If you have pre-customised this work section using the "questions and answers" provided as part of the downloading process, it may be necessary to amend some clauses to suit the final project-specific version.
The section must still be checked and customised to suit the project being specified, by removing any other irrelevant details and adding project-specific details and selections.
This section relates to the supply, laying and finishing of Forté range of timber overlay flooring.
It includes:
Modify expand this clause to suit requirements of this specification section.
Allow 2mm for glue thickness e.g. allow 18mm flooring depth for 16mm prefinished engineered flooring.
FSC or PEFC certification is available upon request for some products. Contact Forte for further information.
Custom Product ranges are available upon request. Contact Forte for further information.
Forté have a proposed Alternative Solution to NZBC clause E3.3.3 (floor surfaces of any space containing sanitary fixtures or sanitary appliances must be impervious and easily cleaned.) It is detailed in Forte's Alternative Solution Guidance for Timber Flooring (E3 Installations). This Alternative Solution is limited in its scope to certain substrates and other provisions, which are detailed in the guidance to the clause below.
Refer to ~ for ~.
Include cross references only to other work sections where they include directly related work.
Refer to 6192 FLOORING SUBSTRATE PREPARATION for preparation of flooring substrate and hard underlays.
Refer to 7545 UNDERFLOOR HEATING for integration with hydronic (water based) underfloor heating systems.
Refer to 7553 UNDERFLOOR HEATING MAT SYSTEM for integration with electric underfloor heating mat systems.
Delete clause if not applicable.
Refer to the general section 1232 INTERPRETATION & DEFINITIONS for abbreviations and definitions used throughout the specification.
The following abbreviations apply specifically to this section:
FSC® | Forest Stewardship Council® |
COC | Chain of Custody |
Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification |
Refer to the general section 1233 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS. The following documents are specifically referred to in this section:
NZBC C/AS2 | Protection from fire |
NZBC C/VM2 | Protection from fire |
NZBC D1/AS1 | Access routes |
NZBC E3/AS1 | Internal moisture |
NZBC E3/AS2 | Internal moisture |
Reconstituted wood-based panels - Specifications - Wet-processed fibreboard | |
Plywood - Structural - Specifications | |
Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials | |
ISO 4760 | Laminate flooring — topical moisture resistance — assembled joint |
ISO 9239-1
| Reaction to fire tests for floorings — Part 1: Determination of the burning behaviour using a radiant heat source |
ISO 9705.1 | Reaction to fire tests - Room corner test for wall and ceiling lining products -- Part 1: Test method for a small room configuration |
Delete from the DOCUMENTS clause any document not cited. List any additional cited documents.
AS/NZS 4586 is an Alternative Solution as the NZBC cites AS 4586.
The following are related documents and if referred to in the work section need to be added to the list of DOCUMENTS.
AS 4586 | Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials |
BRANZ BU 526 | Specifying timber |
BRANZ BU 531 | Providing for thermal and moisture movement |
Manufacturer's and supplier's documents relating to this part of the work:
Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Design Guide 3.0
Forté Product Specification Sheets
Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0
Forté Acoustick-Mat Acoustic Underlay Installation Guidelines
E3 Alternative Solution Document 3.0
Forté Care & Maintenance Guide for Commercial Spaces
Forte Timber Flooring Care and Maintenance Guide Residential 3.0
TAMSA International Consult 733 Critical Radiant Flux reports
ISTS Test Reports: Slip Resistance Classification of New Pedestrian Surface Materials
CodeMark™ Certificate CMNZ70143 Innovate Group Ltd T/A Forté – Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System
Manufacturer/supplier contact details:
Company: | Innovate Group Limited T/A Forté |
Web: | |
Email: | info@forte.co.nz |
Telephone: | 0508 356 677 |
It is important to ensure that all personnel on-site have access to accurate, up to date technical information on the specified products. Also a particular product could have specific requirements for handling, storage, preparation, installation and finishing. Access to technical information can help overcome potential problems.
Provide a material manufacturer/supplier warranty:
25 years | Residential Structural Warranty on all Engineered Flooring Ranges |
5 years | Commercial Structural Warranty on all Engineered Flooring |
Refer to the general section 1237 WARRANTIES for additional requirements.
Modify or expand the clause to suit project or manufacturer/supplier requirements, options include:
Provide an installer/applicator warranty:
2 years | For installation (by Forté approved installer) |
Refer to the general section 1237 WARRANTIES for additional requirements.
Modify or expand the clause to suit project or installer/applicator requirements, options include:
Workers to be approved by Innovate Group Limited. Refer to 1270 CONSTRUCTION for additional requirements relating to qualifications. Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for details of Approved Installers.
This clause includes generic text which should be expanded only if there are specific qualification requirements.
Substitutions are not permitted to any specified system, or associated components and products.
Provide maintenance documentation in accordance with Forté Timber Flooring Care and Maintenance Guide Residential 3.0 as necessary for the Principal to maintain the works. Provide documentation no later than the date of practical completion or the date on which the Principal takes occupation of the works. Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for care & maintenance.
Refer to relevant Technical Data Sheets and Material Safety Data Sheets of moisture barrier & adhesives.
Consider adding a special clause where volatile or potentially dangerous adhesives and/or coatings are involved.
Ensure a maintenance cleaning schedule is put in place for commercial applications. For residential and commercial care and maintenance recommendations refer to https://forte.co.nz/.
Refer to the Forté Alternative Solution Guidance for Timber Flooring (E3 Installations) within the specification Contract Appendix. This proposed Alternative Solution supports the use of Forté Timber Overlay Flooring Systems in limited wet area applications, through in-service history, testing, specific installation methods and design.
The proposed Alternative Solution requires flooring system installation in wet areas to be in accordance with both ATFA (Australian Timber Flooring Association) recommendations and the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0, including PVA adhesive to plank joints and caulking silicone gap filler to seal the perimeter and any fixed items within the area.
Refer to the E3 Alternative Solution Document 3.0 for details, and guidance on documentation to submit in support of an Alternative Solution. Attach this document within the specification Contract Appendix.
The Alternative Solution applies to:
Note the conditions and limitations of use stipulated in the Codemark certificate CMNZ70143.
Installation of Forté Timber Flooring in commercial wet areas is not recommended, and is not supported by the proposed Alternative Solution.
Note that the acceptance of an Alternative Solution is at the discretion of the BCA. Contact Forte for assistance if required.
Sample and test the substrate to ensure that moisture content is within the limits specified. Provide a written record.
Refer to limits set out under EXECUTION, for circumstances that might apply.
Forté Timber Overlay products meet the fire performance requirements of NZBC C/AS2 4.17.3, by either:
All Forté Collections onform to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and have a deemed maximum Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m².
or
Critical Radiant Flux not required if area of non-conforming products have an aggregate surface area of not greater than 5m² within a fire cell, to NZBC C/AS2, 4.17.6.a.
Delete this clause for houses and similar residential projects under NZBC C/AS1 (as it does not apply).
NOTE; NZBC C/VM2, Table B1 conditions for timber flooring are, to be at least 12mm thick and 400 kg/m³ (there are further conditions on coatings). If these conditions are met, as of right Table B1 provides a maximum Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2 kW/m².
The 5m² limit includes the aggregate area of all surfaces within a firecell that do not comply with surface finish requirements of NZBC C/AS2. Therefore separate surfaces in addition to the this product may need to be considered in order to determine the aggregate area.
Refer to TAMSA International Consult 733 Critical Radiant Flux reports.
This guidance note describes the use of Masterspec slip resistance clauses. The extent of slip resistance clauses included within this section is subject to Q&A and section requirements. Ensure the section 1278SR SCHEDULE OF SLIP RESISTANCE TESTING is included in the specification.
NZBC D1/AS1, Table 2 identifies walking surfaces that are level or sloping access routes (including stairs) under dry and wet conditions that either:
Note:
Exceptions to wet slip resistance requirements for level access routes (refer NZBC D1/AS1, 2.1.2) include:
Walking surfaces comply with NZBC D1/AS1, Table 2 for slip resistance requirements and are exempt from testing.
Check project walking surfaces against Table 2 to confirm acceptable solution relates to project requirements. Identify compliant walking surfaces if this section also includes surfaces to be tested, or surfaces previously tested.
Forté Prefinished Engineered Wood Flooring products have been tested for slip resistance to AS/NZS 4586. Refer to SELECTIONS for details.
Use only in dry interior level situations. Refer to ISTS Test Reports: Slip Resistance Classificatino of New Pedestrian Surface Materials and https://forte.co.nz/
Forté Engineered Timber Collections: Artefact, Artiste Rustic, Atelier, Custom, Indus, Moda Altro, Moda Mezzo, Moda Stretto, Smartfloor, Ultra, Urban and Villa are engineered flooring (real wood) composed of a hardwood veneer wear layer and a cross directional timber backing.
Supplied in planks. Installation by direct stick. Matching stair nosings are available. Refer to SELECTIONS.
Suitable for floors, walls and ceilings in commercial and residential applications. Allow 2mm for glue thickness e.g. allow 18mm flooring depth for 16mm prefinished engineered flooring.
Forté Custom Product ranges are available. Contact Forte for further information.
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for colours and applications.
Acoustick-Mat, a high density 5 mm recycled rubber and cork underlay, rated to ISO 717-2, providing up to 18dB sound transfer reduction.
Suitable for multi-level buildings, residential and commercial use, direct stick installations only. Refer to Acoustic-Mat underlay guidelines https://forte.co.nz/
Apply one of the following where a moisture barrier, sound reduction and bonding system are required:
Other Mapei products may be suitable. Contact Forté for advice.
Adhesives suitable for installation of Forte Acoustic Underlay and the Forte Engineered Timber flooring. Generally use adhesive and vapour barrier / wet area membrane from the same manufacturer to ensure compatibility: coordinate this clause content with the moistbure barriers / wet area membranes clause below.
PVA D3 Adhesive used as a waterproof joint sealer to wet area applications.
Timber floor silicone-free, paintable sealant / caulking suitable for wet area applications.
Forté recommend Bona Gap Master or Aquaseal Flex timber floor sealants. Available in a range of colours.
Apply on of the following vapour barrier systems to concrete substrates:
Generally use vapour barrier and adhesive from the same manufacturer to ensure compatibility: coordinate this clause content with the adhesives clause above.
Mapei Ultraplan Eco, low VOC, fast hardening self levelling smoothing compound with appropriate Mapei Primer to suit substrate.
Mapei Fiberplan - Ultra fast hardening self levelling smoothing compound with appropriate Mapei Primer to suit substrate.
Brass or aluminium finishing trims and transition bars of varying profiles and finishes. Refer to Section 8 of the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Design Guide 3.0.
Refer to 1270 CONSTRUCTION for requirements relating to delivery, storage and handling of products.
Store the timber flooring flat, in the original unopened packaging, in the areas it is to be installed in for at least 48 hours prior to installation, to allow the product to acclimatise to the room temperature and minimise the likelihood of any shrinkage or swelling.
Store timber out of direct sunlight, in a shaded and protected dry place (18°C to 25°C), away from walls and radiators.
Place stored packs on battens/ dunnage to minimise moisture absorption from the ground. Do not store the timber flooring outside.
Use these standard generic clauses and if appropriate add additional special requirements.
Refer to 1250 TEMPORARY WORKS & SERVICES for protection requirements.
Refer to 1270 CONSTRUCTION for requirements relating to defective or damaged work, removal of protection and cleaning.
Use these standard generic clauses and if appropriate add additional special requirements.
Check work previously carried out and confirm it is of the required standard for this part of the work. Inspect the substrate to ensure it provides a suitable finish in accordance with the requirements of the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0. Do not start laying if the substrate will not allow work of the required standard. Carry out such additional preparatory work as required in bringing the substrate to suitable condition.
Check the sub-floor for evenness, not to exceed 3mm variation over a 3m length. If substrate unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after surface preparation apply levelling compound.
Check for moisture content by hygrometer. Do not commence laying flooring until readings for the whole area are within acceptable levels as follows:
Timber substrate | 8 -12% for air conditioned buildings |
Concrete substrate | 70% relative humidity |
If concrete substrate is above 70% Relative Humidity, apply selected moisture barrier. If timber substrate is above allowable moisture content, then wait to allow to dry out and re-test.
Check that the timber supplied is as specified. Check the moisture content of the timber flooring and subfloor to ensure it is at the required level for the installation environment.
Do not start laying before the building is enclosed, doors are hung and lockable, wet work complete, full lighting available and in the case of air-conditioned buildings the air-conditioning operating for 6 weeks.
Starting work means the floor layer accepts the substrate as allowing work of the required standard.
Before beginning the installation, confirm the proposed layout of the timber, grain direction, any other visual considerations of the finished work and specified expansion requirements relating to the specified product.
Add more detail here, especially if bordered or patterned work is involved. Herringbone and Chevron patterns require extra detail. Refer https://forte.co.nz/
Conditions and installation must comply with the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0. Refer https://forte.co.nz/.
The surface of the slab from the heating tubes may not be less than 30mm and the recommended thickness is 60mm.
If a moisture test has not been carried out, turn off the underfloor heating 1 week prior to the test. Check for moisture content by hygrometer and do not commence installation until hygrometer readings show below 70%.
Commission the underfloor heating system, refer to Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for requirements. The underfloor heating system should be working for at least 3 weeks prior to the flooring installation. Ensure the thermostat is fitted with a maximum temperature of 27°C and adjust the temperature a maximum +/-2°C per day.
Installation surface temperature to be maintained at 15°C during installation and kept at this temperature for a minimum 48 hours after completion.
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/, Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for details.
Note: Hydronic Underfloor heating is suitable for use under all Forte Engineered Flooring Collections except Artiste Rustic.
Ensure the surface of the screed is at least 8mm above the heating cable location. Screed must be suitable for use with glued-down engineered timber flooring, structurally sound and free from laitance.
If a moisture test has not been carried out, turn off the underfloor heating 1 week prior to the test. Check for moisture content by hygrometer and do not commence installation until hygrometer readings show below 70%.
Commission the underfloor heating system, refer to Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for requirements. The underfloor heating system should be working for at least 3 weeks prior to the flooring installation. Ensure the thermostat is fitted with a maximum temperature of 27°C and adjust the temperature a maximum +/-2°C per day.
Installation surface temperature to be maintained at 15°C during installation and kept at this temperature for a minimum 48 hours after completion.
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/, Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for details.
Note: Underfloor heating is suitable for use under all Forte Engineered Flooring Collections except Artiste Rustic.
Refer to the general section 1270 CONSTRUCTION for general requirements.
Amend this clause to describe specific standards and tolerances to be achieved in carrying out this part of the work. Although such tolerances are typically included in standards (NZS, AS/NZS etc) in certain circumstances it is worth restating these in this clause.
Execution and installation must comply with the requirements of the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0. Refer to https://forte.co.nz/.
Clear substrate of debris, clean off surface contamination and carry out surface repairs using a proprietary levelling compound. Carefully feather out at perimeters of repaired areas. Grind level, then vacuum to remove dust.
Check the sub-floor for evenness, not to exceed 3mm variation over a 3m length. If substrate unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after surface preparation apply levelling compound.
If the subfloor height requires to be raised to meet adjacent flooring, a hardboard underlay of the required thickness can be adhesive fixed fixed to the substrate, this should only carried out once substrate us fully prepared and is level to 3mm variation over a 3m length. If required, refer to 6192 FLOORING SUBSTRATE PREPARATION for hard underlay or substrate preparation.
Ensure substrate is minimum 18mm thick when over joists or minimum 15mm when over concrete. Clear substrate of debris, machine sand to remove surface contamination, then vacuum to remove dust.
Check the sub-floor for evenness, not to exceed 3mm variation over a 3m length. If substrate unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after surface preparation apply levelling compound.
The moisture content difference between the timber substrate and the Engineered Timber Flooring should be no more than 4% . Do not install if the moisture content difference is greater than this. Carry out moisture test in accordance with the method described in the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System - Installation Guide 3.0, section 3.3.
If the subfloor height requires to be raised to meet adjacent flooring, a hardboard underlay of the required thickness can be adhesive fixed fixed to the substrate, this should only carried out once substrate us fully prepared and is level to 3mm variation over a 3m length. If required, refer to 6192 FLOORING SUBSTRATE PREPARATION for hard underlay or substrate preparation.
Ensure substrate is minimum 18mm thick when over joists or minimum 15mm when over concrete. Clear substrate of debris, re-nail or replace any loose or missing boards, then machine sand to make level.
When installing over solid native timber subfloors in wet areas, a two component epoxy moisture barrier must be applied.
Check the sub-floor for evenness, not to exceed 3mm variation over a 3m length. If substrate unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after surface preparation apply levelling compound.
If the subfloor height requires to be raised to meet adjacent flooring, a hardboard underlay of the required thickness can be adhesive fixed fixed to the substrate, this should only carried out once substrate us fully prepared and is level to 3mm variation over a 3m length. If required, refer to 6192 FLOORING SUBSTRATE PREPARATION for hard underlay or substrate preparation.
Ensure that the selected wet area membrane system is compatible with glue down timber floor installations and has been installed in accordance with NZBC E3/AS2 requirements.
Ensure all timber flooring installation components such as adhesives are compatible with the selected wet area membrane. Refer to https://forte.co.nz/, Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for requirements.
Installation over a wet area membrane is an Acceptable Solution under NZBC E3/AS2. However, this can add significant cost and often is not practical to install. Refer to the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Design Guide 3.0, section 5 for guidance on compliance with NZBC E3. Refer to the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0, section 4.6 for guidance on the specification and installation of wet area membranes.
If a wet area membrane is impractical, consider instead following the guidance in the E3 Alternative Solution Document 3.0 for other installation methods.
In accordance with the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Design Guide 3.0, a wet area membrane is required under the timber overlay systems for Multi-Dwelling Residential, in the following areas:
* only if the kitchen sinks do NOT contain an integrated overflow, and the rate of the sink overflow is NOT greater than the rate of the tap flow.
For single-dwelling residential, a wet area membrane is not required for wet areas. Refer to the E3 Alternative Solution Document 3.0 for details.
If concrete substate is above 70% Relative Humidity, apply selected Mapei Mapeproof one component or Selleys Liquid Nails VBS two component moisture barrier with roller to substrate in accordance with manufacturer's requirements.
The relative humidity to be re-checked once the moisture barrier is dry.
If substrate unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after grinding apply levelling compound.
Apply appropriate Mapei primer to suit substrate. Mix and apply by large metal trowel or rake Mapei Ultraplan Eco self-levelling compound in accordance with manufacturer's requirements for smoothing and removing differences in level between 1 to 10mm to concrete substrates. For large installations Mapei Ultraplan Eco can be applied with an automatic pressure pump.
If substrate unevenness exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after sanding apply levelling compound.
Apply appropriate Mapei primer to suit substrate. Mix and apply by large metal trowel or rubber spreader Mapei Fiberplan self-levelling compound in accordance with manufacturer's requirements for smoothing and removing differences in level between 3 to 10mm to timber substrates.
Suitable for application over plywood / particle board or existing T&G timber substrates
Install Forté Acoustick-Mat underlay in accordance Forté Acoustick Mat Acoustic Underlay Installation Guidelines and the following requirements:
Acoustick-Mat underlay provides up to 18dB sound transfer reduction. Suitable for use in multi-level buildings.
Install Forté prefinished engineered wood flooring in accordance with Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0, using the direct stick (glue down) method. Refer https://forte.co.nz/
Apply Mapei Ultrabond ECO® S955 1K, Ultrabond ECO® 995 or Selleys Timberflex with a notched trowel following manufacturer's instructions. Follow requirements for open time, taking note of substrate porosity, ambient temperature and relative humidity. Remove excess adhesive as the work proceeds using approved techniques. Install the flooring strictly in accordance with Forté stated requirements. Ensure the required expansion gap is left at perimeters and around fixed obstacles.
When underfloor heating is specified install pre-finished engineered wood flooring in accordance with the particular requirements of the Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0.
Forté recommend direct stick application method for all applications and Timber overlay collections.
Apply D3 PVA adhesive during installation to all joints between timber overlay planks, both along the length of plank and between the ends of planks to all wet area applications. For open plan spaces, this should extend 1.5m from each sanitary fixture and sanitary appliance. Refer to Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0 for details.
Check for moisture content and suitability of substrate prior to installation. Adhesive fix flooring and nosings to stair treads, risers and landings.
Calculate expansion gaps strictly in accordance with Forte Flooring's requirements, to suit the environment, size of the installation and product type.
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for installation instructions.
Cover by timber or aluminium trim to allow unrestricted movement of the flooring.
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for installation instructions.
After installation of timber overlay is complete apply water-resistant caulking silicone gap filler in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements and in accordance with Forté Timber Overlay Flooring System Installation Guide 3.0, to seal around the expansion gaps to perimeter and around any fixed items in the floor area. For open plan spaces, this should extend 1.5m from each sanitary fixture and sanitary appliance.
Install skirting after installation of the timber floor covering to cover the required expansion gap.
Leave flooring surfaces free of adhesive, dirt and debris. Vacuum off, damp mop with a low-foam neutral detergent and allow to dry.
Protect the surface using Protectaboard or similar approved until completion of the contract works, or until acceptance/sign-off by Contract Administrator. Refer to Forté Flooring for details.
Avoid using tape on the floor. If required, use masking tape approved by Forté and do not leave on the surface for longer than 7 days
Refer to 1270 CONSTRUCTION for completion requirements and if required commissioning requirements.
Use this standard generic clause and if appropriate add additional special requirements.
For further details on selections go to https://forte.co.nz/.
Substitutions are not permitted to the following, unless stated otherwise.
Select the options to suit the project and delete options not specified.
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 220mm wide x1800mm and 2200mm long |
Plank thickness: | 15mm with 5.5mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Undulating surface, occasional saw-markings, deep wood grain texture |
Finish: | Italian UV Cured Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 35 SRV / 0.55 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Artefact product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Artefact colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Artefact collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Artefact collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 250mm wide x 2480mm long |
Plank thickness: | 20mm with 5.5mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Undulating surface, occasional saw-markings, deep wood grain texture |
Finish: | Italian UV Cured Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 35 SRV / 0.55 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Artiste product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Artiste colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Artiste Rustic collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Artiste Rustic collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | ~mm wide x 2200mm long |
Plank thickness: | ~ |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | Ageing Stain with UV Cured Matte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 42 SRV / 0.85 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Atelier product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Atelier colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Plank size/thickness: | 220mm wide x 2200mm long / 15mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer or |
| 260mm wide x 2200mm long / 21mm with 6mm Euopean Oak Veneer |
Surface fire: | Atelier collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Atelier collection can be used used in wet area applications, with a ≥39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | ~mm wide x ~mm long |
Plank thickness: | ~ |
Surface texture: | ~ |
Finish: | ~ |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux ~kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | ~ SRV / ~ COF |
Product/code no: | Forte Custom product ranges are available. Contact Forte for further information. |
Surface fire: | Custom collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 240mm wide x 2400mm long |
Plank thickness: | 18mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Lightly brushed |
Finish: | UV Cured Matte Lacquer (6 coats) |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 44 BPN / 0.70 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Indus product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Indus colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Indus collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Indus collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤40 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Product/code no: | ~ |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 220mm wide x 1830mm and 2190mm long |
Plank thickness: | 15mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | NatureMatte Lacquer (7 coats) |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 43 BPN / 0.60 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Moda Altro product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Moda Altro colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Moda Altro has been tested to ISO 9239-1 in accordance with NZBC C/AS2 4.17.3 |
Slip resistance: | Moda Altro collection is suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≥39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| Moda Altro collection is suitable for commercial applications to stairs without the use of a slip-resistant nosing, with a 46 SRV (greater than P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586) |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
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Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 190mm wide x 2190mm long |
Plank thickness: | 15mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | NatureMatte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 43BPN / 0.60 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Moda Mezzo product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Moda Mezzo colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Moda Mezzo conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Moda Mezzo collection is suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≥43 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| Moda Mezzo collection is suitable for commercial applications to stairs without the use of a slip-resistant nosing, with a 46 SRV (greater than P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586) |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
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Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 138mm wide x 2190mm long |
Plank thickness: | 15mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | NatureMatte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 43 BPN / 0.60 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Moda Stretto product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Moda Stretto colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Moda Stretto conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a deemed Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Moda Stretto collection is suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≥43 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| Moda Stretto collection is suitable for commercial applications to stairs without the use of a slip-resistant nosing, with a 46 SRV (greater than P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586) |
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Application: | Direct stick |
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Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 190mm wide x 2200mm long |
Plank thickness: | 15mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | PureMatte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 41 BPN / 0.75 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Smartfloor product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Smartfloor colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Smartfloor collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a de emed Critical Radiant Flux of 5.7kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Smartfloor collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤41 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
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Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 190mm wide x 1900mm long |
Plank thickness: | 21mm with 6mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | PureMatte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 37 SRV / 0.70 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Ultra product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Ultra colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Ultra collection has been tested to ISO 9239-1 in accordance with NZBC C/AS2 4.17.3 |
Slip resistance: | Ultra collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | ~ |
Application: | Direct stick |
Colour: | ~ |
Plank size: | 190mm wide x 1830mm long |
Plank thickness: | 14mm with 3mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Brushed |
Finish: | Bona Matte Lacquer |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 39 BPN / 0.65 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Urban product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Urban colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface Fire: | Urban collection has been tested to ISO 9239-1 in accordance with NZBC C/AS2 4.17.3 |
Slip resistance: | Urban collection can be used for wet area applications, with a ≥39 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is not required for surfaces with a rating ≥ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586. Urban collection meets this requirement and is suitable for use without slip-resistant nosings |
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Application: | Direct stick |
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Plank size: | 240mm wide x 2400mm long |
Plank thickness: | 18mm with 4mm European Oak Veneer |
Surface texture: | Rough sawn & brushed |
Finish: | UV Cured Matte Lacquer (6 coats) |
Surface fire: | Critical Radiant Flux 2.2kW/m² |
Slip resistance: | 40 BPN / 0.70 COF |
Product/code no: | Refer to Villa product codes https://forte.co.nz/ |
Colour: | Refer to Villa colour range https://forte.co.nz/ |
Surface fire: | Villa collection conforms to NZBC C/VM2, App B, Table B1, and therefore has a Critical Radiant Flux of 2.2kW/m². (Table B1 Specified performances of some flooring materials - Wood Products, Plywood or Solid Timber ≥ 12mm thick and ≥ 400kg/m³. May include waterborne or solvent applied surface coatings not more than 0.4mm thick and not more than 100g/m²) |
Slip resistance: | Villa collection is not suitable for use in wet area applications, with a ≤40 SRV as per NZBC D1/AS1 clause 2.1.2a |
| For stairways in commercial spaces, a slip-resistant nosing is required for surfaces with a rating ≤ P4 / 45 SRV to AS 4586 |
Location: | For sealing concrete slabs - where RH exceeds 70% |
Product: | Mapei Mapeproof 1K Turbo or Selley Liquid Nails VBS |
Note: | Use timber floor adhesive over from same manufacturer |
Location: | Where concrete slab relative humidity is greater than 70% |
Product: | Generally leave both options unless there is preference for one system |
| Mapei Mapeproof 1K Turbo, one component - use generally |
| Selleys Liquid Nails VBS, two component epoxy - use where a 2 pot system is required. |
Location: | For levelling concrete slabs - where unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after grinding |
Primer: | Appropriate Mapei primer to suit substrate |
Levelling: | Mapei Ultraplan Eco self-levelling compound |
Location: | For levelling timber substrates - where unevenness still exceeds 3mm variation over a 3m length after sanding |
Primer: | Appropriate Mapei primer to suit substrate |
Levelling: | Mapei Fiberplan self-levelling compound |
Note: | Suitable for plywood / particle board or existing T&G timber substrates |
Location: | ~ |
Type: | Forté Acoustick Mat, AKM10 |
Thickness: | 5mm |
Location: | For application of direct stick timber overlay flooring and if required for acoustic underlay |
Product: | Mapei Ultrabond Eco S955 or Ultrabond Eco 995 or Selley Timberflex |
Product: | Generally leave all options unless there is preference for one system: |
| Mapei Ultrabond Eco S955 - use generally or |
| Ultrabond ECO® 995 adhesive - use generally, use in conjunction with Mapei moisture barrier and has increase acoustic performance if using acoustic underlay or |
| Selley Timberflex- use generally, use in conjunction with Selley moisture barrier |
Location: | To all joints in timber overlay flooring in wet area applications |
Product: | PVA D3 Adhesive |
Note: | To all wet area application / for open plan areas, this should extend 1.5m from each sanitary fixture and sanitary appliance. |
Location: | To expansion gaps to perimeter and around any fixed items in the floor area to wet area applications |
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Colour: | ~ |
Product: | Forté recommend either Bona Gap Master or Aquaseal Flex |
Colour: | Colour closest to floor colour. Contact Forte for options |
Note: | To all wet area application / for open plan areas, this should extend 1.5m from each sanitary fixture and sanitary appliance. |
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Profile/size: | Refer to Forté Flooring for options |
Material/finish: | Refer to Forté Flooring for options |
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Size: | As required for Collection |
Surface texture: | Same as product |
Finish: | Same as product |
Refer to https://forte.co.nz/ for options