggre- gate scatter
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