You already know the types of floors you can use during the remodelling of your workspace; now, we will share some factors that will be key when choosing the best option.
- Traffic level: Offices with a high traffic volume will require a floor that supports the constant coming and going of people; this is especially seen in educational institutions, airports or areas of public congregation. Typically, for this type of area, you can resort to the use of marble, granite or terrazzo, which are complex materials that are resistant to wear and intense traffic for years.
- Maintenance and repair: Floors that are easy to maintain and rehabilitate will be the favourites for this type of space since noticeable wear and tear can cause a bad appearance for the office and those working there. Corridors tend to be the areas where the most significant wear and tear occur due to the constant walks that take place there, so they will always be the ones that require the highest level of attention. So, when thinking about the floor to install, keep in mind that the repair and maintenance processes should not affect the people who remain in the office, and it would also be good to consider that the maintenance costs are not high or exceed the cost of installation.
- Useful life: The material, the manufacturer and the level of traffic are factors that affect the usefulness of the floor. However, it is possible to consider an average value that helps to estimate the average useful life that it will have. The idea is to choose a floor that provides durability and resistance for many years to avoid making a new investment in a short period. However, it must be taken into account that the maintenance, cleaning processes and care you have with your floor will be vital to guaranteeing its pleasing appearance, regardless of the material.
- Costs: It is essential to be clear, from the beginning, how much the budget is available to invest. However, you must beware of false savings if you buy a cheap flat that will require more excellent care and investment in maintenance in a few years than selecting a relatively expensive floor that will not require maintenance soon. In this case, it will be ideal for getting advice from experts who will tell you what the profitability of the apartment to buy will be, the current maintenance costs and the average duration of your apartment so that the investment is adequate from the beginning.
We will give you some flooring options to install in each area of your office according to its possible use.
lobby and reception
These are the first areas your customers will see when they visit you, so they need to make a good impression. But, in addition to the appearance, you must take care that floors are installed that withstand a high level of foot traffic and that provide excellent durability and design. Among the best options you can choose:
- terrazzo
- natural wood
- Architectural LVT
Waiting and restrooms
Each corner of your office must maintain the desired aesthetics, where noise is also attenuated, and traffic is supported, as we have mentioned on several occasions. Thus, in these general areas, the use of:
- rugs
- Architectural LVT
- natural wood
- Vinyl floor
conference rooms
These are spaces dedicated to meetings that require sufficient acoustic control to hold a conversation without interruption. For these areas, it will be ideal:
- vinyl floors
- rugs
- Architectural LVT
kitchens and bathrooms
Here the fall of water and spills of liquids are the order of the day, which is why it is a priority that the floors to be installed are easy to clean, non-slip and resistant to humidity. We recommend you:
- Ceramic tiles
- Architectural LVT
- Linoleum
The flooring options are limitless, so once you have the design and budget in mind, go to a contractor or an expert flooring team to guide you toward the best option. Keep in mind that the association of architects, interior designers and manufacturers will help you consider many factors that may be overlooked when planning the installation on your own.
