The world of retail flooring has evolved. As well as providing inspirational residential flooring solutions, many retailers are also geared to supply and fit local commercial projects in their area – these can range from independent hotels, guest houses, pubs, restaurants, holiday lets, and even schools.
This feature takes a closer look at flooring brands who have developed
products and services to cater for both the residential and commercial sector. It’s time to go wild with
Beauflor Create - the answer to
cost-effective custom floors.
With its high-definition digital printing technology that brings
photorealistic designs to the surface of performance sheet vinyl floors,
Beauflor Create lets projects make the most of their floor. So, whether
you need a school motto in a reception area, a themed design for a
leisure setting, a one-off art piece or a botanical wonderland; Beauflor
Create makes it possible.
The flexibility of digital printing not only lets you run wild with the
creative possibilities of Beauflor Create, but it also means a low minimum
order quantity. In fact, you can use just a single 88m2 roll of Beauflor
Create in your project and in any specification of Beauflor sheet vinyl.
With acoustic, slip resistant and heavy-duty options, performance and
design can be tailored to your exact requirements.
“Beauflor Create puts us in a unique position within the sheet vinyl market and makes it easy for everyone to enjoy a custom floor."
Create is available in Studio – where you can choose a design from an
extensive library or submit your own image – and Crea, which puts you in
touch with Beauflor’s design team to create a unique floor from your idea. Should you be installing Beauflor Create over a sizeable area, Create will provide you with a roll distribution plan so that installation goes smoothly.
All Create floors are made in Europe using exactly the same construction
as Beauflor’s standard ranges. This ensures you enjoy a floor that
performs just like you expect from high quality vinyl, while also still being
a cost-effective solution to bespoke flooring.
Chris Roberts, sales director UK, says:
“Beauflor Create puts us in a unique position within the sheet vinyl market and makes it easy for everyone to enjoy a custom floor. Not just designers, but contractors and end users can enjoy the service, particularly with the fun and creative designs in the Studio library. They are a great way to add some fun to the floor and make it a standout feature of the interior design.”
Whether you choose Studio or Crea, your floor will be ready in double
quick time, making Beauflor Create the fast and easy way to a custom floor.
Designed and manufactured by Amtico's in-house teams in Coventry,
the Signature LVT collection delivers authenticity with designs that
look as natural and realistic as possible. It offers an array of colours and
textures that span from heavy timbers to the luxurious appeal of marble,
perfect for hospitality, workplace and retail projects.
Signature is made-to-order and boasts a 1mm wear layer, the thickest
of any LVT on the market, which gives excellent impact resistance and
high clarity. The flooring also provides antimicrobial protection against
bacteria and viruses, such as MRSA, E.coli and SARSCoV-2, while carrying a 20-year commercial warranty, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including heavy commercial use. Signature can also be specified as 36+ safety flooring, with Acoustic impact sound reduction backing or Amtico's Bio offering, which utilises bio-attributed PVC, aligning with Amtico’s ‘Responsible Foundations’ sustainability plan.
Signature is an extraordinary collection of premium LVT flooring, crafted and hand-finished down to the smallest details. It is arranged into 18 refined and complementary palettes, encompassing Woods, Stones and Colour & Abstracts, providing exceptional design for demanding commercial spaces.
In addition to Signature, Amtico can work with a designer to achieve a
completely unique and bespoke floor – from creating a perfect brand
colour match to precision-cut shapes and logos – or even an entire
scheme with CAD drawings.
If you are looking for hardwearing carpet and rug options for commercial
projects such as hotels, offices or restaurants, Alternative have a great
range of design-led quality floor coverings with a commercial rating.
From natural textured and patterned wools to stylish sisal and faux
choices. Alternative’s faux flooring Anywhere, is a sisal-style indoor-outdoor collection. Being made from 100% polypropylene means it is suitable for hard tracked commercial spaces including corridors.
Alternative’s Plush Sheer Agate faux carpet is practical yet luxurious.
With its soft colour tone and feel it is the perfect floor covering for boutique hotel spaces.
"The multi-award-winning Quirky collection of patterned carpet, made to measure rugs and runners bring comfort and joy to
busy commercial spaces."
Wool is the wonder fibre that performs amazingly underfoot, easily cleanable and is available in many inspiring patterns and textures. The multi-award-winning Quirky collection of patterned carpet, made to measure rugs and runners bring comfort and joy to busy commercial spaces. Use their Choose from geometrics, florals, spots, tartans, herringbone stripes and animal prints. All available as wall-to-wall carpet and bespoke sized rugs.
Furlong Flooring, renowned for its resilient twist carpets, has unveiled
the revamped Trident range, setting a new benchmark with its upgraded
Commercial Class 33 specification. With a palette of 24 trendy hues, the
relaunch seamlessly aligns with contemporary home décor preferences,
showcasing Furlong Flooring's unwavering dedication to expanding
consumer options.
The freshly introduced Trident assortment is a versatile solution catering
to diverse interiors. Its selection of neutral shades effortlessly harmonizes
with existing décor. The range is also available in Trident tweed for
those that don’t want a plain carpet. Beyond aesthetics, Furlong Flooring
prioritises functionality, ensuring hassle-free installation. Employing their
pioneering Combi-bac technology, the carpets combine flexibility and
strength, setting them apart from conventional backings. Enhanced
stain resistance and easy maintenance further exemplify the company's
commitment to practicality.
"An impressive classification as heavy commercial underscores Trident's suitability for high-traffic residential and
commercial spaces."
An impressive classification as heavy commercial underscores Trident'ssuitability for high-traffic residential and commercial spaces. Proudly manufactured in the UK, the range guarantees consistent availability. A remarkable 10-year warranty attests to Furlong Flooring's confidence in the durability of their product.
Ian Collacott, sales director at Furlong Flooring, expressed
enthusiasm, stating,
"Our new Trident range signifies our dedication to delivering
diverse, easy-to-maintain, cost-effective, and aesthetically
pleasing flooring options." The relaunched Trident line empowers consumers with an even broader array of budget-friendly,
superior flooring selections.
Hugh Mackay is a British brand that has stood at the forefront of the
carpet industry for over 100 years. Their Infinity bespoke Axminister
design service delivers ultimate flexibility to create bespoke carpets and
rugs. The minimum quantity of 20m2 means that custom carpets are
accessible for even the smallest projects. You can recolour and amend
any existing design in the Hugh MacKay archive, use the web-based
design tool or send an idea to their designer team who can work with
you to develop the final design.
"Hugh Mackay is a British brand that has stood at the forefront
of the carpet industry for over 100 years."
Once a digital version of the design is approved, Hugh MacKay can
produce a design & colour sample in 3–5 days. There are six extensive
colour palettes to choose from, and five qualities meaning there is a
suitable specification for any area. Carpets are manufactured on their
high-speed looms in 4m width using 80% wool, 20% nylon, the perfect
combination for durability and comfort.
For more information contact:
Alternative Flooring T 01264 335111 alternativeflooring.com
Amtico T 0121 745 0800 amtico.com
Beauflor Create T +32 56 67 66 11 beauflor.com
Furlong Flooring T 01322 628700 furlongflooring.com
Hugh Mackay
T 01429 892525
designacarpet.co.uk
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