We offer premium solutions for entry & exit flooring.
Entry/Exits:
Bar entry and exit areas are critical zones that must handle heavy foot traffic, provide safety, and reflect the first and last impression of the venue. The flooring in these areas must meet stricter performance and regulatory requirements than general seating zones.
Key Functions:
Customer Welcome and First Impression
This area establishes the tone, ambiance, and branding of the venue. Cleanliness, lighting, and flooring immediately affect perception and aesthetic consistency.
Traffic Flow Management
Entries and exits direct movement in and out of the bar smoothly while reducing congestion or bottlenecks during peak hours or events.
Safety and Accessibility
The area must comply with ADA and local building codes for safe, barrier-free access. Non-slip flooring, level transitions, and visible pathways reduce trip/slip hazards. The area must allow for quick and safe egress emergencies.
Weather Barrier/Environmental Control
Entries and exits act as a buffer zone against outdoor elements such as rain, heat, and noise.
Security and Control Point
Entries and exits can serve as a checkpoint for security personnel, ID checks, or guest lists. It enables controlled entry/exit during busy nights, events, or for crowd management.
Branding and Wayfinding
The area should help guests know where to go immediately on arrival or exit. It may include signage, lighting, flooring patterns, or entry rugs to reinforce identity.
Transition Space
Entries and exits provide a mental and physical shift between the outside world and the bar’s interior atmosphere.
Flooring Requirements:
Slip Resistance
This is the top priority due to exposure to rain and spilled drinks. Use materials with high wet slip resistance (DCOF ≥ 0.42; some local codes may require higher). Mats or textured finishes often help at transitions.
Weather and Moisture Resistance
Entry & exit flooring should resist moisture tracked from outdoors. Proper waterproofing, sealed surfaces, or sloped drainage can help.
Ease of Cleaning
Flooring must be quick to clean and maintain since it sees constant use. Avoid surfaces with deep grout lines or aggressive textures that trap dirt.
Durability
This area must withstand dragging feet, high heels, luggage, strollers, and outdoor grit, so look for abrasion resistance ratings (ASTM D4060).
Transition Compatibility
Smooth transitions to adjoining interior surfaces to avoid trip hazards is necessary. Any level changes must comply with ADA and local building codes.
Fire Safety and Code Compliance
Entry & exit flooring must meet fire resistance, smoke development, and other local safety regulations.
Visual Appeal
Entries set the tone—bold, clean, and brand-reflective materials make a strong impact.
At Floor Coating Source, we offer a variety of entry & exit flooring solutions for bars in Florida. Learn more about the premium coatings we provide.