A Simple Tip That Can Save Construction Costs and Operational Headaches on Your Next Renovation
When Alex Hill, Vice President of Montage Resorts & Hotels, walks into a model room review, the first thing he does is purposefully scuff his black loafers against the base board. Everyone in the room gasps out of disbelieve that the perfect guest room has been marred. “This is going to be problem. Luggage carts and vacuum cleaners will likely be hitting this multiple times a day,” he lectures.
For years, our project teams and design partners have struggled with the problem of aesthetics and functionality in this little thought of detail. Historically, durable base board options have been limited to a straight rubber or carpet seamed base that came with the perception of lower quality. The preferred solution was typically a wooden base that delivered great profiles, but at a high price. And, the scuffing problem remained unresolved.
On recent projects, we have found a great compromise with the Johnsonite wall base. The product is manufactured from rubber (thermoplastic rubber formulation) but comes in seventeen varying profiles so it looks like wood. The colors (available in a large palette) are integral, thus the maintenance is minimal and scuffs either don’t show or can be readily cleaned off. Mitered ends also look great – just like wood. Samples are available online on the Johnsonite website: www.johnsonite.swatchbox.com.
Because there is no priming, sanding, painting, nail hole filling or knots associated with the product, eliminating the involvement of carpenters and painters, installation of Johnsonite wall base typically yields a net savings to the project. And, long term maintenance and replacement costs are also reduced. You might want to consider this for your next renovation or new build.
Take a look at this product installed in the guestrooms of our recently completed 1,000-room Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, and the newly renovated Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel Chicago or the Sheraton Arlington.
Product Manufacturer:
P: 800.899.8916
www.johnsonite.com
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