There are countless options when you begin to look at the materials, colors and styles of flooring for retail businesses. If, as you look around, wood-look flooring is something you’re considering for your retail establishment, it’s important that you understand the pros and cons of various materials. Once you do, you can make the right decision and work with a commercial flooring company to install it. If you missed part one, click here.
Commercial Luxury Vinyl Plank
Over the past few years, we’ve installed luxury vinyl plank (LVP) as the primary flooring for many retail businesses who want a wood-look in their business. There are a few reasons. First, it’s durable (with caveats). Quality commercial LVP is mostly waterproof and will last for years, even in a busy retail business. It’s also easy to clean. However, it can stain and is more easily damaged than porcelain tile.
We love how many color and style options there are with LVP. It looks more realistic than laminate or porcelain tile. However, it can be expensive compared to some other options. If you don’t choose an experienced and professional commercial flooring company, they may not put down the proper moisture barrier and you could end up with warping or other damage.
What About Real Hardwood or Engineered Wood Flooring for Retail Businesses?
There are many businesses, especially in the northeast, who have real hardwood flooring. It’s beautiful and will last for decades to come. Whether you choose real hardwood or engineered wood flooring, you can create just about any look in your space. Wood is one of the flooring materials that is easy to stand on and is quieter to walk on than synthetic products.
However, in retail spaces, there are a lot more cons than pros. First, it’s expensive. It also requires regular refinishing. Depending on your traffic and weather, you may need to refinish the floors as often as every five years which can be costly. If you truly want hardwood or engineered wood flooring, consider pre-finished options. Pre-finished hardwood and engineered wood product are more durable than those finished on site because of the finishing process.
Seer Flooring Offers Commercial Flooring in Tampa Bay & Sarasota
Whether you’re in Palm Harbor, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, or somewhere in between, if you’re looking for a commercial flooring company to help you choose the perfect floors for your business, call Seer Flooring at (727) 469-7963 or fill out our contact form. We can help you not only choose the right material, but also style and color, whether you want wood-look commercial flooring or something else. And, we offer installations at night and on the weekends to impact your business and customers a little as possible.