Locker Room Flooring Upgrade for Hazelwood Police Department
When the Hazelwood Police Department set out to refresh the men’s and women’s locker rooms, the goal was clear: install a floor that can handle heavy daily use, moisture, and routine sanitizing—without the constant upkeep that comes with small-format tile and grout. As a local leader in flooring in St. Louis, Champion Floor removed the existing ceramic tile and installed a premium Centaur system to deliver a seamless, modern surface that’s built for public-safety facilities.
The Material: Centaur Rubber with Factory-Fusion Vinyl
To deliver durability with a sleek, uniform look, we installed:
Centaur rubber system: 2mm factory-fusion bonded vinyl top layer over a 5mm VCR base
Collection & Color: Posed Collection, Sublime 291
Perimeter Finish: Cove base for a clean, sanitary transition up the wall
This factory-bonded construction pairs the comfort and resilience of rubber with a smooth, easy-clean vinyl surface—ideal for locker rooms where traction, hygiene, and fast turnarounds matter.
Our Process: From Demo to Deliverable
1) Tile Demolition & Removal
Our team carefully tore out the aging ceramic tile and set the space up for a clean, long-lasting installation. All debris was removed and the slab inspected to ensure a solid starting point.
2) Substrate Preparation
After demolition, we applied a skim coat of filler to correct minor imperfections and create a flat, sound surface. Reliable substrate prep is essential to performance and appearance, especially for a system designed to be low-maintenance and hygienic.
3) System Installation
We installed the Centaur assembly—5mm VCR base with a 2mm factory-fusion vinyl top—and finished with a cove base around the perimeter. That continuous, gently upturned edge is key in locker rooms: it keeps cleaning efficient and helps discourage moisture from settling where walls meet floors.
4) Detailing & Turnover
Precise seams, smooth transitions at thresholds, and a thorough clean left both locker rooms move-in ready with a noticeably modern look.
Why This Locker Room Flooring Works
Lower Maintenance Than Tile & Grout
Small tiles mean lots of grout lines—and grout demands scrubbing, sealing, and frequent touch-ups. This Centaur system provides a smooth, continuous surface that’s far easier to keep clean day-to-day.
Durability + Comfort Underfoot
The resilient rubber base absorbs impact and stands up to daily foot traffic, dropped gear, and routine cleaning. Staff benefit from a surface that feels better underfoot than hard tile, especially during long shifts.
Clean, Modern Aesthetic
The Posed—Sublime 291 design provides a consistent, professional look that complements the department’s updated facilities. It’s visually calm and functionally tough—exactly what you want in a shared locker room.
Hygiene-Friendly Details
The combination of a factory-fused wear layer, tight seams, and a cove base helps make cleaning faster and more effective. Fewer places for grime to hide means a more sanitary space with less effort.
Project Snapshot
- Client: Hazelwood Police Department
- Spaces: Men’s & Women’s Locker Rooms
- Scope: Ceramic tile removal → substrate skim coat → Centaur rubber system install → cove base finish
- Product: Centaur Posed Collection, Sublime 291
- Build: 2mm factory-fusion bonded vinyl over 5mm VCR base
Finishing Touch: A Custom Rug for the Office
To complete the refresh, our team also sourced a custom rug for the department’s office—sized to the space, selected for high-traffic performance, and coordinated to the room’s palette. The result is a softer, quieter workspace that complements the new locker room upgrades.
If you’re considering a locker room or fitness-area refresh, rubber with a factory-fused wear layer delivers the look and longevity without the upkeep of grout. Champion Floor handles everything—from demo and prep to precise installation—so you get a space that’s tough, clean, and built to last.
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