In the heart of Johannesburg's prestigious Steyn City estate, ECF was contracted to carry out specialized flooring repair work across luxury apartments. This project involved intricate remediation work, requiring the supply and reinstallation of more than 2,000 square meters of premium click vinyl flooring across both new construction areas and renovation zones.
Project Specifications
- Location: Steyn City, Fourways, Johannesburg
- Building Type: Luxury residential apartments
- Total Area: Over 2,000 m²
- Product: Finfloor Diamond Core SPC+ in Agate
- Scope: Specialized repair work, supply, and reinstallation
- Project Nature: Primarily repair and remediation across multiple units
The Challenge
This residential flooring repair project required both technical precision and careful coordination. Renovation areas were especially complex: existing planks had to be lifted and replaced while maintaining the premium quality standards expected at one of Johannesburg's most exclusive estates.
Key challenges included:
- Precision removal of old planks without damaging subfloors in occupied units
- Coordinating installations across apartments at different completion stages
- Integrating new construction areas with renovation work seamlessly
- Working within residential timelines without compromising quality standards
- Managing detailed repair and remediation work under strict specifications
Moisture Testing Complications
One of the most technically demanding elements was comprehensive moisture testing in an apartment where repair work was required. To comply with Finfloor manufacturer specifications, our team needed to confirm that subsurface moisture levels met strict tolerances before reinstallation.
This required:
- Lifting existing flooring planks at multiple points
- Taking moisture readings across numerous test locations
- Coordinating with occupants to minimize disruption during extended testing
- Identifying localized moisture risks before reinstallation
- Implementing remedial measures where tolerances were exceeded
This process was time-intensive, but it was essential to protect long-term performance and warranty compliance.
The Product
Architects specified Finfloor Diamond Core SPC+ in Agate, a premium product aligned to the estate's quality requirements.
Product Features
- Superior durability: 0.5 mm SUPER UV scratch-resistant wear layer
- Dimensional stability: 5 mm rigid SPC core with high density
- Waterproof construction: Suitable for kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas
- Premium finish: Antique wood surface with 4-sided micro-bevel
- Click system installation: Unilin Click locking profile
- Warranty support: Up to 30 years domestic / 10 years light commercial use
Our Approach
To deliver consistent outcomes across new and renovation areas, we followed a rigorous execution method:
- Comprehensive assessment: Scope each apartment for new install vs repair
- Precision removal: Lift old planks while protecting subfloors
- Critical moisture testing: Validate substrate conditions before reinstalls
- Subfloor preparation: Clean, level, and prepare to spec
- Expert installation: Install new planks for secure, gap-free fit
- Quality control: Inspect each area against site and manufacturer standards
Results
The completed project highlights the impact of combining a high-performance product with disciplined technical delivery.
- Aesthetic quality: Agate finish delivers a premium natural timber look
- Performance: Excellent resistance to scratches, impacts, and moisture
- Consistency: Renovation and new areas blend into a cohesive final finish
- Resident outcome: Flooring quality aligned with Steyn City's standard
- Maintenance: Easy cleaning and lower ongoing upkeep requirements
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Why This Project Matters
This project demonstrates ECF's capability in complex flooring repair and reinstallation environments, where moisture control, specification compliance, and sequencing are critical to final quality.
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