The cure window
Floor protection for flooring contractors
You have just laid it, the adhesive is still curing, and the programme will not give you the floor to yourself for 72 hours.
Recommended grade250–500 GSM
Typical order300–3,000 m² per project
Protects againstGeneral site traffic
What goes wrong without it
Adhesive failure, trapped moisture, or shadowing under sheet that was laid too soon or sealed too tight.
Typical replacement cost:AED 350,000
Protection cost:AED 4,000
What to specify
Vapour permeability is the deciding property, not thickness. Non-staining backing is essential over fresh adhesive and finishes.
| Grade | Thickness | Duty | Suits this trade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175 GSM | 2.0 mm | Light foot traffic | Not required |
| 250 GSM | 3.0 mm | General site traffic | Recommended |
| 500 GSM | 3.5 mm | Heavy traffic, wet trades | Recommended |
| 1000 GSM+ | 5.0–10.0 mm | Plant, trolleys, live environments | Not required |
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