How we solved commercial workshop flooring challenges in National Tyres service centre

As the UK’s leading independent fast-fit specialist, National Tyres faced a critical challenge that many automotive service businesses encounter: finding a flooring solution that could withstand the brutal daily demands of a busy automotive workshop while creating a professional, safe, and comfortable working environment.

With over 200 branches across the UK, their expansion and re-fit programme needed more than just a standard floor – they needed a solution that could:

• Minimise costly operational downtime
• Provide exceptional durability
• Ensure worker safety and comfort
• Maintain a professional appearance across multiple locations

Industrial flooring results for high-performance automotive workshops

• Continuity across new and existing National Tyres branches
• Reduced maintenance time and costs
• Improved workplace safety and comfort
• Enhanced acoustic performance in workshop environments
• Easy tile replacement with minimal disruption

Automotive workshop flooring that’s engineered for performance and durability

We understood that National Tyres needed more than just a floor – they needed a comprehensive flooring solution. Our approach focused on:

• Interlocking tiles specifically engineered for high-stress commercial environments
• Providing a UK-manufactured solution with rapid installation capabilities
• Offering a maintenance-friendly system that could be quickly repaired without extensive downtime

Our team worked closely with Carlo Lamanuzzi, Property Director at National Tyres, to develop a tailored flooring strategy that would transform their workshop spaces.

Impact of commercial flooring solutions: beyond the surface

The impact of our flooring solution extended far beyond just a surface-level change:

For the Business

• Streamlined expansion and refurbishment programme
• Reduced long-term maintenance costs
• Consistent, professional appearance across all branches
• Improved workplace safety standards

For the people

• Technicians gained a more comfortable working surface
• Reduced physical strain during floor-based work
• Enhanced workplace morale through improved working conditions
• Better acoustic environment reducing workplace noise fatigue

A personal touch

“Our team loves the new floor,” says Carlo Lamanuzzi. “Not only has the appearance of our facilities been dramatically lifted, but the floor is comfortable underfoot, and the acoustics within our buildings have been significantly improved.”