Rigid core benefits

Minimal prep

Easy click-and-lock installation over most hard subfloors, facilitating quicker less downtime and quicker turnaround.

K-Core® technology

Ensures stable core for installation over most hard subfloors without revealing imperfections.

Quieter spaces

Backing makes flooring quieter to walk on while reducing noise to lower floors by 22 dB.

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Rigid core performance

See how the floor’s layers deliver the performance you need.

1. K-Guard+® surface protection

Our K-Guard+® surface protection system uses PU technology to provide a hygienic and durable finish.

2. Clear PVC embossed wear layer

Provides superior protection from everyday wear and tear.

3. High definition photographic layer

Showcasing the unique design of each Karndean product; handcrafted for one of a kind beautiful floor.

4.1 Stability layer

This layer assists with dimensional stability and aids indentation resistance and recovery.

4.2 2G™ & 5G® locking mechanisms

Using proven click-lock technology, installers can quickly and easily lock planks together.

4.3 K-Core®

Our proprietary K-Core® technology ensures a stronger, more stable core for installation over most existing hard floors without the worry of exposing subfloor imperfections, and it’s 100% waterproof.

5 Acoustic backing

Our pre-attached acoustic foam backing makes rigid core products quieter to walk on than laminate or engineered hard ﬂoors, and reduces sound transfer to rooms below.

How can we help?

Technical resources library

Download all of the product, regulatory and compliance information that you need including our Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).

Order free samples

We highly recommend ordering physical samples of our flooring solutions to ensure the colour and emboss meet your requirements.

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Need help?

For technical support, pricing and more information on our flooring designs, please contact our commercial sales team on 01386 820 200 or fill in the inquiry form below.

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