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Interior Motives Flooring: Your Dependable School Flooring Specialists
Interior Motives Flooring is the local leading expert in commercial flooring, installing over 600 commercial flooring projects. Since 1989, we have served schools in Seattle, Tacoma, Auburn, and the surrounding areas.
Schedule a consultation today and let our expert installers show you how we can transform your school. Whatever your flooring needs are, we’ve got you covered. Our safe, long-lasting flooring solutions can add function and form to any space. Whether you’re looking for a carpet tile for sound absorption in busy classrooms, vinyl plank to create a warm welcome to the administration building, or marmoleum flooring for a low-maintenance update to the cafeteria, we can help.
What Our Seattle, Tacoma & Auburn Area Commercial Clients Have To Say About Us
“We have used Interior Motives for over a decade and they have always been outstanding to work with. They do quality work for a fair price and are great at communication. Highly recommended!”
– Josh Hall Real Estate Team
“This company is awesome the professionalism, communication, and work completion is amazing. We are so pleased with how our flooring turned out and with very reasonable rates. I highly recommend this company for all flooring needs.”
– Auburn Way Self Storage
“We love Interior Motives! Professional, friendly, and so helpful with our design options. We have used them for many projects at our church, from carpeting to vinyl plank flooring, and all have turned out beautifully. We will use them again for future projects.”
– Wabash Office
“Interior Motives replaced the flooring in the kitchen of our adult day health program. They were professional, prompt, and quick to complete the task. The job was completed in just one day and looks amazing. Would hire again in the future.”
– Elderplace Kent
“From ordering the flooring for our new commercial office to the installation, everyone at Interior Motives Flooring was excellent. The job was done on time in an efficient way and when the team spotted a potential problem with the size of base ordered, they recommended a successful solution.”
– Shelly T.
Discover the Best Flooring Options for Commercial Spaces With Our Recent Projects
From the Lobby to the Teacher’s Lounge, We’ve Got Your School Flooring Needs Covered
Marmoleum for High-Traffic Areas
When every foot passes over the same floor in places like hallways or the cafeteria, you need a flooring solution that is sturdy and easy to clean. Thanks to its durability and inherent anti-bacterial properties, marmoleum is the best choice for high-traffic areas.
When you’re preparing the future leaders of our world, you want to make sure to choose sustainable options that won’t harm the future condition of our planet. Marmoleum is sustainable. Made from natural and renewable raw materials, it is CO2-neutral, which means it absorbs more CO2 during production than it emits.
Porcelain Tile for School Bathrooms
Do your school bathrooms need an overhaul? Consider porcelain floor tiles for schools, thanks to their extreme durability and low water absorption. Porcelain is dense and highly resistant to scratches and cracks. Its non-porous surface prevents water from seeping into the tile, which can lead to mold, stains, or damage.
Porcelain is also resistant to staining from the harsh chemicals often found in the cleaning products used in school bathrooms.
Modular Carpet Tile Flooring for School Classrooms
The acoustic properties of modular carpet make it a great choice for noisy classrooms. Carpet tiles can greatly reduce classroom noise by dampening the sound of voices, as well as muffling the sounds of shuffling feet or moving chairs and tables.
The slip-resistance of carpet adds a level of safety. Not to mention, carpet tiles are easy to install and uninstall, removing a small section instead of replacing the whole flooring.
Vinyl Plank for Administrative Offices
Getting called up to the principal’s office should always invoke a slightly more serious tone. Our vinyl plank lets you know important business happens here, without being too cold or insincere.
Vinyl can sustain the foot traffic in the administrative building, and the seamless installation makes it safe and easy to clean.
Installation
At Interior Motives Flooring, our in-house team handles your complete school flooring installation process—start to finish. From guiding your maintenance team on how to prep the area to the actual installation, we make it as smooth as possible. We work hard to minimize any school or classroom disruptions. Need us to work after hours or over the weekend? We’ve got you covered for a small additional cost.
Replacement Service
Let Interior Motives Flooring take a closer look at your school flooring to help you determine what’s not working—whether it’s wear and tear, outdated materials, or it’s just time to give your school a little update. From there, we’ll recommend the best replacement options to suit the area and daily foot traffic. Once you’ve made your pick, we handle the entire replacement process, and soon you’ll have an updated learning space with flooring that works and looks better.
Our Flooring Process for Schools
Initial Consultation & Free Estimate
At Interior Motives Flooring, we’re happy to help you find the best flooring for your school. Simply contact us to schedule a consultation. We’ll meet you at your school or welcome you to our Auburn showroom to see what we carry. Either way, we’ll have an in-depth conversation to be sure we understand your needs, goals, timeline, and budget.
Showroom Visit & Product Selection
If our initial consultation took place at your school, we invite you to our showroom to explore the flooring options we discussed in person. We’re here to guide you on the right material, style, and performance level for your space.
You’ll leave with samples of the flooring options we’ve discussed to take back to school and view them in the environment where they’ll be installed. That way, you can be sure you made the right choice for your lighting and conditions.
Onsite Assessment
No skipping steps here. Next, we’ll visit your school to assess the conditions of the subfloor and measure each area. We check ahead for any challenges we might encounter, like floor leveling or moisture issues, to ensure we’re as prepared as possible.
We also evaluate important factors, including the layout, foot traffic, and impact of existing furniture or equipment, to confirm that the flooring choice recommended is the most practical flooring solution for your space.
Pre-Installation Coordination
Now that we’ve confirmed your final flooring choices, it’s time to mark our calendars. We coordinate with your maintenance team to prepare the space, including moving furniture and equipment. It’s important to us to create a schedule that minimizes any disruptions to your school operations.
Professional Installation
Our in-house team handles all aspects of commercial flooring installation, keeping you informed throughout the process. They will work tirelessly to maintain a clean and organized space as they install your new flooring.
We also offer flexible scheduling, including nights and weekends, which often works better for our school clients and ensures we keep your school running with as few disruptions as possible.
Final Walk-Through and Follow-Up
Once we’re finished, we’ll conduct a final walkthrough with you to make sure you’re thrilled with your beautiful new flooring. We’ll also give tips and advice for your maintenance team to best care for your new floors and keep them looking amazing with each graduating class.
We’ll even follow up with you after you’ve had time to see how your new floor holds up against your students, to make sure it’s performing up to your standards.
Commercial Flooring for Schools FAQs
Depending on the size of the space, installation can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. At Interior Motives Flooring, we offer flexible scheduling after hours, on weekends, or during school breaks to minimize disruption.
With proper care, most vinyl school flooring in high-traffic areas can last up to 30 years or more. The experts at Interior Motives Flooring will work with you to ensure we install the best flooring option for the space that will last for years to come.
The best flooring for schools will depend on the foot traffic and unique needs of the area. Marmoleum or vinyl flooring for schools provides a slip resistance that’s great for areas like hallways and cafeterias.
Some carpet floor tiles for schools work well in classrooms, while science labs or art rooms will benefit most from vinyl. The classroom type and environment will play a key role in determining the best flooring for a classroom.