Technologies

Technologies overview

Drop-lock technologies
The world’s easiest and best flooring installation systems

Digital printing technologies
Digital printing delivers results so real you can't tell the difference

Surface finishing technologies
Imitate the beauty of ceramics or switch out gloss for a sophisticated matt finish

Wall & ceiling technologies
Enter new markets with our 3D wall, flat wall and ceiling installation systems

Board composition technologies
Game changing materials designed for real life needs

Process technologies
Helping licensees achieve sustainability and cost management goals.

Outdoor technologies
i4F extends the inside, out and makes outdoor spaces places like never before

Stair Tread Technologies
A patented step covering technology for easier than ever to install stair cladding and renovations.
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Why we do what we do

Meet the team
Technology visionaries and IP specialists

Partnerships
Strong partnerships strengthening our technologies

Patents
Patents that have the world covered from the floor upwards
Licensees

Licensees
With over 100 licensees worldwide, i4F is the go-to tech provider for the flooring industry

Flooring Brands
Flooring brands using i4F drop-lock technologies

L2C label program
The sign that says you’re protected
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Dec 17, 2025

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Latest news

May 26, 2026

i4F extends partnership with CFL to deliver global benchmark for premium enhanced bevel technology and new m-SPC material category

May 13, 2026

i4F brings AI-powered booth to 2026 edition of DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR

Mar 31, 2026

i4F and Unilin Technologies enter into non‑assert agreement on water‑repellent coating patents for laminate and wood flooring