When working in facilities management for educational institutions, there are a range of maintenance solutions you need to consider in order to ensure that your school or university runs as smoothly as possible. One of the most vital considerations you will make is what kind of flooring you should choose for the different areas around a campus - and we have collected some of the best options available.
Before we take a closer look at some of the most popular flooring solutions, you should take a moment to think about the most vital factors that play a part in your choice. Flooring in educational environments needs to be able to stand up to a high volume of foot traffic while retaining a fresh and up-to-date look. Each area of a school or university will require a different kind of flooring based on the activities taking place there - there is no “one size fits all” choice when it comes to flooring!
Perhaps the most obvious choice for any educational or office environment, carpet is a soft and robust choice that can withstand busy areas. It is perfect for classrooms, specifically, as the thicker material can reduce noise pollution and encourage better concentration. This can be valuable especially when it comes to furniture being moved, and carpet is far less likely to present a tripping or slipping hazard. However, carpet may be less suitable for classrooms with lessons revolving around art or science.
Carpet tiles are a fantastic and cost-effective alternative to carpets. They are also soft and durable, and can be fitted easily, improving health and safety by reducing slipping risks. Carpet tiles are often a preferred choice because you can use the tiles to create a different kind of presentation, and individual tiles can be replaced if they become damaged and worn.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) are considered to be one of the best choices for those very busy areas like corridors and entry points. They can also work well for reception areas, where visitors and students will be coming and going frequently. LVT are easy to clean and have a good amount of slip resistance, while still providing the noise-reducing impact of carpet - invaluable for school hallways, which can become very loud at certain times of the day.
No matter which flooring solution you require at this moment in time, First Point Flooring is on hand to help you. We have experience providing a range of facility management solutions so we can adapt to meet your bespoke requirements. Get in touch to find out more about how we can create a safer school or university environment with you.
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