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Tips on Finding the Best Flooring Options for Schools

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Tips on Finding the Best Flooring Options for Schools

One of the biggest concern of preschool teachers and daycare providers is the safety of the children they are appointed to care for. Safety encompasses many of the ways an environment is designed, starting from the furniture it has and all the way to the floors. So, if you are in the process of outfitting an existing or a brand new preschool or daycare with flooring, there are a few things to keep in mind to make sure that the school flooring you install is safe for children. There are so many different options that you can find both online and in brick-and-mortar stores. Here are a couple of things to consider before you shop around.

Why Carpets Aren’t the Best Idea?

school with carpets

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Even though covering a school’s floors with carpets may seem like a great idea initially, keep in mind that carpets can accumulate a lot of dust and dirt. This, in turn, will make it much harder for the cleaning staff to keep them clean and as good as new for a long time. Even though carpets can make a space warmer and more inviting, it’s best to leave them to be a part of a more controlled environment, like your home for instance. Accumulated dust and dirt can easily trigger allergies and be very unhygienic for kids to be around it the entire day.

Acoustics

When outfitting an educational facility, it is important to keep in mind the acoustics of the space. All educational facilities require a quiet environment that is going to absorb all the extra noise that can potentially interrupt a productive class. Your choice of flooring can play a great role in this aspect, which is why options like vinyl flooring are often recommended by experts.

Hygiene

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You want to choose a flooring material that can be easily cleaned and maintained. Kids can create a mess in a matter of seconds and that’s why experts recommend sticking with an affordable, safe and easily maintained flooring solution.

Now that we’ve seen which aspects to consider when shopping around for flooring for schools, let’s take a look at the best materials.

Vinyl

vinyl school flooring

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Laying fresh vinyl over a smooth surface automatically gives the space different energy and vibe. Vinyl reduces noise, it is comfortable to walk on and very easy to clean. However, a huge factor that makes vinyl such a strong competitor is its price and easy installation. Make no mistake, vinyl is very easy to maintain, but it can also stand the test of time against heavy foot traffic. It is definitely one of the strongest contenders when it comes to picking flooring for schools. You can choose from vinyl tiles and sheet flooring and see which one suits your space best. Sheet flooring is installed by laying twelve feet wide sheets, whereas vinyl tiles, much like regular tiles, can be found in different dimensions ranging from 9”x9” up to 12”x12”.

Tiles

tiles flooring in school

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Incorporating tile flooring in your facility is also a good idea, especially in those parts of the school where liquid and food spills commonly occur. Tiles are very low maintenance and budget-friendly. Plus, they come in a plethora of sizes and designs making them easier for you to outfit your space. Tiles can also provide insulation – they can maintain optimal room temperature in both summer and winter.

Wood

wooden flooring

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Wooden flooring is hard to beat in the aesthetics department. However, besides being very appealing, it is also strong and durable, giving your space a warm and inviting feel. This is why wood is one of the most commonly seen flooring solutions in bigger spaces like school theatre rooms, conference rooms, offices, etc. There are so many types of woods, shades, and finishes to choose from, but make sure to do your due diligence before shopping around.

Bottom line is, choosing the best flooring solution for schools can be a challenging task, so researching what would be the ideal choice for your school or kindergarten facility before splurging on a specific model is your safest bet. It is also a good idea to use several different flooring options in different parts of the facility so that you add a more dynamic feel to the space.

Ian Tompson
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