In commercial facilities finding the right finishes can be tough. Designers must strike a balance between durability, maintenance, and aesthetic considerations. When it comes to commercial flooring, five trends have emerged this year which will shape the way commercial projects are designed. 1. Bold graphics and bright colors. In commercial facilities, designers have embraced bright color schemes…
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Facility managers face an uphill battle when trying to maintain the safety and reliability of industrial floors. With regular stressors that compromise the integrity of a floor and lead to dangerous working conditions, it’s important to select the appropriate solution that will hold up against the elements. Ongoing Challenges While the need to repair imperfections…
To say that green building is a trend would be a misnomer. It’s far from just a developer’s fad sure to be dated in a given period of time. On the contrary, green building is a movement that has proved its value in the residential industry, and it’s now taking commercial construction by storm. More…
Most people don’t realize the implications industrial flooring has on food processing plant. But the fact is, it’s one of the most important considerations manufacturers need to plan for. Food processing plants are held to rigid safety standards imposed by the USDA and FDA. When engineered appropriately, a commercial flooring solution will actually improve hygiene…
A lot of bang for your buck. That’s what it takes to provide optimum commercial flooring and structural solutions for community properties. At Black Bear, our experts have supported the needs of towns across the Northeast for over 25 years. With restrictive budgets and a high degree of durability, municipal buildings are governed by rigid…
When installing proper commercial or industrial floors, an attention to detail is key to ensuring that the floor functions properly for years to come. One detail which can often be overlooked, or implemented improperly, is the coving. Despite often being regarded as little more than a finishing touch, proper coves are a necessity – and…
Retail stores present a challenging environment when it comes to flooring. Stores are subject to high volumes of traffic, but it’s essential that the floor looks attractive for customers. So what is the best flooring for retail? Epoxy flooring is an ideal solution for retail store flooring – check out the top four reasons why:…
At the crossroads of substance and style, epoxy quartz flooring melds the business-friendly properties of a durable epoxy coating with eye-catching color schemes and patterns to create a nearly flawless commercial flooring solution.
Flooring in any retail space will need to stand up to a lot of abuse, but the flooring in a liquor store has unique stressors that can take its toll on the integrity of the floor. A liquor store owner needs flooring which is not only budget friendly but will also be able to last…
Ok, let’s state the obvious – no one likes paying for repairs. There’s no profit in repair jobs, and most people feel like it’s a “band aid” solution. However the reality is, nothing can be further from the truth. Ignoring those “minor” problems will cost you down the road. Small problems typically result in big…
