For farm buildings and similar, flooring is of utmost importance: a floor that is well-designed and adapted for its function offers practicality and protection from pests and vermin. It is also needs to be easy to clean and dry, as well as providing durability for long-term use.
There is a vast amount of choice these days, from carpet to vinyl, hardwood to laminate, marble to tile, with types and styles to suit every budget. It is also very important to put some effort into the interior decorating, particularly in the choice of colours.
Flooring for commercial purposes has to meet many needs – not only must it provide the correct image for the company or organisation and be cost-effective; it must also fulfil the functional needs and practical requirements of day-to-day use.
The importance of correct appearance in commercial flooring and how this affects business success.
Flooring for the commercial sector has to satisfy many widely-differing needs, often simultaneously – depending on the industry involved. Usually a floor to needs to be attractive, easy to maintain, durable, resistant to strong chemicals and still be cost-efficient!
Rubber flooring has outstanding durability, as well as resilience and is also resistant to burns, scratches, dents and stains, as well as being completely waterproof – making it one of the best flooring options around.
Research shows that an office environment can have a drastic impact on workers’ productivity and creativity, so whether considering flooring for a home office or professional premises, it is important to give the selection some thought and choose carefully.
Flooring for warehouses has to cope with many different demands – from heavy traffic to impact absorption, extremes of temperature to easy cleaning and safety – depending on the type of industry it is serving.
The importance of choosing the right flooring for shops and retail units, including functional and aesthetic aspects.
Not only do restaurant floors have to be durable and easy to clean but they also must comply with strict health codes. They also have to look good and blend in with the interior decor and theme of the eating establishment.
For hotels the flooring is of utmost importance. Not only does it have to cope with constant wear and tear and heavy foot traffic but it must also be easy to clean and maintain, stain-resistant and above all, retain an attractive appearance.
The requirements of flooring for leisure premises and some common choices of flooring material.