Your floor lives a hard life in a food trailer. It sees water, grease, heavy equipment, and constant foot traffic. The right flooring is easy to clean, durable, and acceptable to inspectors. The wrong choice peels, traps moisture, and becomes a slip hazard.

Commercial Vinyl Flooring

Commercial-grade vinyl is a common choice for concession trailers because it’s relatively affordable and easy to install.

Pros: Smooth surface, easy to mop, available in rolls, relatively light weight.
Cons: Can tear under sharp equipment legs, doesn’t like standing water at seams, requires proper adhesive and prep.

If you go with vinyl, prep the subfloor well and seal seams carefully, especially around sinks and doorways.

FRP Panels on the Floor

FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) is often used on walls, but some builders use it on floors in specific areas for added durability and water resistance.

Pros: Tough, non-porous surface that stands up to frequent cleaning.
Cons: Can be slick when wet, needs proper adhesive and trim, more expensive than basic vinyl.

FRP is often a better choice for walls and splash areas, but it can play a role in floor protection in high-abuse zones.

Textured Aluminum Flooring

Textured or diamond plate aluminum is the heavy-duty option.

Pros: Extremely durable, highly resistant to heat and moisture, easy to clean with the right cleaners.
Cons: Higher cost, more noise, can be harder on your feet during long shifts.

Some builders use aluminum only in certain zones (cooking line) and a softer surface elsewhere.

Non-Slip Mats and Runners

Regardless of your main floor material, non-slip mats are a smart add-on in front of sinks and cooking equipment. They improve safety and reduce fatigue for the person standing in one spot all day.

What Inspectors Want to See

Most inspectors are looking for surfaces that are:

Water-resistant – They don’t soak up spills.
Cleanable – Smooth enough to sanitize properly.
In good repair – No peeling, major cracks, or exposed wood.

Pick a flooring approach that you can keep clean with the time and resources you realistically have. A simpler, well-maintained floor is better than a fancy material you don’t maintain.