Flotex Metro Commercial Textile Sheet Flooring

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Flotex Metro Commercial Textile Sheet Flooring by Forbo

Flotex Metro is part of the Flotex Colour range, Forbo's group of semi-plain Flotex designs. Metro is an understated semi-plain that adds a sense of texture without a defined shape, and it is the largest of the three Colour patterns.

Flotex is Forbo's flocked textile floor: a dense pile of upright nylon 6.6 fibers bonded to a waterproof, closed-cell vinyl cushion backing. It gives the warmth, comfort and sound control of a textile, but because the fibers stand straight and the backing is impervious, spills stay on the surface and the floor can be cleaned much like a hard floor, including wet cleaning. Forbo also notes that the pile traps fine dust and allergens until it is vacuumed, and Flotex carries the Allergy UK Seal of Approval.

Best for: Offices, education, healthcare, hospitality and retail spaces that need a hard-wearing textile floor with a broad color choice.

Colors

Flotex Metro sheet comes in 26 colors:

• Greys and charcoals: Tempest s246002, Gull s246004, Nimbus s246005, Grey s246006, Ash s246007, Anthracite s246008, Pepper s246009, Concrete s246014, Carbon s246024, Mineral s246018
• Beiges and browns: Pebble s246011, Sand s246012, Cocoa s246015, Chocolate s246010
• Blues and greens: Indigo s246001, Lagoon s246020, Petrol s246032, Jade s246028, Evergreen s246022, Apple s246037
• Brights and accents: Berry s246017, Red s246026, Tangerine s246025, Citrus s246019, Gold s246036, Lilac s246034

Screen colors vary, so request free samples before you choose.

Why Choose Flotex Metro

• Textile warmth and comfort underfoot with a surface that can be wet cleaned like a hard floor
• Waterproof closed-cell vinyl backing keeps spills from reaching the subfloor
• Dense, straight nylon 6.6 pile that releases stains and traps fine dust until vacuumed
• Allergy UK Seal of Approval
• Class 1 fire rating (ASTM E648) and suitable for castor chairs
• Impact sound reduction of 21 dB (ISO 717-2) for quieter rooms
• CDPH 01350 compliant, 100% phthalate free and made with 100% renewable electricity

How Flotex Sheet Is Sold

Flotex Metro is a 0.17" (4.3 mm) sheet in rolls about 79" (2 m) wide x 98.4 ft (30 m) long, about 71.76 sq. yd. per roll. It is cut to the length your project needs and quoted by the square yard. The factory edge is not seam quality, so allow at least 1" at each seam for trimming. Give us your room dimensions and we will help you plan roll cuts and quantities.

Because sheet is cut to your order, cut sheet goods are not returnable. Please confirm colors with samples and measurements with your installer before ordering.

Installation and Supplies

Flotex sheet is a glue-down floor installed by a flooring professional following Forbo's Installing Flotex Sheet Flooring guide. Installation supplies are sold only with a Flotex flooring order and are included in your quote.

• Adhesive: Forbo Sustain 1195, Forbo FST 1299 or Forbo 660, as listed for Flotex sheet on Forbo's US website. FST 1299 is not applicable to all installations; for example, Forbo's FST 1299 data sheet says it is not intended for slabs without a moisture vapor retarder. Your installer selects the adhesive based on the subfloor and job conditions.
• Seams: Net-fit seams rolled with a steel seam roller, with cross seams cut using the Forbo Seam & Strip Cutter, per Forbo's Flotex sheet installation guide
• Care: Forbo Neutral pH Cleaner for routine and interim cleaning, and the Forbo Flotex Spot Eraser for spot cleaning, as listed on Forbo's US Flotex floor care page and in Caring for Flotex

Installation and Technical Documents (PDF)

• Flotex Sheet Technical Data Sheet
• Installing Flotex Sheet Flooring
• Forbo General Installation Guidelines
• Substrate Evaluation and Preparation Guidelines
• Caring for Flotex
• Flotex Stain Chart
• Forbo Limited Commercial Warranty: Flotex (US)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Flotex? Flotex is a flocked textile floor from Forbo. Upright nylon 6.6 fibers are bonded to a waterproof vinyl backing, so it feels like a textile but can be wet cleaned like a hard floor.

How is Metro different from Calgary and Penang? All three are Flotex Colour semi-plains. Metro is an understated semi-plain that adds texture without a defined shape, Calgary has a soft, natural texture, and Penang has a subtle hint of wood grain.

How is Flotex sheet priced? Flotex sheet is cut to length and quoted by the square yard. Call 1-888-976-8166 with your square footage for a project quote. The minimum order is 250 sq ft.

Can I return Flotex Metro sheet? No. Sheet is cut to the length you order, so cut sheet goods are not returnable. Order free samples first to confirm your colors.

How do I clean Flotex? Vacuum regularly, treat spots with water and the Forbo Flotex Spot Eraser or the Flotex Stain Chart, and use a diluted neutral pH cleaner followed by wet extraction with clean water for deeper cleaning. Wait at least five days after installation before the first wet cleaning.

What adhesive is used for Flotex sheet? Forbo's US website lists Forbo Sustain 1195, FST 1299 or 660 for Flotex sheet. FST 1299 is not applicable to all installations, so your installer chooses based on the job. Adhesive is sold only with a flooring order and included in your quote.

Can I order samples? Yes. Request free samples to see the colors in person before you order.

Product Specs

• Collection: Flotex Metro
• Range: Flotex Colour
• Brand: Flotex
• Manufacturer: Forbo Flooring Systems
• Type: Flocked textile sheet: nylon 6.6 wear layer, fiberglass layer, recycled closed-cell vinyl cushion backing
• Thickness: 0.17" (4.3 mm)
• Roll Size: about 79" (2 m) wide x 98.4 ft (30 m) long, about 71.76 sq. yd. per roll
• Fire Rating: ASTM E648 / NFPA 253 Class 1; ASTM E662 smoke density 450 or less
• Slip Resistance: ASTM D2047, meets or exceeds 0.5
• Acoustics: Impact sound reduction 21 dB (ISO 717-2); IIC 68 (ASTM E492)
• Durability: EN 1307 Class 4 heavy duty; suitable for castor chairs (ISO 4918)
• Recycled Content: Up to 20% (sheet)
• Certifications: CDPH 01350 compliant, contributes to LEED v4.1, Allergy UK Seal of Approval
• Colors: 26
• Minimum Order: 250 sq. ft.
• Returns: Cut sheet goods are not returnable
• Complete Specs: Technical data sheet (PDF)
• Warranty: See Forbo's Flotex warranty (PDF)

Specifier Tips

Metro shares its 0.17" gauge and 79" roll width with Calgary and Penang, so the three Flotex Colour patterns can be combined on one project. Metro's 26 colors make it easy to pair a neutral field such as Gull or Nimbus with an accent like Jade, Petrol or Tangerine for wayfinding.

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