Transforming Stamford School's Indoor Facility with TaraFlex? Evolution
DurantSports
We are specialists in a range of cricketing and sports equipment, from training facilities, to electronic scoreboards
At Durant Sports we are proud to announce the successful installation of Gerflor’s Taraflex? Evolution Surface at Stamford School, a 81% bio-based, mineral and recycled materials surface.
Stamford School required a flooring system that combined versatility, enhanced comfort underfoot, and easy maintenance. To fulfill these requirements, as trusted and proud installers of Gerflor UK & Ireland 's TaraFlex?Surfaces, we recommended then installed TaraFlex's Evolution Surface in an elegant Silver Gray finish, supported by a TaraFlex? Subflex AE underpadding foundation. This advanced solution provides a high-performing, multi-purpose surface ideal for a variety of activities.
The installation process began with the careful removal of the school’s existing flooring, ensuring a clean and stable base for the new system. A protective membrane was then integrated to create a moisture-resistant barrier, extending the flooring’s lifespan. A foam layer was added to enhance cushioning and shock absorption, contributing to the overall comfort of the surface.
Precision-cut flooring boards were installed next, forming a stable and uniform base for the Taraflex? surface. To achieve a flawless finish, feathering techniques were applied to smooth out any unevenness, resulting in a perfectly level foundation. The penultimate stage of the installation saw the application of Gerflor’s Taraflex? Evolution Surface. As the project was brought to completion with the expertise of our partners Mark Biddle and team at Biddle Sport, who meticulously planned and executed the court markings to Stamford School's specifications.
These included five badminton courts, one basketball court, one netball court, one volleyball court, and one hockey court, complete with hockey skirting. Additionally, floor sockets were installed, and four cricket creases were marked. With the court markings finalised, the paint was left to cure over the winter, ensuring it would be ready for use when the school resumed after the Christmas break in January.
Characteristics of TaraFlex? Evolution
A key feature of the Taraflex? Evolution Surface is its versatility. Designed to support a wide range of sports and leisure activities, it is an ideal choice for multi-purpose facilities like Stamford School. The surface is also treated with Gerflor’s innovative Triple Action Protecsol? technology, which simplifies maintenance by offering enhanced durability, stain resistance, and ease of cleaning.
Characteristics of TaraFlex? Subflex AE Undercarriages
The Taraflex? Subflex AE undercarriage is a versatile and practical solution, perfect for both low-profile and renovation projects such as Stamford. It is fully compliant with EN 14904 standards (Category A3), offering less than 40% force reduction to ensure safety and performance. Additionally, it conforms to the Department for Education (DfE) technical guidance, making it a reliable choice for educational facilities. The Subflex AE features Gerflor’s advanced Protecsol? treatment, which reduces heat build-up and simplifies maintenance. Its design enhances foothold and slide to minimise injury risks and improve athletic performance. With exceptional durability and a low-maintenance, “no polish for life” motto, the Subflex AE delivers long-term value and practicality.
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