In professional and at-home grooming setups, keeping dogs safe, dry, and comfortable during washing is essential. That’s why choosing the right flooring inside the grooming station, tub, or shower area is just as important as the equipment around it.
Many dog wash setups rely on plastic grate inserts to lift dogs above standing water during bathing. But over time, these inserts often break down, become difficult to clean, and create hygiene or safety issues.
At RACS, we offer a more durable, hygienic, and professional-grade solution: plastisol-coated raised flooring, designed specifically to fit inside grooming tubs, pet wash stations, and shower areas — not to replace flooring in the entire room.
Let’s take a closer look at how RACS raised flooring compares to plastic grates.
Where Is Raised Flooring Actually Used?
To clarify:
RACS raised flooring is designed to sit within the actual grooming or washing station, such as:
- Inside a grooming tub
- On the floor of a dog washing station
- In a shower area designated for pets
It is not meant to replace full-room flooring or be installed across the entire facility. Instead, it provides elevated support within the specific area where the animal stands during bathing or grooming.
This is a key distinction that sets RACS apart from other flooring options — and it’s important to understand when choosing the right setup for your space.
The Problem with Traditional Plastic Grate Inserts
Plastic inserts are a popular choice in many tubs or washing stations because they’re inexpensive and widely available. But they come with a long list of performance issues:
- They break easily. With repeated use — especially for larger dogs — these inserts tend to crack or warp under pressure.
- They’re hard to clean. Pet hair and dirt cling to the plastic and build up over time, making sanitation more difficult.
- They wear down. Claws can scratch the surface, leaving grooves that trap grime and feel rough or sticky underfoot.
- They slide or shift. Lightweight grates can move around during use, increasing the risk of slips or discomfort for the dog.
These problems aren’t just frustrating for professional groomers — they also affect safety, hygiene, and efficiency in any pet washing routine.
The RACS Alternative: Raised Flooring That Works
RACS raised kennel flooring is built to solve the problems common with plastic inserts — without overcomplicating your setup.
Key Features:
- Durability: Made from first-rate steel, RACS flooring holds up to repeated use by dogs of all sizes without bending, cracking, or breaking.
- Plastisol Coating: Each panel is fully coated in plastisol (polyvinyl plastic), offering a non-slip, easy-to-clean surface that resists scratches and won’t trap hair.
- Custom Fit: Our floors are designed to fit inside tubs, showers, and wash stations, providing secure, elevated support right where it’s needed — and nowhere it’s not.
- Easy Cleaning: Unlike plastic grates, RACS flooring stands up to routine cleaning without degradation, offering a cleaner grooming station for each pup.
This is not a full-room flooring solution. It’s a station-specific upgrade that enhances the performance, hygiene, and comfort of the tub or shower area itself.
Why Raised Flooring Matters in Grooming Stations
Whether you’re a professional groomer or setting up a home pet wash station, elevating the dog during a bath serves several important purposes:
- Keeps dogs out of dirty water
- Reduces strain on the dog’s legs and joints by offering a stable, elevated surface
- Keeps paws away from slippery tub floors
- Makes rinsing and scrubbing easier for the person washing the dog
- Helps maintain a clean, sanitary space between washes
RACS flooring delivers on all these needs — without the downsides of standard plastic grates.
Designed for Groomers Who Need Reliability
Our raised flooring is already replacing traditional inserts in high-use grooming operations. Why?
- No breakage under heavy use
- No hair-trapping grooves
- No slippery surfaces
- No sliding inside the tub
Instead, you get long-term value, easy maintenance, and peace of mind that your setup is built for performance.
Final Thoughts: Ditch the Grates, Upgrade to RACS
If you’ve been relying on plastic inserts in your grooming tub or pet washing station, you already know their limitations. Whether it’s hair buildup, rough texture, or premature breakage, these grates weren’t designed for long-term use.
RACS raised flooring offers a superior alternative — designed specifically for the grooming station area, not the entire floor. Our plastisol-coated steel design is the cleanest, most durable, and most professional way to elevate your grooming setup.
Contact RACS Today
Interested in upgrading your tub or dog wash station?
Contact us today to learn more about our raised flooring solutions for grooming and kennel use. Our team can help you find the perfect fit for your station’s size, layout, and performance needs.
