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Easy seam solution for net fit linoleum flooring Installation
Brought to you by Forbo Flooring Systems Arriving soon Easy to use Marmoweld ETU for linoleum flooring installation Linoleum sheet joins often do not require heat welding. Accurately installed net fit seams present a clean and distinctive appearance with long-lasting quality. Unlike vinyl, well-cut linoleum joins will not shrink over [...]
The value of a circular economy
Article by GECA A common misconception is that the circular economy is a synonym for a waste reduction strategy. However, it is far more radical than that. Talking about the circular economy only through a lens of waste reduction is like discussing the complexity of ecosystems exclusively in terms of [...]
Meeting today’s sustainability requirements
The world is transitioning towards a more sustainable future, and reducing emissions is the key focus of governments, corporations, and individuals globally. The building and construction sector accounts for almost 40% of all annual carbon emissions from the operation and construction phases. Embodied carbon or upfront carbon, is all the [...]
Moods of the Seasons
Moods of the Seasons Each season has a different meaning to every one of us depending on where we are in the world and our culture and traditions. With Forbo’s Moods of the Season, they hope to translate those feelings into design in a way that will both complement and [...]
Truly adhesive free flooring – by Forbo
The future of flooring installation has arrived and it’s fast and adhesive-free. Forbo’s family of Fast Flooring solutions are adhesive-free floor coverings, which are quick and easy to install whilst also being sustainable due to their reusable and/or recyclable nature. Quick turnaround with minimal disruption Floors can be walked on [...]
Are you ready for Australia’s circular future?
Embracing the transition to a circular economy in Australia is a significant step toward achieving a better future for people and our planet. Businesses and organisations that do not adopt a circular approach will be left behind. The good news is that environmental labels are globally recognised tools that can [...]
GECA – identifying environmentally and socially preferable products
Whether you are making or purchasing flooring, your choices can significantly impact people and our planet. GECA's lifecycle ecolabel standards include criteria for a wide range of environmental issues, human health and social impacts while proving that they perform as promised. Let us explore how our Floor Coverings and Carpets [...]
Marmoleum myths busted
Marmoleum, Forbo’s brand of linoleum flooring has been around for over 150 years. It is not surprising that some common myths and misconceptions have arisen over time. Marmoleum is still by far the sustainable flooring champion and remains as natural and durable as ever with the basic raw material formulation [...]
Bathroom design discord
“Design dissonance” is a term we are borrowing from the world of systems design in technology. Perhaps the best definition is this: “Design dissonance occurs when a product or service sends out cognitive signals that run counter to the desired effect”. What is being pointed to here is that design [...]
Covered in stone
The facade of a building is the first clue that tells us that structure may have something special to offer. Lightweight natural stone ventilated rainscreen facades are becoming more commonly used in modern buildings because of their benefits in efficiency and aesthetic appeal. The way buildings are constructed has changed [...]
Traditional stone, just lighter and more affordable
For more than 50 years, Cultured Stone by Boral has continued to innovate and develop products to meet the latest design trends. It can enhance the aesthetics of a project, as well as add value and maintenance-free performance while helping protect the environment. Boral introduced its Cultured Stone product to [...]