Polyflor Colonia Flooring

Polyflor Colonia is Polyflor’s entry-tier residential glue-down luxury vinyl tile range. A 2.0mm gauge dryback LVT with a 0.3mm wear layer and Polyflor’s PUR (polyurethane reinforcement) surface treatment, Colonia covers classic wood and stone designs at a more affordable per-square-metre cost than the wider Camaro range. Rated for residential heavy use, suitable for kitchens, hallways, utility rooms and living areas.

Grosvenor Flooring is a Polyflor Approved Retailer supplying the complete Colonia range. A UK competitor price-match promise applies across the range. The Grosvenor+ trade programme offers additional pricing on the complete Colonia collection. For supply and fit across Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire, contact us via our enquiry form, WhatsApp or phone.

Browse all Colonia designs below, or explore the other Polyflor LVT ranges – Camaro for mainstream residential glue-down, Camaro Rigid Core for click installation, or the wider Polyflor brand page.

What is Polyflor Colonia?

Polyflor Colonia is a luxury vinyl tile range engineered as the entry-tier residential option in the Polyflor LVT portfolio. Each Colonia plank or tile is glue-down dryback construction bonded to a prepared subfloor using Polyflor’s approved adhesive system. The gauge is 2.0mm overall, the wear layer is 0.3mm transparent, and the surface is finished with Polyflor’s PUR coating. The range covers classic wood designs (English Oak, Mountain Oak, Forest Oak, Country Oak) and traditional stone designs (Natural Limestone, Welsh Slate, Burnished Concrete) at a more affordable price than Camaro.

Where Camaro sits at 2.5mm gauge with the deepest residential design library, Colonia at 2.0mm gauge with a tighter design library represents Polyflor’s value-tier residential LVT. The wear layer specification (0.3mm) is the same as Camaro; the differences are gauge and design library depth.

The Colonia Design Library

Colonia’s wood-effect designs cover traditional British and European oak styling, with warm mid-tone designs and a smaller number of darker rustic and lighter contemporary options. The stone-effect range covers classic British stone aesthetics including Welsh slate, natural limestone and traditional sandstone effects, plus contemporary concrete looks for kitchen and utility room installations.

The Colonia library is narrower than Camaro’s 80+ designs but covers the most-specified residential design briefs at an entry-tier price point.

Specification Detail

Gauge: 2.0mm overall.

Wear layer: 0.3mm transparent PUR-treated.

Use Area (ISO 10874): Class 23 residential heavy.

Slip resistance: R10 to DIN 51130 – suitable for residential bathrooms, kitchens and wet zones.

Fire reaction: EN 13501-1 Class Bfl-S1.

Underfloor heating: Compatible with wet and electric UFH subject to Polyflor’s 27 degree Celsius maximum surface temperature. Dryback installation gives excellent heat transfer over UFH.

Warranty: Polyflor’s residential warranty when installed using the brand’s approved system and maintained in line with the published care guidance.

Sustainability: BRE Green Guide A, FloorScore, Indoor Air Comfort Gold, Finnish M1, recycled content, 100 per cent recyclable, REACH compliant.

Where Colonia Works Best

Colonia is the Polyflor range to specify when project budget is the priority and a 2.0mm residential specification is sufficient for the installation – typical residential family-home installations, buy-to-let and HMO refurbishments, light commercial environments where the cost-per-square-metre matters more than premium-tier design depth, and rooms where a classic British wood or stone aesthetic fits the brief.

For wider design library depth or a thicker 2.5mm gauge, step up to Polyflor Camaro. For click installation, see Camaro Rigid Core. For commercial environments, step up to Expona Commercial.

Colonia as the Buy-to-Let and HMO Specification

Buy-to-let landlords, HMO operators and property developers shopping for hard-wearing residential LVT in volume are the natural Colonia buyer. The combination of Polyflor build quality, R10 slip resistance suitable for bathrooms and kitchens, classic wood and stone design library and entry-tier pricing makes Colonia the cost-effective Polyflor LVT specification at the larger-volume end.

For typical buy-to-let kitchen installations, the wood-effect Colonia designs (English Oak, Country Oak, Forest Oak) cover the styling brief without paying for premium-tier design depth. For HMO communal areas and bathroom installations, the stone-effect designs (Natural Limestone, Welsh Slate) deliver the wet-zone aesthetic at the right price. The Grosvenor+ trade programme applies further discounted pricing on the complete Colonia range for landlords and developers, narrowing the gap between Colonia at trade pricing and competing entry-tier LVT.

For larger-scale rollouts (multi-unit developments, build-to-rent schemes), Polyflor’s UK manufacturing at Whitefield delivers shorter lead times than imported competitor LVT – typically 1 to 2 weeks for in-stock Colonia designs versus 6 to 8 weeks for imported equivalents.

Colonia and Underfloor Heating

Colonia is compatible with both wet and electric UFH systems subject to Polyflor’s 27 degree Celsius maximum surface temperature. As a glue-down dryback product, Colonia delivers excellent heat transfer over UFH because there is no intermediate underlayment between the heated screed and the floor surface. Use a floor probe to monitor surface temperature, commission the UFH gradually after installation, and follow Polyflor’s UFH-specific commissioning guidance.

How Colonia Compares to Camaro

Both ranges are residential glue-down LVT with the same 0.3mm wear-layer specification and Polyflor’s PUR surface treatment. The differences sit in two areas: gauge and design library. Colonia is 2.0mm gauge with a narrower classic-design library; Camaro is 2.5mm gauge with the deeper 80+ design library including dedicated parquet formats.

The 0.5mm extra gauge in Camaro is not visible at the surface but gives the floor a slightly more substantial feel underfoot and better tolerance for minor subfloor imperfections during installation. For budget-led residential installations where the subfloor is well-prepared and the design brief sits in the classic British residential aesthetic, Colonia delivers Polyflor build quality at lower cost. For wider design choice, parquet formats or marginally better subfloor-imperfection tolerance, Camaro is the step up.

Care and Maintenance

Colonia’s PUR surface treatment delivers polish-free maintenance over the life of the floor. Day-to-day cleaning is sweeping or vacuuming for loose dirt and damp-mopping with a pH-neutral floor cleaner for the surface. Avoid abrasive cleaning products, scouring pads and bleach-based cleaners that can damage the PUR coating. For occasional deeper cleaning, Polyflor’s recommended cleaning products are pH-neutral and PUR-safe.

Furniture legs should carry felt protectors to prevent indentation and scratching. Heavy items (kitchen units, large appliances) should be installed on the floor with weight distribution in mind. For office-chair use over Colonia (occasional home-office setup), a chair mat is recommended to prevent the casters wearing the surface.

Buying Polyflor Colonia from Grosvenor Flooring

As a Polyflor Approved Retailer, Grosvenor Flooring supplies the complete Colonia range. Prices are displayed on every product page. Klarna three-instalment interest-free finance is available at checkout on larger orders. Free UK delivery applies on qualifying orders. The price match promise covers any UK competitor listing on the same Polyflor Colonia product code.

Trade buyers benefit from the Grosvenor+ trade programme – apply via the Grosvenor+ application page. For buy-to-let and HMO landlords particularly, Colonia at trade pricing is the cost-effective Polyflor LVT specification. For supply and fit projects across Altrincham, Manchester and Cheshire, contact us with room measurements for a fitted quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyflor Colonia PUR suitable for bathrooms and kitchens?

Yes, Polyflor Colonia PUR is highly suitable for bathrooms and kitchens. Its construction offers good water resistance, making it capable of handling splashes and spills typical in these areas (though standing water should be wiped up promptly). The PUR coating also makes it very easy to clean and hygienic.

How do I clean and maintain Polyflor Colonia PUR flooring?

Cleaning Colonia PUR is straightforward thanks to its Polyurethane Reinforcement (PUR) coating. Regular sweeping or vacuuming to remove dust and grit is recommended. For cleaning, simply use a damp mop with a pH-neutral vinyl floor cleaner diluted according to the manufacturer's instructions. Avoid harsh abrasives, strong detergents, or steam cleaners.

Can Polyflor Colonia PUR be installed over underfloor heating?

Yes, Polyflor Colonia PUR is compatible with most common underfloor heating systems. However, it's crucial that the surface temperature of the floor never exceeds 27°C (80°F). The underfloor heating system should be commissioned and tested before installation, and gradual temperature changes are recommended when turning the system on or off.

What is the warranty on Polyflor Colonia PUR?

Polyflor Colonia PUR comes with a 7-year domestic warranty when installed and maintained correctly according to Polyflor's guidelines. This warranty covers manufacturing defects and premature wear in typical residential environments.