Parameter
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Construction
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Total thickness
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Wear layer
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Use class
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Fire performance
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Slip resistance
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Acoustic
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Seam method
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Indoor air
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Chemical/stain
Heterogeneous Vinyl Flooring
What It Is & Where It Works
We supply materials only to B2B customers (distributors, contractors, developers, architects, FM). Installation is carried out by your appointed contractor/installer.
Heterogeneous vinyl is a multi‑layer sheet construction (wear layer + design layer + backing). It combines design flexibility (wood/stone/abstract), durability for heavy traffic, and optional acoustic comfort, making it a go‑to choice for:
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Healthcare: patient rooms, corridors, admin areas.
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Education: classrooms, corridors, canteens, libraries.
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Retail: aisles, check‑outs, back‑of‑house.
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Hospitality & MFH: corridors, amenities, kitchens (dry).
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Office: open spaces, meeting rooms, reception.
Key Advantages
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High traffic durability: transparent wear layers typically 0.4–1 mm; commercial classes 33–34 (some ranges 41–43).
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Hygienic & easy to clean: PU surface treatment supports low‑maintenance routines and neutral detergents.
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Acoustic comfort: dedicated builds deliver impact sound reduction up to ~19 dB (system‑dependent).
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Design breadth: wide palette of wood, stone, terrazzo, abstract with matte, textured or emboss‑in‑register finishes.
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Seam‑welded hygiene: hot‑welded joints and coved skirtings enable cleanable, continuous surfaces.
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Lifecycle cost control: reduced OPEX vs. porous surfaces; options for stain/chemical resistance in sensitive zones.
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Low emissions: low‑VOC options available; typical indoor air certifications (e.g., M1, FloorScore, equivalent).
Technical Essentials
Always confirm exact values per selected collection (datasheet/DoP/EPD).
Typical Range / Note
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Multi‑layer sheet (wear + design + backing)
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~2.0–3.2 mm (acoustic at upper range)
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0.4 / 0.5 / 0.55 / 0.7 mm options (collection‑dependent)
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33–34 commercial, 41–43 light industrial (selected lines)
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Commonly Bfl‑s1 (verify DoP per SKU)
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R9–R10 (safety variants available separately at R10–R12)
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Up to ~19 dB impact sound reduction
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Hot‑welded with color rods; compatible with coving
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Low VOC; request certificates (M1/FloorScore/equivalent)
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Selected ranges offer enhanced resistance (labs/healthcare admin)
Heterogeneous vs Homogeneous vs LVT
Choose Heterogeneous when you need design + acoustic in corridors/classrooms/offices/retail with sheet hygiene and welded seams.
Criterion
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Design variety
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Hygiene & seams
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Acoustic options
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Repair/replace
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Heavy traffic
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Wet areas
Heterogeneous (Sheet)
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Very high (prints, textures)
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Welded seams; coved skirtings
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Yes (up to ~19 dB)
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Patch + weld (skilled)
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Excellent
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Use wetroom system variant
Homogeneous (Sheet)
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Medium (through‑pattern)
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Best‑in‑class seamless hygiene
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Limited
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Patch + weld (skilled)
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Excellent
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Use wetroom system variant
LVT (Tiles/Planks)
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Very high (modular visuals)
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Modular joints; not for wetrooms
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With underlays
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Tile‑by‑tile easy
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Excellent (wear‑layer dependent)
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Not recommended
Detailing & Substrate
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Subfloor prep: moisture testing, smoothing/levelling per adhesive guidance (by installer).
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Transitions: prefer welded joints in traffic lanes; use coved skirtings in hygiene‑critical zones.
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Acoustic builds: verify underlayment compatibility with adhesives and rolling loads.
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Staircases: use dedicated stair treads/nosings from Stairs solution for compliance and durability.
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Wet zones: switch to Wetroom Vinyl system with sealed drains/upstands (different page).
Sector‑Specific Guidance
Healthcare
- Seam‑welded hygiene and chemical resistance options for nursing stations/admin.
- Use coving to eliminate dirt traps. Coordinate with wallcoverings for impact resistance.
Education
- Acoustic variants reduce reverberation; choose designs with high LRV for brighter corridors.
- Consider castor‑chair resistance in staff rooms/IT rooms.
Retail & Office
- Indentation resistance for rolling loads (trolleys, chairs); choose appropriate wear layer (≥0.55 mm).
- Zoning by design (wood in work areas, stone in receptions) without transitions.
Logistics & B2B Supply
We supply materials only. Installation is by your appointed contractor/installer.
Order sizes:
project‑based up to bulk pallet quantities
Lead time:
stock vs made‑to‑order; colorways may affect availability.
Docs:
datasheets, DoP/DoC, fire/slip test reports, EPD/LCA upon request.
Samples:
color folders, A4 cuttings, on‑site boards.
Support:
assistance with submittals/spec wording; maintenance guides for FM.
Warranty:
manufacturer warranty per system and usage class.
FAQ
Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions our customers ask when choosing flooring. This section is designed to help you make confident and informed decisions. If you don’t see the information you’re looking for, feel free to contact our support team — we’re always here to help.
Can heterogeneous vinyl be used in wetrooms?
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Use a dedicated wetroom sheet system with welded seams, upstands and drains; standard heterogeneous sheet is for dry/occasionally wet areas.
What wear layer is suitable for busy corridors?
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≥0.55 mm is a robust choice for heavy commercial traffic; confirm with project use class and maintenance plan.
Do acoustic builds affect indentation resistance?
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Acoustic backings improve sound but may reduce point‑load resistance; select acoustic lines rated for rolling loads if needed.
How to repair localized damage?
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Use a patch‑and‑weld method with color‑matched rods; retain attic stock from the original batch for the neatest result.
What about indoor air quality?
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Specify low‑VOC collections and request M1/FloorScore/equivalent certificates for compliance submissions.
Plan to specify Heterogeneous Vinyl?
- Request Specs & Commercial Offer (area m², sector, timeline, delivery region).
- Order Samples (target designs, acoustic/non‑acoustic).
