Project Guide
Sometimes, you know where you want to go, but need help deciding the best way to get there. Here you will find some common projects and guidance on what type of flooring to consider.
Yoga is as much mental as it is physical and practicing yoga is a restorative process that dissolves the stress of the day with each pose. A integral part of practicing yoga is the environment, so designing a yoga studio requires thoughtful consideration. A yoga studio should be both functional and inviting. If your surroundings are free of excessive noise, uncluttered, calming, and spacious, it can facilitate the beneficial effect of yoga for everyone. From a practical standpoint, a studio should also accommodate physical activity and be easily cleaned.
What to Consider in a Yoga Floor
- aesthetically pleasing, drawing on calming natural patterns
- cushioned if possible to reduce strain on lower extremities for practicing individuals
- easily cleaned, so each class or session can start with fresh surroundings
At home, it’s all about you. Planning a home gym can be an exciting process because in most cases, you are designing a space for your own use. Unlike any other workout space, a home gym can be customized to your needs. However, it’s easy to be overwhelmed with all the possibilities. Examine your exercise routine, prioritize the activities that are most important to you, and plan a space with that in mind. Above all, focus on creating a space that makes working out easy, comfortable, and sustainable.
What to Consider in a Home Gym Floor
- easy to install or DIY
- designed for physical exercise, with shock absorption for comfort
- coordinated with the equipment
- impact resistant where free weights are used
- Cushioned for aerobics and other exercises
- slip resistant for stability underfoot
What could be more fun than designing a playground? Planning a playground tends to evoke memories of childhood. We instinctively start to imagine what sort of equipment we would have enjoyed as children. However, there is a practical side of playground design that only adults worry about—safety. To create a safe playground, it is important to have a surface that is designed to absorb the impact of falls. A playground surface that meets the recommended fall height requirements will make children comfortable and put parents at ease.
What to Consider in a Playground Surface
- rated for the structure fall height (4, 6, or 8 foot)
- water permeable to prevent runoff (outdoors)
- durable to increase the longevity of the playground
One of the most demanding spaces to design is a commercial gym. Toughness should be a consideration in every furnishing decision. Otherwise, you will find yourself replacing things sooner than you planned. Commercial gym interiors have heavy foot traffic. Their equipment is used repetitively and frequently, but durability aside, each part of a gym should facilitate exercise and encourage people to push their physical limits. Fortunately, there are plenty of furnishings that will make your gym both functional and durable.
What to Consider in a Commercial Gym Floor
- tough, able to withstand heavy traffic, static loads, and rolling loads
- designed to hide dirt, but easily cleaned
- designed for physical exercise, with shock absorption for comfort
- slip resistant for stability underfoot
Weight training is different than any other form of exercise. It pushes individuals to become stronger by steadily challenging their physical boundaries. Weight training can push the boundaries of a facility too. Consider the fact that dropping heavy weights, both intentionally and unintentionally, is a daily recurring event in a weight room. The strain that is placed on the floor in particular means it’s not just the weightlifters that need to be strong.
What to Consider in a Weight Room Floor
- designed for physical exercise, with shock absorption for comfort
- coordinated with the equipment
- impact resistant where free weights are used
- slip resistant for stability underfoot
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