Replacement Access Floor Panels

How Do I Identify a Replacement Access Floor Panel?

Start with an undamaged panel from the existing floor wherever possible. Lift the panel safely, check both sides for markings and record its actual dimensions. The more information you can provide about the existing panel and support system, the easier it is to narrow down possible replacements.

1. Panel length
   Measure the actual panel from edge to edge in millimetres rather than relying solely on a nominal size.
2. Panel width
   Record the actual width of the existing panel in millimetres.
3. Overall thickness
   Measure the complete panel thickness carefully at the edge.
4. Panel construction
   Identify whether the panel is steel encapsulated, chipboard-based, calcium sulphate or another construction where this can be established.
5. Edge and corner detail
   Look at the shape and construction of the edges and corners and take a clear close-up photograph.
6. Surface finish
   Note whether the panel is bare or incorporates a bonded floor finish.
7. Manufacturer and identification markings
   Check the underside for printed names, labels, stamps, model numbers or other identifying marks.
8. Screw holes and fixing method
   Establish whether the existing floor uses loose-laid panels or panels that are mechanically fixed to the support system.
9. Existing pedestal and head
   Photograph the support underneath the panel, including the pedestal head and any stringers or fixing components.

31mm Replacement Access Floor Panels

If your existing access floor panel measures approximately 31mm thick, several different 31mm panel products may initially appear suitable. However, 31mm thickness alone does not confirm compatibility.

Access-Flooring.co.uk currently supplies multiple 31mm steel encapsulated access floor panels, including Metalfloor, BG3 and Kingspan/Tate panel types. Each product should be assessed against the existing flooring system and the technical requirements of the project before being selected as a replacement.

What Should Match When Replacing a Raised Floor Panel?

Screw-Down or Loose-Laid Replacement Panels?

Check how the existing panels are supported and secured before choosing a replacement. A screw-down panel is mechanically fixed to the supporting system and normally incorporates a corresponding fixing arrangement. A loose-laid panel rests on the appropriate pedestal or grid system without the same mechanical panel fixing.

A replacement should not be selected solely because its overall size appears similar. If you're unsure which arrangement you have, photographs of the panel corners, underside and pedestal head can help establish the likely system type.

Not Sure Which Access Floor Panel You Have?

Replacing More Than the Floor Panel?

An existing raised flooring system may also require replacement or additional supporting components. If the issue involves the support system as well as the panel, browse our raised access floor pedestals.

For general panel selection rather than matching an existing floor, visit our complete access flooring panels range. You can also browse metal access floor panels where construction type is your primary selection criterion.

Replacement Panel Compatibility

Replacement panels should be assessed against the existing raised floor and the requirements of the building or project. Similar dimensions, appearance or nominal thickness do not automatically establish compatibility.

Where load performance, fire performance, electrical characteristics or another technical requirement is important, confirm the proposed replacement against the relevant manufacturer documentation, project specification or advice from an appropriately competent person before installation.