Wall Base offers an inexpensive way to protect and update walls
What do the following have in common: retail stores, office spaces, banks, food service establishments, hospitals, and auto shops? Sure, they are all places where we work or do business, but they are also places where a great deal of traffic and movement occurs on a daily basis. Just think about how many times you’ve seen a coworker push a cart down an aisle, or the UPS guy bringing another load of packages. In and out, every day, at least 5 days a week, if not 7 – all that traffic and movement creates havoc on interior walls and floors, and if not properly cared for, even the most expensive remodel of these spaces It can deteriorate in a heartbeat. of months
It’s for these situations that a wall mount can mean the difference between a bunch of patching and repairs, or just a simple wipe and clean. Wall mounts are everywhere, even in residential homes. That wood trim that runs the length of the rug near the wall? That’s a wall base! However, when we look at commercial spaces, wood trim is often unacceptable due to high traffic and the potential for damage – a soft wood would quickly wear out and need to be replaced. For these reasons, many commercial office spaces and retail establishments opt for a vinyl wall underlayment, not only for aesthetic reasons, but also for ease of cleaning and maintenance.
This wall protection product helps protect drywall from damage caused by foot traffic, rolling carts, moving furniture, and the thousands of other activities that take place in commercial settings. Often times a wall coat is used to help create an overall color scheme to complement the carpet and/or tile and paint color chosen for the room. Wall protection products can generally last for many years with very little care and maintenance, except for normal cleaning. They also help create clean lines throughout the room, as often where the floor meets the wall can be a very difficult place to get “perfect” in terms of making sure the floor is perfectly flush against the wall. and paint or other wall covering. it is complete to the ground. Wall studs act as that “buffer” zone between the two, helping to create a clean, solid look, even when behind-the-scenes imperfections may exist.
Another benefit of wall protection products in retail establishments is that they provide a barrier against spills and other liquid hazards that interfere with the wall or spread. When combined with a tile floor, the base of the wall creates an area that helps channel water away from drywall and other areas and makes cleaning easier. Just think of how easy it is in a restaurant setting to just mop and go. Without the wall pad in place, liquids could easily seep into the drywall causing not only damage to the wall itself, but also creating a breeding ground for various fungi and bacteria.
To some it may be a simple wall mount, but those in the know realize how powerful, affordable and versatile this fixture is. Sometimes there really is more than meets the eye.
