Building managers have diverse demands for flooring

Managers of buildings in North Wales have varying demands for floor covering.

Areas that have heavy foot traffic require floor coverings that are robust and easy to maintain. In 2024, interior designers have been asked to incorporate floorings that have additional properties such as waterproofing and contain recycled materials.

In schools and healthcare facilities, noise is a potential issue that should be considered with flooring. This has driven demand for flooring with acoustic properties like rubber, carpet tiles and luxury vinyl flooring that reduce sound levels.

Many organisations have different floor coverings to mark distinct areas. For instance, in schools, quiet areas are marked with carpets to separate them from the rest of the classroom that has a hard floor surface. An issue with this for less able-bodied students is that the difference in height between the two flooring types is a trip hazard. To reduce floor transition differences, manufacturers are producing portfolios of differing floor covering designs that have the same thickness.

Facility managers are asking questions about sustainability, health and wellness. These figures are likely to prefer eco-friendly, non-allergenic floor coverings that reflect their organisation's values.

Though modern floor coverings are made to last a long time, high-traffic areas wear unevenly. Manufacturers are transitioning from large sheets and rolls to modular flooring such as carpet tiles and luxury vinyl tiles. Instead of replacing whole floors, only the worn areas need new floor coverings installed.

To see the wide age of options in commercial flooring in North Wales, visit a local flooring retailer.