Altro Contrax

Altro Contrax offers a reliable and cost-effective solution for areas demanding hard-wearing safety flooring. As a popular choice within the Altro range, Contrax provides sustained slip resistance, ensuring underfoot safety in busy environments where spills might occur. It’s designed to withstand heavy foot traffic while remaining easy to maintain.

This practical sheet vinyl flooring balances functionality with value, making it ideal for circulation areas, corridors, and other spaces requiring durable and safe surfaces. Available in a range of practical colours, Altro Contrax delivers consistent performance for general-purpose use across various commercial and public settings.

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Altro Contrax is a well-regarded safety vinyl flooring option, specifically engineered to deliver dependable performance and value in demanding environments. It is designed as a heavy-duty sheet vinyl solution that prioritises underfoot safety without compromising on durability. One of its primary features is its sustained slip resistance (PTV ≥36), which significantly reduces the risk of slips and falls, particularly in areas prone to occasional spillages or heavy footfall. This makes it a trusted choice for ensuring safety compliance in public and commercial spaces.

The construction of Altro Contrax focuses on resilience. Its 2mm thickness provides a robust surface capable of withstanding constant use, typical in circulation areas like corridors, walkways, receptions, hospital wards, and classrooms. This durability translates into a long lifespan, offering excellent value for money over the product’s lifetime. Furthermore, the surface is designed for straightforward cleaning and maintenance, contributing to better hygiene standards – a critical factor in healthcare, education, and public buildings. Its impervious surface helps prevent the build-up of dirt and bacteria.

While primarily functional, Altro Contrax is available in a selection of practical, non-sparkle colours that can complement various interior designs. The colour palette is designed to be versatile, fitting easily into different environments without being overly intrusive. This focus on practicality ensures that the flooring meets the essential requirements of safety and durability demanded in high-traffic zones.

Installation typically involves adhering the sheet vinyl to a properly prepared subfloor, often with hot-welded seams to create a continuous, impervious surface. This method prevents moisture ingress and ensures maximum hygiene and durability, particularly important in settings where cleanliness is paramount. Altro Contrax represents a sensible investment for organisations seeking a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective safety flooring solution for general-purpose applications where aesthetics are secondary to safety and performance.

Altro Contrax Buying Guide

Choosing the right flooring is crucial, especially for demanding environments. This guide helps you determine if Altro Contrax is the suitable choice for your project:

Room usage / Location: Altro Contrax excels in busy circulation areas within commercial and public buildings. Think corridors, walkways, receptions, hospital wards, classrooms, and similar spaces requiring hard-wearing, safe surfaces. It’s generally not intended for highly specialised areas like commercial kitchens (where Altro Stronghold might be better) or areas needing enhanced chemical resistance.
Lifestyle: Ideal for environments where safety, durability, and ease of cleaning are top priorities. If the space experiences heavy foot traffic and potential spillages, and requires a functional, compliant safety floor, Altro Contrax is a strong contender.
Budget: Altro Contrax is positioned as a cost-effective safety flooring solution. It offers excellent value by balancing performance, durability, and price, making it suitable for projects where budget is a key consideration but safety cannot be compromised.
Durability & Maintenance: Highly durable and built to withstand sustained heavy foot traffic. Its surface is designed for easy cleaning using standard methods, contributing to lower maintenance costs and improved hygiene. Regular cleaning maintains both appearance and slip resistance.
Material Type Pros & Cons:
Pros: Excellent slip resistance (PTV ≥36), highly durable, cost-effective, easy to clean and maintain, hygienic impervious surface, 100% recyclable post-use.
Cons: Primarily functional aesthetic (no decorative sparkles or intricate patterns), requires professional installation for optimal performance and longevity.
Aesthetics & Style: Offers a practical, functional appearance with a range of non-sparkle colours. The focus is on performance rather than high-end design, suitable for environments where safety and durability are the main aesthetic drivers.
Comfort & Sound: Provides the standard resilience expected from a 2mm safety vinyl. It offers moderate underfoot comfort and some degree of impact sound reduction suitable for busy areas.
Underfloor Heating: Altro Contrax is compatible with underfloor heating systems, provided the surface temperature does not exceed 27°C.
Installation: As a sheet vinyl product, Altro Contrax requires professional installation. This typically involves careful subfloor preparation, adhesive application, and potentially hot welding seams to ensure an impervious and durable finish. Grosvenor Flooring offers expert supply and fit services.
Sustainability: Altro Contrax contains recycled content and is 100% recyclable after its service life through schemes like Recofloor. Altro is committed to reducing environmental impact throughout the product lifecycle.

Frequently Asked Questions about Altro Contrax

What exactly is Altro Contrax?: Altro Contrax is a hard-wearing, slip-resistant safety vinyl flooring supplied in sheet format. It is designed primarily for commercial and public environments requiring durability, safety, and value for money. It offers sustained slip resistance (PTV ≥36) and is 2mm thick.
Where is Altro Contrax typically installed?: It’s ideal for general-purpose, high-traffic circulation areas such as corridors, walkways, receptions, hospital wards, classrooms, staff rooms, and other public spaces where underfoot safety and durability are essential.
Is Altro Contrax genuinely slip-resistant?: Yes, Altro Contrax provides sustained slip resistance for the lifetime of the floor. It achieves a Pendulum Test Value (PTV) of ≥36, significantly reducing the risk of slips in busy areas, even with occasional spillages.
How should Altro Contrax flooring be cleaned?: Altro Contrax is designed for easy maintenance. Regular cleaning typically involves sweeping or vacuuming, followed by damp mopping using a neutral cleaner. For specific cleaning protocols, especially in healthcare settings, refer to Altro’s cleaning guidelines.