- Author
- Wolfe, W. C. | Roberts, R. E. | Russell, M.
- Title
- Durability and Maintenance as Related to the Selection of Flooring. Final Report.
- Coporate
- National Bureau of Standards, Washington, DC
- Report
- NBS TN 783, August 1973,
- Distribution
- Available from National Technical Information Service
- Keywords
- floors, selection; classifications; materials; maintainability; wear resistance; service life; comfort; esthetics; obsolescence; cost analysis; utilization; finishes; floor coverings | life (durability)
- Identifiers
- slip resistance
- Abstract
- The report is addressed to the problem of selection and maintenance of flooring to the best advantage in terms of durability, type and severity of service, appearance, comfort, and safety. Selection is discussed with respect to service life, maintenance, obsolescence, and trade-off advantages. Information and discussions are included on determining maintenance cost, trade-offs, and selection of flooring for different types of service. Field observations and preliminary field tests are noted indicating areas in which research is needed.