Belgotex's Blend carpet tile range is a sophisticated flooring solution designed to meet the demands of high-traffic commercial environments while offering a refined aesthetic. Crafted with Stainproof SDX yarn, including eco-friendly SDX Eco fibers in select colors, Blend tiles are engineered for durability and resistance to visible soiling, making them ideal for bustling spaces such as offices, educational institutions, and hospitality venues.
Design and Aesthetics: The Blend range features a tufted multi-scroll loop pile construction, providing a textured surface that enhances visual interest and comfort underfoot. Its tone-on-tone color schemes are thoughtfully curated to align with contemporary design trends, ensuring seamless integration with various interior styles. These subtle color variations not only add depth to the flooring but also effectively conceal dirt and wear, maintaining a clean appearance over time.
Performance and Specifications:
- Tile Size: Standard 50 x 50 cm
- Pile Height: Approximately 2–4 mm
- Total Thickness: Around 6 mm
- Yarn Mass: Approximately 625 g/m²
- Total Mass: Approximately 3675 g/m²
- Backing: NexBac bitumen backing for dimensional stability
- Stitch Rate: 44 stitches per 10 cm
Safety and Environmental Certifications: Blend carpet tiles meet stringent safety standards, boasting fire classification ratings of 3 (SANS 10177-4), Bfl-s1 (EN 13501), and Class 1 (ASTM E 648-08). They exhibit excellent color fastness to light, water, and rubbing, ensuring long-lasting vibrancy. With an electrostatic propensity of less than 2 kV (EN 14041), these tiles offer permanent static control, enhancing safety in electronic-rich environments. Additionally, Blend tiles provide superior acoustic performance with a sound absorption rating of 0.15 aw (EN ISO 354) and sound insulation of 24 dB (EN ISO 10140), contributing to a quieter indoor environment. Their thermal resistance of 0.0720 m²K/W (ISO 8302) aids in energy efficiency. Blend has passed VOC testing, affirming its commitment to indoor air quality.
Installation and Maintenance: These tiles are suitable for various installation patterns, including tessellated and color mix layouts, allowing for creative design expressions. They are rated for intensive use under castor chairs and on staircases, making them versatile for different commercial applications. Belgotex recommends the use of carpet protector mats in areas with castor wheel traffic to prolong the flooring's lifespan.
Warranty and Sustainability: Belgotex's Blend range comes with a 15-year warranty and a 5-year guarantee, providing peace of mind regarding product performance. As with all Belgotex products, Blend proudly carries the Green Tag Level A Gold certification, underscoring the company's commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible manufacturing practices.
