FLOORING
“Increased foot traffic means constant wear, so the threat of scuffs, tears and a carpet looking worn and old after a short period of time is much greater.”
There are a number of factors to consider when choosing the right carpet, from functionality and cost to style and aesthetics. Bob Mortimer, UK & Ireland Sales
A CARPET CREATIVE
Manager at Heckmondwike FB, takes us through flooring considerations for schools, colleges and universities.
In educational buildings, a carpet can add a new lease of life to a classroom but finding a solution which not only does the job but looks great as well can be a tricky task. Every year, there are a number of new flooring trends that FMs need to be aware of in the education sector. In 2019, we’ve seen carpet design take centre stage, with a focus on flooring solutions which do the job and add a breath of fresh air to a space with bright colours and custom-made designs leading the way.
Durability is king It’s no secret that durability is at the top of many facilities managers’ checklists when it comes to choosing carpets for educational buildings. Increased foot traffic means constant wear, so the threat of scuffs, tears and a carpet looking worn and old after a short period of time is much greater. With schools facing regular budget cuts, any flooring solution needs to be cost-effective and long- lasting, after all, you don’t want to have to replace it after just a few years.
Finding a carpet that you can trust, isn’t an easy job. But there are a number of high-quality solutions on the market that can deliver longevity and stand the test of time. Our Supacord carpet tiles have been trusted by schools for over 40 years and is regarded as the smart choice for the education sector. With an A+ BREEAM rating, and qualities such as anti-fray and hard wearing, you won’t be let down on performance.
Multi-purpose carpets A floor can serve more than one purpose. Whilst any carpet needs to do its job, there is so much more that can be achieved in educational buildings. A key trend this
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year is multi-purpose flooring, with more people choosing a carpet which not only does the job but can tell a story. In a learning environment, like a school, a carpet can deliver so much more, adding energy, excitement and colour and communicate core values.
The latest innovations can deliver on the basic requirements and push the boundaries of what can be achieved in terms of carpet design. Aside from being heavy duty, our Supacord range is anti-static and reduces noise pollution meaning it can be used in a variety of applications, such as computer rooms. In addition, the range comes available in 42 colours, which means the design possibilities are endless.
Bright colours are the new black Darker colours have always been a firm favourite when it comes to carpets for the education sector – shades of grey have been our biggest sellers this year. But brighter colours are also on trend, adding a splash of colour to blacks and greys can help bring a classroom to life and ensure staple school colours are represented throughout the building.
There are a number of ways that colour can be used in carpet design, from full coloured tiles to unique accents and logo mats; at school entrances. The latest innovations, like Heckmondwike’s Array range offer great value, superb durability and an unrivalled colour bank; which easily matches major colour schemes. Facilities managers shouldn’t shy away from choosing carpets with bold colours, instead it should be seen as an opportunity to portray and represent school or university colours.
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