Flooring is a very important part of any building. It’s the surface that your feet walk on and it’s what you stand on when standing up. So, if you’ve ever been in a building with really cheap flooring and have thought to yourself “I can’t wait to get out of here!” then this post is for you. Our team here at Hendersons Carpets and Flooring understand the importance of high-quality flooring in any setting but especially in commercial settings.
In this blog post, we are going to talk about some things to consider when buying commercial flooring so that your new floors are as good or better than the ones at home if not even better! Commercial properties shouldn’t suffer just because they aren’t your home!
First off, there are many different types of commercial flooring materials available today including carpet, wood, tile, laminate and more so it pays to do some research before making any decisions. Keep reading to find out our top tips!
Consider What You Need
One of the most important things we can mention when it comes to choosing commercial flooring is to know exactly what it is you need. Whether this is knowing exactly what type of commercial flooring you will need or even just where you need the flooring, you need to have some understanding of what you need. Not only that but you need to be aware of any industry restrictions, for example, a restaurant will have to follow strict rules about what type of flooring can go where in the property.
This is one aspect you should already have an understanding of before you choose your flooring, the decision process might not be easy but it is better to spend a little bit of time finding the right material for your commercial property than regret it in the future.
Noise Is Important
A factor that a lot of commercial property owners don’t take into account is the noise levels the floor provides, this is crucial in all industries and it is very easily forgotten about. For example, if you have tiled floors and work in an office space with ladies wearing high heels, this might be distracting across the board with people walking up and down. Or are you a shop that uses trolleys? This might make the noise pollution in your store unbearable. Not so much for the customers but more for the staff who work long shifts and have to listen to it all day.
Choosing your commercial flooring based on noise may sound like a rather daft idea, but trust us, office spaces are most suited to carpeted flooring and shops with more wooden floors or laminate. Reducing noise as much as you can only have a positive impact on your team, it will help with productivity and focus.
Foot Fall & Traffic
Linked closely with the noise the floor gives off, the footfall and traffic that your commercial flooring needs to withstand can be very high depending on your business. This is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to choosing your flooring, it can really impact the floor and cause damage if you don’t choose the right one. For example, if you use heavy and large machinery something such as carpet isn’t going to work for you, it will just get ripped and damaged.
Finding the right flooring that works for you and your company is a crucial part of the flooring, you need to find something that will last the test of time and also be specific to your industry. When you purchase the right flooring it can really make a huge change to your workspace, and you will find it is a financial investment worth making.
Company Aesthetic
It is very easy to rush into buying the first option that you find, that is the right price and also works for your business, but here at Hendersons, we say take a step back and think before you buy. You need to consider how the flooring will look on your commercial property. Sticking to colour or design that works with the rest of your building is important because it provides uniformity, and also adds a professional feel to your building.
Using the flooring to tie everything together is a great way to finish off your commercial property, lets take LVT for example, there are hundreds of different options to choose from, all of which will work for different styles of company. It may take some time to find the right set for you and your property, whether you are a quirky cafe or an office space.
Health & Safety
Finally, we are all aware of the health and safety aspect of commercial flooring, the floors you choose must coincide with any rules and regulations for your industry. Keeping yourself, your staff and also your customers safe is important and you should do everything you can to minimise risk.
For example, if you are a restaurant property you should always be looking at anti-slip flooring options and also easy to clean options, but again these must coincide with environmental health. All it takes is a little research to find out what is the most recommended commercial flooring for your industry.
Contact Hendersons Today For More
Choosing the right commercial flooring for your space can be a daunting task. There are many factors to take into consideration- from cost and durability to colour or style. We want you to feel confident in your purchase, so we’ve outlined some of the top things you should consider when buying new flooring for any type of business that has high foot traffic including retail stores, restaurants, schools or hotels.
If you need help deciding what type of commercial flooring is best suited for your needs call Hendersons Carpets and Flooring today! We have been offering commercial flooring options to clients in Guisborough and the surrounding areas of the North East for a number of years and believe we can help you with any flooring needs you might have. Give us a call today, we are always more than happy to talk to you and discuss any questions or queries you might have.
