Flooring Guide

Choose suitable flooring for the appearance, layout and practical requirements of your exhibition stand.

Exhibition flooring helps define the stand, support the overall design and create a comfortable surface for staff and visitors.

Use this guide to compare common flooring options, consider colours and finishes, plan around stand features and ensure the selected floor covering is suitable for the way your stand will be used.

Flooring ranges, colours, specifications, availability and ordering deadlines may vary between exhibitions. Always check the products and information available within your individual exhibition dashboard.

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Choose For Your Stand

Consider the stand design, visitor numbers, displays, furniture and equipment before selecting a flooring product.

Check Colours & Finishes

Choose a finish that works with the stand graphics, furniture and overall exhibition branding.

Order Before The Deadline

Submit your flooring requirements early so materials and installation can be planned before build-up.

Start With The Purpose Of The Stand

Select flooring that supports how the space will be used.

Before choosing a colour or finish, consider the practical requirements of the exhibition stand.

Think about:

  • The number of staff and visitors expected
  • Whether visitors will stand for long periods
  • The weight and position of displays
  • Furniture and counters
  • Product demonstrations
  • Wheelchair and mobility access
  • Catering or refreshment areas
  • Cleaning and maintenance during the event
  • The appearance of the surrounding exhibition floor

The most visually striking option may not always be the most practical choice for every stand.

Coordinate The Complete Stand Design

Flooring should complement graphics, furniture and lighting.

Flooring forms a large part of the visible stand and can significantly affect the overall appearance.

Consider how the selected colour and finish will work with:

  • Wall graphics and branding
  • Furniture colours
  • Display counters and cabinets
  • Lighting
  • Product colours
  • Neighbouring stand boundaries
  • Corporate branding
  • The venue floor

Request or review available colour samples where necessary, but remember that colours may appear different under exhibition lighting.

How To Choose Exhibition Stand Flooring

Follow these four steps before placing your flooring order.

1. Confirm The Stand Area

Check the exact stand dimensions, shape, open sides and any areas that should not receive the selected floor covering.

2. Consider Practical Use

Consider footfall, furniture, displays, catering, demonstrations and the level of comfort required during the event.

3. Choose A Product & Colour

Select a flooring type, colour and finish that suit the stand design and the available exhibition flooring options.

4. Submit Before The Deadline

Order through the exhibition dashboard or relevant form and provide any required layout or installation information.

Common Exhibition Flooring Options

Products and availability may vary between exhibitions.

Use these descriptions as general guidance. Check your exhibition dashboard or flooring order form for the exact products, specifications, colours and finishes available.

Standard Exhibition Carpet

Standard carpet is a popular option for exhibition stands and is usually available in a range of colours.

It provides a finished appearance and can make the stand more comfortable for staff and visitors.

Premium Carpet

Premium carpet may offer a thicker or more refined finish for stands requiring an upgraded appearance.

Check the available range, colour options and product specifications before ordering.

Carpet Tiles

Carpet tiles can create a clean, modular finish and may be suitable where defined patterns, colour combinations or replaceable sections are required.

Visible joins and tile orientation should be considered as part of the design.

Vinyl Flooring

Vinyl flooring can provide a smooth, contemporary surface and may be available in plain, timber-effect or other decorative finishes.

It is important to check installation, subfloor and edge requirements.

Wood-Effect Flooring

Wood-effect products can create a warmer, premium or retail-style appearance.

Review the colour, plank direction, joins and compatibility with the overall stand design.

Raised Platform Flooring

A raised floor may help conceal cables or create a defined stand area.

Access, edges, ramps, finished height and compatibility with stand features must be carefully considered.

Printed Flooring

Custom printed flooring can extend branding or visual graphics across the stand floor.

Artwork, print specifications, safe areas and final dimensions must be confirmed before production.

Artificial Grass

Artificial grass may suit outdoor, landscaping, leisure or lifestyle-themed stands.

Check the product depth, edge finish and suitability for furniture, displays and visitor movement.

Specialist Flooring

Some stands may require specialist materials, finishes or installation methods.

Contact the Moyne team before ordering where the proposed flooring is not shown among the standard options.

Coordinate Flooring With Your Stand Design

Consider the complete visual effect before placing your order.

Compare the proposed flooring with your graphics, furniture, displays and lighting.

Where several flooring colours or materials are used, provide a clear layout showing the position and direction of each area.

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Choosing A Flooring Colour

Use colour to support the stand rather than overwhelm it.

The flooring colour can influence how large, bright or welcoming the stand appears.

Consider:

  • Light colours may create a brighter appearance
  • Darker colours may create contrast with furniture and graphics
  • Bold colours can reinforce branding
  • Neutral colours may allow products to stand out
  • Very light finishes may show marks more easily
  • Patterns may disguise joins or wear

The final appearance may vary depending on venue lighting and surrounding stand colours.

Using More Than One Flooring Finish

Different surfaces can define areas within the stand.

Using contrasting colours or materials can help separate:

  • Meeting areas
  • Product display zones
  • Hospitality areas
  • Demonstration spaces
  • Visitor walkways
  • Reception points

Provide a clear scaled plan showing each flooring area, dimensions, colours and the direction in which patterned or plank-style products should be installed.

Flooring Planning Checklist

Review these points before finalising the flooring order.

Stand Dimensions Confirmed

Confirm the exact floor area, shape and position of all open sides before ordering.

Flooring Product Selected

Check the product specification, colour, finish and installation requirements.

Furniture Positions Considered

Consider the location and weight of tables, counters, cabinets and display equipment.

Electrical Positions Checked

Ensure floor sockets, cable routes and powered equipment are considered before installation.

Access Remains Practical

Check entrances, edges, ramps and transitions between surfaces.

Installation Direction Shown

Show the required direction for planks, tiles, patterns or printed designs where applicable.

Floor Edges, Levels & Access

Plan transitions carefully around open stand edges.

Some flooring systems may change the finished floor height or create a visible edge.

Where relevant, consider:

  • Open stand entrances
  • Raised platforms
  • Ramps and accessible routes
  • Transitions to venue flooring
  • Neighbouring stand boundaries
  • Cable covers and floor services

Flooring should not create an avoidable obstacle for staff or visitors.

Floor Power & Cable Routes

Coordinate flooring and electrical services before installation.

Where electrical supplies or cables are required beneath, through or across the flooring, these should be identified before the floor covering is installed.

Show relevant positions clearly on the stand plan and coordinate them with:

  • Reception counters
  • Display cabinets
  • Demonstration equipment
  • Freestanding screens
  • Meeting areas
  • Lighting and illuminated displays

Late changes may require flooring to be lifted, altered or replaced.

Order Exhibition Flooring

Flooring can be ordered through your exhibition dashboard.

Select your exhibition to view the available flooring options, colours, product specifications, prices and ordering deadline.

Where online ordering is not yet available, download and complete the relevant flooring order form.

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Installation & Completion

Flooring installation arrangements vary between exhibitions and products.

Where a particular direction, pattern or division between colours is required, provide a clear plan before installation begins.

Exhibitors should inspect the completed flooring during build-up and report any concerns as soon as possible.

Late Changes & Replacement Flooring

Changes requested after the ordering deadline may be subject to availability, additional labour and extra charges.

Selected colours or specialist products may not be available during build-up.

Confirm the complete flooring specification before submitting the final order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is flooring included with my exhibition stand?

This varies between exhibitions and stand packages. Check the information shown within your exhibition dashboard to confirm what is included and whether additional flooring must be ordered.

How do I choose the correct flooring size?

Use the confirmed exhibition stand dimensions and order flooring for the required floor area. Contact the Moyne team where the stand has an unusual shape or more than one flooring finish.

Can I use more than one flooring colour?

This may be possible depending on the product and exhibition. Provide a clear scaled layout showing the position, dimensions and direction of each colour or finish.

Can cables run underneath the flooring?

Cable arrangements depend on the stand design, flooring product and venue requirements. All floor power and cable routes should be identified before flooring installation.

Can I bring my own flooring?

This may depend on the exhibition, venue and build-up arrangements. Check the event information or contact the Moyne team before bringing flooring materials to the venue.

Can flooring be changed during build-up?

Changes may be subject to product availability, additional labour and extra charges. Specialist colours and finishes may not be available at short notice.

Need Help Choosing Exhibition Flooring?

Contact the Moyne team for help selecting flooring and coordinating it with your stand layout.

Please include your exhibition name, company name, stand number, stand dimensions and preferred flooring finish.

+44 (0)208 997 8596
info@moyne.co.uk

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