Powerbond Hybrid Resilient

Tarkett’s Powerbond® hybrid resilient sheet flooring was introduced in 1967, but is still revolutionizing the industry. With the look and feel of carpet and the performance of resilient sheet, Powerbond’s closed-cell cushion backing and welded seams create a wall-to-wall moisture barrier and softened acoustics--for beautiful, comfortable spaces that stand the test of time.

How Does Powerbond Work?

Powerbond is a heterogeneous construction of nylon and closed-cell cushion. Fused together through heat and pressure, the layers are inseparable. It’s not carpet. It’s not resilient. It’s an innovative hybrid of both--bringing together comfort, style and softness, with long-lasting durability. This floor covering is completely impermeable to moisture and contaminants, while absorbing sound.

Impermeable to Moisture

When spills or even plumbing leaks occur, Powerbond customers have simply extracted the water and cleaned, without replacing the flooring. That’s a long-term solution you can trust.

Why Powerbond?

Creative Flexibility

Powerbond is available in hundreds of styles, and works together with other flooring surfaces to meet the functional needs of every space.

Custom Cutting

Through Tarkett’s Imaginations® program, flooring can also be die-cut to incorporate unique branding elements, such as mascots, school crests, playful shapes and helpful wayfinding.

Total Cost of Ownership

It’s been estimated that more than 90 percent of a floor’s lifecycle cost is spent on long-term cleaning and maintenance, but most flooring decisions are still made on the basis of initial purchase price. Powerbond’s unique construction makes it easy to install, clean and repair— ensuring the lowest total cost of ownership per square foot over the life of the floor.

Lifetime, non-pro-rated warranty
Industry’s highest TARR rating
Ability to replace damaged sections, without replacing the entire sheet
Installation over high-moisture areas without slab moisture testing
Soil trapped and localized instead of being tracked throughout the building, which reduces wall-to-wall vacuuming to weekly
Lowest Embodied Footprint (BEES)

Health, Safety & Wellness

Well-designed spaces support the physical, social and emotional wellness of all who enter them, and ultimately maximize our performance. Powerbond® RS was developed specifically to address potential problems associated with indoor air quality, sick building syndrome and building related illness. With low VOCs and no need for troweling adhesives, the material installs quickly (even on stairs) and contributes to healthy indoor air quality over the life of the floor.

Powerbond supports healthier spaces with:

Reduced potential for slip and fall accidents
Better indoor air quality contribution
Low VOCs
Up to 12x reduction in airborne particulates vs. hard surfaces1
Underfoot comfort
No cold spots (thermal value of .84)
Simplified maintenance with a vacuum and neutral cleaner
No antimicrobials
Softened acoustics
- The fiber and closed cell cushion reduce reverberation by more than 125% to create quieter spaces

A Noise Reduction Coefficient of 0.22, meaning it absorbs 22% of airborne soundImpact Insulation Class of 68, the highest result of any floor covering option. This means that impacts, such as walking or bouncing a ball, generate less sound and are not generated in the room or delivered to the rooms below.

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Sustainability

People. Planet. Purpose. At Tarkett North America, we believe that together, we can make a positive impact on people and the planet. That’s why we’re connecting our sustainability efforts with what our customers value and our world needs. It’s an active, living commitment to create a future where people and the planet prosper in balance. Where sustainable flooring solutions don’t just perform. They inspire.

Carbon Footprint:

Carbon Neutral

Healthy Materials:

98% of Tarkett’s raw materials are third-party assessed by Cradle to Cradle®
Entire portfolio is 100% phthalate-free
Includes recycled content to promote circular economy
PFAS-free

Indoor Air Quality:

CRI Green Label Plus
CDPH 01350 v1.2
NSF 140 Gold

Transparency Certifications by Third-Party:

Cradle to Cradle
Declare
Product-specific EPD
Transparency certifications and product details are located on:

Sustainable Building Programs:

Contributes to LEED v4.0 and LEED v4.1 points
Contributes to WELL building certification

Responsible Business Practice:

UN Sustainability Goals
CE100
World Economic Forum
UN Global Compact
Guided by Cradle to Cradle principles

Responsible Product Management:

Part of Tarkett ReStart® program, based on circular economy principles

Sustainable Manufacturing:

ISO 19001
ISO 14001
Yarn dyed with a closed-loop water system
Facility operated with renewable energy