Office flooring might not be the first thing people notice when they walk into an office, but it’s one of the few parts that everyone interacts with all day. It affects how the space looks, feels, and even sounds. After fitting commercial floors around Solihull for more than forty years, we’ve seen just how much difference the right surface makes, from reducing echo in call centres to keeping busy reception areas looking tidy for years.
We’ve worked on everything from small co-working spaces in Shirley to larger corporate offices in Solihull Business Park, and each project teaches us something new about what lasts and what doesn’t.
Durability’s only part of it. A good office floor also supports comfort, safety, and acoustics, all the little things that make people want to be in the space.
LVT’s easily the most popular right now. It looks like wood or stone but can handle constant traffic. It cleans fast and keeps its colour even under sunlight. We fit it in about half of the commercial projects we do each year because it’s reliable and modern.
Still the best choice for open offices or meeting rooms where noise matters. You can mix patterns to mark out zones and just replace worn tiles instead of the whole lot. We’ve found that using two shades, darker on walkways and lighter under desks, makes maintenance easier too.
Perfect for kitchens, washrooms, and entryways. It’s not flashy, but it’s tough and prevents slips. It’s what we use in schools and healthcare offices as well, and it’s stood up great over time.
Ideal for boardrooms or client areas where presentation matters. It’s a bit more work to maintain but creates a warm, high-end feel. We’ve fitted oak-finish engineered wood in several Solihull law offices, and it’s held up well against daily castor movement thanks to modern coatings.
No floor lasts long if what’s underneath isn’t solid. We always test concrete with a hygrometer before fitting. If the readings are too high, we’ll add a damp-proof membrane and smoothing compound. On timber floors, we fix boards tight and over-sheet them to remove movement.
In glass-fronted buildings like those near Touchwood or Blythe Valley, we use high-temperature adhesives to stop flooring softening in the heat. It’s one of those details that most people never see, but it’s what keeps the job sound for decades.
The best value flooring isn’t always the cheapest upfront. Here’s a rough idea based on real Solihull projects:
Carpet tiles: around £42 to £55 per m², lasts 8 to 10 years. Quick to replace in sections.
LVT: around £45 to £65 per m², lasts 10 to 15 years with minimal maintenance
For one 200 m² Solihull office we fitted, switching from carpet to LVT saved the client around 20% in annual cleaning costs because daily vacuuming wasn’t needed anymore.
We installed a mix of LVT and acoustic carpet tiles. The change cut noise complaints by a third and made evening cleaning quicker.
Their old laminate was fading near the front door. We replaced it with a stone-effect vinyl that handles dirt better and keeps the entrance looking fresh.
A mix of neutral carpet tiles and wood-look LVT gave the space flexibility. When tenants change, we just replace sections instead of refitting the whole floor.
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Daily: vacuum or sweep, then mop with a neutral cleaner.
Weekly: swap marked carpet tiles and wash mats.
Quarterly: deep clean high-traffic zones.
Annually: check edges, trims, and seams.
Consistent care keeps floors looking new for years longer than neglect ever does.
Nearly all modern commercial flooring we fit is low-VOC, phthalate-free, and recyclable. We also use water-based adhesives whenever possible, they’re safer for installers and better for indoor air quality. Some of our preferred suppliers like Polyflor and Interface now offer full recycling schemes for old tiles too.
After forty-plus years fitting floors in Solihull, we’ve learned that no two buildings are alike. Older offices near the town centre often have uneven concrete that needs levelling, while newer ones in Blythe Valley tend to be extremely dry, which means priming properly before adhesive goes down. Small local details like that make all the difference between a job that lasts and one that doesn’t.
If you’re planning an office refurb or a full refit, flooring’s one of the best places to start. It changes how people move, how sound travels, and even how bright the space feels.
At Stansbie Flooring, we bring decades of local experience to every job. From choosing the right materials to making sure your subfloor’s sound, we handle it all properly, not rushed.
For friendly advice or a free site visit, call Stansbie Flooring on 0121 356 5858 or send us an enquiry using our online form. We’ll help you design an office floor that looks smart, lasts, and makes day-to-day life that bit easier.
