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SECTOR FOCUS FLOORING IN HOSPITALITY & LEISURE

Leisure and hospitality carpets that raise the bar

LOORING in leisure clubs and Keeping things clean
Fhospitality environments face a unique Cleanliness remains a top priority across
set of challenges. From golf and tennis leisure and hospitality settings. Carpets
clubs to boutique gyms, wellness retreats need to be easy to keep clean and help
and member lounges, there’s always a mix venues feel fresh and welcoming for
of heavy foot traffic and high expectations guests.
for design so the carpets must balance Some carpets come with an impervious
performance, durability and aesthetics. backing to stop moisture from soaking
While style is always a key consideration, into the subfloor, which helps prevent
anyone who’s installed or specified flooring damage and makes maintenance easier.
knows that what’s underneath really Antimicrobial treatments built into the
counts. In busy, social spaces, the best fibres help stop bacteria and fungi from
carpets hold up day after day, go down taking hold, so the carpets stay fresher.
quickly, and keep their appearance for Soil and stain resistance is another key
years. So, knowing what sets a high- factor. Carpets designed with advanced
performance carpet apart is key. stain-repellent yarns can help prevent Club Collection
Carpets built for real life everyday dirt and spillages from becoming ‘At its core, this collection uses the
permanent marks, reducing cleaning time
Leisure venues never have predictable
traffic. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Other and extending the carpet’s usable life. ECONYL regenerated nylon yarn, which is
both tough and regenerable. Made from
times, everyone shows up at once. Add Ease of installation matters
in spills, shifting furniture, and constant Installing flooring can be a race against reclaimed materials, this fibre has all the
strength and design options you’d expect
cleaning, and the flooring faces some real the clock! Contractors want carpets that
challenges. Carpets used in these settings go down smoothly and stay put. Carpets from virgin nylon, while supporting venues
that want to consider their environmental
must offer strong resilience, reliable that are easy to work with, aren’t too
dimensional stability and long-term heavy, and have reliable backings make impact.
‘The Club Collection also features an
appearance retention. the job faster and less stressful. Products
The fibre of the carpet can make a real that handle well during cutting and fitting impervious backing, so it’s ready for spills
difference here. mean fewer issues and better results. and moisture-prone areas like cafés
High-performance nylon fibres, for Feedback from installers reminds us, or clubhouses. It’s also got a built-in
example, provide excellent durability and as a manufacturer, that carpets should antimicrobial treatment to keep things
bounces back exceptionally well, allowing be straightforward to work with, help cleaner and fresher.
‘Maintenance is considered, too.
carpets to retain their look and feel even reduce time on-site whilst delivering a
in busy environments. For specifiers, this professional, long-lasting finish. Choosing Thanks to stain- and soil-resistant yarn
technology, carpets from this range
means confidence that the carpet keeps products that perform both during install
reflecting the venue’s quality, not just on and in the long run gives real value to maintain their appearance for longer,
supporting venues in getting more value
day one, but for a long time after. every project.
The construction of the carpet also Introducing the Club Collection from their flooring budgets.’
matters too. Higher tuft density and With all these needs in mind, DANFLOOR A real solution for modern venues
robust manufacturing techniques create created the Club Collection ideal for Catherine continues: ‘The Club Collection
carpets that feel comfortable underfoot today’s leisure and hospitality spaces, has been carefully developed to deliver
and keep their style, even after plenty of says Catherine Helliker, danfloor a combination of style, resilience and
use. marketing manager. practicality. It’s designed to help contractors
and specifiers handle the real demands of
today’s leisure and hospitality projects.
'With designs created for contemporary
club interiors and performance features
that stand up to real-world use, the
collection provides a reliable flooring
solution for environments where durability
and design must work hand-in-hand.’
As leisure and hospitality venues
continue to evolve, flooring will remain a
fundamental part of creating welcoming,
high-performing spaces.
Concludes Catherine, ‘When selecting
carpets, like those from the Club
Collection, with solid construction, easy
installation, and proven durability you can
make sure these spaces stay practical and
stylish, year after year.’ 
Club Collection www.danfloor.co.uk

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