Healthcare organizations are choosing interior design materials, including flooring, with sustainability in mind, according to an article on the Health Facilities Management website.
Specific attributes of flooring that affect health and safety include i's effect on indoor-air quality and slip-resistance as well as acoustic and ergonomic properties.
Also, important is a floor's capacity to be maintained through green cleaning methods.
Many flooring companies are disclosing the total environmental impact of their products.
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