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GlasBac®RE

GlasBac®RE is InterfaceFLOR’s latest advancement in sustainable modular carpet backings.

Utilising new technology, vinyl backings can be completely separated from the nylon fibres of used carpet tiles. The vinyl is then able to be recycled into new backings that provide even better performance than 100% virgin vinyl backings. The nylon from the carpet fibres is redirected to to other uses.

Depending on the yarn system selection, GlasBac®RE backed carpets have a total recycled content by weight from a minimum of 40% and up to exc ess of 50%. GlasBac®RE reduces the amount of virgin vinyl used by 49% when compared to our standard GlasBac®.

The separation process allows the recycled backing to be reclaimed over and over again, making GlasBac®RE a sustainable, high performing backing.
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CushionBac™

CushionBac™ is a high density shock absorbing backing which is laminated to the back of InterfaceFLOR modular carpet. It is specifically designed to improve underfoot comfort in all applications.

Key Benefits of CushionBac™ include:

  • Improves underfoot comfort and creates a positive firmness.
  • Absorbs shock reducing pile fracturing and flattening.
  • Controls surface deflection curve over a greater lateral area.
  • Maintains dimensional stability.
  • Consistent density of cushion.
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GlasBac®

GlasBac® is a fibreglass reinforced thermoplastic composite (a unique PVC blend) in a three layer structure: a sandwich of one fibreglass layer between two layers of themoplastic composite.

Key benefits of GlasBac® include:

  • Can be chemically welded to create a seamless installation when used in System Six® format.
  • Exceptional dimensional stability.
  • GlasBac® backing can be lifted and removed, rotated or replaced when spills or excessive wear occurs.
  • The ability to withstand heavy rolling loads.
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Graphlar®

Graphlar® is a fibreglass reinforced Mexphalt composite (a mixture of industrial grade bitumen and limestone). Fibreglass that provides high dimensional stability is sandwiched between two layers of Mexphalt composite that is joined to the carpet. Finally, the secondary backing of non-woven polypropylene is added to complete the process.

Key benefits of Graphlar® include:

  • The ability to withstand heavy rolling loads and capable of conforming to minor subfloor irregularities.
  • Modular product backed with Graphlar® can be lifted and removed, rotated or replaced when spills or excessive wear occurs.
  • Graphlar® is an important backing as it has components in the composite that can be recycled, complementing InterfaceFLOR's sustainability philosophy.
  • Exceed standards for dimensional stability while at the same time does not contain plasticisers.