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AQUASTOP - WATER RESISTANT
LAMINATE

Aquastop laminate is all about making life a little less troublesome when accidents
happen. We all understand that in our fast paced and hectic lives the unexpected
does happen in our home or office environments: from pet accidents to appliance
malfunctions and just every day spills, Aquastop laminate is designed to make these
events a lot more manageable.

Aquastop is produced by the Swiss Krono Group, one of the world’s largest
and most respected laminate manufacturers. Aquastop is an innovative laminate
technology that delivers a unique set of qualities that is engineered to inhibit
moisture ingress from topical liquid spills, water and pet accidents. With your ‘Peace
of Mind’ as a central focus, the 8 & 12mm range allows for moisture exposure for
up to 48 hours and the 14mm range presents with 72 hour protection. These time
frames will certainly help if the unexpected does happen.
Note: Refer specific install requirements for bathrooms and laundry.

Aquastop laminate is produced to strict world class European standards allowing

for healthy living, emissions are the same as you would expect from timber in its
natural state. It poses no health risks and makes it highly suitable for young children
who spend a lot of time in contact with the floor. In addition its superior abrasion
cl. Ac5/33 scratch and impact resistance make it an ideal choice where pets are
involved. Swiss Krono laminate products are produced from 100% natural materials
with timber sourced from FSC certified forest resources.

Aquastop laminate for Swiss precision, reliability and performance.

PRODUCT STRUCTURE

High resistance overlay

Decorative paper

High density fibreboard HDF + Aquastop

High value back paper

Suitable for Suitable for Suitable for Suitable for Suitable for Suitable for Suitable for
kitchens bedrooms living rooms dining office spaces hotels shops

Suitable for Suitable for Scratch Colour-fast Valinge 5G Antistatic V Groove

bathrooms laundry resistant Click System

Front Cover: ZERMATT

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INTRODUCING THE NEW
AUSTRALIAN TIMBER RANGE
Swiss made and now featuring two of Australia’s most popular timber choices,
Blackbutt and Spotted Gum. Our exclusive Swiss Krono Australian laminate timber
range now includes Blackbutt and Spotted Gum, these great colours complement our
existing range of Oak and contemporary décors.

With 10 unique visual repeats the finished installation will provide all the warmth and
character expected from these two highly sought after timber colours. The Australian
Timber décors are available in two thickness ranges: 8mm in 1380mm planks and
1845mm Long Planks for the 12mm range.

Australian timber décors and renowned Swiss precision, what more could you ask for?

Blackbutt Spotted Gum

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 DETAILS
THAT MATTER
E Australian timber & on-trend décors.
E Wide plank & long plank formats.
E 1 in 10 visual repeats.
E Super durable, child & pet friendly.
E Suitable for all internal areas.
E Ok for wet mop cleaning.
E 100% natural materials, mainly wood.
E Suitable for in-slab hydronic heating.
HELSINKI

SPOTTED GUM

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LUGANO

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 ENGINEERED FOR QUALITY

• 48 & 72hr water resistant technology.

• A
 C4 & AC5, superior abrasion, scratch &
impact resistant.
• Colourfast (anti-fade) & anti-static.
• Innovative décors, realistic embossing.
• Healthy, child & pet friendly, E1 emission level.
• H
 igh density fibreboard (HDF) core for
durability & strength.
• S
 uitable for residential & commercial
applications.
• Patented Valinge 5G click for easy install.
• Australian slip & fire test certified.

AC4 - 8mm: 25 Year Limited Structural Warranty,

2 Year Limited Commercial Warranty
AC5 - 12mm: 25 Year Limited Structural Warranty,
5 Year Limited Commercial Warranty
AC5 - 14mm: 35 Year Limited Structural Warranty,
5 Year Limited Commercial Warranty

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NATURAL OAK BROWN

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 BLACKBUTT

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BEACH

AQUASTOP
LAMINATE,
PERFECT IN
ANY SETTING.

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 8mm AC4 V4 MICRO BEVEL
Swiss Krono 8mm Aquastop is engineered to withstand topical moisture such as everyday
household spills for at least 48 hours. Still, if detected promptly remove all liquid spills,
including pet urine and never flood the floor with water. As with all wood based products, even
Swiss Krono Aquastop with its increased moisture resistance will react to the moisture in the
environment and as a result will expand or contract accordingly. Although it has been designed
for improved performance against water/moisture ingress it is not waterproof and excessive
wetting is to be avoided. Do not use Steam Mops.

1 size - 8mm thickness 1380 mm

D8011

193 mm
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KA8 – Strassbourg

D3180

KA8 – Lugano Oak

8mm
D3033

KA8 – Zermatt

D8013

KA8 – Helsinki

D3783

KA8 – Montreux

D2597

KA8 – Dublin

D2023

KA8 – Bourbon

LUGANO OAK

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 1 size - 8mm thickness 1380 mm

4936PM

193 mm
KA8 – Brooklyn

D2413

KA8 – Limed Oak

4938PM

KA8 – Majestic

4935PM

KA8 – Manhattan

4930PM

KA8 – Natural Oak Classic

4932PM

KA8 – Natural Oak Grey

D3044

KA8 – Rift

1 size - 8mm thickness 1380 mm

4013NM
193 mm

KA8 – Blackbutt

NEW
4012NM

AUSTRALIAN
TIMBER KA8 – Spotted Gum

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 12mm AC5 V4 MICRO BEVEL
Swiss Krono 12mm Aquastop is engineered to withstand topical moisture such as everyday
household spills for at least 48 hours. Still, if detected promptly remove all liquid spills,
including pet urine and never flood the floor with water. As with all wood based products, even
Swiss Krono Aquastop with its increased moisture resistance will react to the moisture in the
environment and as a result will expand or contract accordingly. Although it has been designed
for improved performance against water/moisture ingress it is not waterproof and excessive
wetting is to be avoided. Do not use Steam Mops.

1 size - 12mm thickness 1380 mm

D4196

193 mm
KA12 – Sand

D4202

KA12 – Interlaken
12mm
D4193

KA12 – Tan

D3033

KA12 – Zermatt

D3032

KA12 – Verbier

D2025

KA12 – Leysin

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ZERMATT

1 size - 12mm thickness 1380 mm

D3030

193 mm
KA12 – Arosa

4931PM

KA12 – Natural Oak Brown

3953CA

KA12 – Platinum

4934PM

KA12 – Queens

1 size - 12mm thickness 1845 mm

4013NM
193 mm

KA12 – Blackbutt

NEW 4012NM

AUSTRALIAN
TIMBER KA12 – Spotted Gum

12mm long plank size only available in Blackbutt & Spotted Gum
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 14mm AC5 V4 MICRO BEVEL
Swiss Krono 14mm Aquastop is engineered to withstand topical moisture such as everyday
household spills for at least 72 hours. Still, if detected promptly remove all liquid spills,
including pet urine and never flood the floor with water. As with all wood based products, even
Swiss Krono Aquastop with its increased moisture resistance will react to the moisture in the
environment and as a result will expand or contract accordingly. Although it has been designed
for improved performance against water/moisture ingress it is not waterproof and excessive
wetting is to be voided. Do not use Steam Mops.

1 size - 14mm thickness 2025 mm

D4494

35

244 mm
KA14 – Snow

D4496

14mm

KA14 – Rock

D4498

KA14 – Moon

D4495

KA14 – Sunshine

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 1 size - 14mm thickness 2025 mm

D4492

244 mm
KA14 – Beach

D4493

KA14 – Sunset

D4497

KA14 – Terra

D4499

KA14 – Volcano

MANHATTAN

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CARE & INSTALL

Installation in Bathrooms & Wet Areas saves not only time and money, but also eliminates the
use of chemicals in the household.
To maximise the water resistant performance of Although laminate floors are highly resistant, they are
AQUASTOP laminate the following installation method not indestructible. The following simple precautions will
must be followed in any area that could be subject to help protect the laminate floor from scratches and other
moisture, such as bathrooms or laundry areas. You damage:
must seal the locking mechanisms at the junction where
the click profiles join as you install the laminate flooring. ● Use dirt & grit absorbing mats in the entrance area
You can buy a laminate floor sealant (Dunlop Click ● Quickly remove all dirt, sand, grit, and other foreign
Seal) at most home improvement stores. In addition, bodies with regular cleaning
a mould resistant waterproof silicon sealant should be ● Fit furniture, and especially chairs with felt pads
used to completely fill all of the expansion joints around ● Immediately wipe up spilled liquids
the perimeter of the wet area floor. This will prevent ● Use office chairs with soft casters or on protective mats
water moving from the floor surface to the underside of
the planks which could cause the floor to fail. The wet Regular Cleaning
area floor should not be joined to a floor surface in an
adjoining room. The wet area should be terminated with a Aquastop can be cleaned with a wet mop. We
transition trim and sealed appropriately. These additional recommend the use of a vacuum cleaner, soft bristle
instructions only apply for wet area locations. broom or a dust mop for regular cleaning. If necessary,
the floor may be cleaned with a wet mop, avoid using too
Care & Maintenance much water. Do not pour liquid directly on the floor or use
an excessively wet mop that will leave a puddle of water
AQUASTOP laminate floors are very easy to care for standing on the floor. Avoid using regular household
without the need for specialised cleaning agents nor any cleaners or scouring pads as they are abrasive and will
subsequent treatment after installation. A vacuum cleaner damage your floor. Do not use Steam Mops under any
or the occasional moist mop is perfectly adequate. This circumstance.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CHARACTERISTICS

Attractive Ecological
Available in Australian Timber and authentic Produced at the most modern, environment-
Oak colour tones from light to dark and friendly production facility of its kind.
individual, distinguished planks. A floor of
timeless beauty to enrich any interior. Resilient
Superior abrasion, scratch & impact resistance
Innovative as well as colourfast (anti-fade) & anti-static
Looks and feels like a precious hardwood floor properties.
– unrivalled in depth and precision of how
the structure meets perfectly with the decor. Affordable
Produced with the latest embossing technology. Unbeatable Price vs Performance ratio
Micro-bevel edges for enhanced wide plank compared to traditional hardwood floors. Great
visual. value for money with long-term cost savings
making it the ideal choice for your flooring
Healthy solution. It’s a low maintenance and easy to
Produced to strict world class standards. For care flooring, there is no need to wax or polish
healthy living, emissions of vapours are the and it will stay looking like the day you installed
same as you would expect from wood in its it for many years to come.
natural state.

USE (FLOOR-COVERING INSIDE BUILDINGS MIN. REQUIREMENTS)

Domestic Levels of use

Moderate General Heavy

AC 1 / Cl. 21 AC 2 / Cl. 22 AC 3 / Cl. 23

Bed-, guest rooms Living-, dining rooms Kitchen,
entrance halls

Commercial Levels of use TECHNICAL

CLASSIFICATION
Moderate General Heavy
Laminate floor covering
according to EN 13329 and
EN 14041 High Density
AC 3 / Cl. 31 AC 4 / Cl. 32 AC 5 / Cl. 33 Fibreboard (HDF) E1 DoP
Hotel rooms, Offices, boutiques Stores, corridors KCH_LFa_002
small offices

CERTIFICATION
Certification of Origin of Swiss Wood

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The «Certification of Origin of Swiss Wood» guarantees the Swiss origin

of the wood used. It communicates the values positively connected with
Switzerland towards its forests, their characteristics and processing me-
thods. It also makes a firm statement about the important environmental
issues and the general high standard of conditions surrounding the susta-
inability and use of Swiss Wood. All wood, which grows in Swiss forests
and is processed in Switzerland or in the principality of Liechtenstein, is
eligible to use the Swiss Origin logo. Although at least 70% of the wood
must come from Switzerland, for products that require mixed sources of
wood, it is possible for some of the wood (max 30%) to come from sour-
ces outside of Switzerland. However this is only permissible if the wood
comes from comparable forestry/production regions, and is equipped
with a fully traceable, controlled certification of origin. The utilization of
the logo is available to all companies in the wood industry and associated

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business . However, a prerequisite to using this logo, is a fully documen-
ted system of inspection, and complete traceability through all process of
the business. For more information please go to

www.lignum.ch
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