Glossary

refers to the resistance of solid surfaces against mechanical strain, in particular friction

The 48-hour time period when unopened packages of laminate flooring should be placed in the center of the room in which they will be installed. The acclimation process allows the flooring to stabilize to the room’s temperature; failure to do so can result in the boards shrinking (creating gaps) or expanding (creating peaks).

laminate should be stored for about 48 hours in the room in which it is laid. In this way, it adapts to the temperature and does not become warped during the laying process.

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substances that prevent or weaken the static charging of objects

complete soaking of the OSB board with permanently effective insecticide and hence optimum protection against termites

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construction materials

compact density fibreboard coloured in black

about 80 percent of the raw materials along the entire value chain come from Switzerland and at least 80 percent of the added value remain in Switzerland.

continuous pressure laminate, created by continuously pressing several layers of paper with melamine, resulting in a laminated product

raw materials or products made from them are used in chronological steps as long, frequently and efficiently as possible and utilised energetically only at the end of the product life cycle.

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notch on the undersurface of laminate flooring that supports the air circulation and therefore prevents mould formation

Swiss Krono’s specially developed tongue-and-groove joints that make it possible to snap the individual laminate flooring planks together with a simple “click.” Once joined, the planks form a single, fixed unit.

two panels can be joined without using any glue, the floor can be removed and laid again with a special tongue and groove combination.

production procedure in which an adhesive layer is applied to a workpiece. The coating may consist of thin, thick and several layers

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printed melamine resin-soaked paper in wooden or single-colour design

made according to DIN 4108-3, which regulates the climate-based moisture protection and requirements, calculation procedures and information for planning and execution

Used to cut away a portion of the door casing, allowing laminate planks to slide underneath.

ECO-TEC collection is part of the russian Kronostar flooring collection. It is the environmentally friendly, reliable product developed for those people who prefer natural interiors and all natural things.

are classified in the different classes E1, E2, E3 (E1 = lowest pollutant emission). The output of formaldehyde is measured. The formaldehyde content of the air is measured in “parts per million” (ppm). The permissible limit value is 0.1 ppm and should not be exceeded. Laminates from SWISS KRONO are of class E1 and are therefore regarded as pollutant-free.

Used as a transition between floors of unequal heights. Examples: From laminate to carpet or vinyl.

EVENTUM laminate flooring (Kronostar Premium Collection Russia) includes wood decors, high quality oak styles in different colour variations.

The floor’s reaction as it responds to the room’s temperature and humidity. As temperature or humidity rises throughout the day or year, laminate flooring planks expand outward, which is why the expansion gap – a 3/8 of an inch gap between the floor and perimeter walls — is a critical part of laminate flooring installation.

stands for “forest stewardship council” and is an international certification system for forestry. Ten worldwide applicable principles ensure that wooden products with the FSC label come from responsibly managed forests.

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fire protection class B1 refers to flame-resistant building materials and products according to the DIN 4102-1 fire protection standard. It defines that the fire goes out itself after removing the fire source.

vapour-permeable wooden fibre insulation material, ensures a good indoor climate due to moisture-regulating properties

A floor that is not nailed or glued to the subfloor. Swiss Krono laminate floors maintain their structure and stability because of their expertly designed locking systems.

floor that is not stuck onto the surface Chipboard panels: consist of wooden chips that are pressed together with binding agents under pressure and heat to form board-shaped construction and building materials.

refers to the entire business area of laminate flooring at the SWISS KRONO Group

every day the SWISS KRONO GROUP produces laminate flooring of the size of 55 football fields.

laid under the laminate to reduce noise due to steps on the floor

our products make an active contribution to the preservation and maintenance of forest thanks to the sustainable use of the raw material wood.

used in the glue for woodworking, increasingly replaced by other substances

determined by machining a test body with wheels covered with sandpaper. The test body is checked for abrasion every 100 turns. The unit is AC and the higher the value, the lower the abrasion is.

GALAXY is part of the russian Kronostar Flooring Collection and includes decors styled on different wood species from light to dark shades.

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high-density fibreboard with a density of above 800 kg per cubic metres

high-pressure laminates, extremely resistant surface, laminate product

sense of touch, shapes printed onto laminates are made perceptible

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The international environmental management standard defines worldwide approved requirements for an environmental management system.

IMPERIAL laminate flooring is part of the Kronostar Flooring Collection and will grace any interior thanks to the decors design features.

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low-density fibreboard

high-density fibreboards (HDF) are used as basis. Attractive decor paper is pressed onto them, which is protected against mechanical damage by an abrasion-resistant, sturdy protective film. A compact, fine film on the underside protects the wooden core from moisture.

Extremely durable flooring comprised of four layers: a stabilizing under-layer, a dense fiberboard core, a decorative paper layer containing the wood grain or tile design, and a clear, protective wear layer.

connection of several layers of the same or different materials with a suitable lamination agent (varnish, glue, wax)

medium-density fibreboard of at least 600 kg per cubic metre

The main light source of a room often is sunshine coming through the main window in a room. Laminate flooring should be installed parallel to the main light source in a room to create the most flattering look.

resin for the coating of wooden materials, with high surface hardness, high abrasion resistance and good flame resistance

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oriented strand boards, made of long, lean chips. They are arranged crosswise in two cover layers and a middle layer and therefore exhibit very high bending strength.

transparent sheet, protects decor paper from mechanical influence

very fine-pored foam, used for underlays for footfall and room insulation

stands for “programmes for the endorsement of forest certification schemes” and is an international forest certification system.

polymer diphenylmethane diisocyanate, adhesive used in the woodworking industry, which is formaldehyde free and hydrolysis resistant (against permanent influence of moisture)

board for wall and ceiling coverings

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the laminate is deformed continuously over the front edge to create a seamless appearance, extremely resistant.

PRIME LINE collection is represented by several wood decors of warm colours and regards to the russian Kronostar Flooring Collection.

for priming

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Installation tool used for tightening the tongue-and-groove joints in laminate-flooring planks.

Used to cover the gap between the floor and the baseboard and to accent the transition. Especially useful for retrofitted floors where the baseboard is typically not removed.

laminate flooring of the SWISS KRONO Group consists to 90 percent of wood that comes from sustainably managed forests.

Used to make a transition from a laminate floor to ceramic tile, thresholds and cabinets.

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compact density fibreboard coloured in black

the SWISS KRONO Group is represented by the trade partner in 121 countries.

Laminate flooring SALZBURG - the world of traditions, quality and heartfelt melodies of colour from the russian Kronostar Premium Collection. 

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Small, triangular plastic pieces used to maintain the required expansion gap around the laminate floor, allowing room for expansion.

the SWISS KRONO Group provides hundreds of decors in the flooring area as well as an enormous selection in the interior area. An almost infinite selection of combination options is created in combination with different lengths, widths and thicknesses.

resin-impregnated papers applied to the underside of laminate which compensate (tension) the overlay and decor paper on the top

When installing laminate flooring planks, staggering helps joints disappear into the hue and grain of the surface; repeating the same joint line throughout can call attention by creating a floor-wide pattern. Staggering is accomplished by using a two-thirds-length plank to start the second row and a one-third-length plank to start the third row.

Used to provide a finished look to stair risers.

long and narrow chips for the production of OSB panels

covering with timber

The floor, generally wood or concrete, on which laminate planks are to be installed. See installation instructions for subfloor preparation.

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all types of wooden composite boards that can be coated, usually HDF for laminate flooring

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SYNCHRO-TEC is the laminate flooring (Kronostar Premium Collection) representing a harmonious combination of magnificent design and excellent physical characteristics.

appearance and impression coincide, can be barely distinguished from solid wood

Used to transition two floors of the same height, typically between rooms or in an entryway. Also used as an expansion joint for floors installed in larger-sized rooms.

A hard-plastic block that is placed against the edge of a laminate floor plank and used to tap end joints together.

rounded edge, usually used for kitchen worktops

The edge profile found on laminate flooring that allows planks to fastening together without the use of glue or nails.

name for the edge profiles of wooden boards, which are used as a plug connection for which no glue or nails are required

heat transition coefficient (previously k value). It specifies how high the thermal loss due to a multi-layer material layer is. The lower the U value, the better the insulation effect

insulating support layer, laid between the floor and laminate for sound insulation

Pad installed above the subfloor before laminate planks are installed. The underlayment pad provides sound dampening and levels out minor imperfections in the subfloor.

the DIN EN 13329 standard classifies laminate products and is intended as means of orientation for the customer. The utilisation classes are used to classify the laminates according to their resistance: abrasion, shock resistance, light fastness. Which laminate is to be used appropriately for which location of usage is also recommended – for instance commercial areas or private dry and/or wet rooms.

A polyethylene film used to prevent moisture from concrete subfloors from seeping into the laminate-wood planks, creating damage.

protective sheath for wall and ceiling insulation which prevents water vapour from being adsorbed by the insulation material

peak moisture can be adsorbed by the room air, which allows the walls to dry out towards the inside

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Also called a baseboard, it is used to make the transition from floor to wall in almost every installation.

wood is shredded and then usually reshaped with binding agents to produce wooden materials.

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