THE Fibertex team has been developing advanced flooring solutions for over 50 years, and works closely with global flooring manufacturers to design solutions for optimum flooring comfort and enhanced sound absorption using high-performance nonwoven materials.
Nonwoven materials are used as secondary backings for carpet and carpet tiles and also as backings for PVC floor coverings. These are designed for enhanced walking comfort, insulation and noise reduction in any installation. The company also supplies materials to protect floors, carpets and furniture during painting or renovations.
“The Fibertex technical team combines advanced technologies and quality materials – with high dimensional stability and excellent sustainability – to make sure the local market keeps abreast of the latest trends for walking comfort and acoustics,” said Rosa Naidoo, Key Account Manager, Fibertex South Africa, part of the global Fibertex group.
“Apart from optimising the comfort of flooring, sound treatment is a critical design trend to reduce noise disturbance and enhance sound quality. Noises made inside a building are absorbed, reflected or transmitted by the walls, ceilings and floorings, and the objective of sound treatment is to prevent transmission of sound throughout a building. This is achieved by selecting acoustic flooring materials designed for effective sound treatment,” said Naidoo.
The high-performance materials are produced in black, white or grey, with either polyester or polypropylene fibres and are available in a maximum width of 520 cm.
