Code of Practice for the design and installation of internal flooring
A new, updated Code of Practice for the design and installation of internal flooring has just been published by Stone Federation Great Britain.
It is based on the key parts of a number of different British Standards that have a relevance to natural stone flooring and it incorporates the latest European standards.
The Code sets out the principal factors involved when deciding to use natural stone flooring including stone selection, design, laying and protection and maintenance.
The Federation’s Chief Executive Jane Buxey said “We receive more enquiries about stone flooring than any other speciality and we believe this new guide will be invaluable in answering many of the most important questions on the subject.
“The guide clarifies the definition of tiles and slabs and follows the requirements of the Harmonised Product Standards in readiness for the introduction of CE Marking.
“This comes into effect in July 2013 and will bring transparency to the stone’s correct name and offer clients absolute certainty on the material provided.”
Within the guide are descriptions of various types of stone which follow the requirements of European classification and guidance on the selection of screeds with particular reference to proprietary screeds.
Also included is the latest guidance on underfloor heating, including operating temperatures.
Slip resistance is dealt with, including guidance on sloping floors and a section on cleaning, maintenance and production has been updated to incorporate the most recent guidance.
The code is of particular value to architects, specifiers, commercial and domestic clients, designers, engineers and other professionals.
It is available at a price of £50 although Federation members can take advantage of a reduced rate of £30. There are also discounts for bulk purchase.
More details, and an order form, are available from the Stone Federation web site on www.stone-federationgb.org.uk or contact [email protected].