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Line marking gym flooring is a specialist job that involves quality equipment and as well as expert application and materials to achieve a long lasting and accurate finish.
The main types of sports flooring include rubber, polyurethane, vinyl and hardwood, each suited to different sports and performance needs. Non-slip surfaces that are durable, waterproof and easy to clean and maintain are essential for sports flooring.
The best acoustic underlay is typically a high-density rubber or foam underlay which provides excellent noise insulation and comfort underfoot.
There are many different grades of vinyl plank flooring and cheaper options are more likely to dent or fade in sunlight. Vinyl plank flooring has limited recyclability, making it less eco-friendly than some alternatives.
For commercial use, vinyl plank flooring should typically be 4–6 mm thick with a wear layer of at least 0.5 mm for long-term durability.
Yes, vinyl plank flooring is excellent for commercial use because it’s durable, easy to maintain, and resistant to water and heavy foot traffic.
Yes, commercial vinyl flooring is waterproof, making it ideal for areas like hospitals, retail spaces, and offices where moisture resistance is essential, and it needs to endure regular cleaning.
Commercial-grade vinyl flooring is a durable, heavy-duty vinyl material engineered to withstand constant foot traffic, impacts, and spills while maintaining an attractive appearance.
Yes, there is commercial-grade vinyl flooring available, designed specifically for high-traffic business and industrial environments.
PET carpet fibre stands for Polyethylene Terephthalate — a type of polyester made from the same base material used in plastic bottles and food containers. It’s one of the main synthetic fibres used in modern carpets (alongside nylon, triexta, and polypropylene).
The negatives of nylon carpet include it being more prone to static and less sustainable option than wool carpet, and potential fading if not solution-dyed.
Yes, nylon is a good carpet material and a popular option for hard wearing areas, thanks to its durability, resilience, and ability to resist abrasion. It also has the highest stain resistance.
Yes, nylon carpet is considered high quality due to its superior durability, resilience, and long-lasting performance in high-traffic areas.
Yes, you can lay carpet directly on concrete if the slab is clean, dry, level, and you use a suitable underlay or moisture barrier.
The main categories of flooring include hard flooring (vinyl, vinyl planks, hybrid, laminate, timber and tiles), and soft flooring (carpet, carpet tiles).
Commercial buildings typically use vinyl, vinyl planks, or carpet tiles due to their resilience and cost-effectiveness.
The best material for commercial flooring is vinyl or carpet tiles, offering durability, easy maintenance, and long-lasting performance in high-traffic areas.
We understand that delays happen in commercial projects so we will endeavour to work with you to meet your timeline. Please give us as much notice as possible and we will try to offer you the next possible installation date.
If you have any problems whatsoever or you’re not completely happy with your end result we’re only a phone call away, please get in touch as soon as possible on 0800 867 028.
We understand that commercial projects need to adhere to tight budgets and we will do our best to find the perfect flooring to fit within your flooring budget. Please talk to one of the team about commercial rates.
So that we can provide you with a detailed quote for flooring and installation one of our flooring experts will complete the final measure, onsite.
Please complete the online form or if it’s easier, give us a call.
You should take into account the foot traffic your space will have, the safety aspect (e.g. non-slip), and the look you want to achieve. When you talk to one of our experienced team they’ll be able to give you options factoring all of these things in.
You do have the option to choose your flooring online but please note that it’s difficult to judge colours by the photos alone. Carpet samples can vary from photos so it’s best to see them in person if you can.
We’d highly recommend starting your flooring journey by coming in-store or booking a consultation for a mobile showroom. This means you can chat with our expert team to find exactly what you need for your project.
