Solid surface is well-suited to more environments than just healthcare. Its durable, sanitary and customizable qualities make it a great building material for many industries, including the retail industry. Here’s a look at some of the ways designers and manufacturers have utilized solid surface in retailenvironments.
The solid surface construction of this display counter means the entire piece is seamless and free of interruptions. This continuous motion allows customers’ eyes to easily follow the movement of the counter and view the merchandise, which is cleverly framed by the multiple levels of the piece.
Reception desks are a great use of solid surface in many industries, including retail. Extremely durable, solid surface lasts for decades, allowing it to withstand the high traffic flow of retail facilities. It’s thermoformability means it can be shaped into sleek and stylish designs that greatly enhance the luxury of a room. Moreover, because it is nonporous, it is easily cleaned and maintained.
Podiums, like the ones Shield manufactured for retail store outfitter TJ Hale, are a great use of solid surface in retail environments. The material’s durability enables these podiums to hold up to the demands and traffic of a retail store. Designed to hold mannequins, they are easily maintained, even when scratched, and, when properly maintained, they sustain their crisp, elegant white color for decades.
Solid surface isn’t just for interiors. Retail facilities can be clad in solid surface for a sleek, lasting finish in any shape and color desired, making the store as a whole stand out and improving the face of the brand.
Restrooms are another great application of solid surface in retail environments. Solid surface sinks, counters and partitions are a great way to add luxury to a retail facility as a whole. The material is easy to clean, ensuring a pleasant, sanitary experience for customers. Moreover, solid surface is customizable, allowing designers to create an elegant, memorable environment that enhances the shopping experience as a whole (because, odd as it may be, customers are always impressed by a fancy restroom.)
There are many other ways to use solid surface in retail to improve the customer experience and save money in the long run. Customizable and elegant, the material contributes to a signature, luxurious environment. Durable and renewable, solid surface lasts for decades and reduces the amount of money spent on replacing products. The many benefits of solid surface make it a great material for retail environments, as well as for many other industries.
