When it comes to laboratory flooring, durability, cleanliness, and cost-effectiveness are non-negotiable. Our FreeStyle flooring products from SelecTech check all of those boxes. FreeStyle lab flooring isn’t like anything else on the market, and that’s because our mission at SelecTech is to provide flooring solutions for every application and environment that perform at a level unmatched by other options. While traditional lab flooring options like ceramic, epoxy, and VCT have been widely used for years, they fall short in some key areas.
Let’s take a look at how some common laboratory flooring types stack up against FreeStyle products from SelecTech.
Ceramic Tile
Ceramic has a reputation for being affordable and fairly durable. But in a lab setting, it introduces a major issue: the grout lines. These gaps can harbor bacteria and particles, making sanitation difficult. Worse, ceramic isn’t completely waterproof, which is a serious drawback in environments where chemicals and liquids are routine elements of your work.
Epoxy Coatings
Epoxy has the advantages of toughness and chemical resistance, both of which are important in a lab setting. However, it’s also one of the most expensive lab flooring options, both in terms of materials and installation. For many labs, especially those with large or complex layouts, epoxy is simply not feasible.
Vinyl Composition Tile (VCT)
VCT is another budget-friendly option, but its low cost comes at the expense of durability and chemical resistance. Much like ceramic, VCT has seams where bacteria and particles can collect, leading to maintenance and safety concerns over time.
Why Choose SelecTech’s FreeStyle Flooring for Your Laboratory?
SelecTech’s interlocking FreeStyle flooring solves all of these common problems. It’s easy to install—even over problematic subfloors—with no need for adhesives. Once sealed, it becomes fully waterproof and resists the abrasions, spills, and chemical exposure typical in lab environments.
Our flooring is also incredibly flexible: it can be removed, reinstalled, and resealed as needed without damaging the subfloor or disrupting operations. That makes it a smart, long-term investment.
If you’re looking for lab flooring that checks all the boxes—durability, ease of installation, waterproofing, chemical resistance, and value—look no further than FreeStyle from SelecTech.
