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F. Ball and Co. Ltd. is the UK’s leading manufacturer of floor preparation products and flooring adhesives. Founded in 1886, the company remains family-owned and has built its success on a continual approach to research and product development. This has resulted in a market leading product range, carefully matched to the requirements of flooring professionals throughout the world.
F Ball helps resolve subfloor failure to deliver high-performance sports hall finish
TECHNICAL support and subfloor preparation products provided by F Ball and Co helped contractors from...
Preparing raised access panels for durable, high-quality installations
FLOORING contractors who undertake installations in office environments will likely be familiar with working over...
Flooded floors
John shares a fast-track solution for installing floorcoverings as part of a refurbishment.
USING a real-life...
F Ball products deliver high-performance flooring solution for £18M entertainment complex
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co’s System LVT Range have been used to install floorcoverings...
F Ball launches Styccobond F73 PLUS: High-performance adhesive
F BALL and Co’s new Styccobond F73 PLUS adhesive for internal and external heavy-duty applications...
F BALL launches Stopgap 300: Heavy-duty smoothing compound for high-traffic and biologically sensitive areas
F BALL’s Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound is suitable for use in areas that will...
Dealing with damage and damp
Using a real-life example of advice provided by F Ball’s technical service team on the...
Smoothing subfloors before applying a waterproof surface membrane
John Green elaborates on situations where it’s beneficial to apply a smoothing compound before a...
F Ball’s Styccobond F3 adhesive creates seamless surfaces at europe’s largest crazy golf centre
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3, said by the company to be the UK’s most...
The benefits of F Ball’s rewards programme
F BALL’s Ball Rewards customer loyalty programme is free to join and rewards members with...
STYCCOBOND F44: The ultimate solvent-free adhesive for vinyl, textile, and marine flooring installations
STYCCOBOND F44 is a solvent-free acrylic emulsion adhesive for the installation of a wide range...
F Ball’s rapid-setting compound restores historic nelson staircase at Somerset house
F BALL and Co’s ‘rapid-setting, ultra-smooth floor finishing compound has delivered a fast-track solution’ for...
Adhesives for vertical flooring accessories
John Green advises on adhesives for installing vertical flooring accessories, including new alternatives to traditional...
Dealing with lignite
Using a real-life example of advice provided by F Ball’s technical service team, Andy elaborates...
F Ball: We’re creating more apprenticeship opportunities
F BALL and Co has recruited a further two STEM apprentices into the business, following...
F.Ball’s rewards scheme
F. Ball’s Ball Rewards customer loyalty programme is free to join and rewards members with...
F Ball’s Stopgap 1400 delivers seamless finish at Carew Academy
F BALL and Co’s new high flow, two-component smoothing compound, Stopgap 1400, has reportedly delivered...
F Ball Styccobond F41: A high-performance carpet tile tackifier
F BALL and Co says its Styccobond F41 carpet tile tackifier provides a permanently tacky...
Knockout installation delivered at Leeds Gym
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co, including Styccobond F3 and Styccobond F44 adhesives, have delivered...
Dealing with age
Chris McQuade relays project-based guidance on overcoming anticipated challenges when undertaking flooring installations in old...
New F. Ball Smoothing Compound Provides Class Finish
F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s new high flow, two-component smoothing compound, Stopgap 1400, has delivered...
Adhesives for vertical flooring accessories
F. Ball and Co. Ltd. technical service officer John Green advises on adhesives for installing...
The benefits of Styccobond F44
Styccobond F44 is a solvent-free acrylic emulsion adhesive for the installation of a wide range...
F. Ball takes floors up a step at Somerset House
F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s rapid-setting, ultra-smooth floor finishing compound has delivered a fast-track solution...
F. Ball takes floors up a step at Somerset House
F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s rapid-setting, ultra-smooth floor finishing compound has delivered a fast-track solution...
‘High expectations met’ in contemporary installation in Bromsgrove
PRODUCTS from F Ball’s System LVT range, including the company’s Stopgap 700 and Stopgap 1200...
F Ball launches RAG 2025
F BALL and Co has unveiled the latest print edition of its Recommended Adhesives Guide...
Raising the level
John elaborates on solutions for situations where floor levels need raising quickly and easily.
THERE’s a...
F Ball’s Stopgap 1600: Fast-drying smoothing compound
F BALL’s Stopgap 1600 ‘fast-drying, fibre-reinforced smoothing compound is formulated specifically to encapsulate underfloor heating...
F Ball & Co supports refurbishment of Plymouth College of Art with high-performance flooring solutions
‘HIGH performance floor preparation products and adhesives’ from F Ball and Co have been used...
F BALL and Co supplies distributors with a wide range of support material
F BALL and Co says it supplies distributors with a wide range of support materials...
Adhesives innovations
Stephen Boulton talks through some of the latest innovations in adhesives technology which are facilitating...
F Ball on show at Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe
F BALL and Co will showcase its range of products for creating flawless flooring installations...
Protecting wood floors: Moisture management solutions from F Ball
WOOD floorcoverings are particularly susceptible to damage from excess subfloor moisture. Residual construction moisture or...
Get F. Ball’s free RAG app
The mobile app version of F. Ball’s Recommended Adhesives Guide (RAG®) has emerged as the...
Time-saving innovation revitalises children’s ward floors at Derbyshire hospital with F Ball
F BALL and Co’s high-performance water-mix smoothing compound, Stopgap 1500, has been used alongside the...
New smoothing compound ‘provides A* finish’
F BALL and Co’s new high-flow, two-component smoothing compound, Stopgap 1400, has reportedly delivered a...
How to claim cashback
Karl Brannigan on how to claim cashback on all purchases of the company’s products.
NOW more...
F Ball provides moisture management for wood flooring installations
Wood floorcoverings are particularly susceptible to damage from excess subfloor moisture. Residual construction moisture or...
Get F. Ball’s free RAG app
Flooring contractors can download the RAG app for free from the Apple App store or...
F. Ball at Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe
F. Ball and Co. Ltd. will showcase its range of products for creating flawless flooring...
The F Ball recycling scheme provides contractors with free service
THE F Ball recycling scheme provides locations across the country where flooring contractors can deposit...
Fast-Track flooring solutions for social housing
FLOORING installations in social housing settings often face pressure to be completed as quickly as...
F Ball introduces Styccobond F73 PLUS: A next-gen, moisture-curing adhesive for heavy-duty flooring
RUBBER floorcoverings are a popular choice for heavy-duty flooring installations, including in outdoor and transitional...
Expert tips for installing carpet tiles over raised access flooring in commercial spaces
CARPET tiles over raised access flooring is a common flooring combination in commercial environments. However,...
Money-saving expert
Neil Sanders provides ways to save money without compromising on installation quality.
WITH inflation having a...
New F. Ball smoothing compound provides A* finish
F. Ball and Co. Ltd.’s new high flow, two-component smoothing compound, Stopgap 1400, has delivered...
F Ball’s System LVT range:‘Optimum results, guaranteed’
GIVEN the premium associated with LVTs and customers’ high expectations for finished results, it’s useful...
John Green relays a timesaving solution for preparing chipboard subfloorsChipboard challenge
CONTINUING the format of recent technical advice articles drawing on real-life situations where F Ball’s...
F Ball adds Stopgap 1500 to marine-approved products
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 1500 high performance, water-mix smoothing compound has been added to...
F Ball’s products work together to ensure subfloors are prepared correctly
Carpet tiles over raised access flooring is a common flooring combination in commercial environments. However, this type of project requires...
F Ball appoints new technical representative
F BALL and Co has appointed Kyle Malcolm as technical representative for eastern England.As one...
F Ball’s Alan McEwan appointed CFA president
ALAN McEwan, F Ball and Co technical representative for Scotland, has been appointed president of...
F Ball products deliver smooth finish for showroom and warehouse refurbishment
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co, the UK manufacturer of flooring adhesives and floor preparation...
F Ball’s Styccobond F3: Over 50 years with new features and iconic design update
F BALL and Co’s Styccobond F3 is a water-based rubber/resin flooring adhesive, which is suitable...
F Ball’s new Stopgap 1400 smoothing compound streamlines vinyl flooring installation at Schoolblazer HQ
ADHESIVES from F Ball and Co, along with the company’s new ‘fast-setting, high-flow, two-component smoothing...
F Ball unveils new yellow bucket designs
F BALL and Co has refreshed the visual designs of what it describes as its...
F Ball highlights durable, high-performance floor solutions for heavy-duty industrial and exterior applications
FOR industrial applications where floorcoverings aren’t required, rapid setting, industrial grade self-smoothing wearing surface compounds,...
Dealing with weak or friable screeds
Andy Mees shares advice provided by the company’s technical service department on subfloor preparation when...
F Ball and Co doubles down on renewables
F BALL and Co has doubled the amount of energy it generates from renewable sources...
Ensuring safe and hygienic flooring installations in nursing and care homes
FLOORING installations in nursing and care homes require special considerations to help support elderly residents...
F Ball’s recommended adhesives guide ensures effortless compatibility for floorcoverings and adhesives
As well as basing adhesive selection on the specifics of a particular project, including features...
Choosing the optimum smoothing compound
Neil Sanders expands on why the application of a suitable floor smoothing compound helps ensure...
F Ball training officer achieves top accreditation
F BALL and Co training officer, Steve Lane, has joined an elite group of UK...
F Ball and Co launches new smoothing compound
F BALL and Co has drawn on the latest cement formulation technology to create a...
Fast-track subfloor preparation products for quick, durable installations in educational settings
FLOORING contractors installing floorcoverings in schools, colleges and universities often face severe time constraints, frequently...
Double appointment at F Ball
F BALL and Co has announced two senior appointments to its managerial team.Karl Brannigan has...
Dealing with uncommon subfloor types
Chris McQuade advises on identifying and working over less familiar types of subfloor.
REGULAR readers of...
F Ball and Co unveils new website
F BALL and Co says it’s completely redesigned and relaunched its website to faster connect...
F Ball SHEQ manager wins top adhesives accolade
F BALL and Co’s safety, health, environment and quality assurance (SHEQ) manager Jenny Barnett has...
F BALL provides systems for wood floorcovering installations
WHEN installing wood floorcoverings, contractors should follow the same principles of floorcovering installation while bearing...
Historic South Stack Lighthouse revitalised with F Ball flooring products
THE history of a 200-year-old lighthouse has been brought to life with a little help...
F Ball products ensure high-performance flooring in Nottingham central library
F BALL products, including dual-purpose Stopgap Fill and Prime thixotropic primer and Stopgap 1200 smoothing...
F Ball’s subfloor preparation products utilised in major London housing development
SUBFLOOR preparation products from F Ball and Co, the manufacturer of flooring adhesives and subfloor...
Choosing the right adhesive for vinyl flooring: Pressure-sensitive options
WHILE wet-lay adhesives are suitable where vinyl sheet is being installed, pressure-sensitive adhesives are often...
Guide to exterior flooring installations
Neil Sanders offers product recommendations to achieve optimum results at each stage of a professional...
F BALL and Co introduces Styccobond F73 PLUS: The ultimate adhesive solution for heavy-duty entrance matting
F BALL and Co’s new Styccobond F73 PLUS adhesive for internal and external heavy-duty applications...
Flooring installations in damp and humid environments
Neil Sanders discusses the variables to consider when determining how to ensure long-lasting resilient flooring...
Member event at f ball – February 2024
In February the CFA held a member event kindly hosted by F Ball & Co...
F Ball named top apprentice employer
F BALL and Co has been recognised for supporting young people at the beginning of...
Installations in marine and offshore environments
John Green advises on ensuring compliance while achieving a high-performance, aesthetically pleasing flooring finish.
WHEN installing...
Regent’s Park rehearsal studios shine with F Ball’s Stopgap 700 and Styccobond F3
DESIGNED for use over flexible subfloors, F Ball and Co’s Stopgap 700 smoothing compound and...
Key considerations for installing floorcoverings over raised access flooring
RAISED access flooring is often found in commercial environments and is a useful option in...
Darren Kenyon named F Ball managing director
F BALL and Co has announced the appointment of Darren Kenyon to the role of...
The importance of adhesive selection
Neil Sanders on the importance of carefully considering adhesive selection when installing LVTs, including checking...
F BALL introduces Stopgap 300: Heavy-duty smoothing compound ideal for high-traffic healthcare settings
F BALL’s Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound is suitable for use in areas that will...
Dealing with lignite
Using a real-life example of advice provided by F Ball’s technical service team on the
best...
F Ball and Co’s Stopgap SRS offers cost-effective solution for weak and friable screeds
When preparing to install floorcoverings, contractors sometimes discover that the concrete or sand and cement...
F Ball and Co products facilitate remarkable transformation of Treggudick Manor into english spirit distillery
PRODUCTS from F Ball and Co, including the company’s Styccobond F48 PLUS fibre-reinforced high temperature...
Accessing training courses in LVT
Tim Green explains the role of training in LVT and how to access courses.
GIVEN the...
F BALL and Co introduces Stycco Flex: The ultimate rapid-curing, flexible adhesive for flooring and construction industries
F BALL and Co’s ‘market-leading, rapid-curing, flexible adhesive’, Stycco Flex, is known for its ability...
F BALL supports Ramsgate FC’s community initiatives with flooring products donation
F BALL has continued its support of grassroots and lower league football clubs that aim...
The benefits of F Ball’s rewards programme
F BALL’s Ball Rewards customer rewards programme is free to join and rewards members with...
Channel 4 News Studios in Leeds gets a durable flooring upgrade using F Ball’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 300 smoothing compound has been used to create a hardwearing...
F BALL launches innovative fast-drying smoothing compound for underfloor heating systems
WHEN working over retrofit electrical wired or water-fed underfloor heating systems that are increasingly installed...
F Ball and Co’s Stopgap ensures precision subfloor preparation for Harlequin dance floor
F BALL and Co’s Stopgap 300 heavy-duty smoothing compound and Stopgap Micro Rapid floor finishing...
Innovative carpet tile tackifier by F Ball and Co
CARPET tile tackifiers, rather than adhesives that create a permanent bond, allow individual carpet tiles...
Dealing with movement joints
Using a real-life example, Jason Tatton looks at issues arising when installing floorcoverings where movement...
F. Ball & Co supports flooring contractors with comprehensive range of point-of-sale materials
F BALL AND CO says it supplies distributors with a wide range of support materials...
Adhesives advancements
Stephen Boulton talks through some of the latest innovations regarding continuous advancements in adhesives technology.
CONTINUOUS...
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