New flooring in the architectural office HKR+ Partner

A harmonious design concept for a pleasant working atmosphere.

Assignment and requirements

Choosing the right office environment is important for the well-being and productivity of employees. For this reason, holistic room concepts should be implemented that promote both the functional characteristics and the physical comfort of the occupants.

At HKR+ Partner Architects, the old flooring needed to be renewed. In doing so, it was necessary to take account of health and sustainability requirements. The choice was therefore made for a flooring system with low-VOC coating materials, which helps create a pleasant indoor climate.

Particularities and challenges

The new coating was supposed to withstand the stresses and strains of everyday office use and be durable. The flooring had to be in a subtle colour tone that would complement the existing carpets and the room concept.

The challenge was to find a solution that was visually appealing and perfectly integrated into the overall design, while meeting high standards of ambient air quality. These aspects contribute to  a pleasant working environment.

The solution

System G7 KLB DECOR LOW-VOC PU Light Sealed meets exactly these requirements. The water-based epoxy resin emulsion primer KLB-SYSTEM EPOXID EP 727 E was applied as a dust-binding intermediate layer with its good adhesion to the existing and prepared substrate.

This was followed by an elastic PU coating using KLB-SYSTEM POLYURETHAN PU 410 and a silk-matt sealer in a colour of approx. RAL 7044 Silk Grey. The latter is largely light-stable and resistant to staining. The matt surface also helps to reduce light reflection and create a balanced, harmonious atmosphere in the office. All products used are low-emission.

The Project

Category: Offices
Area size: 100 m²
Area type: Recreation and working areas
Completion: December 2023

Emissionsarmes Beschichtungssystem G7 mit staubbindender Zwischengrundierung, Beschichtung und Versiegelung für die Büroräume des HKR+ Partner Architekturbüros

Build-up of system

3. Top sealer KLB-SYSTEM POLYURETHAN PU 812 E

2. Top coat with KLB-SYSTEM POLYURETHAN PU 410

1. Intermediate primer to bind dust with KLB-SYSTEM EPOXID EP 727 E

Old flooring with recommended preparation

The object shown has a special build-up. The installation technique and product composition for this flooring was developed and implemented by our customer. The tested and proven KLB systems provide a reliable basis for many such out-of-the-ordinary applications. For special circumstances or if you have individual design requirements, you can also optionally supplement or adapt our systems with other products from our high-quality portfolio. KLB consultants will be happy to answer any technical questions you may have. You can find KLB systems recommended by us on our website at: www.klb-koetztal.de/en/systemfinder
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