The skinny on commercial laminate flooring
If you visit a flooring showroom, you’ll likely see dozens and dozens of different laminate options. Before you start shopping, be sure to look for business deals rather than residential deals. High-quality commercial laminate is made up of a sequence of durable layers designed to provide superior stability and long life.
Choose the correct rating
When it comes to laminate, choosing flooring with the appropriate AC rating is essential. CA ratings describe the type of traffic that different products can support.
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AC1: These floors are ideal for light residential use in spaces such as bedrooms.
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AC2: These floors are designed for moderate residential use in areas such as kitchens and living rooms.
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AC3: These floors are ideal for light commercial traffic or heavy residential traffic.
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AC4 – These floors are designed for light to moderate commercial use and feature an extra durable wear layer.
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AC5 – These floors are ideal for moderate to high traffic commercial buildings such as supermarkets and busy offices.
To ensure the longest possible product life and best installation results, we only sell laminate flooring rated AC3 or higher on S&G Carpet and More.
More options for your space
In addition to offering durability, laminate also offers flexibility in spaces large and small. Laminate flooring is available in a variety of plank widths and tile sizes. If you’re working with a very large space, choose long, wide planks or bold tiles. If you’re working with a smaller area, opt for narrower tiles or planks. Choosing planks that are too wide will make a small room seem even smaller.
If your floors are likely to get wet on a regular basis, you should also choose flooring designed to repel water. A great option is COREtec, which features a waterproof core. We recommend these floors for commercial kitchens and bathrooms, as well as commercial spaces with heavy foot traffic.
Laminate to match your space
Of course, laminate also offers many design options. Features a printed decorative layer to look like hardwood, stone, tile, and a variety of other patterns. As you shop, think about the overall feel of your space. Determine what furniture will be placed on the floor and make sure that the upholstery and the floor do not collide. It’s a good idea to stick with the classic hardwood and stone options for professional spaces.