Higher subfloor moisture levels can create challenges for commercial flooring projects, influencing product selection, installation methods and project timelines. Karndean offers a complete suite of installation solutions suitable for concrete subfloors, providing greater flexibility across gluedown, loose lay and rigid core flooring installations.
With moisture-tolerant subfloor preparation, adhesives and flooring solutions designed to work together, Karndean helps specifiers, contractors and installers confidently select the most appropriate solution for their project requirements. Download our Adhesive Guide
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Flexible Solutions for Loose lay Installations
Discover how Karndean loose lay LVT paired with Hi-Tack PS Adhesive provides a fast, flexible installation solution for commercial projects with concrete subfloors up to 95% RH, with a releasable bond that can make individual planks easier to replace and provides greater flexibility during installation.
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Where 95% RH flexibility matters
For commercial projects, higher subfloor moisture levels can impact installation programmes and specification decisions. Karndean’s 95% RH solutions provide greater flexibility across a range of commercial environments, including:
Multi-Residential
Supports apartment, build-to-rent and mixed-use developments where higher subfloor moisture levels can affect construction sequencing, helping reduce delays associated with additional moisture remediation.
Senior Living
Suitable for retirement living and aged care projects where refurbishment and upgrade works may require efficient installation while maintaining operational continuity.
Social Housing
Supports new-build and refurbishment projects by reducing the need for additional moisture treatment, helping improve programme efficiency and accelerate property turnaround times.
Retail
Ideal for retail refurbishment projects helping reduce delays associated with moisture-related subfloor preparation and enabling faster return to service.
From moisture-tolerant subfloor preparation through to adhesives and flooring, Karndean provides a complete installation system designed to help projects move forward with confidence.
Need help selecting the right system? Contact the Karndean Commercial team or request technical guidance.
Explore Karndean’s adhesive and subfloor preparation solutions to find the right 95% RH system for your project.
Refer to our Installation Guidelines for guidance on selecting and installing the right Karndean solution for your project.
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Moisture tolerance varies by product and substrate conditions, refer to the relevant technical data sheet for more information. All substrates must be tested in accordance with AS1884 prior to installation.
