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DLW: THE LINOLEUM BRAND OF GERFLOR

DLW, THE OLDEST BRAND OF LINOLELUM 1863: Invention of Linoleum by Sir Walton. 1882: Foundation of DLW, the oldest linoleum brand

in the world2018: Only 3 remaining linoleum manufacturers today.

DLW joins Gerflor Group

GERFLOR DLW, A UNIQUE KNOWHOW 130 years of unique linoleum expertise combined with the standards of a global flooring leader:• Exceptional knowhow in the manufacturing of natural

ingredients • High-level quality control• First-class technical support on installation and maintenance• Dedicated customer service in major markets• R&D centers in France and Germany

DLW, CREATIVE BY NATUREBy essence, DLW linoleum is a sustainable solution, made of 100% natural materials. By its history, from Art Nouveau to Contemporary Art, DLW has always supported architects in their creative projects to change people’s life and accelerate societal change.

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DLW: SUPPORTING SUSTAINABILITY & CREATIVITY IN ARCHITECTURE

1905 - PETER BEHRENS 1992 - JEAN NOUVEL

2004 - HENNING LARSEN

2008 - HERZOG & DE MEURON

1913 - GABRIEL VON SEIDL

1927 - WALTER GROPIUS

1957 - LE CORBUSIER

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Peter Behrens designs the pattern "Circle and Square" for the collection of Linoleum with Ankler inlays. He became the pioneer of interior designs of this period.

Jean Nouvel is one of the most important architects in France. Its buildings represent unlimited individualism, always integrating cutting-edge technology. The Hotel Les Thermes de Dax: functional, with guidance ecological and an unusual facade design. The perfect pavement: Linoleum UNI WALTON by DLW in color "Blue", specially manufactured for this work.

Henning Larsen designed the new Copenhagen Opera House. If you look at it in front or in profile, the feeling does not change: the large roof seems to vibrate in the air, as if thanks to it the entire structure was about to take off. From the architectural point of view, it is in fact the most characterizing element of the building. Henning Larsen chose DLW Linoleum as pavement for this unique building.

Beijing Olympic Stadium is the world’s largest steel structure with 26km of unwrapped steel used. It was designed by Herzog & De Meuron Architekten and has been nicknamed the "bird’s nest" due to the web of twisting steel sections that form the roof. As well as designing a modern stadium, the team was challenged with creating a venue that was part of the culture of China and would put Beijing on the map. Linoleum Marmorette Ice Grey was installed inside the building.

In 1913, the architect Gabriel Von Seidl used rows of the famous brown and beige pattern in the construction of the new City Council of Bremen.

Based on the concept of construction conceived by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe, 17 European architects created 21 white buildings with flat roofs, with cubic rhythm in "Weissenhofsiedlung" in Stuttgart. One of the architects was Walter Gropius. 55 architects and interior designers furnished the buildings. Each of the buildings has DLW Linoleum.

The objective of the International Construction Exhibition "Interbau" held in Berlin in 1957 was to rebuild the Hansaviertel district, almost totally destroyed in World War II. Le Corbusier installed 35.000 m² of Linoleum inside Heilsberger apartments.

Linseed oil:Extracted from flax seeds, linseed oil is the first ingredient and the main binding agent used in linoleum.

Wood flour:Only all natural fillers here, using woodflour from Scandinavia or Germany.

Limestone:Ground up limestone is turned into chalkand added in as additional filler.

Jute:This long organic fiber is spun to create the product’s backing.

Resin:Natural resins from plantation trees are used as the second binding agent.

Colored pigments:Our pigments are free of heavy metals and comply with AP89 regulation.

Cork is used to ensure a good maturation of the product and brings elasticity to sport ranges.

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ECO FRIENDLY SOLUTION

Composition

The name “linoleum” is derived from its most important constituents.Origin : Latin, linum linseed oleum oil.

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Content

Sustainability

98%bio based

80%rapidly renewable

40%recycled content

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COMPOSITION• 98% organic and mineral based• 80% rapidly renewable• Degredable, non negative influence on environment• 100% Reach compliant

RECYCLED CONTENT• Up to 40% recycled contents, non varnished production

wastes + wood powder

LCA• Almost neutral CO2 balance: CO2 absorbed by raw

material while growing is almost equal to CO2 emissioned while linoleum is produced

• Manufactured in an ISO 14001 certified site• EPD available

WELLNESS• Antifungal (avoid the spread of bacteria on the floor)• Walking comfort

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KEY BENEFITS OF GERFLOR LINOLEUM

Durability

Hygiene

It's resistant to stain, oil and fat

It's does not attract dust

It is extremely durable (30 years), able to withstand heavy traffic and is easy to maintain by following a simple cleaning protocol

The joints can be welded

High quality: Made in Germany – most respected in the world

As a living natural product, it reacts to element such as daylight and water. It is helpful to set those expectations with your customer

It's resistant to fading

It's bacteriostatic

It's extremely wear proof: high pedestrian & mechanical resistance

It's resistant to most acid and solvents

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Comfort

Design

Warm underfoot

It allows vivid colors: calendered all through design

You can get many colors and patterns

The best sound insulation: Acoustic plus ranges (19 dB)

DLW linoleum : • no telegraphing • no delamination • no bight marks during installation

It's suitable for underfloor heating

DLW Linoleum has been a popular choice for schools, hospitals and other public entities for decades

It's soft and comforting to the touch

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CLEANING LINOLEUM FLOORS

Initial treatment

Daily cleaning

Deep cleaning

Reconditioning

Weekly cleaning

These cleaning instructions have to be adapted depending on traffic and location of the area.

Mechanical cleaning disk3M (or equivalent) colour disks

Single disk machine

Damp sweeping equipmentFlexible mop preferably fitted with disposable,antistatic and/or pre-impregnated gauze strips

Mechanical cleaning equipmentAuto scrubber, rotocleaner or single-brush machine

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Marmorette / Colorette / Granette / Uni Walton / Lino Art / Linodur

EQUIPMENT USED CLEANING PRODUCTS CLEANING METHODS

Manual cleaning

Mechanical cleaning

Neutral or alcohol detergent (pH <9)

• Damp sweeping• Mechanical washing with red disk at

160 - 180 rpm (with water recovery)• Rinsing

• Application of redispersible detergent• Dry polishing (300 - 100 rpm)

Manual cleaning

Mechanical cleaning

Neutral or alcohol detergent (PUR)

Floor maintainer (LPX)

• Damp sweeping• Mechanical washing with red disk at

160 - 180 rpm (with water recovery)

Mechanical cleaning

Cleaner spray • Spray buffing with red or beige disk at 300 - 1 000 rpm

Manual cleaning

Mechanical cleaning

Intensive clean agent (pH <9)

• Damp sweeping• Mechanical washing with red disk at

160 - 180 rpm (with water recovery)• Rinsing

• Application of redispersible detergentwith red disk

• Dry polishing

LPX Floors

Stripper for linoleum (pH <9) Acrylic emulsion

• Damp sweeping• Stripping• Rinsing

• Application of acrylic emulsion in3 crossed layers, respecting the drying

time between each layers

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LINOLEUM IS A NATURAL PRODUCT

Its colors enjoy light

Its installation requires careIt emits a natural smell

It is sensitive to humidity Deprived from light and due to the oxidation of linseed oil, the yellowing process will attenuate its color. This process is reversible: when exposed to light during a few days or weeks, linoleum finds back its original color.

Linoleum needs to be handled with care, especially when unrolling, during the first 3 meters. Stress releasing head of rolls during installation is also useful.

Like wood or leather, it emits a natural smell, which can be relatively strong at the beginning but will always fade with time.

Due to its composition, linoleum is intended for dry rooms. Nevertheless, its surface treatment allows water based cleaning.

The DLW brand stands for 150 years of experience and has been considered a reference since its creation.

The greenest solution on the market : 98% bio based material / 80% rapidly renewable / up to 40% recycled content.

Unlimited possibilities in terms of creativity, allowing unique and differentiating designs.

Adapted to numerous types of buildings, from education to healthcare, from public buildings to offices, thanks to a complete portfolio of compact, acoustic, sport and industrial solutions.

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KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER ABOUT GERFLOR DLW LINOLEUM

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MARMORETTE

0155 Smoked Pearl0056 Foggy Blue

0158 Tabac Grey 0180 Carbon Grey

0055 Ash Grey

0050 Quartz Grey

0059 Plumb Grey

0096 Midnight Grey

0052 Flint Grey

0053 Ice Grey

0159 Alumino Grey

0160 Industrial Grey

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250

2-R

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S: S

450

2-R

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S: S

650

2-Y

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S: S

850

2-Y

NC

S: S

400

5-R

80B

NC

S: S

550

2-B

NC

S: S

750

2-B

NC

S: S

800

0-N

NC

S: S

300

0-N

NC

S: S

450

2-B

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S: S

550

0-N

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S: S

800

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0252 Light Grey

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0098 Desert Beige 0076 Pale Yellow

0145 Banana White

0040 Light Sahara

0070 Rocky Brown

0140 Leather Brown

0045 Sand Beige

0146 Beeswax Beige

0003 Dark Brown

0108 Mokka Brown

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S: S

202

0-Y

30R

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S: S

204

0-Y

10R

NC

S: S

151

0-Y

20R

NC

S: S

202

0-Y

20R

NC

S: S

203

0-Y

30R

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S: S

403

0-Y

30R

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S: S

201

0-Y

10R

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S: S

301

0-Y

30R

NC

S: S

501

0-Y

70R

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S: S

801

0-Y

30R

0070 Rocky Brown

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MARMORETTE

0023 Dusty Blue

0022 Autumn Blue

0026 Sky Blue0049 Royal Blue

0148 Ink Blue 0149 Dark Blue

0099 Grey Turquoise

0129 Curacao Petrol

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S: S

402

0-R

90B

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S: S

502

0-R

90B

NC

S: S

403

0-R

90B

NC

S: S

404

0-R

80B

NC

S: S

504

0-R

80B

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S: S

702

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80B

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0129 Curacao Petrol

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0130 Antique Green

0100 Frog Green

0132 Lime Green

0020 Mild Green

0043 Leaf Green

0041 Avocado Green

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S: S

202

0-G

50Y

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S: S

303

0-G

30Y

NC

S: S

206

0-G

60Y

NC

S: S

302

0-G

10Y

NC

S: S

402

0-G

10Y

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S: S

603

0-G

30Y

0100 Frog Green

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MARMORETTE

0173 Melon Orange 0073 Spicy Orange0174 Physalis Orange

0117 - Mandarin Orange

0072 Golden Yellow

0172 Papaya Orange

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S: S

205

0-Y

30R

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S: S

305

0-Y

40R

NC

S: S

205

0-Y

50R

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S: S

207

5-Y

60R

NC

S: S

105

0-Y

20R

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S: S

108

0-Y

20R

0073 Spicy Orange

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0008 Chestnut 0075 Light Aurora

0048 Cranberry Red

0018 Lobster Red

0118 Chili Red0019 Sunset Orange

0115 Rusty Orange

0119 Terracotta

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S: S

206

0-Y

90R

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S: S

405

0-Y

90R

NC

S: S

158

0-Y

80R

NC

S: S

304

0-Y

90R

NC

S: S

205

0-Y

60R

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S: S

305

0-Y

60R

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S: S

305

0-Y

60R

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S: S

203

0-Y

50R

0018 Lobster Red

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MAIN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS

Education

Public buildings

El Chaparral Albolote Day Care Center

New Opera Oslo Library Stuttgart

Kindergarten Terenten

National Stadium Pekin

Kindergarten Weiach University of Baltimore

Harpa Concert and Conference Centre Reykjavic

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Sport

Healthcare

PECK.DAAM Architekten GmbH

University Hospital Frankfurt Clinical Center for Pediatrics and Youth Medecine Heidelberg

Oral and Maxillofacial Medicine Greifswald

Sports Hall Eggenfelden

Olga Hospital Suttgart

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MAIN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTS

Offices

Retail

Watches and Jewellery Dalus Cosmetics Shop Rosense

Head Office Solon SE Berlin Court Room Roskilde

Headquarters Benetton Germany Administration and Production Building Fiberline Middelfart

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DESIGNS TO SUIT EVERY PROJECTS

To discover all designs in detail, please refer to the linoleum collection brochure.

Marmorette0172 Papaya Orange

Lino Art Urban0555 Flashy Street Grey

Colorette0052 Oxid Grey

Lino Art Star0030 Lime Green

Uni Walton0010 Pompeji Red

Lino Art Metallic0080 Firmament Black

Linodur0056 Marble Grey

Lino Art Nature0064 Oak Brown

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