Commercial kitchens are unique working environments. Not only are they incredibly fast paced and hectic but they also need to conform to rigorous food safety standards and hygienic compliance. That means all fittings, fixtures and materials need to be a combination of hard wearing, practical, hygienic and easy to clean. Starting from the bottom up, flooring is an essential part of the overall health and safety of any commercial kitchen .

You need a floor material that can withstand the heavy traffic common in commercial kitchens but also one that can tolerate hot substances from spillages, as well as the rigorous cleaning routine that is required. This is why heavy duty polyurethane floor is such a suitable choice for these kinds of environments.

Let’s take a closer look at why commercial kitchen resin flooring is such a popular choice for restaurants, canteens and other commercial kitchen spaces.

Kitchen Safety

Polyurethane is a heavy duty non-slip flooring that is ideal for fast-paced kitchen spaces where liquids are used and spillages can happen. With the presence of electrical heat sources, as well as hot foods and liquids in the vicinity, kitchen staff need to know they can rely on their floor surface to provide sure footing. With such a high volume of traffic and multiple electric appliances in use, the fact polyurethane is also anti-static is another major benefit. And, of course, its non-toxic properties make it a safe choice for commercial kitchens where food is being prepared.

Cost Efficiency

Thanks mainly to its long-lasting durability, often lasting between 5 and 10 years with minimal to no maintenance during that period, polyurethane flooring is a very cost-effective option. While there may be cheaper flooring options on the market you need to think about it in terms of value, rather than cost. A cheaper floor will almost certainly not be as hard wearing and will need to be replaced sooner, and may require more maintenance during this period. The return on investment possible with polyurethane is a significant advantage and makes it a more cost-effective option in the long term.

High Resistance

Heavy duty polyurethane floor offers excellent heat resistance, allowing it to endure the high temperatures that are common in kitchen spaces. Whether it’s just a high ambient temperature or exposure to hot liquids and foods, the resin floor will not warp or degrade. This means it retains its strength and durability for longer.

Branding and Design

Kitchen spaces need to be practical, of course, but there is nothing to say they can’t be aesthetically pleasing and offer branding opportunities too, especially if they are on show to the public. Polyurethane resin flooring provides a huge range of design and colour options. This allows commercial kitchen operators to customise flooring to suit their branding and design preferences.

If you would like to know more about our range of heavy duty non-slip flooring options for commercial kitchens then don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team is always on hand to answer any questions or to talk through your requirements and design options.

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