Retrofitting tactile surfaces onto existing floors
Tactile retrofit work begins with the existing substrate and the approved route layout. Attachment must suit the floor without creating unresolved edges or damage to concealed layers.
Selection considerations
Survey surface condition, coatings, joints and services. Confirm the selected product's bonding or fixing method. Identify thresholds and adjacent floor levels before applying a repeated layout.
Install and inspect a representative sample where appropriate. Check attachment, pattern orientation and the finished edge with the project team. Keep the route protected during application and follow the selected system's reopening instructions. Do not assume a retrofit item is suitable for every floor simply because it can be placed on top of it.
Before you specify or order
- Survey the existing floor
- Confirm attachment compatibility
- Inspect orientation and finished edges
Relevant BULDX catalogue examples
These records illustrate the product types discussed. Compare the full specifications before selecting; listing here does not establish project suitability or make the items interchangeable.
BDX-TS-DIR · Product geometry from the catalogue; a family illustration may be shared by variants. Consult the selected technical documents for dimensions and the approved fixing detail.| Product and code | Selected catalogue fields |
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BDX-TS-DIRDirectional Tactile SurfaceTactile Surfaces |
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BDX-TS-WRNWarning Tactile SurfaceTactile Surfaces |
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Common question
Does a retrofit product need no preparation?
No. Preparation depends on the floor and the selected attachment system.
References and scope
Product fields are from the BULDX catalogue. Confirm the current selected drawing, supporting performance documents and approved project detail before ordering. External references, where listed, provide background guidance and do not certify these products.