‘2tec2,’ an innovative flooring material that perfectly compensates for the weaknesses of textile carpets—which are vulnerable to staining and lack durability—while faithfully recreating the cozy texture of fabric in its design, is taking over the carpet market.
2tec2, a subsidiary of LTA, a leading Belgian carpet manufacturer, is a company that produces the world's most innovative woven vinyl flooring, supplying products with outstanding durability and a high-end Nordic style worldwide. Manufacturing its entire process based on renewable resources, 2tec2 is the choice of world-renowned architects and designers and has been applied to the interiors of prestigious companies such as Louis Vuitton, Porsche, and Cartier.
Woven vinyl flooring is made by twisting nylon or polyester yarn using a weaving technique, with the back side bonded with fiberglass and PVC—harmless to the human body—to maintain its shape and reinforce the flooring's functionality. The tightly woven backing prevents moisture from penetrating or seeping into the floor, and harmful components such as lead and tin are not used. Depending on their form, the products are classified into roll type and tile type.
Launched in Korea by Rica Planning in 2014, 2tec2 flooring is suitable for medium-traffic use thanks to its strong durability, and its unique weaving technology lets you feel the appealing texture of fabric. 2tec2 has obtained rigorous European technical certification as flooring for public buildings, and with its high flame retardancy and sound insulation, it is used in Europe as flooring for emergency evacuation routes in the event of a fire. Above all, 2tec2 can fundamentally block the bacterial growth and static electricity caused by dust and staining, which are the drawbacks of ordinary carpets. Another advantage is that it can be cleaned with water, making maintenance easy.
Rica Planning explained, “Currently, in addition to Belgian-made 2tec2, two or three original European-made woven vinyl flooring products, along with many kinds of imitation products made in China, are being supplied in Korea,” adding, “2tec2 is the product that best expresses the texture of fabric, and it is creating an innovative flooring trend among products such as ordinary carpets and deco tiles.”
Rica Planning has primarily targeted architectural design firms and interior design firms as its sales partners, supplying products mainly to offices, hotels, and stores. Recently, cases of applying it to home renovations have been increasing thanks to its advantage of being installed without removing the existing floor. 2tec2 can be purchased directly through a dealer or the head office. In addition to woven vinyl flooring, Rica Planning specializes in European flooring materials such as carpet tiles and ceramic tiles. 02-3447-1034