Locker rooms are an integral part of any school; but are not often top of the list when it comes to renovations or remodeling. However, they ought to be considered. Your school’s Locker room facilities should offer a safe, comfortable, and clean environment for students and faculty. Here we discuss the signs that your school may be ready for a locker room upgrade, and tips on how to make your renovations.

Signs Your School May Be Ready for Locker Room Renovations

1. Mold Growth Mold is a health hazard and can cause respiratory issues, especially for those who already suffer from a lung disease such as asthma. It often grows over time in locker rooms due to the excessive moisture. The consequences of mold can be serious, and this is an important concern for the health of your students.
2. Outdated Facilities  Worn down facilities could pertain to the wear and tear on the locker rooms themselves, or it could even include a musty, dirty smell that develops over time. If the aesthetics of your facilities do not match the rest of your school, it could be a sign you’re ready for an upgrade.
3. Not Enough Space  Perhaps you have more students than locker rooms, and space is becoming an issue. This is a clear sign that it is time to renovate or build extra locker space for your students.
4. Improper Lighting  Is it too dark or perhaps too fluorescent? Lighting is an important aspect of any room. If your locker rooms are lacking proper lighting, then it could be a sign your facilities need an upgrade to meet a more comfortable environment for students.

Tips for Your Locker Room Renovations

Locker rooms have evolved over the years, and do not necessarily resemble what they were several decades ago. Today, many locker rooms include private changing areas, calming colors, flattering lighting, hair dryers, towels, and more. If nothing else, the locker rooms should be clean, comfortable, and safe for your students.

According to Athletic Business, there are several tips to keep in mind when planning to build new locker room facilities. We have detailed some of these below:

1. Make sure the floor in the main shower area has non-slip tile. It should also be slightly sloped to allow the flow of excess water to the drains.
2. Make sure that the floor in the shower also has its own individual drain.
3. Once you have laid the tile, put a sealant on the grout. This will help prevent mildew build up which is difficult to get rid of.
4. Make sure the dryer duct ventilation route doesn’t have too many sharp turns. This can result in build-up of dryer lint, which can cause the dryers to not cool efficiently. If overheated, your dryers will turn off.
5. Make sure your hot water heater is powerful enough to heat the water to a high enough temperature; especially if the water has to travel a long way to the locker rooms. Also, most hot water heaters need to be drained of chemical build-up regularly, or the lifespan of the water heater is shortened.

These are all great tips to keep in mind, and your general contractor should be able to work with you on these items. If you’re looking to build new facilities or expand an existing one, then your next step is choosing the right company for the job.

Choosing a Modular Locker Room

It is important to work with a company who has experience in supplying locker rooms. Modular locker rooms can be beneficial to schools who are looking for both a fast and cost-effective solution. When educational institutions undergo increases in class size or enrollment, mobile locker rooms can be easily installed to existing facilities. These relocatable locker rooms can also be made into permanent structures, if you are looking for a long-term space solution.

You do not have to sacrifice quality when choosing a portable locker room. Modular structures are manufactured in controlled environments and are made to meet the same requirements and standards as traditionally built structures.

Are you looking to expand your locker room facilities? If so, we can help you with your next building project. To learn more about portable locker rooms for your school or university, contact us today.

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