There are many businesses that want to ensure that their flooring presents as hygienic an environment as possible on an everyday basis.
There are many reasons why employers and building managers may want to consider this. The requests we receive mainly relate to Health & Safety of employees, aesthetics of the working environment, ease of maintenance or the business operation requiring an entirely dirt-free atmosphere.
As you would imagine from a high quality, experienced supplier like Bradbury Flooring, we have options to meet every need and our knowledgeable team are always on hand to advise what floor covering best meets specific situations.
In terms of hygiene, there are a few products we would recommend: –
Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl flooring can be hot welded to create an impervious covering without gaps which prevents bacteria getting hold, this flooring can be coved up the walls to create an impervious floor and skirting solution. This can be easily cleaned and is particularly favoured in the healthcare sector.
With Vinyl there are 3 individual options, each with their own features and benefits.
Smooth Vinyl is both attractive and durable, providing an impervious finish which can stand up to significant wear and tear. Available in a range of colours, this flooring is often found in schools, hospitals, veterinary surgeries and canteens.
Safety Vinyl is used wherever spillages are likely to be a factor. With the durability of Smooth Vinyl and the added benefit of being slip resistant, this is a great product to use in critical wet areas such as bathrooms, toilets and kitchens.
Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) are the most luxurious vinyl flooring type. Designed and manufactured to closely mimic the look of natural materials such as stone, wood or ceramic, this product produces an impressively beautiful floor.
Rubber Flooring
Perhaps not a flooring material which immediately springs to mind, Rubber is amazingly versatile and has great characteristics which make it an ideal surface when it comes to hygiene and safety. Often used within schools, colleges, universities, hospitals and industrial areas, it can withstand significant, sustained footfall whilst maintaining its integrity. With ribbed or raised coin design options it also has anti-slip properties so is ideal for areas which tend to get wet.
Linoleum
No longer the lower quality product we remember from the 1970s, Linoleum is a popular option for many businesses and institutions where durability is key. Made from Linseed Oil, its very smooth surface means that it is particularly easy to keep clean and hygienically free from debris and the range of colours and designs available makes it a popular choice for those who want something just a little different from block colour.
Coving
Rather than an actual floor covering, this is a wall to floor finish. It creates a seamless, impervious connection between the floor and the wall, blending them into one continuous surface. Eliminating cracks where bacteria can grow, this is great solution to meet regulatory requirements in medical and healthcare environments.
Want to know more?
Regardless of whether hygiene or style is the most important factor to your business, Bradbury Flooring can help you find the perfect flooring solution. Get in touch with us today via https://bradburyflooring.co.uk/contact-us/