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27 January 2025

Why Solid Surface Solutions Are Ideal For High-Traffic Areas

In commercial spaces like offices, airports, shopping centres, and hospitality venues, durability, hygiene, and design flexibility are essential. High-traffic environments demand materials that can withstand heavy use while maintaining a clean, modern appearance. Our solid surface solutions meet these requirements, making our solid surface wash troughs and solid surface vanity units an increasingly popular choice for commercial sectors.

1. Durability for high-traffic demands

Commercial spaces are busy with activity, whether it’s the steady flow of shoppers in shopping centres or the frequent use of office washrooms by employees and visitors. These environments are built to handle high traffic and constant use, and solid surface materials are engineered to handle such demands, offering exceptional resistance to impact, scratches, and daily wear and tear.

Unlike laminates or natural stone, solid surfaces retain their integrity over time without chipping or cracking. This durability makes it a long-term, cost-effective solution for washroom vanities and wash troughs. For a deeper dive into how solid surfaces deliver unparalleled durability, explore this article here

2. Hygiene and cleanliness for public spaces

In commercial spaces, maintaining a hygienic environment is crucial for user satisfaction and safety. Solid surface is non-porous and seamless, preventing dirt, bacteria and mould from accumulating in crevices or joints. This makes it perfect for high traffic areas like washrooms, and not only easy to clean but also maintain a polished appearance that reflects your business’ quality standards.

3. Sleek design meets functionality

Aesthetics play a key role in commercial spaces, where first impressions matter. Solid surface is available in a wide range of colours and finishes, allowing businesses to achieve a bespoke look that complements their brand identity. High end, luxurious finishes like terrazzo and granite can also be achieved with solid surface, at a much more competitive cost than the actual stone.

High-end retail spaces often use thermoformed solid surface wash troughs and counters to create a seamless, modern design that aligns with their premium image. The ability to mould the material into unique shapes ensures both functional and visually striking solutions.

4. Cost-effective and low-maintenance

In high-traffic commercial sectors, regular upkeep can be both costly and time-consuming. Solid surfaces reduce these costs with their easy maintenance. Unlike tile surfaces with grout lines, solid surfaces are seamless and require only simple cleaning to maintain their appearance.

Additionally, their resilience means fewer repairs and replacements over time, making them a smart investment for businesses focused on efficiency and long-term savings. In the event that your solid surface does experience damage or wear, it can be easily repaired, making it the perfect long-lasting option, as opposed to replacing the entire unit. 

5. Sustainability in commercial design

When combined with water-saving technologies such as sensor-operated taps, solid surface wash troughs play an important role in promoting sustainability and reducing resource wastage in high-traffic commercial washrooms. The use of sensor-operated taps ensures water is dispensed only when needed, significantly cutting down on unnecessary usage. The durable and non-porous nature of solid surface materials minimises maintenance requirements and extends the lifespan of the installation, reducing the need for frequent replacements. 

Solid surface solutions deliver the perfect balance of durability, hygiene, and modern design for high-traffic commercial spaces. Their ability to meet the demands of busy environments while maintaining aesthetic appeal makes them a top choice for businesses across all industries.

Let us help you upgrade your commercial washroom today with our solid surface solutions! Contact us via our enquiry form, by email at [email protected] or call us at +44 (0)1536 802505.

 

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