PVC FLOORING FOR OFFICES. QUALITIES AND THE 7 ADVANTAGES

In recent years, PVC flooring for offices has become increasingly popular. The reason for this expansion is to be found in their many qualities. They are floors with a high resistance capacity. Moreover, this firmness is not incompatible with modern and elegant designs.

Another interesting factor is their ease of cleaning, which does not require specific products. In addition, the level of maintenance required is practically nil. In spite of daily heavy foot traffic, it does not lose its quality. Nor does it suffer from breakage or peeling under the weight of furniture or machinery.

PVC floors for offices are certainly a very wise choice. In addition, the financial investment is usually not very high. Of course, the amortisation is assured in a short time.

At DESMON we are specialists in office furniture and have a lot of experience in equipping workplaces. Throughout our history, we have found that flooring is an element to which attention should be paid. When planning an office, it is just as important to consider the container as the content. That is to say, you have to pay attention to all the furniture elements, but the floor, ceiling and walls are fundamental.

In this post we want to talk about the characteristics of PVC flooring for offices. We will explain what their advantages are and what facilities they offer. Let’s get down to business.

Before going on to detail the properties of PVC flooring, it is worth clarifying the question of its similarity to vinyl flooring. It is common to talk about PVC flooring and vinyl flooring when installing office flooring. In reality, they are the same material. The small differences are usually in their presentation and installation.

PVC flooring is usually in square tiles of the same size. Vinyl flooring, on the other hand, is shown in rolls or sheets. In addition to their appearance, PVC and vinyl flooring differ in their installation.

The tiles usually fit together with a simple click, while the vinyl roll has to be cut and glued to the floor.

Sure, the qualities of PVC indoor flooring are enhanced by the type of material. PVC or polyvinyl chloride is a very versatile thermoplastic. It is present in many everyday objects and has qualities of resistance that make it almost indispensable.

In the case of its use in flooring, these are some of its most important characteristics.

1. RESISTANCE TO IMPACT AND CONTINUOUS USE

PVC floors are highly resistant. They do not break easily and withstand severe impacts. They also tolerate heavy weights from furniture or machinery.

Likewise, they do not deteriorate under heavy foot traffic. For this reason, they are used in offices, large corporations, hospitals or schools. In these places, the number of workers, customers and visitors is usually high and the PVC flooring withstands the continuous coming and going of people without being damaged.

The same applies to logistics centres where, in addition to people, forklift trucks, pallet trucks or stackers circulate. Under all these machines, PVC flooring withstands and facilitates movement thanks to its smooth surface.

2. HOMOGENEOUS AND EASY TO LAY TILES

As mentioned above, PVC flooring usually comes in the form of tiles. The tiles are usually square and uniform in size. The core is highly resistant and includes chipboard and is sometimes completed with a metal sheet that reinforces the lower part. On the upper part, the PVC gives the tile design with a completely smooth surface without roughness.

Laying the tiles is very simple. They rest on a structure of supports that give solidity to the paving and make it technically raised. They can also be clicked together. Whatever the system, installation is quick and can be completed in hours.

3. HIGH DURABILITY AND IMPERMEABILITY

One of the most interesting qualities of PVC floors is their high durability. They can remain as good as new and undamaged for many years. When the thermoplastic is processed, it is done at very high temperatures. It is then 100% mouldable and can be shaped into different forms. Then, when it cools down, it does not deform and remains in perfect condition for a long time. The service life of PVC flooring is very long.

It is also a waterproof floor covering. For this reason, it is common to install PVC flooring in wet areas. At first, one might be afraid of falls in an environment in contact with water. However, this is not the case because it is a non-slip floor covering.

4. EASY ACCESSIBILITY AND REPLACEMENT

Easy accessibility is certainly one of the great properties of PVC floor tiles. That is why they are used to complete raised access floors. In the event of an electrical or water supply failure, it is sufficient to lift the tile to access the point of damage.

The weight of the tiles is low and they can be lifted with the help of suction cups or a lever tool. Similarly, if a tile breaks, it is very easy to replace it.

5. QUICK AND EASY CLEANING

Cleaning PVC floors is very easy. It is not necessary to use specific and expensive products. It is enough to use a neutral soap and universal mops or brushes.

The surface is very grateful and will be clean and sanitised in just a few passes. It is resistant to disinfectants and household cleaners.

6. GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY

PVC office flooring is undoubtedly affordable. They are very much in line with the quality and functionality offered by this type of flooring for workplaces.

The durability of the surface and its resistance to wear and tear must be taken into account. It has an optimal response to both factors and the economic investment is very reasonable and tight. Therefore, the prices of PVC flooring are very low.

7. DESIGN AND ELEGANCE

Finally, we would like to refer to the multitude of existing designs of PVC flooring. There are tiles of very different sizes on the market and at DESMON we have a wide range of colours available. In this way, it is easy to adapt the tone of the flooring to the corporate colours of the company. Likewise, the appearance and colour of the floor can be integrated into the decoration of the office.

Finally, there is the possibility of imitating other materials. For example, imitation wood PVC floors are among the most popular. They are very faithful to the original wood and much easier to maintain. In addition, PVC flooring can imitate stone, cement or even ceramics.

As you have been able to see, installing PVC flooring in offices is a total success. If you are thinking of carrying out renovations in your office, contact DESMON. We will take care of offering you quality material in customised budgets.

We have a multidisciplinary team that designs, manufactures and installs all our pieces and also the PVC flooring. In DESMON, we work on the basis of the available space, offering functional furniture and supports such as flooring, mezzanines and ceilings. If you need more information, please contact us and we will offer you a personalised solution.