We have seen at shows lately some interlocking thick pads that look like bamboo. They were extremely comfortable to walk on. Does anyone know where we can purchase such an animal? Or do you have any better suggestions that looks like bamboo/wood/something natural flooring. We have been using thick grey interlocks with carpet on top, but would like to change our booth appearance.
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I think I've seen the bamboo, but I don't know where to get it.
Matthew Olian > Kristin PerkinsApril 27, 2011 at 12:37pm
Check out www.naturalarearugs.com . I love their bamboo rugs- they look great, do not weigh much, and they dont take up much space when they are rolled up. They also sell sisal and seagrass rugs which I believe are suitable for outdoor use. -Matt
We are looking for flooring also, but are trying to find something that looks good, travels small, is good indoors and out, and is wheelchair friendly. The grey interlock mats act like wheelchair glue- like pushing in sand.... Any ideas?
I've bought the interlocking foam floor mats from Sam's where one side is primary colors and the other side is gray. These are fantastic and wear like a dream, and if one or more gets messed up, I can just replace as I need. The gray blends in with pavement (if you're on it) and on grass situations, it helps keep dirt from being kicked up and also helps eliminate that "trampled grass" thing that goes on and smells horrible! Plus, since many of my pieces are glass, it keeps things from breaking should a customer drop it! Other benefits are that they act like a sponge in the rain and keep the river of water from coming through your tent and getting everything wet, and on grass, they keep things from getting "lost" in the turf if you drop them. Plus, on pavement it helps knock down the heat. So, if you're not looking in to getting a "stylized" print for your overall decor, look in to getting just plain Jane gray... wears well, hides dirt and is a neutral floor for your booth. Hope that helps! (PS - high heels are the kryptonite to the mats, however. Damn those stilettos!!)
Geoff Coe > Amy FurgiueleApril 25, 2011 at 12:16pm
I haven't used these personally, but a neighbor of mine at The Villages yesterday had a flooring that looked like Pergo wood laminate but was, in fact, this really soft stuff...beautiful! She got it here: http://www.foamtiles.com/tiles/index.html
There are different types of tiled floors of interest shown on the site. Also, some customer reviews (which seem authentic, since some of them mention some product drawbacks). This site also has free shipping! I'm going to look into these.
My neighbor had just gotten them, used them at two shows, and had a couple of comments worth noting: * They can get dirty quickly...she got a 10x10 tarp and lays it on the ground, then puts the tiles over top. * An interesting drawback: Customers were so startled to step on something that looks like fine wood laminate but is really soft, that they were distracted from her craft work and spent their time asking about the flooring. She thinks it definitely has had a negative short-term impact on sales, but thought that might resolve itself as folks see these floors in more places.
We've had the grey mats for over 7 years, at least. Just wanted to update my look, when we didn't want to put our carpet over top of the mats. When you buy the grey ones, be sure to get all the same thickness. We have bought ours at different times, and, have ended up with a couple of different depths & interlocking systems--so it can be tricky.
It looks like the 'great flooring' mats are just what I was thinking of.....Patty or 'C', have either of you bought/used them? My husband thinks that we would need the same amount that I use now (of the grey mats)--25--that will be expensive. But, in the scheme of things, I won't miss the money once the sales come in. And, they are cheaper then my propanels (which I adore), my lights, my drapes.....and the list goes on....
It said in their adverts that you have to be careful of high heels-they would puncture the mats. I don't remember them as being that brittle when I walked on it. What do you think?
CM Fox > Ann Marie CrosmunApril 8, 2011 at 12:49pm
I have the plain foam ones....in a tan color. Watch the other colors as they are kindergarden brite! High heels will puncture them and I have 2 punctures after 8 (?) years of usage. They aren't brittle but a little pointed heel is sharp. I just rotate these to the hidden parts.
They will get dirty, we clean 1 or 2 times a season. I'd get a darker color next time. I like the look of the wooden ones but I'm wondering if they'd get scuffed and punctured more.
I'm going to have to bookmark the great mats website for the future. I hadn't thought about flooring. This is my first year with a tent, so after that expense, I think I'm just going to use a piece of carpeting we have "laying around".
I have less expensive foam mats in my classroom (from Harbor freight) and I know from experience that heels will puncture them, as will pencils and little fingers.
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I have the foam floor puzzle that looks like wood. I got it at Mats Mats Mats.
http://www.matsmatsmats.com/commercial-industrial/trade-show/soft-w...
I think I've seen the bamboo, but I don't know where to get it.
I haven't used these personally, but a neighbor of mine at The Villages yesterday had a flooring that looked like Pergo wood laminate but was, in fact, this really soft stuff...beautiful! She got it here:
http://www.foamtiles.com/tiles/index.html
There are different types of tiled floors of interest shown on the site. Also, some customer reviews (which seem authentic, since some of them mention some product drawbacks). This site also has free shipping! I'm going to look into these.
My neighbor had just gotten them, used them at two shows, and had a couple of comments worth noting:
* They can get dirty quickly...she got a 10x10 tarp and lays it on the ground, then puts the tiles over top.
* An interesting drawback: Customers were so startled to step on something that looks like fine wood laminate but is really soft, that they were distracted from her craft work and spent their time asking about the flooring. She thinks it definitely has had a negative short-term impact on sales, but thought that might resolve itself as folks see these floors in more places.
Ann Marie,
Right now this site has 25% off all it's outdoor stuff. I just bought this item to go underneath my pseudo oriental rug:
http://www.worldmarket.com/product/index.jsp?productId=10979530
It wicks away moisture, comfy, etc.
They also have a raft of outdoor mats/carpets.
It looks like the 'great flooring' mats are just what I was thinking of.....Patty or 'C', have either of you bought/used them? My husband thinks that we would need the same amount that I use now (of the grey mats)--25--that will be expensive. But, in the scheme of things, I won't miss the money once the sales come in. And, they are cheaper then my propanels (which I adore), my lights, my drapes.....and the list goes on....
It said in their adverts that you have to be careful of high heels-they would puncture the mats. I don't remember them as being that brittle when I walked on it. What do you think?
I have the plain foam ones....in a tan color. Watch the other colors as they are kindergarden brite! High heels will puncture them and I have 2 punctures after 8 (?) years of usage. They aren't brittle but a little pointed heel is sharp. I just rotate these to the hidden parts.
They will get dirty, we clean 1 or 2 times a season. I'd get a darker color next time. I like the look of the wooden ones but I'm wondering if they'd get scuffed and punctured more.
hth
Carla the C
I'm going to have to bookmark the great mats website for the future. I hadn't thought about flooring. This is my first year with a tent, so after that expense, I think I'm just going to use a piece of carpeting we have "laying around".
I have less expensive foam mats in my classroom (from Harbor freight) and I know from experience that heels will puncture them, as will pencils and little fingers.
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