There are countless elements you’ll need for your store. Whether you’re a seasoned retail worker or owner, or this is a new venture, one thing you should already know is that the right flooring can change the atmosphere of your business. As commercial flooring installers, we talk with business owners about much more than just the material, color and style. Have you considered more than just how the flooring will look in your store? If you haven’t, here are some other things to look for in your new flooring.
Durability
Of course, you’re hoping for a lot of foot traffic in and out every day. The busier you are, the faster your flooring will wear out. When you need to replace it, you either have to close your business while it’s being replaced or close parts of your store and replace it in sections. Either way you and your customers are inconvenienced. That’s one reason choosing a durable commercial flooring material is always a better choice than trying to save money on a cheap floor that’s not meant for commercial establishments. Talk to your commercial flooring installers about how long different materials you’re considering will last.
Maintenance
If you’re a business whose doors are open to the elements, you will have more water and dirt tracked in. That may mean you want to consider a more waterproof flooring than if you are in a mall or other building with a vestibule. If you’re a small store with just a few employees, you may want flooring that looks good without a lot of maintenance. Of course, all flooring needs regular cleaning, but tile flooring needs grout cleaning and sealing, wood flooring needs occasional stripping and refinishing, and carpet needs deep cleaning sometimes.
Safety & Comfort
What you sell could impact what flooring material is right for your store. Be sure to share with your commercial flooring installers what your business does and any concerns you have regarding safety. For examples, if you sell liquid products, you’ll want flooring that is waterproof. Customers may unexpectedly drop something and it breaks or spills. A business that sells sporting good wants something highly durable. Stores that cater to older people should consider a nonslip flooring material. Along with safety, you may also want to consider how much your staff and customers stand or walk around your facility. Concrete and tile are notoriously hard on knees and backs. Rubber flooring is easier to stand and walk on and works well in many retail applications.
Choose Seer Flooring as Your Local Commercial Flooring Installers
With offices in both the Tampa Bay and Sarasota areas, we are the commercial flooring installers you can trust to recommend the right flooring for your retail space. Whether you’re opening a new business or remodeling your current space, we can help. Call us today at (727) 469-7963 or fill out our contact form to schedule your free consultation. We work with builders, architects and remodelers too.