5 Budget Friendly Trade Show Floor Ideas
By Created: July, 2017 - Modified: April, 2024
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Your trade show floor plays an important role in your display’s success. Trade show booth flooring can enhance your display and entice visitors to stay in your booth longer, giving you time to close sales. Even if you’re working on a budget, we have several quality trade show floor options that can enhance your display.
Qualities to Look for in Your Trade Show Floor
As you shop for flooring for your exhibit, it’s important to understand the essential qualities to look for. One of the most important qualities is the visual appearance of your floor. Your exhibit needs to look clean, neat, and professional. Your flooring can complement your booth and make the most of your design.Choose tiles that have an anti-fatigue quality, too. Comfortable foam or carpet tiles offer welcome relief to your staff who are spending long hours on their feet. Stepping onto a very comfortable and forgiving floor can also encourage booth visitors to stay longer, giving you time to build better connections and drive sales.
Finally, make sure that the floor is easy to install. Interlocking tiles are some of the best options since they can be installed and removed in just minutes. When your floor requires minimal setup, your staff are free to focus on the rest of the booth.
Top 5 Trade Show Floor Products
Whether you’re working to put together your startup’s first display on a budget or need to purchase new flooring for a larger booth size, we have many budget-friendly trade show floor products.1. $ - Foam Kids and Gym Mats Premium ⅝ Inch x 2x2 Ft.
The Foam Kids and Gym Mats feature high-quality EVA foam, so they provide important cushions but are also a durable choice. These tiles resist stains and water, which helps to keep them looking their best even after repeated use.
Measuring ⅝ inch high, the mats allow for an easy transition onto and off of the trade show floor surface. Their interlock design makes them very easy to assemble and disassemble, and the tiles measure 2x2 feet, so they’re conveniently sized for easy transportation. Included border strips allow you to create clean, finished edges; these tiles are available in 14 bright colors.
2. $$ - Wood Grain Foam Tiles Reversible ½ Inch x 2x2 Ft.
The Wood Grain Foam Tiles feature a wood grain finish on one side and a scuff-resistant tan surface on the other. They’re crafted from waterproof EVA foam, making them soft and cushioned underfoot. Since the tiles are available in five highly realistic and eye-catching wood grain finishes, they’re ideal for creating a rustic and distinctive trade show floor.
Measuring 2x2 feet, the tiles are lightweight and easy to transport. They’ll also quickly cover a larger surface and their interlocking sides make for a fast installation. The tight-fitting interlocks prevent the tiles from separating during use, and each tile includes two border strips for a clean, finished edge.
3. $$$ - All Sport Artificial Grass Turf Roll
You can also get a highly natural and distinctive look for your trade show floor with the All Sport Artificial Grass Turf Roll. This highly durable roll is backed by an eight-year warranty and features a natural reaction underfoot. It’s comfortable and looks great, and the bright green color will help to draw attention to your booth.
The roll is easy to install - just unroll it into place and you’re ready to go. It’s virtually maintenance-free, and you can vacuum it clean as needed.
4. $$$$ - Royal Interlocking Carpet Tile
The Royal Interlocking Carpet Tile gives you the look and comfort of carpet without the excess weight and bulk. The tile features a carpeted surface with a foam base layer, so you’ll be adding valuable anti-fatigue properties to your trade show booth.
The lightweight tiles are waterproof, so spills are no big deal, and they can be easily cleaned with a vacuum. The interlocking edges make for a quick and easy installation, and the included border pieces create clean, finished edges. The tiles are available in four neutral colors, so they’ll work with a variety of booth designs.
5. $$$$$ - TurboTile Diamond Garage Floor Tile
The TurboTile Diamond Garage Floor Tile is a supremely strong modular tile that you can use in your trade show booth. Virgin polypropylene plastic makes this tile stronger than PVC or vinyl tiles, so you can use it again and again. The 10,000-pound static load rating can support vehicles and more, and the interlock system is designed for repeated assemblies and disassemblies.
These tiles are available in two color options and feature a sleek appearance. They are available with finished edges and optional border ramps, so they’re a great choice for your trade show.
Trade Show Jumbo 4x4 Shipping Case
Once you’ve purchased your flooring, you’ll want to protect it when you transport it. This shipping case holds up to 296 2x2-foot exhibit foam tiles or 176 interlocking carpet tiles. It features casters, so it’s easy to move and is also ideal for storing your flooring in between shows.