I saw an advertisement for the latest product from Haro in a home improvement store flyer: does anyone know Hydrostar?
I'm considering whether it might make sense to install it in the entrance, utility room, and even the bathroom and toilet (?).
As for the material, I only know that the bottom layer is cork, and the rest is PVC and phthalate-free...
I'm considering whether it might make sense to install it in the entrance, utility room, and even the bathroom and toilet (?).
As for the material, I only know that the bottom layer is cork, and the rest is PVC and phthalate-free...
Hello Lucrezia,
You have probably already researched this type of flooring online, or at least one would expect that.
The polyolefin flooring (usually based on PE) with the so-called "AquaReject carrier board" is likely suitable for all the areas you mentioned, even in bathrooms, provided the flooring is fully glued down.
What may come as a surprise during your research is that there is no published product data sheet for this flooring!
Therefore, it is unclear which load class it is rated for. It may be that in heavily used entrance areas with higher mechanical stress, it could experience unpleasant wear and tear. This has traditionally been the major weakness of such flooring types over the past decades.
However, until proven otherwise, this remains a (though reasonable) assumption.
Regards, KlaRa
You have probably already researched this type of flooring online, or at least one would expect that.
The polyolefin flooring (usually based on PE) with the so-called "AquaReject carrier board" is likely suitable for all the areas you mentioned, even in bathrooms, provided the flooring is fully glued down.
What may come as a surprise during your research is that there is no published product data sheet for this flooring!
Therefore, it is unclear which load class it is rated for. It may be that in heavily used entrance areas with higher mechanical stress, it could experience unpleasant wear and tear. This has traditionally been the major weakness of such flooring types over the past decades.
However, until proven otherwise, this remains a (though reasonable) assumption.
Regards, KlaRa
Thank you, KlaRa!
No, I actually knew very little about the properties of such floor coverings, as I have only dealt with wooden floors so far.
PE sounds fine, as it is low in pollutants (theoretically free of harmful substances), and it is also used for food and baby food packaging.
The price is also quite good (about 20€/m² (approximately $20/ft²)).
Detailed information is still missing, so I will report back here once Haro answers my inquiry.
No, I actually knew very little about the properties of such floor coverings, as I have only dealt with wooden floors so far.
PE sounds fine, as it is low in pollutants (theoretically free of harmful substances), and it is also used for food and baby food packaging.
The price is also quite good (about 20€/m² (approximately $20/ft²)).
Detailed information is still missing, so I will report back here once Haro answers my inquiry.
Haro responded quite quickly. Maybe someone here is also interested in the technical data:
Regarding the surface of the flooring:
Abrasion-resistant, coated thermoplastic decorative layer with up to 4-color printing (free of PVC and plasticizers).
Core layer:
AquaReject carrier board (5mm (0.2 inches))
Bottom layer:
Cork, 1mm (0.04 inches)
Suitable for commercial and residential areas with heavy use. Stain resistance classified as "resistant."
"The patented glue-free locking system ensures easy, precise, and durable installation of the design floor.
End side: Snap lock system
Long side: Angle locking mechanism."
And now for the key question: Can it be assumed, especially based on the "AquaReject carrier board," the "thermoplastic decorative layer," and the locking system, that no issues will arise in laundry rooms/bathrooms/toilets?
Regarding the surface of the flooring:
Abrasion-resistant, coated thermoplastic decorative layer with up to 4-color printing (free of PVC and plasticizers).
Core layer:
AquaReject carrier board (5mm (0.2 inches))
Bottom layer:
Cork, 1mm (0.04 inches)
Suitable for commercial and residential areas with heavy use. Stain resistance classified as "resistant."
"The patented glue-free locking system ensures easy, precise, and durable installation of the design floor.
End side: Snap lock system
Long side: Angle locking mechanism."
And now for the key question: Can it be assumed, especially based on the "AquaReject carrier board," the "thermoplastic decorative layer," and the locking system, that no issues will arise in laundry rooms/bathrooms/toilets?
Hello "Lucrezia".
Yes, that is possible. I have been following polyolefin floor coverings since they were first introduced about 20 years ago. The issues have always arisen with the adhesive on the back (most adhesives do not stick well to PE). Now, loose-laid panels based on a floating installation are entering the market. This should not be a problem for wet rooms.
The key question is how dimensional stability behaves under thermal stress (e.g., underfloor heating) in practice. The substrate panel will likely keep this within an acceptable range. Polyolefin floors are standardized as "modular floor coverings" according to DIN EN 16511. According to the manufacturer’s classification (class 21 to 34), only class 34 has limits for dimensional changes caused by moist or dry environmental conditions.
For dimensional changes due to heat, all usage classes above 23 remain at 0.25% or less (still based only on the delivered dimensions).
A broad and sometimes confusing topic for non-experts...
Best regards and have a pleasant weekend, KlaRa
Yes, that is possible. I have been following polyolefin floor coverings since they were first introduced about 20 years ago. The issues have always arisen with the adhesive on the back (most adhesives do not stick well to PE). Now, loose-laid panels based on a floating installation are entering the market. This should not be a problem for wet rooms.
The key question is how dimensional stability behaves under thermal stress (e.g., underfloor heating) in practice. The substrate panel will likely keep this within an acceptable range. Polyolefin floors are standardized as "modular floor coverings" according to DIN EN 16511. According to the manufacturer’s classification (class 21 to 34), only class 34 has limits for dimensional changes caused by moist or dry environmental conditions.
For dimensional changes due to heat, all usage classes above 23 remain at 0.25% or less (still based only on the delivered dimensions).
A broad and sometimes confusing topic for non-experts...
Best regards and have a pleasant weekend, KlaRa
KlaRa schrieb:
According to the manufacturer’s classification (class 21 to 34), only class 34 sets limits for dimensional changes caused by moist or dry climate conditions!!
For dimensional changes due to heat, all usage classes greater than 23 are at or below 0.25% (although this again refers only to the delivered dimensions).
A broad and sometimes confusing topic for a layperson...
Regards and have a pleasant weekend: KlaRa Thank you, KlaRa, for your very clear answer!
So does that mean that materials in this class can deform with temperature changes? (Because they are thermoplastic?)
Can manufacturers provide guarantees for this, or is it sufficient if the product is labeled "suitable for underfloor heating"?
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