transform space for healthcare
Flooring Toolkit
FEATURED PRODUCT / Energize in colors integrate, change + adapt
transforming healthcare spaces from the inside out
There are many different spaces that define healthcare environments – each playing a role in the health and wellbeing of patients and families. Welldesigned spaces can maintain safety, reduce the risk of infection, impact HCAHPS scores and raise overall patient satisfaction while also supporting a system of care. Today, healthcare facilities are actively working to improve the patient experience, creating environments that are welcoming and promote comfort and wellbeing to positively influence individual outcomes and quality of care. Insights
Photo: Laura Peters
PROJECT /
UCSD Internal Medicine & Medicine for Seniors, La Jolla, CA / Cannon Design
Timber Grove II 20 mil in yarrow + boxwood >
healthcare spaces by type
public areas, atriums + cafés >
corridors + walkways
consultation + exam rooms > operating rooms > patient + recovery
reception + waiting areas > walkways > nurses’ station > recovery rooms > wellness + treatment > offices + administrative >
public areas atriums + cafés
As the initial point of entry into most healthcare spaces, public areas are prime spots to create positive, lasting impressions. The design of these spaces should be welcoming and bright, paving the way for a seamless experience. Incorporating wayfinding strategies and natural light can set the tone for a space, enhancing a calming environment.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
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Stratified+ in capri, pewter and frost Binary area rug in emerald-smoke
public areas, atriums + cafés
what are the top performance needs?
Public spaces are high-traffic areas with flooring that needs to last. Choose durable products with resistance to both scratch and scuff for long-term performance. Specifying flooring that is easy to install and easy to maintain is an important part of the overall design, creating an environment that blends patient experience and human performance.
Recommended Flooring /
homogeneous tile > LVT > bio-based resilient > walk-off tile >
Photo: Jun Tang Photography
scratch resistance
Whether it’s from furniture that has been pulled across the floor or sand and dirt from foot traffic, ‘micro scratches’ are a common concern with resilient flooring. To demonstrate the performance of ExoGuard+ against micro scratches, the Patcraft technical team created the RTS test method based off of the Martindale procedure.
easy to clean + maintain
Resilient flooring is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and eliminating harsh cleaning chemicals in the breathing zone.
low VOCs + ortho phthalatefree
Our resilient flooring is FloorScore certified, with low VOC and ortho phthalatefree, contributing to better indoor air quality and overall material health.
PROJECT / Doheny Eye Institute / Kardent
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Splitwood in almond gold
corridors + walkways
Areas of transition should be easy to navigate and clearly defined. Leveraging color and shape to encourage wayfinding can help guide movement with visual cues, using flooring to define space and enhance functionality.
FEATURED PRODUCTS /
Holistic Shades in uplift
Holistic Thrive in sprout
accessible + adaptable
To meet the changing needs of acute care, spaces need to be accessible and flexible. Sufficient clearance in corridors for mobile traffic and layouts that allow for reorganization of space can accommodate shifting needs.
zoning + wayfinding
Through color and shape, flooring is a great way to incorporate directional queues within a space.
corridors + walkways
what are the top performance needs?
When specifying flooring, consider the flow of traffic from both the people and the equipment that move through these spaces. Prioritize performance attributes including roller mobility, scuff and scratch resistance, cleaning and maintenance — in addition to acoustic performance to help reduce reverberating noise.
Recommended Flooring /
homogeneous tile > heterogeneous sheet > LVT >
bio-based resilient >
ReWorx hybrid flooring hybrid flooring >
PROJECT /
UCSD Internal Medicine & Medicine for Seniors, Cannon Design
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Timber Grove II in boxwood
scratch resistance
Whether it’s from furniture that has been pulled across the floor or sand and dirt from foot traffic, ‘micro scratches’ are a common concern with resilient flooring. To demonstrate the performance of ExoGuard+® against micro scratches, the Patcraft technical team created the RTS test method based off of the Martindale procedure.
stain resistance
Our resilient products feature an ExoGuard finish that resists soil and stains, as well as harsh chemicals and damage from alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
roller mobility + rolling loads
The artery of a healthcare space, traffic flow areas need seamless transitions coupled with enhanced durability to sustain the impact of rolling loads and mobile equipment.
easy to clean + maintain
Patcraft resilient is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and eliminating harsh cleaning chemicals in the breathing zone.
La Jolla, CA /
Photo: Laura Peters
reception + waiting areas
Designing a welcoming and warm environment for reception and waiting areas can create a sense of comfort for patients and their caregivers. Biophilic design elements such as color, texture and patterns that are rooted in nature can contribute to a calming experience.
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Inset in pearl silver
biophilia
Bring the outside in by incorporating natural light. And using polish optional resilient flooring can help to reduce glare within healthcare spaces, positively impacting the patient experience and minimizing any discomfort associated with glare from bright light sources.
deinstitutionalized design
Creating environments that are comforting and calming contributes to a positive experience for both patients and caregivers. High-quality home-like or natural materials create an attractive noninstitutional ambiance that is welcoming for patients and families a like.
what are the top performance needs? reception + waiting areas
In addition to being warm and welcoming, reception and waiting areas need to be high-performing to meet the demands of a busy environment. Combining hard and soft surfaces in these areas provides comfort and durability. High-performing flooring features from – appearance retention to stain resistance, ease of maintenance to cleanability – are important attributes to consider.
Recommended Flooring / homogeneous tile > LVT > bio-based resilient > soft surface >
ReWorx hybrid flooring >
stain resistance
Flooring that resists soil and stains are essential in these areas. Both our ExoGuard resilient finish and EcoSolution Q nylon fiber is constructed to resists soil and stains, as well as high appearance retention over time.
easy to clean + maintain
Patcraft resilient is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and lower lifecycle costs that help to extend the lifespan of the floor.
acoustics + sound control
Acoustics play a critical role in open communal spaces. Consider a balance between hard and soft surface to help with both transitions and acoustics.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Patina in artfully rusted
PROJECT / Vassey Dental Partners / Blue Fox Designs, Inc.
nurses’ stations
As the hub of a busy healthcare environment, a nurses’ station is met with long hours and evolving needs. Spaces should be flexible and adaptable — designed to support human performance — offering a range of solutions that provide comfort, promote connectivity, and enhance functionality.
Areas of transition should be easy to navigate and clearly defined. Leveraging color and shape to encourage wayfinding can help guide movement with visual cues, using flooring to define space and enhance functionality.
accessible + adaptable
FEATURED PRODUCTS /
To meet the changing care, spaces need to and flexible. An adaptable modular and mobile opportunities for reorganization flexibility to support
Holistic Shades in uplift Holistic Thrive in sprout
acoustics + sound control
Flooring can provide opportunities to enhance acoustic design — balancing focused activities in open settings with soundabsorbing materials.
changing needs of acute be accessible adaptable layout with elements provide reorganization and shifting needs.
biophilia
From visuals inspired by nature to the use of natural light, biophilic design enhances moods and wellbeing for a positive work environment. Through color, texture and soothing natural elements, create mindful spaces that create calm and focus in fastpaced environments.
nurses’ stations
what are the top performance needs?
These spaces must balance performance attributes that are critical to productivity —durability, roller mobility, flexibility, and comfort underfoot — attributes that contribute to the overall functionality and ensure the area’s long-term performance.
Recommended Flooring / homogeneous sheet > heterogeneous sheet > LVT > bio-based resilient >
ReWorx hybrid flooring >
comfort underfoot
Our resilient products are designed to support human performance –providing smooth mobility and more support underfoot for long shifts on your feet.
roller mobility
Flooring plays an important role in the functionality of a space. Our resilient is designed for easy transitions in flexible environments and with dimensional stability to sustain the impact of rolling loads and mobile equipment use over time.
acoustics + sound control
Acoustics play a critical role in open communal spaces. In addition to soft surface flooring, LVT and other resilient products can offer sound control for focused areas.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Holistic in elate
exam + consulation rooms
Creating connections through design provides a level of comfort, evoking a positive emotional response to transform the experience of both patients and families. These areas should be inviting, warm, functional and flexible. They must also balance acoustics and promote privacy, resulting in a soothing space.
biophilia
From visuals use of natural enhances moods patients. Through soothing natural calming spaces of warmth and healing and
PROJECT / UCSD Internal Medicine & Medicine for Seniors, La Jolla, CA / Cannon Design biophilia
visuals inspired by nature to the natural light, biophilic design moods and wellbeing for Through color, texture and natural elements, create spaces that evoke a feeling and comfort to promote wellness within.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Timber Grove II in boxwood
acoustics + sound control
Flooring can provide opportunities to enhance acoustic design — offering patient privacy with soundabsorbing materials.
Photo: Laura Peters
exam + consulation
rooms
are the top performance needs?
Flooring plays an important role in the design of these frequently used areas. Performance attributes including ease of maintenance, roller mobility and noise reduction contribute to the functionality of the space. homogeneous sheet > heterogeneous sheet > LVT > bio-based resilient > Recommended Flooring / what
roller mobility
Flooring plays an important role in the functionality of a space. Our resilient is designed for easy transitions in flexible environments and with dimensional stability to sustain the impact of rolling loads and mobile equipment use over time.
acoustics + sound control
Acoustics play a critical role in examination and consultative space by helping to ensure patient privacy, while also aiding in sound reduction for a positive patient experience. Flooring can provide opportunities to enhance acoustic design — balancing private and public spaces with sound-absorbing materials.
easy to clean + maintain
Patcraft resilient is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance, less disruption and lower lifecycle costs that help to extend the lifespan of the floor. It also eliminates harsh cleaning chemicals in the breathing zone.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Enrich sheet in encourage
operating rooms
As one of the most scrutinized areas within a health system, the operating room must be designed as a high-performing, highly efficient space. It is critical that operational disruptions are minimized and with little downtime to provide continuous patient care that is vital to hospital operations. Design innovations that are durable and easy to install are paramount in creating spaces that are conducive to this fastpaced environment.
Photo: Kristin Faye Photography
accessible + adaptable
Spaces that are designed with an adaptable layout and modular design elements provide opportunities for reorganization and flexibility to support shifting needs.
color + pattern
Select low-contrast colors that make identifying dropped surgical equipment easier.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Holistic in echo
operating rooms
what are the top performance needs?
Healthcare facilities are 24/7 operations, meaning they never shut down. Replacing flooring requires quick turnaround times for installation. Consider specifying adhesives that speed up installation and minimize downtime limiting hospital disruptions. Additionally, consider the flooring’s ability to withstand the weight of rolling loads and its stain resistance to ensure durability.
Recommended Flooring /
homogeneous sheet > homogeneous tile > resinous flooring >
quick installation
Flooring that requires minimal downtime for installation and replacement is essential for operating rooms. Specifying S150 spray adhesive with homogeneous sheet can reduce the downtime of an operating room by 24 hours compared to a traditional spreadable adhesive.
infection control
Products that offer a monolithic surface in areas where a higher level of infection control is critical. Select products that meet FGI guidelines that provide an integral coved wall base that is carried up the wall a minimum of 6 inches (150mm) and is tightly sealed to the wall. Flash coved and seam welded products provide a non-porous surface that is easy to clean and sanitize.
roller mobility
Flooring plays an important role in the functionality of a space. Our resilient is designed for easy transitions in flexible environments and with dimensional stability to sustain the impact of rolling loads and mobile equipment use over time.
stain resistance
Our resilient products feature an ExoGuard finish that resists soil and stains, as well as harsh chemicals and damage from alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
easy to clean + maintain
Resilient sheet products do not require polish and can be coved to create a monolithic, seamless floor that is easy to maintain and clean.
operating rooms
Patient and recovery rooms are spaces of healing, designed for comfort and privacy. Through color, texture and natural light, design can set the tone for a space, creating environments that evoke a sense of wellbeing — supporting connections and improving the patient experience.
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Enrich sheet in encourage
acoustics + sound control
Noise and unwanted sounds can have a great impact on a patient’s experience. Flooring can provide opportunities to enhance acoustic design — minimizing sound that can be disruptive to the healing process.
biophilia
Nature inspired design elements help create mindful spaces that evoke a soothing feeling and promote healing essential for the recovery process.
comfortable + communal
Design elements featuring soothing colors and visuals with soft features can evoke a comforting feeling and enhance connectivity and wellbeing of patients, families and caregivers.
patient + recovery rooms
what are the top performance needs?
Recommended Flooring /
When specifying flooring, consider the flow of traffic from both the people and the equipment that move through these spaces. Prioritize performance attributes including roller mobility, scuff and scratch resistance, and cleaning and maintenance — in addition to acoustic performance to help reduce reverberating noise. homogeneous sheet > heterogeneous sheet > LVT > bio-based resilient >
stain resistance
Our resilient products feature an ExoGuard finish that resists soil and stains, as well as harsh chemicals and damage from alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
roller mobility + rolling loads
The artery of a healthcare space, traffic flow areas need seamless transitions coupled with enhanced durability to sustain the impact of rolling loads and mobile equipment.
easy to clean + maintain
Patcraft resilient is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and eliminating harsh cleaning chemicals in the breathing zone.
underbed warranty
10 year underbed warranties are available for resilient products that are installed with Lokworx+, S-150 spray and Shaw 4151.
acoustics + sound control
Acoustics play a critical role in healthcare environments by helping to ensure patient privacy, while also aiding in sound reduction to positively impact the patient experience.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Holistic Shades in calm Holistic Thrive in reflect
wellness, treatment + rehabilitation
Active spaces that center around recovery need to promote health and wellbeing from the inside out. Biophilic design elements can create environments that are warm and inviting – evoking a sense of comfort and wellbeing to positively influence patient outcomes and enhance individual experiences.
PROJECT / Be Well Orange County / Boulder
deinstitutional design
Less clinical, more comforting design elements and aesthetics help to evoke a sense of familiarity and relaxation that can positively influence patient outcomes and enhance the quality of care.
biophilia
Nature inspired design elements help create mindful spaces that evoke a soothing feeling and promote healing essential for the recovery process.
acoustics + sound control
Noise and unwanted sounds can have a great impact on a patient’s experience. Flooring can provide opportunities to enhance acoustic design — minimizing sound that can be disruptive to the healing process.
Photo: Caleb Tkach
wellness, treatment + rehabilitation
are the top performance needs?
Material health, durability, cleanability and ease of maintenance are key priorities within these spaces. Choose flooring that is designed to hold up to heavy equipment, resist indentation and provide comfort underfoot for a balanced solution.
homogeneous sheet >
homogeneous tile > LVT >
ReWorx hybrid flooring > Recommended Flooring / what
FEATURED PRODUCT / Smart Stride in chalk line
strong + durable
Flooring in these spaces need to be strong and durable to guard against damage from dropped equipment and heavy rolling loads. Products with strong dimensional stability can resist indentation and long-term damage from heavy traffic and stationary objects.
scratch resistance
Whether it’s from furniture that has been pulled across the floor or sand and dirt from foot traffic, ‘micro scratches’ are a common concern with resilient flooring. To demonstrate the performance of ExoGuard+ against micro scratches, the Patcraft technical team created the RTS test method based off of the Martindale procedure.
easy to clean + maintain
Resilient flooring is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and eliminating harsh cleaning chemicals in the breathing zone.
warranty
10 year underbed warranties are available for resilient products that are installed with Lokworx+, S-150 spray and Shaw 4151.
low VOCs + ortho phthalate-free
Our resilient flooring is FloorScore certified, with low VOC and ortho phthalate-free, contributing to better indoor air quality and overall material health.
offices + administrative
Design opportunities to promote health and wellbeing should also extend to work environments within healthcare spaces. Through biophilic elements, soundabsorbing materials, and adaptable, communal spaces, create environments that support flexibility and balance — designing for connectivity.
accessible + adaptable
To meet the changing healthcare, work spaces to be accessible and An adaptable layout function spaces and elements provide opportunities for reorganization and
acoustics sound control
Flooring can opportunities enhance acoustic design — balancing focused activities open settings
changing needs of spaces need and flexible. layout with multiand modular opportunities and flexibility
biophilia
acoustics + control can provide opportunities to acoustic balancing activities in settings with
From visuals inspired by nature to the use of natural light, biophilic design enhances moods and wellbeing for a positive work environment. Through color, texture and soothing natural elements, create mindful spaces
Floraculture + Perennial in marigold
Pressed in mist
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Mark Making in pure and bliss
offices + administrative
what are the top performance needs?
High-performing, durable products that offer ease of maintenance and stain resistance play an important role in the design of communal spaces. Flooring that aids in sound control and acoustics can also help to balance the space for focused activities.
Recommended Flooring /
soft surface >
LVT >
ReWorx hybrid flooring >
stain resistance Flooring are essential our ExoGuard and EcoSolution is constructed stains, retention
stain resistance Flooring that resists soil and stains essential in these areas. Both
ExoGuard® resilient finish
EcoSolution® Q nylon fiber constructed to resists soil and as well as high appearance retention over time.
easy to clean + maintain
Patcraft resilient is polish optional, offering easy, low-cost maintenance and lower lifecycle costs that help to extend the lifespan of the floor.
acoustics + sound control
Acoustics play a critical role in open communal spaces. Consider a balance between hard and soft surface to help with both transitions and acoustics.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Restorative in fog and earth
healthcare flooring by type
FEATURED PRODUCTS / Lineo in sand, dune + latte
homogeneous sheet > heterogeneous sheet > homogeneous tile > bio-based resilient > pcv-free resilient > LVT > soft surface > walk-off tile > resinous >
homogeneous sheet
Homogeneous sheet has a continuous construction with a true through-pattern designed for even wear. With superior gouge resistance, its ExoGuard® top-coat resists soil, scratches, abrasions and stains, including medical stains and damage from alcohol-based hand sanitizers. It’s easy to heat weld and flash cove for seamless installation where superior infection control is critical. Available in a broad palette of colors and patterns with coordinating weld rod.
seamless installation for infection control
scratch resistant stain resistant
roller mobility ideal for wayfinding + zoning
easy to clean + no polish needed
FEATURED PRODUCT / Holistic Shades in rest + Holistic Thrive in become explore styles + colors > operating rooms > corridors + walkways > nurses’ stations > patient + recovery rooms > recommended spaces /
heterogeneous sheet
Our most versatile product platform for healthcare spaces, heterogeneous sheet offers high performance, easy cleaning and maintenance, and design versatility. With a strong layered construction and our ExoGuard® top-coat, our heterogeneous sheet products can withstand soil, staining, scratches and rigorous cleaning. Available in a variety of visuals from natural wood grains to abstract patterns, it’s a top performer for any healthcare space.
heat weld + flash cove for seamless installation
scratch resistant stain resistant
low VOC + FloorScore certified
easy to clean + no polish needed broad palette of patterns + colors
FEATURED PRODUCT / Sense Sheet in esteem
public areas, atriums + cafés > corridors + walkways > reception + waiting areas > nurses’ stations > patient + recovery rooms > wellness + treatment > recommended spaces /
explore styles + colors >
homogeneous tile
Our homogeneous tile is a solid resin resilient constructed to withstand the most demanding environments. Its continuous construction allows for scratches, scuffs and stains to be easily buffed. Ideal for wayfinding, zoning and branding, it can be water-jet cut, heat welded and flash coved for seamless, water-tight transitions. Durable and easy to maintain, it’s backed by a 25 year commercial limited warranty. Low cost maintenance reduces life-cycle costs and extends product life, ensuring longer lifespan for the floor.
explore styles + colors > operating rooms > public areas, atriums + cafés > corridors + walkways > reception + waiting areas > nurses’ stations > wellness + treatment > recommended spaces / FEATURED PRODUCT / NuMix in sepia solid
bio-based resilient
Our EcoSystem bio-based collection is a PVC-free construction made from rapidly renewable resources and contains no ortho-phthalate plasticizers or solvents. A high-performance flooring solution that provides dimensional stability and superior strength – its non-porous construction and ExoGuard+® top-coat can withstand scratches and stains. In coordinating abstract and wood visuals in sheet and plank options, it’s ideal for a variety of healthcare spaces.
scratch resistant stain resistant PVC-free ortho-phthalate free + low VOCs
sheet + plank options easy to clean + no polish needed strong dimensional stability
public areas, atriums + cafés
FEATURED PRODUCT / Enrich Plank in soothe
corridors + walkways > reception + waiting areas
nurses’ stations
wellness + treatment > recommended spaces /
patient + recovery rooms
explore styles + colors
LVT
Design and durability go hand in hand. Our high-performance LVT collections offer the design flexibility and durability for today’s healthcare spaces. With our ExoGuard® top-coat designed to withstand soil, staining, scratches and rigorous cleaning, LVT offers a variety of colors, patterns and sizes to suit a variety of healthcare spaces.
scratch resistant stain resistant
easy to clean + no polish needed
low VOC + FloorScore certified
variety of visuals + sizes
broad palette of colors
FEATURED PRODUCT / Energize in gather
public areas, atriums + cafés > corridors + walkways > reception + waiting areas > nurses’ stations > patient + recovery rooms > offices + administration > wellness + treatment > recommended spaces /
explore styles + colors >
soft surface
Soft surface can provide warmth and comfort to communal health and wellness spaces. Our high-performance carpet and soft surface collections offer patterns and sizes to suit a variety of healthcare spaces. Constructed with EcoSolution Q® nylon and EcoWorx® backing, our products are Cradle to Cradle Certified® V.4 Silver and can be recycled at the end of their useful lives through our environmental guarantee.
stain resistant
PVC-free easy to clean
broad palette of colors variety of visuals + sizes recyclable + renewable
Cradle to Cradle Certified® is a registered trademark of the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute.
FEATURED PRODUCT / Seville tile in plata + macadan
explore styles + colors > reception + waiting areas > nurses’ stations > offices + administration > wellness + treatment > recommended spaces /
walk-off tile
From entryway to the interior, walk-off tile is a flexible and functional modular offering, designed to reduce debris and dirt from entering a building. This innovative construction and soft textural visuals combine the performance of a walk-off tile with beauty of soft surface. Walk Forward is designed to isolate and trap dirt and soil that is brought in from outside, preventing it from tracking into other areas of the building – keeping the environment cleaner and reducing the overall cost of maintenance.
soil + stain resistant
easy to clean
PVC-free ortho-phthalate free + low VOCs
recyclable + renewable acoustics + sound control
FEATURED PRODUCT / Connecting in saunter explore styles + colors > public areas, atriums + cafés > corridors + walkways > recommended spaces /
tools + resources
technical + performance / product solutions /
scratch resistance > stain resistance > moisture control > acoustics + sound control >
cleaning + maintenance > projects > material health/ antimicrobial > installation >
accessories >
scratch resistance
RTS tear sheet > RTS digital brochure > RTS video >
stain resistance
Holistic stain testing > Longitude stain testing >
moisture control
taming moisture brochure > moisture decision tree > moisture solutions >
acoustics + sound control
acoustics brochure > sound advisor >
material health + anti-microbial
Green Health Approved brochure > antimicrobial resources > anti-microbial white paper > materiality > EcoSystem lookbook > reTURN >
cleaning + maintenance
installation
geometrix > resilient installation > carpet installation > adhesives >