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FLOORING LINE VilleroyBoch FLOORING LINE For more than 265 years VilleroyBoch products have been inspiring people to decorate their homes in accordance with their personal tastes. Now VilleroyBoch is entering a new realm by releasing a unique range of flooring products. The line includes both natural-looking decors and urbane designs. Style- and design-conscious consumers who insist on top quality will love the

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3 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM C O u N t RY 6 C ON t EM pOR a RY 18 HERI ta GE 30 C OSMOp OLI ta N 38 Decors · overview 50 t echnical information 52 Skirtings 54 Online Floor Studio 55 Environmental p roduct Declaration 57 product specification / characteristics 58 Quality on principle · Guarantee 59 The magic of a walk in the forest: we’ve captured it in clear-cut shapes and timeless decors. Our sophisticated wood-based products combine this material’s natural beauty with flawless workmanship. Our laminate floors will excite you with their warm aesthetic surfaces which are both robust and easy to clean and with the uniquely brilliant luxurious ambience they evoke.

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pRODu C t OVERVIEW · S u RF a CES 4 pROD u C t OVERVIEW Use class 32 · a C4 Panel 1380 × 193 × 8 mm Box 8 panels · 2.131 m² Pallet 56 boxes · 119.32 m² Panel 1302 × 326 × 8 mm Box 5 panels · 2.122 m² Pallet 45 boxes · 95.50 m² Use class 33 · aC5 Panel 1380 × 193 × 10 mm Box 6 panels · 1.598 m² Pallet 56 boxes · 89.49 m² Use class 33 · aC5 Panel 1375 × 188 × 12 mm Box 5 panels · 1.293 m² Pallet 56 boxes · 72.38 m² C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE. C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE. HERI ta GE INSpIRE d By TRA d ITION.

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5 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM S u RFa CES Use class 32 · a C4 Panel 1380 × 193 × 8 mm Box 8 panels · 2.131 m² Pallet 56 boxes · 119.32 m² COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. ER – genuine wood appearance due to consistence between pattern and embossing MX – deep structure embossing with typical wood matt/gloss contrast ST – distinctive stone appearance MF – matte finish

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7 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM No wood is like another. Knots and irregular grains give these decors their natural authentic look. CO u N t RY is a robust floor: its hardwearing panels evoke a rustic ambience which can also compellingly underscore sleekly modern or imaginatively bold interiors. S t ONE Oak VB 1201 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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9 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM C a S t LE Oak VB 1202 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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11 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM S a ND Oak VB 1203 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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13 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM Ga RDEN Oak VB 1204 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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15 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM B a RN Oak VB 1205 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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17 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM ME a DOW t E ak VB 1206 12 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C O u N t RY AS BEAUTIFUL AS NATURE.

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19 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM MODERN Oak VB 1001 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE. Everything in perfect balance: the classy CON t EM pOR a RY decors conjure up tasteful interiors in which refined living culture can thrive. These panels’ exquisite surfaces which perfectly replicate neatly laid solid-wood boards exude peace and constancy: floors that can continue to be enjoyed for a long long time.

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21 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM LOF t Oak VB 1002 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE.

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23 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM FLOWING Oak VB 1003 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE.

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25 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM Fa SHION CHES t N ut VB 1004 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE.

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27 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM pRESEN t CHES t N ut VB 1005 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE.

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29 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM C u RREN t O ak VB 1006 10 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove C ON t EM pOR a RY ELEGANT Am BIANcE.

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31 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM BL u E LE a F VB 801 8 mm · 1-strip · MF · V4 groove HERI ta GE INSpIRE d By TRA d ITION. The name says it all. The HERI ta GE collection boasts decors that look handmade decorated with subtle floral patterns. In the Travertine Oak and Travertine Hickory decors of the HERI ta GE collection a wood frame surrounds elegant inlaid travertine stone. And our Blue Leaf decor uniquely interprets the original VilleroyBoch “Switch” porcelain decor – its delicate leaves give rooms a natural touch.

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33 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM HERI ta GE INSpIRE d By TRA d ITION. BROWN LE a F VB 802 8 mm · 1-strip · MF · V4 groove

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35 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM HERI ta GE INSpIRE d By TRA d ITION. t Ra VER t INE O ak VB 803 8 mm · natural stone format · ST

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37 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM HERI ta GE INSpIRE d By TRA d ITION. t Ra VER t INE HIC k ORY VB 804 8 mm · natural stone format · ST

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39 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. ROY a L t E ak VB 801 V 8 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove At home in the world. C OSMO pOLI ta N is persuasive with its blend of elegance and suitability for everyday use. This collection comprises six wood looks which ideally underscore rooms’ character.

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41 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. NOCE ROM a N t IC a VB 802 V 8 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove

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43 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. t Ita N p INE VB 803 V 8 mm · 1-strip · MX · V4 groove

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45 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. O ak N atu RE VB 804 V 8 mm · 1-strip · ER · V4 groove

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47 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. CH a RLt ON p INE VB 805 V 8 mm · 1-strip · MX · V4 groove

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49 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N URBANE ch ARm. SNOW S pRu CE VB 806 V 8 mm · 1-strip · MX · V4 groove

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CON t EM pOR a RY CO u N t RY VB 1201 · STONE OAk ER VB 1204 · GARd EN OAk ER VB 1202 · c ASTLE OAk ER VB 1205 · BARN OAk ER VB 1203 · SANd O Ak ER VB 1206 · m EAd Ow TEA k ER VB 1001 · m Od ERN OAk ER VB 1004 · FASh ION ch ESTNUT ER VB 1002 · LOFT OAk ER VB 1005 · p RESENT ch ESTNUT ER VB 1003 · FLOw ING OAk ER VB 1006 · c URRENT OAk ER DECORS 50

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51 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM COSMOp OLI ta N HERI ta GE VB 801 · BLUE LEAF MF VB 802 · BROw N LEAF MF VB 803 · TRAv ERTIN OAk ST VB 804 · TRAv ERTIN h Ick ORy ST VB 801 V · ROy AL TEAk ER VB 804 V · OAk N ATURE ER VB 802 V · NOc E ROm ANTIc A ER VB 805 V · c h ARLTON pINE MX VB 803 V · TITAN pINE MX VB 806 V · SNOw Sp RUc E MX Panel shapes 1-strip natural stone format

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Clic a b c tHE CLIC-S YS t EM Installing a floor becomes child’s play: A fingertip is enough to join panels – simply unpack lay snap together and done. No effort involved – your hammer and block can stay in the tool box. • M u c h e a s i e r t o i n s t a l l . • U p t o 5 0 q u i c k e r t o i n s t a l l . • N o h a m me r t a p pi n g b l o c k a n d p u l l i n g b a r r e q u i r e d . • S a f e a n d s t a b l e . • Y o u c a n w a l k o n t he f l o o r immediately after installation. pa NEL CONS t Ru C t ION VilleroyBoch laminate consists of at least three stable layers which ensure the extraordinary durability and unique quality of VilleroyBoch floors. a t he top surface of the flooring consists of a specially resistant protective overlay film. T h i s i s f u s e d w i t h a n a t t r a c t i v e r e s i n a t e d d e c o r a t i v e f i l m i n t o a pr a c t i c a l l y a br a s i o n - pr o o f hardwearing surface. b E x t r e me l y d e n s e H D F f i b e r b o a r d f o r m s t he s up p o r t i v e c o r e H D F E 1 . c On the undersurface of the core a dampness-impeding stabilization film ensures and preserves the high structural stability of VilleroyBoch laminates. Long side Short side t ECHNIC a L INFORM at ION 52

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53 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM C LE a NING a ND C a RE t HE RIGH t B a SIS Very important is a suitable subfloor • Ol d f l oo r i ng su ch a s w ood f i r m ly- ad he r i ng P V C d r y c e r a m i c l i n o l e u m • C e me n t s c r e e d max. residual moisture: 2.0 CM • A n h y d r i t e c e me n t a n d a n h y d r i t e f l o w c e me n t screed max. residual moisture: 0.3 CM • M a g n e s i a s c r e e d max. residual moisture: 3.0 CM Once you have decided for a laminate floor when quality and appearance are a perfect fit then you need to check the requirements for perfect installation. VilleroyBoch laminate floors can be readily installed upon underfloor heating serve well and even help to save on heating costs. F LOOR HE at ING – NO p ROBLEM • B e s u r e t o he a t m i n e r a l u n d e rl a y s b e f o r e flooring installation to eliminate any excess d a mp n e s s • H a v e a he a t i n g s p e c i a l i s t i n y o u r a r e a g i v e y o u a heating report • E n s u r e t h a t d u r i n g i n s t a l l a t i o n t he s u r f a c e temperature of the floor is at least 15 °C 60 °F • F o r d a mpn e s s i n s u l a t i o n a n d a s a v a p o r b a r- r i e r u s e a PE f i l m 0 . 2 m m u n d e rl a y me n t VilleroyBoch floors are not only hygienic but also very easy to look after. • S w e e p t he d r y f l o o r w i t h a s o f t br o o m o r u s e a v a c u u m c l e a n e r • M a rk s a n d d i r t c a n b e w i p e d o f f w i t h a s l i g h t l y d a mp c l o t h following the grain of the plank • F o r s t u b b o r n m a rk s p l e a s e u s e l a m i n a t e c l e a n e r • P l e a s e u s e f e l t p a d s u n d e r f u r n i t u r e a n d s o f t r u b b e r c a s t o r s o n c h a i r s • P l a c e d o o r m a t s i n s p e c i a l a r e a s h a l l e n t r a n c e . I n i n d u s t r i a l b u i l d i n g s provide footwells • M i n o r d a m a g e t o t he f l o o r c a n e a s i l y b e r e p a i r e d w i t h a l a m i n a t e r e p a i r k i t . I n c a s e o f mo r e s e r i o u s d a m a g e p l e a s e c o n s u l t a s p e c i a l i s t • F o r s o u n d a b s o r p t i o n y o u c a n u s e PE foam or an underlay mat • A t t he b e g i n n i n g o f e a c h he a t i n g p e r i o d w he n y o u f i r s t t u r n o n t he u n d e r f l o o r he a t i n g raise the temperature gradually in 5 °C 9 °F increments per day until you reach the desired temperature. t he floor’s surface temperature should not exceed 26 °C 80 °F Have a screed specialist in your area give you a residual moisture report F l o o r s i n w e t r o o m s / d a mp r o o m s s a u n a s carpeting and xylolith are not suitable subfloors. T he s u b f l o o r m u s t b e d r y l e v e l f i r m l y a f f i x e d and clean. Minor unevenness can be compen - sated with an underlay mat or – if exceeding 3 mm/m – sanded down or leveled with a filler.

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• S k i r t i n g s 1 6 × 8 5 × 2 5 0 0 m m 9 pcs/box • C l i p s b o lt s s c r e w s 50 pcs/box S k IRt INGS Our skirtings blend perfectly with all decors. Thanks to the invisible clipholder system they are installed in a trice. And the integrated trunking device helps you to get TV and audio cables out of the way. S k IRt INGS · ONLINE FLOOR S tu DIO 54

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55 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM ONLINE FLOOR S tu DIO Experience the effect of differing woods ornamentation wall and furniture colours in an accurate representation of any room. The online floor studio is the ultimate tool for both end user and salesman. Colour selector With one mouse click you can select the appropriate shade and tone from our whole collection. Additional selection criteria t hese offer the perfect opportunity to narrow down your search for the perfect laminate. Y o u c a n s e l e c t f r o m v a r i o u s q u a l i t i e s l i k e c o l l e c t i o n d e c o r n u m b e r o r p a n e l t h i c k n e s s . Surface view a llows you to view elements from both head-on and in perspective. Notes Gives you the opportunity to get extra information about any of our products simply and conveniently. The link function W i t h t he l i n k f u n c t i o n y o u c a n p u t y o u r i d e a s b e f o r e c u s t o me r s s up p l i e r s users and planners.

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57 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM W e h a v e a c l e a rl y d e f i n e d g o a l : w e w a n t y o u us and future generations to be able to enjoy l i v i n g i n g o o d he a l t h o n o u r u n i q u e b l u e p l a n e t tomorrow as well. We are therefore continuing to develop eco-friendly wood-based materials which are healthy for you and the environment alike. Ou R E NVIRONMEN ta L pROD u Ct D ECL a Rat ION In order for environmental product balance s he e t s t o b e me a n i n g f u l t he y m u s t b e o b j e c- tively comparable. So to let our customers easily understand and contrast our lifecycle analyses and environmental product data with those o f o t he r m a t e r i a l s w e h a v e f i r m l y c o m m i t t e d t he only way to master major challenges is for all players to pull on one rope. One of the biggest and most urgent tasks facing humanity today is to protect the environment. ‘t ogether we are strong’ – this statement also applies to achieving the sustainability goals we have set ourselves. in a format which was developed on the basis of internationally valid ISO standards in close colla boration with building and environmental authorities in Germany. WE S ta ND FOR ECOLOGY WE H a VE BIG p La NS a ll of our staff are involved in protecting the environment on a day-to-day basis. Each and e v e r y o n e o f t he m i s a p pr o pr i a t e l y i n f o r me d instructed and trained. t his ensures that every department has the environmental expertise it re q u i re s . ourselves to a policy of total product transpar- ency. We openly and voluntarily communicate the ecological balance sheets of our wood-based products in our Environmental p roduct Declara - t i o n s E P D s . E a c h E P D i s i s s u e d b y t he I n s t i- t u t e C o n s t r u c t i o n a n d E n v i r o n me n t e . V . I B U O u r E n v i r o n me n t a l P r o d u c t D e c l a r a t i o n s E P D s a r e g l o b a l l y a c k n o w l e d g e d a n d a c c e p t e d T y p e I I I e n v i r o n me n t a l l a b e l s c o n f o r m i n g t o I S O 1 4 0 2 5 . We use our ‘management for the earth’ pro- gramme to raise the level of environmental awareness in the entire VilleroyBoch team. Our environmental management efforts focus on achieving the eco-efficiency defined in our corporate objectives. Every product that leaves our factory must exhibit both excellent price/performance and superb environmental compatibility. t his starts with the exclusive use o f l e g a l c e r t i f i e d r a w m a t e r i a l s f r o m s u s t a i n- a b l y m a n a g e d f o r e s t s c o n t i n u e s w i t h r i g o r o u s l y mo n i t o r e d pr o d u c t i o n a n d i s a l s o e n s u r e d d u r- i n g s u b s e q u e n t u t i l i s a t i o n a n d u l t i m a t e d i s p o s a l of our products. Right now we are preparing E pDs for all of our laminate floorings to facilitate direct com- parison and checking of their environmental benefits.

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pRODu C t S pECIFIC at IONS · G ua Ra N t EE 58 pROD u C t S pECIFIC at IONS IN t ERIORS t O ENJOY Leading-edge materials extraordinary shapes and astonishing designs: all of our innovations stress functional design stunning aesthetics and eco-friendliness. v illeroyBoch floors are • l o w - ma i n t e n a n c e a n d h a r d - w e a r i n g • f l a m e r e s i s t a n t • l a r g e l y r e s i s t a n t t o c i g a r e t t e b u r n s • n o n - f a d i n g a n d r e t a i n t h e i r b r i l l i a n c e ov e r m a n y y e a r s • r ug g e d l o a d a n d i m p a c t - r e s i s t a n t • a b r a si o n - r e sist a n t • pr o d u c e d f r o m n a t u r a l s u s t a i n a b l e r a w ma t e r i a ls • c o m f o r t a b l e u n de r f oo t • w e l l s u i t e d f o r i n s t a l l a t i o n ov e r s u b f l oo r h e a t i n g • st ai n- r e sist an t Test Characteristics Test Method Formaldehyde emission 0.05 ppm EN 717-1 S u r f a c e s t a i n r e s i s t a n c e G r a d e 5 n o v i s i b l e c h a n g e s t o s u r f a c e EN 4 3 8 - 2 1 5 Lightfastness ≥ Level 6 Blue Wool Scale EN ISO 105-B02 ≥ Level 4 Grey Scale EN 20 105-A02 R e s i s t a n c e t o c i g a r e t t e e m b e r s G r a d e 4 n o v i s i b l e c h a n g e s t o s u r f a c e EN 4 3 8 - 2 1 8 F i r e r e s i s t a n c e I g n i t e s w i t h d i f f i c u l t y a t l e a s t C fl -s1 EN 13501-1 Height difference a verage: ≤ 0.10 mm EN 13329 between connected elements max: ≤ 0.15 mm E d g e s t r a i g h t n e s s b e n d ≤ 0 . 3 m m / m EN 13329 Openings between a verage: ≤ 0.15 mm EN 13329 connected elements max: ≤ 0.20 mm Static indentation 0.01 mm – no visible changes EN 433 Impression in test with straight steel cylinder of 11.3 mm diameter Manufacture and product control are in accordance with DIN EN 13329. t he right to technical modifications is reserved. a s of 01-2013.

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59 WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM VilleroyBoch provides buyers in addition to t he u n e n c u m b e r e d g u a r a n t e e u n d e r l a w a n additional guarantee covering the abrasion resistance of the floor’s surface. It extends from the date of purchase and covers the products as follows: Co NdiTio NS oF g UARANTEE VilleroyBoch laminate panels must be checked before and during installation for any defects. No liability is accepted for laminate flooring installed despite visible defects. VilleroyBoch laminate floors must be installed pr o p e rl y a c c o r d i n g t o t he i n s t r u c t i o n s i n a d r y r o o m a n d i n a c c o r d a n c e w i t h t he r e s p e c t i v e u s e class. No liability is accepted for laminate floors installed in damp rooms. a brasion areas on laminate floors must be clearly visible and at least 1 cm² in size. a nd in particular the design layer must be completely abraded. No liability is accepted for abrasion on the edges of the elements or for unusual or im- pr o p e r u s e a n d i n p a r t i c u l a r f o r d a m a g e c a u s e d by mechanical stress. Validity of guarantee is dependent on regular cleaning and maintenance of VilleroyBoch floors as described in the care instructions. Claims under guarantee are valid only if submit - ted within 30 days of ascertaining damage and accompanied by the original receipt from the r e t a i l e r . I n i n v e s t i g a t i n g a g u a r a n t e e c l a i m w e r e t a i n t he r i g h t t o e x a m i n e t he f l o o r i n q u e s t i o n on site. oUR g UARANTEE I n c a s e s f a l l i n g u n d e r g u a r a n t e e w e w i l l d e l i v e r a replacement for the damaged element. If the f l o o r i n g i n q u e s t i o n i s n o l o n g e r a v a i l a b l e t he n t he b u y e r c a n c ho o s e a r e p l a c e me n t o f e q u a l value from the current VilleroyBoch product line. S i n c e a n a n n u a l 1 0 d e pr e c i a t i o n i n t he v a l u e o f l a m i n a t e s c a n b e a s s u me d d e l i v e r y o f a c o mp e n- sation pro duct is dependent on payment of the appropriate difference by the buyer. N o l i a bi l i t y i s a c c e p t e d f o r f u r t he r d a m a g e s e s p e c i a l l y c o n s e q u e n t i a l d a m a g e s s u c h a s t ho s e i n c u r r e d d u r i n g i n s t a l l a t i o n o r r e mo v a l o r transport costs for damaged VilleroyBoch laminate floors. Qua LIt Y ON pRINCI pLE Not only do VilleroyBoch floors meet the prescribed norms they consistently exceed them. This is possible because VilleroyBoch floors are produced fully integrated from the tree to the finished panel and pass through extensive testing and measuring facilities. For this reason guarantees can be given on VilleroyBoch floors which go far beyond warranties under law. g uarantee period • P r i v a t e u s e : 3 0 y e a r s • C o m me r c i a l u s e : 8 y e a r s according to manufacturer’s conditions

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VILLEROYBOCH Swiss Krono Group Haldenstrasse 12 CH-6006 Luzern / Switzerland info4foors.villeroy-boch.com VilleroyBoch is a registered trademark of the VilleroyBoch a G WWW.FLOORS.VILLEROY-BOCH.COM Your sales consultant: