Posts Categorized: Hospital Flooring

One of the biggest challenges in designing a hospital is the vast array of spaces which need to be created, maintained, and often prevented from contaminating other areas of the facility.  The different areas of a hospital require vastly different solutions based on how each individual space will be used. Flooring is a key element…

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Seamless resinous floor coatings are ideal for a variety of commercial and industrial settings. For businesses, a seamless flooring system offers huge benefits over alternatives, such as bare concrete or vinyl tiles, while not having any major drawbacks aside from -potentially- a slightly higher installation cost. However, the durability and sustainability justify the up-front costs….

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When most people consider renovation and repair of hospital and medical facilities flooring, the first thought is usually ORs, clean rooms, and laboratories. Often overlooked, yet equally as important however, are the supplemental areas such as lavatories and locker rooms, commercial kitchens, storage, and utility closets. Black Bear Coatings & Concrete, the Northeast’s leading commercial…

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The healthcare industry requires mission-critical performance from a commercial flooring system. The versatility of polished concrete offers an array of benefits that facilities should recognize. Polished concrete has become the solution of choice for many commercial clients including healthcare, medical device and drug production manufacturers. Healthcare organizations take advantage of the durability and chemical resistance…

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Every industry has unique operating conditions and business requirements that influence large facility flooring decisions. Many flooring systems exist and at times, the choices may seem overwhelming. If your organization is in the market for new flooring, answering the following five questions may help you identify options that will best meet your needs: 1. Is…

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What do hazmat teams and engineered flooring systems have in common? More than you would initially believe. While most people wouldn’t think to associate a floor with the containment of infectious diseases and hazardous contaminants, in several instances it’s quite prevalent. An important consideration that hospitals, clinics, hospice, and assisted living facilities contemplate is an industrial…

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When it comes to flooring in operating rooms, cleanliness is a top priority. Hospitals are very concerned about infections, so hygiene in every area of the facility and especially in the OR is essential. There are many different flooring options available, but here are three important factors to consider: Operating rooms are subject to stringent…

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When it comes to flooring, hospitals present unique challenges to designers and facilities managers. Most hospitals operate 24/7 and safety for patients and employees is a top priority. There are many types of hospital floors and healthcare flooring requirements. As a result, there is a lot to consider when installing a flooring system in a…

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The best hospital flooring options provide solutions to meet the many demands of healthcare environments. Choosing the best hospital flooring will also depend on the types of hospital floors. For instance, the intensive care unit may require special hospital flooring standards that differ from those in general areas. Exam room flooring, operating room flooring, or medical office…

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