Retail Flooring

Options for Retail Flooring

Retail flooring is an essential consideration for any business. You want materials that will stand up to constant foot traffic and hold up underneath items with varying sizes and weights. They also need to provide a beautiful style and design that welcomes customers. They should be affordable and offer an anti-slip texture to keep everyone safe. You can trust our experienced team to find the perfect vinyl, rubber, or carpet flooring for a retail shop.

Materials and Styles of Retail Store Flooring

At Greatmats, we have retail store flooring in a few different formats, so you can match the demands of the space to the material installed, whether it’s flooring in a retail shop or flooring for an office.

• Rubber rolls and tiles are extremely durable, and they maximize traction to keep everyone safe from slips.
  
• Vinyl rolls, tiles, and planks are easy to install while delivering finishes that resemble pricey, high-end materials.
  
• Carpet tiles work in many areas of a shop or office, including at the entrance to the building so people can scrape their wet shoes while avoiding slipping.
  
• PVC tiles are extremely durable and can offer some cushioning for people who must stand and work all day. They’re available in many different colors and designs.

Considerations for Commercial Retail Flooring

The right commercial retail flooring depends on the specific installation area and the expected use case. The following factors can help with the decision:

• Appearance: What should the finished setup look like? We have finishes that resemble everything from wood to stone to various carpet patterns.
  
• Material: Think about the type of material that will provide the best fit. Will people be spending lots of time on their feet and needing cushioned surfaces? Is anti-slip traction important? What about a warm, welcoming, carpeted surface?
  
• Amount of use: What kind of usage will the space see? We offer numerous products that are long-lasting.
  
• Installation method: Our retail flooring can be installed in a number of ways. Some are suitable for DIY installations, while others may require professionals.
  
• Temporary: Does it need to be removed or expanded in the future? If so, interlocking tile floors are the perfect choice.

Comparing Carpet, Rubber, and Vinyl Retail Shop Flooring

When you are trying to decide between carpet, rubber, or vinyl retail shop flooring, consider the benefits of each type.

Carpeting

If you seek the welcoming feel of carpeted-style retail flooring, commercial carpet tiles are the perfect solution. These are designed with durability in mind and are easy to install. Create patterns using different colors and choose from a wide variety of carpet designs. Many of these are designed to draw dirt and moisture off shoes, which helps keep the rest of the building looking great while cutting down on cleaning time.

Rubber

Rubber retail floors are a low-cost, low-maintenance selection that are ideal for an industrial or retail setting. They are tough and available in a variety of surface finishes to maximize traction and safety. Since rubber flooring for the office is forgiving and offers cushioning, it is a smart choice for use in areas where falls may be possible, such as in stairwells. Our rubber flooring for retail stores is made in the USA and may qualify for LEED points.

Vinyl

Commercial vinyl is another popular option. It is available in beautiful luxury finishes, such as fine or rustic wood grain, natural stone, concrete, granite, and ceramic. These are available at a fraction of the cost that actual wood, granite, or concrete carries. It boasts an impressive warranty. It has nano-silver anti-bacterial technology, which can make it healthier by actively killing bacteria such as staph and E. coli, as well as mold spores and viruses like rhinoviruses.

Retail Flooring Q&A

What is the best flooring for a retail space?

The best flooring for a retail space will be able to stand up to constant foot traffic and difficult conditions. Rubber, vinyl, and carpet flooring for a retail shop are all popular choices.

What are the most popular places to use anti-fatigue floor matting?

The most popular places to use anti-fatigue floor matting include commercial kitchens, restaurants, warehouses, industrial settings, and retail shops. Some people will install our anti-fatigue floor products as commercial office flooring, too.

Where can you use commercial vinyl flooring?

You can use commercial vinyl flooring in places like foyers, hotel lobbies, hospitals, schools, museums, and retail spaces. It also can work as home office tile flooring in certain situations.

Can you use rubber flooring in a retail setting?

Yes, you can use rubber flooring in a retail setting like a liquor store, gymnasium, activity room, dog training facility, or laser tag facility. One of our customers installed it in a sporting goods store where they sold ice hockey skates to protect the skate blades.

How much do commercial carpet tiles cost?

The cost of commercial carpet tiles can range from about $2 per square foot for cheap office flooring to $11 per square foot for premium specialty tiles used as office floor tiles at an entrance door.