Commercial Flooring Melbourne

Choosing Commercial Flooring

The right commercial flooring depends
on how the space will be used.
Foot traffic, cleaning requirements,
acoustics, design and expected wear
all influence product selection.

An office may need a different flooring
system from a retail store, classroom,
healthcare space or hospitality venue.
Always check the technical specifications
of the exact product.

Commercial Carpet Tiles

Carpet tiles are a practical modular
flooring option for offices, meeting
rooms, corridors, education spaces
and many other commercial interiors.

Individual tiles can often be replaced
if they become damaged or heavily worn.
Different colours and laying patterns
can also define pathways and work zones.

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Commercial Carpet Planks

Carpet planks offer many of the benefits
of modular carpet. However, they use
a longer rectangular format rather
than traditional square tiles.

Different laying patterns can create
a directional and contemporary
appearance in commercial interiors.

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Commercial Vinyl Plank Flooring

Commercial vinyl plank, also called LVP,
uses individual resilient planks to
create a timber-style surface.

Unlike hybrid flooring, vinyl plank
has a flexible construction.
Dex Flooring installs suitable vinyl
plank using a
glue-down installation system
over a properly prepared subfloor.

Subfloor preparation matters because
glue-down vinyl follows the substrate
closely. Surface imperfections may
affect the finished appearance.

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Commercial Vinyl Sheet Flooring

Vinyl sheet flooring comes in wide
rolls instead of individual planks
or tiles. As a result, it can create
a more continuous surface with
fewer joins.

Commercial sheet vinyl is available
in different colours, patterns and
performance specifications.
Choose a range that suits the
project’s traffic and maintenance needs.

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Commercial Safety Flooring

Safety flooring is designed for
commercial environments where
tested slip performance, durability
and practical cleaning are important.

Suitable products may be used in
healthcare, aged care, education,
hospitality and selected commercial
kitchen environments.

However, slip ratings and technical
requirements vary between ranges.
Always select a product that meets
the requirements of the specific space.

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Which Commercial Flooring Is Right for My Project?

No single flooring type suits every
commercial environment. Compare
traffic levels, cleaning requirements
and the performance needed for each area.

• Offices:
  Carpet tiles, carpet planks and
  suitable commercial vinyl.
• Retail:
  Commercial vinyl, modular carpet
  and other suitable durable options.
• Education:
  Carpet tiles, vinyl sheet and
  selected safety flooring.
• Hospitality:
  Commercial vinyl, safety flooring
  and selected carpet products.
• Healthcare & Aged Care:
  Suitable resilient and safety
  flooring subject to project requirements.

Product grading and technical data
should always be reviewed for the
exact application.

Commercial Flooring Traffic Ratings

Commercial flooring products have
different performance ratings.
A small private office may have
different requirements from a busy
retail store, public corridor or
education facility.

Carpet fibre, vinyl wear layer,
backing and overall construction
can influence performance.
The individual product specification
is more important than its category alone.

Subfloor Preparation Matters

A suitable subfloor is essential
for a successful installation.
The surface should be assessed
for flatness, moisture, general
condition and product-specific needs.

Depending on the project,
preparation may include grinding,
patching, levelling or priming.

Glue-down vinyl requires a smooth
substrate because imperfections
can show through the finished flooring.

Commercial Flooring Over Concrete

Many commercial flooring systems
can be installed over suitable
concrete substrates.

However, a concrete floor should
not automatically be considered
ready for installation.
Moisture, flatness and surface
condition may need assessment first.

Carpet Tiles vs Vinyl Flooring

Carpet tiles provide a softer,
modular surface and can help improve
acoustic comfort in workplaces.

Vinyl flooring creates a resilient,
practical surface that may suit
spaces with different cleaning
and maintenance requirements.

The right choice depends on the
room, traffic and maintenance plan.

Vinyl Plank vs Vinyl Sheet

Vinyl plank uses individual pieces
to create a defined timber-board look.
Vinyl sheet comes in wide rolls and
can create fewer joins across
the finished floor.

Both systems require suitable
subfloor preparation. However,
installation and finishing details
can differ between products.

Commercial Flooring Design

Commercial flooring can support
both performance and interior design.
Modular carpet allows different
colours and laying patterns.

Vinyl plank can introduce a
timber-style finish, while vinyl
sheet can create a cleaner,
more continuous appearance.

Repairs & Future Maintenance

Maintenance requirements vary
between flooring systems.
Modular carpet offers the advantage
of replacing individual tiles
or planks where required.

Vinyl flooring uses a different
maintenance approach. Consider
cleaning, future repairs and
ongoing access requirements
before choosing a product.

Commercial Flooring Installation

Professional commercial installation
requires accurate measuring,
subfloor preparation, suitable
installation methods and
careful finishing.

Depending on the project,
this may include adhesive systems,
levelling, transitions, joins,
edges and other installation details.

The complete project scope should
be reviewed before work begins.

Supply-Only or Supply & Installation

Dex Flooring can assist with
supply-only and professionally
installed commercial flooring projects,
depending on the selected products
and project requirements.

If you already have an installer,
our team can help you choose
suitable commercial flooring.
Alternatively, request a complete
supply and installation quote.