Commercial Carpet — Procurement Guide
Carpet tile and broadloom for offices and hotels. Focus on wear rating, fire performance, acoustic backing and sustainability certs.
Four checks before you buy
A short framework for buyers who are new to this material
Durability & Fire
High-traffic zones need heavy-duty pile or loop; confirm fire class and smoke toxicity tests.
Modular Replacement
Interface-style modular tiles ease spot replacement; stock 5% same-dye inventory.
Underlay & Acoustics
Acoustic underlay affects impact sound; coordinate transitions with raised floors or SPC.
Brand Selection
Shaw, Mohawk, Interface, Forbo — seal color chips and transition trims.