hospital flooring
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FLOORING
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INTRODUCTION Hospital flooring must satisfy numerous
requirements such as- comfort, low maintenance, infection control, safety.
Sustainable flooring alternatives are available to meet these demands and reduce environmental impacts during manufacturing and installation.
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IMPORTANCE Hygiene is the first thing in mind when
it comes to hospitals Floor is the place where bacteria
normally gathers Corridors of hospitals are highly
populated Infection control is a must Considerations : Cleanability,
aesthetics, durability and initial cost
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BENEFITS Can improve employee satisfaction by
reducing staff fatigue, the slip, trip, and the fall incidents
Can reduce maintenance Visible and attractive Reduce environmental impacts during
installation.
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TYPES OF FLOORING - LINOLEUMPROS CONS
Made from renewable resources
Hard wearing and durable Available in a range of
colours and patterns Low allergenic Easy to clean - just mop
with soapy water Cushioned underfoot -
making it more comfortable that tiles or concrete
Lacks warmth Can be dented or
scratched by heavy objects
Hard to repair
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TILESPROS CONS
Available in a wide range of designs, shapes and sizes
Can be used in all areas of the home
Durable Low maintenance Fireproof
Can be uncomfortable to walk on
Can become slippery when wet
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VINYLPROS CONS
Hardwearing Good insulation properti
es Affordable Easy to clean - just mop
with soapy water Comes in hundreds of
styles including imitations of other more expensive flooring such as timber and tiles
Lacks warmth Can be dented or
scratched by heavy objects
Hard to repair Is not a recyclable
material
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KOTAPROS CONS
Hygienic: Kota, being non-porous and moisture resistant, is a hygienic flooring option in humid regions.
Cool: Kota reflects heat and is always cool and comfortable underfoot.
Affordable: Unlike Marble or Granite, Kota stone is very affordable. In fact it is the cheapest stone among other natural stones.
Non-slippery, water-resistant, non-porous,
Flaking: The stone tends to flake over a period of time. However, periodic polishing using polishing wax can eliminate this phenomenon.
Lustreless: Kota lacks the luster of Marble or granite.
Small sized tiles: Unlike Marble and Granite, Kota is not available as large slabs, due to the brittleness of limestone. The maximum sizes are around 240 cm x 75 cm.
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EPOXY FLOORSPROS CONS
Shock resistant Fire resistant Water resistant
Ensure floor is thoroughly cleansed before installation, if not, the whole process has to be repeated again
Impermanent finish : If a very heavy object is dropped, small cracks and chips might occur, if not treated the cracks can grow bigger over a period of time
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TERRAZOPROS CONS
Durability: Lasts for a lifetie if maintained properly
Maintenance : Sweep the floor to remove dust
Density: Water does not penetrate, therefore no accumulation of bacteria
Natural environment : Made of sand, marble and other types of stone, can even be recycled
Surface of the floor is very slippery when it is wet
It doesn’t have any cushioning, it will be hard to stand on for an extended period of time
It is very expensive Only professionals can
install this type of floor
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MARBLE PROS CONS
It is durable It is known for its
superior, royal and decorative purpose
It is quite pleasant and comfortable under feet
Very easy to maintain and requires occasional polishing
It is very expensive Very cool under feet in
winter
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SELECTION OF COLOR Exact light sources to be used, including
daylight where applicable, for correct color selection of flooring
The effects of different lighting on colour appearance of flooring can be checked with professional viewing cabinets that have different illuminants such as fluorescent or incandescent filament bulbs.
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CLASSIFICATION (DALKE.H, 2004) Paler Flooringmajor trend in flooring both soft and hard flooringA pale colour will reflect more light, brightening up any spacemay tend to show the dirt more Darker Flooring may mask dirt and not need to be cleaned so
often may show up lighter dust and debris
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CONTD… Textured Carpet Encourages people to wipe their
shoes(benefit of keeping other floor surfaces cleaner)
View the sample( especially from some distance) before the selection of dark colored textured carpet because of the inclusion of textured shadow detail and the gradual build up of particles
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Small design flooring Small patterns or designs will quickly
merge at a distance, so flooring with a small-detail design should be examined at a considerable distance in situ
Large Area flooring patterned carpet in a corridor can
produce “tracks” or dominant lines and gaps in the design.
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CONTD… Other colors (Dr. Vinod Singh,2011) Beige, pink and blue- Enables patients to relax Beige and honey limestone tiles- Offer the warm feeling Epoxy flooring- can help create a nurturing and
welcoming environment that promotes staff efficiency, positive patient outcomes, healing and well-being.
Beige was found to rank first for walls, floors, curtains, and furniture, whereas the colors of wood and grey shared the second rank for floors and furniture (Schuschke and Christiansen, 1994)
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BEIGE COLOR…
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WOOD…
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DIFFERENT SHADES OF GREY…
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EPOXY FLOORING…
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RECENT TRENDS… Driving the trend's success is an up-tick in
healthcare facility renovations and new construction
Hospital flooring needs to stand up to heavy, around-the-clock foot traffic but also medical equipment, carts, beds and more
It's expected to keep staff, patients and visitors as safe as possible from slips and cushion them from injury when falls do happen
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RECENT TRENDS CONT…. the floor's decorative qualities have become
desirable for a “growing number of hospitals that want to achieve that "homey" feel for patients and visitors”(09.01.10 by Jeff Ferenc Senior EditorLatest products respond to health care trends)
The result is an array of products, including rubber, vinyl sheet flooring, polyolefin, linoleum and terrazzo
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RECENT TRENDS CONT.… There are more flooring options today,
Advances in tufting equipment and computerized design have led to almost unlimited design options such as vinyl and epoxy
One growing trend is the use of product collections across different product categories, such as broadloom, vinyl cushion tufted textile and tile.
vinyl can offer a sophisticated, even edgy look
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HYGIENE FACTORS Wherever patients, staff and visitors
interact, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment is an on-going challenge.
Vinyl, ceramic tile, vitrified, epoxy, marble type of flooring helps in easy cleaning and helps us meet the challenge
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HYGIENE FACTORS CONT.… For patients with significantly compromised
health, including reduced immune system and respiratory capacity, and who may be particularly vulnerable due to their age can easily get infected when they directly come in contact with floor
So the maintenance of floor should also be low at cost and for such flooring the work becomes even more easy.
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HYGIENE FACTORS CONT.… flooring can be cleaned without resorting to
strong, caustic chemicals. There’s also less need to introduce
powerful cleaning chemicals to your intensive care environments
That helps us provide a safe, healthy and comfortable environment for patients and healthcare providers, and reduces maintenance costs by avoiding the need for coating, waxing, stripping or re-waxing.
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SUPPLIERS OF HOSPITAL FLOORING….
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Wonderfloor sigma flooring(Vinyl flooring) : Hospitals/healthcare ( OT/Procedure /Cath lab /ICU/ Post care ), pathology labs, blood banks, pharmaceutical productions /sterile / packing area, clean rooms, food processing industries
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DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FLOORING...
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INTRODUCTION.… Prime elements that drive the hospital floor are
• Coping with the movement of equipment like wheelchairs, carts, gurneys and X-ray machines on a 24-hour basis, (Wheel tracking resistance)
• Cleaning and maintenance performance,• Fire and non-slippery floors
Durable Resistance to contamination High indentation resistance Chemical & stain resistance Resistance to puncturing and impact
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ENTRANCE AREAS. . . First area patients, families and visitors
see Helps in locating services Heaviest foot traffic Hence in need of durable and
welcoming floor Terrazzo and luxury vinyl tile (LVT) can
be the best option.
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CONTD… Terrazzo is a premium, highly durable
option that requires minimal maintenance and lasts for decades. It stands up well to rolling loads, is handicap-friendly and is now available in largely recyclable materials.
LVT offers much of the same durability and even more design versatility.
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ENTRANCE…
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CORRIDORS AND CLINICAL AREAS…
These are the arteries of the hospital. Low-density carpeting (Dr. vinay,2011), Rubber and LVT
is the best. This helps patients who walk and rolling of equipments. It serves to trap airborne germs, which can later be
vacuumed helps in reducing nosocomical infections Time during installation is saved as LVT and rubber
comes in adhesive form. Rubber and LVT can come with protective coatings that
resist scratches and scuffs, reducing maintenance disruptions, labor, water and chemicals
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CORRIDORS…
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LOBBY. . . Depending on marketing considerations
, ceramic tiles, porcelain and terrazzo can be used
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EMERGENCY AND OPERATING THEATRES. . .
Emergency and operating rooms must meet the most strict infection control requirements.
Consideration:- Floor should be impervious to prevent water
ingress and damage to the substrate, creating an environment for bacteria to hide and grow
Vinyl is frequently installed (Dr.Vinay,2011) This type of product comes in large sheets that
have welded seams for infection control Have no joints between the wall and the floor
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CONTD… LVT, sheet and linoleum are great fits
(spectra flooring options) They enable the use of heat welding
and flash coving during installation, making it possible to create a fully aseptic space
These materials come in constructions that promote indoor air quality with low emissions of volatile organic compounds
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OPERATING THEATRE. . .
Vinyl floor Linoleum floor
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NURSE’S STATIONS AND TREATMENT AREAS
Flooring should promote stress reduction, comfort and 24-7 access with materials that allow rapid installation and minimize maintenance.
Traditional linoleum Vincyl composite tile
Turning to LVT, bio-based tile (BBT) and sheet tile flooring
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CONTD… These acts as protective coatings They’ll resist scratches and minimize
the need for waxing, buffing and chemical cleaning
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BIO BASED TILE…
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CAFETERIAS… Stain-resistant, easy to clean and slip-
retardant Sheet vinyl, LVT and tile can be of best
choice
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AT A GLANCE...Department Floor
OPD Marble / Kotah Stone Vitrified / Ceramic
ICU Vinyl (anti- bacterial) Joints, thermo-sealed self leveling epoxy
OTSelf-levelling jointless epoxy / Vinyl (anti-bacterial) static dissipative, joints. thermo sealed
LaboratorySelf-levelling jointless epoxy / Vinyl (anti-bacterial) joints, thermo sealed / vitrified jointless
Day Care Vinyl (anti-bacterial) joints thermo sealed / Self levelling epoxy
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MAINTENANCE Linoleum flooring : Sweep or vacuum the floor
thoroughly, wash with lightly dampened mop, allow floor to dry
Vinyl flooring : Use vacuum cleaner, Use mats in the door way, If your flooring gets stained really badly with tar or paint, use acetone or nail polish remover to get it off, then swab the floor with a damp mop
Rubber flooring : Be very careful about sand particles getting into the grooves. So take the added precaution of placing a floor mat outside the room for guests to wipe their feet on.
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Tiled flooring : When it comes to glazed ceramic tiles, sweeping is a better option than vacuum cleaning as the edge of the vacuum cleaner might land up scratching the tiles.
Wiping your tiles once a week with a solution of white vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:4 will keep them gleaming
Stoned flooring : Never use cleaning products that contain any acid content like lemon juice, vinegar or ammonia based cleaners
Acid takes away the lustre of the stone. If the concentration of acid is very high, the stone could even get corroded.
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Terrazo Flooring :Terrazzo flooring is easy to maintain as compared to other floorings
Sweep the floor lightly to remove dirt At the time of cleaning, the floor should always
be wet otherwise, the soil remain on the floor For removing stubborn soil from the floor, use
electrical scrubbing machine with solution of neutral cleaner
Use damp/wet mop to clean the floor
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Epoxy : Sweep and mop the floor daily, polish when it turns dull
Marble: clean up spills immediately to minimize damage to your stone
Use trivets or mats under hot dishes and cookware Use place mats under china, ceramics, silver and other
objects that can scratch the stone's surface Use a tray for toiletry products in the bathroom to protect the
surface from the damaging chemicals contained in many toiletry products
Dust mop marble floor tile regularly Use door mats inside and out along with runners and area
rugs on marble floors.
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Avoid dragging furniture or other heavy objects across the floor as it will scratch or chip the stone slabs
Remember that stone flooring is porous, so if by chance something falls on the floor it better be mopped up quick
Dust and damp mop and vacuum clean the floor on a daily basis
Just be careful not to scratch the floor
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For the slip-resistant floors, a small auto scrubber is needed to agitate the floors before they are cleaned.
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