Commercial Vinyl Flooring

Options for Commercial Vinyl Flooring

Business, retail, and public-facing facilities need flooring that looks great, can withstand challenging conditions, and delivers good value. Heavy-duty commercial vinyl flooring is perfect for installing in building lobbies, restaurants, retail spaces, healthcare facilities, and airports. It differs from residential vinyl by offering a thicker wear layer, improved stain resistance, easier cleaning options, and slip resistance in damp conditions.

At Greatmats, we offer commercial-grade vinyl flooring in multiple colors and patterns, including faux-wood-look options. It maintains its appearance even under significant foot traffic or wet conditions in a commercial facility.

When you want luxury vinyl flooring rolls, tiles, and planks that are also tough enough to withstand the harshest conditions, Greatmats has you – and your facility – covered with our commercial sheet vinyl flooring solutions.

Types of Facilities That Use Commercial-Grade Vinyl Flooring

Our commercial customers for heavy-duty vinyl flooring range from healthcare facilities to airports to office buildings. When heavy foot traffic is a concern or wet floors can create slippery conditions, Greatmats has commercial and industrial vinyl flooring to match your needs. Locations and facilities where these products are in use include:

• Building entrances
  
• Office & hotel lobbies
  
• Convention centers & exhibit halls
  
• Hospitality centers
  
• Meeting rooms
  
• Hospitals & healthcare facilities
  
• Emergency vehicles
  
• Medical clinics & dentist offices
  
• Chiropractic offices
  
• Retail facilities
  
• Restaurants
  
• Fitness centers & gymnasiums
  
• Automotive showrooms
  
• Museums
  
• Schools
  
• Theaters
  
• Stages
  
• Fashion shows
  
• Dance studios
  
• Churches
  
• Government buildings
  
• Libraries
  
• Airports
  
• Train stations & bus stations

Comparing Different Types of Commercial Vinyl Flooring

At Greatmats, we offer three different designs of commercial vinyl flooring.

Sheet Vinyl

Sheet vinyl is a waterproof or water-resistant flooring often found in a long rectangular shape that ships in a roll format. It often consists of several layers, including a top wear layer that protects the floor in heavy foot traffic areas.

LVT

LVT, short for luxury vinyl tile, is a vinyl flooring usually found in a tile or plank format. Square tiles and rectangular planks can be easier to handle than rolls, although they’re more commonly used at residential properties than in commercial installations.

Vinyl Rolls

Vinyl rolls made for commercial facilities are available in several designs, thicknesses, and sizes. The roll format covers a lot of space for a reasonable price per square foot. This is a durable product that fits a variety of use cases in a commercial facility.

Features and Benefits of Commercial-Grade Vinyl Flooring

Some of the key features and benefits of our commercial-grade vinyl flooring include:

• Significant durability
  
• Versatile use cases
  
• Slip resistance
  
• Some textured formats available
  
• Various sizes of rolls, planks, and tiles
  
• Numerous thickness options
  
• Multiple wear-layer thickness options
  
• Several designs and colors
  
• Padded bottom layer on some products
  
• Waterproof capabilities
  
• Stain and wear resistance
  
• Permanent or temporary installations available

Commercial Vinyl Flooring Q&A

Is commercial vinyl flooring suitable for high-traffic areas?

The best flooring for high-traffic commercial areas is vinyl flooring. It is made to resist stains and wear caused by constant foot traffic. It’s highly durable and easy to maintain.

Is commercial vinyl flooring waterproof?

Commercial vinyl flooring is waterproof, which makes it a popular choice in areas that experience frequent dampness that would ruin other kinds of flooring. It’s a common choice at entrances to commercial buildings, inside commercial healthcare facilities, or at commercial laundry facilities.

Where is commercial vinyl flooring commonly used?

Areas to deploy commercial vinyl flooring include business locations like hotels, hospitals, office buildings, showrooms, and retail spaces. Areas that draw visitors from the public can also benefit from commercial-grade vinyl flooring, including churches, schools, government buildings, museums, and libraries.

Is vinyl flooring safe for gyms and fitness centers?

Different types of vinyl flooring are good choices for gymnasiums and fitness centers. Rolled vinyl sports flooring stands up to high-stress areas, such as basketball and volleyball courts. If you need washable vinyl flooring for gyms, many flooring options from Greatmats are easy to maintain and can be quickly cleaned with a mop and neutral pH cleaner.

Does commercial vinyl flooring require professional installation?

Installing commercial vinyl flooring often requires the help of a professional, as many products need to be glued down with heat-welded seams when used in a commercial setting. For example, installing LonSeal commercial vinyl flooring products requires a glue-down installation with welded seams for permanent installations. For temporary commercial installations with other products, though, a DIY tape-down installation may be possible. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for your specific product to determine the recommended installation type.

Is commercial vinyl flooring good for restaurants?

Professionals can do a successful commercial-grade vinyl flooring installation in a restaurant. This type of flooring is waterproof, offers slip resistance, is easy to maintain, and provides a long-lasting layout. Our commercial-grade vinyl flooring for restaurants delivers a good value for the restaurant owner.