This section contains information about installing and maintaining your Sphera homogeneous vinyl floor. Here you will find installation & floorcare manuals, a floorcare video and information about installation products. Following the guidelines will assure lifetime performance of the floor and a long-lasting attractive appearance.
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Following the installation guidance will enhance the appearance, performance and durability of your floor. Download here the installation guidance note for Forbo's Sphera homogeneous vinyl floors.
Forbo Sphera Installation Guide
Sphera Cleaning and Maintenance video
A good end-result always starts with proper subfloor preparation.
Forbo Eurocol offers a broad range of primers, damp proof membranes, repair mortars and levelling products to achieve this goal.
See the Eurocol website and find the right solution for your project.
Selecting the right adhesive is essential for ensuring the long-term performance and durability of any flooring installation. Different floor types require specific adhesives tailored to their material properties and installation conditions. See which Eurocol adhesive is most suitable for your project in our adhesive guide
Subfloor levelling & protection
The Forbo QuickFit system comprises self-adhering MDF panels and damp-proof sound insulating Forbo foam. Forbo QuickFit offers a rapid, smooth finish. Quick and easy installation. No visible subfloor seams. Excellent moisture barrier. Easily removable. Improved impact sound insulation in combination with Forbo Foam (Δ Lw= 23 dB according to NEN-EN-ISO 140-8 and 717-2).
| SAP nr: | 60696 |
| Spreading capacity: | 3.6 m² per pack, 36 m² per pallet |
Polypropylene foam laminated with metallised polypropylene foil. The foil top layer incorporates a self-adhesive overlap of 20 cm for secure seams.
| SAP nr: | 64799 |
| Package: | Roll of 25 linear metres PE foam, 100 cm wide, 4.5 mm thick. |
Forbo protection paper for temporary protection of the floor is produced from recycled fibres. Forbo protection paper is a great moisture barrier and is easy to cut.
| SAP nr: | 83462 |
| Thickness: | 4 mm |
| Packet: | Roll of 75 m2 |
After installation, all seams of the Sphera floor should be hot-welded with weld cable for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. Carefully matched uni welding rods are available for all Sphera items. Multi-coloured welding rods are available for relevant items from the Element collection.
| SAP nr: | various |
| Package: | 15 x 42 ml |
| Colours: | all Sphera colours |
Sphera homogeneous vinyl floors are easy to clean and the specially developed SMART-top finish ensures the highest resistance to chemicals, scratches and stains.
A well designed entrance flooring system will prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked into the building, prolonging the life of your floor and reducing cleaning, repair and overall maintenance costs. Forbo Coral and Nuway entrance systems keep your floor cleaner for longer and reduce cleaning costs by up to 65%.
Following the Forbo Floorcare guidelines will ensure that the appearance retention of your Sphera floor is retained.
Forbo Sphera Homogeneous Vinyl Cleaning and Maintenance Guidance
M2 Ultra is a cleaning chemical that has been specifically developed by our UK C&M partner, Wrennalls, and is suitable for all Forbo floor coverings.
M2 Ultra is Available to purchase online
For further information, please contact Wrennalls on 01772 435 739 or visitwww.wrennalls.com/forbo
Protect newly laid floors
All newly laid floors should be covered and protected from all other trades during the contract with a suitable non-staining protective covering. Use protective feet on chairs and tables to reduce scratching. Castor wheels should be of soft material suitable for resilient floor coverings (according to EN425)
Use Entrance Systems
As much as 80% of dirt entering a building is brought in by foot traffic. Entrance flooring systems of an appropriate size (ideally more than 6lm) and quality should be used. Forbo Coral or Nuway entrance flooring systems, are independently proven to remove and retain up to 94% of all dirt and moisture entering a building by foot traffic; reducing maintenance costs and maximising appearance retention of adjacent flooring products as well as reducing slip risk. As with any dirt removal system all entrance flooring systems should be regularly cleaned to release the dirt which has been removed.
Cleaning
• Regular cleaning is more beneficial and cost effective than occasional deep cleaning.
• Use recommended cleaning products. High quality cleaning products and equipment ensure efficient maintenance and represent only a small proportion of maintenance costs.
• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning products.
• Always follow the Health and Safety guidance provided.
Proper use of Floor Care Chemicals
The improper use of cleaning chemicals may cause damage and/or discolouration. Overuse or inadequate rinsing of cleaning chemicals may compromise the performance of the floor.
Abrasive powders or cleansers should not be used.
Recommended Floor care products
It is impractical for us to monitor all cleaning solutions and there are many suppliers available. For more information on Cleaning & Maintenance products please contact our UK partner Wrennalls T: 01772 435 739. Other floor care products may be used on Forbo resilient floor coverings. If alternative products are to be used, consult with your regular supplier for more information and guidance.
Following the installation guidance will enhance the appearance, performance and durability of your floor. Download here the installation guidance note for Forbo's Sphera homogeneous vinyl floors.
Forbo Sphera Installation Guide
Sphera Cleaning and Maintenance video
A good end-result always starts with proper subfloor preparation.
Forbo Eurocol offers a broad range of primers, damp proof membranes, repair mortars and levelling products to achieve this goal.
See the Eurocol website and find the right solution for your project.
Selecting the right adhesive is essential for ensuring the long-term performance and durability of any flooring installation. Different floor types require specific adhesives tailored to their material properties and installation conditions. See which Eurocol adhesive is most suitable for your project in our adhesive guide
Subfloor levelling & protection
The Forbo QuickFit system comprises self-adhering MDF panels and damp-proof sound insulating Forbo foam. Forbo QuickFit offers a rapid, smooth finish. Quick and easy installation. No visible subfloor seams. Excellent moisture barrier. Easily removable. Improved impact sound insulation in combination with Forbo Foam (Δ Lw= 23 dB according to NEN-EN-ISO 140-8 and 717-2).
| SAP nr: | 60696 |
| Spreading capacity: | 3.6 m² per pack, 36 m² per pallet |
Polypropylene foam laminated with metallised polypropylene foil. The foil top layer incorporates a self-adhesive overlap of 20 cm for secure seams.
| SAP nr: | 64799 |
| Package: | Roll of 25 linear metres PE foam, 100 cm wide, 4.5 mm thick. |
Forbo protection paper for temporary protection of the floor is produced from recycled fibres. Forbo protection paper is a great moisture barrier and is easy to cut.
| SAP nr: | 83462 |
| Thickness: | 4 mm |
| Packet: | Roll of 75 m2 |
After installation, all seams of the Sphera floor should be hot-welded with weld cable for functional, decorative and/or hygienic reasons. Carefully matched uni welding rods are available for all Sphera items. Multi-coloured welding rods are available for relevant items from the Element collection.
| SAP nr: | various |
| Package: | 15 x 42 ml |
| Colours: | all Sphera colours |
Sphera homogeneous vinyl floors are easy to clean and the specially developed SMART-top finish ensures the highest resistance to chemicals, scratches and stains.
A well designed entrance flooring system will prevent dirt and moisture from being tracked into the building, prolonging the life of your floor and reducing cleaning, repair and overall maintenance costs. Forbo Coral and Nuway entrance systems keep your floor cleaner for longer and reduce cleaning costs by up to 65%.
Following the Forbo Floorcare guidelines will ensure that the appearance retention of your Sphera floor is retained.
Forbo Sphera Homogeneous Vinyl Cleaning and Maintenance Guidance
M2 Ultra is a cleaning chemical that has been specifically developed by our UK C&M partner, Wrennalls, and is suitable for all Forbo floor coverings.
M2 Ultra is Available to purchase online
For further information, please contact Wrennalls on 01772 435 739 or visitwww.wrennalls.com/forbo
Protect newly laid floors
All newly laid floors should be covered and protected from all other trades during the contract with a suitable non-staining protective covering. Use protective feet on chairs and tables to reduce scratching. Castor wheels should be of soft material suitable for resilient floor coverings (according to EN425)
Use Entrance Systems
As much as 80% of dirt entering a building is brought in by foot traffic. Entrance flooring systems of an appropriate size (ideally more than 6lm) and quality should be used. Forbo Coral or Nuway entrance flooring systems, are independently proven to remove and retain up to 94% of all dirt and moisture entering a building by foot traffic; reducing maintenance costs and maximising appearance retention of adjacent flooring products as well as reducing slip risk. As with any dirt removal system all entrance flooring systems should be regularly cleaned to release the dirt which has been removed.
Cleaning
• Regular cleaning is more beneficial and cost effective than occasional deep cleaning.
• Use recommended cleaning products. High quality cleaning products and equipment ensure efficient maintenance and represent only a small proportion of maintenance costs.
• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cleaning products.
• Always follow the Health and Safety guidance provided.
Proper use of Floor Care Chemicals
The improper use of cleaning chemicals may cause damage and/or discolouration. Overuse or inadequate rinsing of cleaning chemicals may compromise the performance of the floor.
Abrasive powders or cleansers should not be used.
Recommended Floor care products
It is impractical for us to monitor all cleaning solutions and there are many suppliers available. For more information on Cleaning & Maintenance products please contact our UK partner Wrennalls T: 01772 435 739. Other floor care products may be used on Forbo resilient floor coverings. If alternative products are to be used, consult with your regular supplier for more information and guidance.