Flood Resistant Flooring | STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring

Project Completion Date: 2024

Project Highlights

After experiencing a devastating flood in their previous house, this homeowner made a conscious choice to install STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring in their new build.
With its flood-resistant properties, radiant barrier technology, durability, ease of installation, and versatile design options, this flooring choice offers a comprehensive solution for those seeking a flood-resistant flooring solution.
The second instance in which the homeowner has chosen STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring due it incredible features and benefits.

Flood Resistant Flooring | STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring

Project Overview

The decision to install STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring in a new residential build in Brisbane was driven by the homeowner's devastating experience of flooding in their previous house.

The homeowner of a new residential build in Brisbane was looking for a subfloor solution that would withstand rising damp and reduce the ability of mould to grow

One of the standout features of STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring is its integrated radiant barrier technology. Reflective foil - reduction of moisture vapour transfer through the floor

The homeowner opted for STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring not only for its functional benefits but also for its practical aspects. The flooring is known for its ease of installation, making the construction process smoother.

The Project Requirements

In response to the devastating flood experienced in their previous residence, the homeowner of a new residential build in Brisbane made a conscious decision to install STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring as an underlay for timber strip flooring. This project showcases the homeowner's commitment to proactive and thoughtful choices in building materials, particularly in regions prone to environmental challenges.

One of the standout features that set STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring apart is its integrated radiant barrier technology. The inclusion of reflective foil serves as a powerful tool in reducing moisture vapor transfer through the floor. This not only acts as a barrier against rising damp but also contributes significantly to minimising the conditions conducive to mould growth. The flooring, therefore, serves as a shield, protecting the home from potential water-related issues that have plagued the homeowner in the past.

The Solution

STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring is a particleboard flooring with a foil laminated on the underside of the flooring board. It has a low emittance (high reflectance) metallised foil surface which significantly reduces radiative heat transfer. It incorporates a termicide for added protection against termites and is easily identified by its blue edge coat.

Reduced Moisture Uptake
• 80% less moisture uptake through the bottom surface compared to other common wood subfloor products
• Less moisture uptake means better overall subfloor and floor covering performance, especially when building close to the ground
• Significantly reduced risk of moisture vapor transmission through the subfloor means far less issues with expansion, cupping and other moisture related problems when laying timber floor coverings such as solid, engineered, laminate and bamboo
• Significant reduction in mould growth potential during and after construction on both top and bottom surfaces

Designed to provide a total flooring concept, STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring is particularly suited to platform construction where the floor is laid prior to the erection of walls. They are made from precision-milled wood flakes and bonded with moisture-resistant synthetic resin. For additional protection during construction and exposure to weather, the upper surface is resin enriched and all edges of the tongue and grooved sheets are coated.

STRUCTAflor R-flor Features and Benefits

Features and Benefits:

Increases overall R-Value of floor system
Improves thermal comfort
Reduces energy use compared to standard particleboard flooring
Protected against termite damage – treated in accordance with Australian Standards
Meets BAL 29
Produced in Australia from sustainably grown Australian plantation pine
7 months extended warranty

STRUCTAflor R-flor Radiant Barrier Flooring is third-party certified by the Engineered Wood Products Association of Australia and is produced in Australia from sustainability-grown Australian plantation pine.

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