Macclesfield FC

Players at Macclesfield FC enjoyed a speedy win thanks to the help of F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s recently launched Styccobond F58 PLUS. The ‘no time to wait’ adhesive made quick work of the installation of Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVTs) and rubber floorcoverings as part of the creation of a new state-of-the-art gym at the Leasing.com stadium, resulting in a stunning workout facility for the team and local community.

How were the products used, and why?

Major upgrades were made to the stadium, comprising of a new pitch, bar, reception area and Stealth Gym which had 600 m² of floorspace.

Flooring contractors began the project with a subfloor moisture test, which indicated high Relative Humidity (RH) levels in the subfloor, necessitating a moisture management solution to prevent excess subfloor moisture attacking floorcoverings and adhesives, potentially causing floor failure.

Having removed surface laitance and old paint from the concrete subfloor on the lower floor, the contractors carried out surface repairs using Stopgap 460 Exterior Repair fast-setting rapid repair mortar. A single coat of Stopgap F77 waterproof surface membrane created a barrier against the excess subfloor moisture.

Once the waterproof surface membrane had cured, the surface was primed using Stopgap P141 primer for non-absorbent surfaces before Stopgap Red Bag self-smoothing compound was applied at a thickness of 3mm to provide a perfectly smooth base for floorcoverings.

Styccobond F58 PLUS was used to affix charcoal-grey, wood-effect Kährs Calder Herringbone LVTs to create a bold statement in the main weights, cardio and boxing rooms, and changing areas.

Throughout the gym, rubber floorcoverings were also installed at fitness stations, using the adhesive in its wet state, to provide a soft cushion underfoot for customers using the equipment.

Upstairs, contractors made necessary repairs, including filling day joints, before priming the subfloor, this time opting for Stopgap P131 general purpose primer. Though the first floor would not be exposed to rising damp, F. Ball technical representatives recommended a moisture management solution due to high RH readings and in line with British Standard (BS) code, so contractors applied Stopgap F78 waterproof surface membrane. Once cured, Stopgap Red Bag self-smoothing compound was again used to create a base for subsequently installed LVTs, completing a premier workout area for strength and resistance and cardio machines.

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David Harris, Managing Director at KH Flooring Ltd., said: “F. Ball recommended their new Styccobond F58 PLUS and it was on top form. It was a great product to work with, and we didn’t have to work up a sweat – we’ll leave that to the players. Using just one adhesive to install both LVTs and rubber tiles saved both time and money.”