Choosing the right floor protection material can help prevent damage, reduce cleanup, and keep a project moving efficiently. Construction, renovation, painting, and moving projects can expose finished flooring to dirt, moisture, spills, foot traffic, tools, and heavy materials. The right protective paper or board provides a practical barrier between the work area and the surface underneath.
Papertec, has more than 40 years of experience in the paper and packaging industry, providing specialty paper products for a range of commercial and industrial applications. Its floor protection selection includes rosin paper, reinforced kraft paper, and heavy-duty floor construction board. Each option provides a different level of protection, allowing you to select a material based on the conditions of your project.
Different Types of Floor Protection Paper
Rosin Floor Protection Paper
Rosin floor protection paper is a practical choice for temporary, light-duty coverage. It can help protect flooring from dirt, dust, minor spills, and everyday foot traffic during construction or remodeling work.
Papertec offers both red and brown rosin paper. These products are breathable, which makes them useful for applications where moisture needs to escape from the surface. Brown rosin paper can also provide a lower risk of staining in applications where excess moisture may be present.
For short-term projects that require straightforward coverage without heavy-duty protection, rosin paper provides an economical option. Papertec can also provide custom roll sizes for specific coverage requirements.
Reinforced Kraft Floor Protection Paper
For projects that call for more durability, reinforced kraft floor protection paper provides an upgrade from standard rosin paper. Papertec’s reinforced kraft paper consists of two plies of natural kraft paper with a diamond-pattern PET scrim between them.
The reinforcement helps the paper resist tearing, including when the material becomes wet. It can also help protect flooring from water, paint, adhesives, solvents, and other materials commonly found on active jobsites.
This makes reinforced kraft floor protection paper a practical choice for projects where basic paper may not provide enough resistance to tearing or moisture. It is available in several widths and can also be supplied in custom roll sizes.
Heavy Duty Floor Construction Board
Heavy-duty floor protection paper, available from Papertec as a heavy-duty floor construction board, is suited to demanding construction environments where greater protection is required. Its thicker construction provides resistance against spills, impacts, and heavy traffic.
The board can help protect flooring from water, mud, epoxy, resin, glue, and paint. It can also withstand heavy tool drops and heavy furniture, making it a strong choice for active work areas.
Its breathable construction allows it to be used on floors that are still curing, while its ability to lay flat helps make installation more convenient. For jobs involving substantial traffic, heavy materials, or a greater risk of damage, heavy-duty floor protection paper provides a higher level of coverage.
Which Should I Use?
The best product depends on the conditions your flooring will face during the project. Consider how much traffic the area will receive, whether moisture or spills are likely, and how long the floor will need protection.
- Rosin floor protection paper: Choose this option for light-duty, temporary coverage and projects where basic protection and breathability are the main priorities.
- Reinforced kraft floor protection paper: Select reinforced kraft when you need greater tear resistance and protection from moisture, paint, adhesives, and other jobsite materials.
- Heavy-duty floor protection paper: Use heavy-duty floor construction board for active construction areas, heavy foot traffic, furniture movement, tool drops, spills, and situations requiring more durable coverage.
Selecting a material that matches the work environment can also reduce the need to replace damaged protection during the project. Papertec offers several floor protection options, so you can select coverage based on the demands of the job rather than using the same material for every application.
Protect Your Floors With the Right Paper
The right floor protection can make a practical difference throughout a construction, renovation, or remodeling project. Papertec provides rosin paper, reinforced kraft paper, and heavy-duty floor construction board for applications ranging from basic temporary coverage to demanding jobsites.
Standard sizes are available, while custom roll configurations can help accommodate specific project requirements. If you need help selecting the appropriate floor protection material, contact Papertec to discuss your application, coverage requirements, and preferred product format.
FAQ
Can floor protection paper be used on different types of flooring?
Yes. Papertec states that its reinforced kraft paper can protect all types of floor surfaces. Its floor protection products are also used across environments such as construction sites, workshops, and homes.
Can reinforced kraft floor protection paper be reused?
Yes. Reinforced kraft paper is more durable than traditional rosin or builder’s paper and is designed to be reusable. Its durability can reduce how often the protective material needs to be replaced during a project.
What sizes of floor protection paper does Papertec offer?
Papertec offers several standard roll sizes depending on the product. Reinforced kraft paper is available in 36-, 48-, and 72-inch widths, while heavy-duty floor construction board is available in 38-inch by 50-foot and 38-inch by 100-foot rolls. Custom roll sizes are also available for select products.
Is Papertec’s floor protection paper recyclable?
Papertec states that its floor protection papers are produced from recycled materials and carry FSC certification. Its red and brown rosin papers and heavy-duty floor construction board are also recyclable. The heavy-duty board can be reused when handled properly.
Why choose brown rosin paper over red rosin paper?
Brown rosin paper offers similar temporary protection while reducing the risk of staining associated with red rosin if the material becomes too wet and is not removed quickly. Papertec also notes that brown rosin is somewhat more cost-effective than red rosin.
What makes reinforced kraft paper different from standard floor protection paper?
Papertec’s reinforced kraft paper uses two plies of natural kraft paper and a heavy-duty diamond-pattern PET scrim. The scrim helps prevent tearing when the paper is wet, while the paper can absorb moisture without allowing it to bleed through to the other side.