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A Fresh Canvas for Creativity – Flooring Upgrade at the Fine Arts Academy at Tannahill

In April 2025, Tannahill Intermediate closed its doors after 28 years of service. Through the WSISD bond program, the campus was reborn as the Fine Arts Academy at Tannahill—a new chapter that called for a creative, high-performance flooring solution. Working with the Tarkett Design On Demand team, Jenkins Contract Flooring helped bring that vision to life with a vibrant, modern flooring layout that complements the school’s focus on fine arts.

The Challenge

The existing VCT flooring throughout the school was outdated and visibly worn, diminishing the overall look and feel of the space. As the campus transitioned into a fine arts academy, WSISD sought a bold new interior that reflected its creative mission and could withstand high student traffic in both the corridors and the cafetorium.

Our Solution

Jenkins Contract Flooring partnered with Tarkett to install Event+ Abstract LVT, a heavy-duty luxury vinyl tile engineered for commercial environments. The new design featured a custom “confetti-style” layout that balanced a sleek gray field color with three vibrant accent tones—each chosen to coordinate with the existing wall tile and energize the space.

Why It Was Chosen:

  • Durability: 3 mm thick LVT with a 30 mil wear layer exceeds industry performance standards

  • Techtonic™ Coating: Advanced polyurethane finish resists scuffs, scratches, and stains

  • Creative Appeal: Wide color palette supports visual storytelling and
creative identity

  • Custom Design: Layout developed by Tarkett’s Design On Demand team for a
unique aesthetic

Execution & Prep

  • Conducted in-situ F2170-compliant moisture testing using Wagner Rapid RH L6 probes for accuracy and automated data reporting

  • Removed aging VCT using a ride-on scraper for speed and safety

  • Mechanically stripped adhesives using diamond-grit grinding tools

  • Prepped concrete slab to meet all installation tolerances

  • Installed using Tarkett 959 HM adhesive, rated for up to 95% RH moisture conditions

The Outcome

The Fine Arts Academy at Tannahill now features a bright, inviting interior that honors its roots while paving the way for future creativity. The new flooring not only withstands heavy daily use but also inspires with its modern color scheme and artistic flair. Students and staff are welcomed into a space that feels refreshed, unified, and built
to last.

Who This Is For

Schools and academic facilities seeking a modern, creative, and durable flooring solution for high-traffic areas like corridors, cafeterias, and common spaces.

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Client

White Settlement Independent School District

Location

Fort Worth, TX 76108


Project Area

Corridors and Cafetorium

Project Specs

Flooring: Tarkett Event+ Abstract LVT

Size: 18” x 18” tiles

Colors Used:

  • Field: Pietro 11188
  • Accents: Splendor 11177, Hydra 11179, Brook 11180

Wear Layer: 30 mil with Techtonic™ finish

Overall Thickness: 3 mm

Adhesive: Tarkett 959 HM (High Moisture)

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