Polyflor Polysafe Apex

Polyflor Polysafe Apex represents the pinnacle of safety vinyl flooring, specifically engineered for the extreme demands found in commercial kitchens and food processing areas. This robust range offers sustainable wet slip resistance, incorporating aggregates within the vinyl to ensure a safe footing even when contaminants like grease and oil are present. It’s designed to withstand heavy foot traffic and the rigours of intense cleaning regimes.

Combining exceptional durability with enhanced slip resistance, Polysafe Apex provides peace of mind in environments where safety is paramount. Its Polysafe PUR reinforcement ensures it’s easy to clean and maintain, contributing to a hygienic and safe working space. Ideal for busy commercial settings, it delivers long-lasting performance and safety assurance where it’s needed most.

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Polyflor Polysafe Apex is a high-specification safety vinyl flooring solution meticulously designed to perform in constantly wet and greasy conditions, making it the premier choice for commercial kitchens, food preparation zones, canteens, and institutional environments. Its construction features a high concentration of safety aggregates suspended throughout the vinyl, ensuring sustainable slip resistance that lasts for the entire guaranteed life of the floor. This isn’t just a surface treatment; the safety particles are integral to the material, providing reliable underfoot safety (achieving 40+ on the Pendulum wet test) even when faced with frequent spills of contaminants like cooking oil, grease, and food debris.

The unique formulation of Polysafe Apex offers enhanced resistance to hot oil and grease, common hazards in busy kitchen environments. This resilience prevents damage and degradation, ensuring the floor maintains its integrity and safety features over time. Furthermore, the inclusion of Polysafe PUR reinforcement significantly aids maintenance. This cross-linked polyurethane layer makes the surface less porous, simplifying cleaning routines, reducing the need for harsh chemicals, and preventing staining, which is crucial for maintaining hygiene standards in food-related areas.

Built for durability, Polysafe Apex is engineered to withstand intense foot traffic and the movement of heavy kitchen equipment. Its robust construction ensures longevity, providing excellent value over its lifespan. Available in a practical range of colours, the aesthetic is designed to complement commercial settings while prioritising safety and functionality. This heavy-duty vinyl flooring meets stringent safety and hygiene regulations, including EN 13845 (the European standard for particle-based safety flooring) and boasts a BRE Global environmental A+ rating, reflecting Polyflor’s commitment to sustainability.

Choosing Polysafe Apex means investing in a floor covering that prioritises safety without compromising on durability or ease of maintenance. Its specialised design addresses the specific challenges posed by commercial kitchens and similar demanding areas, offering a reliable, long-term solution. It’s the ideal specification for environments where the risk of slips is high due to constant wetness and greasy contaminants, ensuring compliance and protecting staff and visitors effectively.

Is Polyflor Polysafe Apex Right for You? A Buying Guide

Selecting the right flooring for demanding commercial environments is crucial. This guide helps you determine if Polyflor Polysafe Apex meets your specific requirements:

Room usage / Location: Polysafe Apex is specifically designed for areas with high slip risk due to grease, oil, and water contaminants. It excels in commercial kitchens, food processing plants, behind bars, busy canteen serveries, and institutional food prep areas. It is generally not intended for domestic use or standard commercial areas without these specific risks.
Lifestyle: This flooring is suited for intense commercial operations where safety regulations are strict, hygiene is paramount, and the floor must withstand heavy footfall, potential impact, and rigorous cleaning schedules daily.
Budget: As a high-performance safety flooring, Polysafe Apex represents a significant investment in safety and durability. While the initial cost may be higher than standard vinyl, its longevity, low maintenance requirements, and contribution to preventing accidents offer excellent long-term value in commercial settings. Contact Grosvenor Flooring for specific pricing and quotes.
Durability & Maintenance: Expect exceptional durability. Polysafe Apex is engineered for heavy-duty use. The Polysafe PUR reinforcement makes cleaning significantly easier compared to non-PUR safety floors, resisting stains and reducing the need for intensive polishing regimes. It’s specifically designed to resist damage from hot oil and grease.
Material Type Pros & Cons:
Pros: Market-leading sustainable slip resistance (particle-based), exceptional durability, specifically resistant to hot oil/grease, highly hygienic, easy to clean (PUR coating), meets stringent safety standards.
Cons: Primarily functional aesthetic, requires professional installation including hot welding for seams, higher initial cost than standard vinyl, limited suitability outside its intended high-risk commercial environments.
Aesthetics & Style: The range offers a selection of practical colours designed for commercial functionality. The appearance incorporates visible safety aggregates, prioritising performance over intricate patterns or textures found in decorative vinyl ranges.
Comfort & Sound: Provides the typical underfoot feel of resilient vinyl flooring, offering more comfort than ceramic tiles. It offers moderate sound insulation properties, helping to reduce ambient noise in busy environments.
Underfloor Heating: Polyflor Polysafe Apex is generally suitable for use with underfloor heating systems, but it’s essential to adhere to the manufacturer’s guidelines regarding maximum surface temperature (typically 27°C). Always confirm compatibility for your specific system.
Installation: Professional installation is essential for Polysafe Apex to ensure its performance and longevity, particularly the correct sealing of seams (usually via hot welding) to maintain hygiene and water integrity. Grosvenor Flooring provides expert fitting services for Polyflor products.
Sustainability: Polyflor places emphasis on environmental responsibility. Polysafe Apex achieves a BRE Global environmental A+ rating (Generic) in major use areas like healthcare and education. It is also 100% recyclable through schemes like Recofloor.

Frequently Asked Questions about Polyflor Polysafe Apex

What makes Polysafe Apex different from standard safety vinyl?: Polysafe Apex is specifically engineered for environments with extreme grease and oil contamination, like commercial kitchens. It features a higher concentration of safety aggregates and enhanced formulation to provide sustainable slip resistance (40+ Pendulum Test Value) and durability even when exposed to hot fats and oils, exceeding the performance of standard safety flooring in these specific conditions.
Where is Polyflor Polysafe Apex most commonly installed?: Its primary application is in demanding commercial environments where safety underfoot is critical despite the presence of grease, oils, and water. This includes commercial kitchens, food preparation and processing areas, canteen serveries, behind bars, and institutional settings like hospitals or school kitchens.
How should Polyflor Polysafe Apex be cleaned and maintained?: Thanks to the Polysafe PUR reinforcement, maintenance is simplified. Regular cleaning involves sweeping or vacuuming loose debris, followed by damp mopping using a neutral cleaner. Periodic machine scrubbing may be required for heavily soiled areas. The PUR coating reduces the need for polishes and harsh stripping chemicals, contributing to easier and more cost-effective maintenance while maintaining hygiene standards.
Does the slip resistance decrease if oil or grease is spilled?: Polysafe Apex is specifically designed to maintain high levels of slip resistance even when contaminated with common kitchen spills like grease and oil. The aggregates within the vinyl provide continuous friction, ensuring a safer surface underfoot in these challenging conditions throughout the floor’s guaranteed life.