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      <title>CASE STUDY: UDDERS ICE CREAM</title>
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<p><strong>Project Name :&nbsp;</strong>Udders Ice Cream<br><strong>Location :&nbsp;</strong>Jakarta, Indonesia</p>
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<p><strong>Product :&nbsp;</strong>XL PU, Classic Mystique</p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2022 03:33:12 +0000</pubDate>
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      <author>shei@polyflor.com.au (serenahei)</author>
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      <title>CASE STUDY: SKY AWANI 3 RESIDENCE</title>
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<p><strong>Project Name :&nbsp;</strong>Sky Awani 3 Residence&nbsp;<br><strong>Location :&nbsp;</strong>Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia</p>
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<p>High Rise Residential&nbsp;</p>
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<ul><li>Facility Area (for Kids)</li></ul>
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<p><strong>Product :&nbsp;</strong>Polysafe Verona PUR - PURE COLOURS&nbsp;-&nbsp;Monsoon&nbsp;/ Glacier /&nbsp;Cappuccino&nbsp;/ Lemon&nbsp;Drizzle/ Rock Salt / Mocha&nbsp;</p>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:46:23 +0000</pubDate>
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      <title>Why is vinyl often the preferred choice for hospital flooring？</title>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Because of its ease of cleaning, maintenance and dirt-resistant nature, PVC or vinyl flooring is the product of choice for modern healthcare interiors such as hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, pharmacies, and medical centres. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Polysafe_Verona_CORRIDOR_LOOKING_INTO_HOSPITAL_PRIVATE_ROOM_CMYK.jpg-_Seagrass-5211_Glacier-5225-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="hospital corridor and ward with safety vinyl flooring hong kong " class="wp-image-955" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Verona Pure Colour - Seagrass 5211; Glacier 5225</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Hospitals for instance, are exposed to high traffic 24 hours a day, which requires the floor to be capable of withstanding heavy foot traffic and wheel loads. Vinyl flooring can easily handle this task as it is very durable, resilient, and provides comfort underfoot for patients and staff to walk on a daily basis. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/expona-flow-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Expona-Flow-9863-Hospital-Waiting-Room_Auburn-9863-1024x576.jpg" alt="hospital reception with abstract design vinyl flooring hong kong" class="wp-image-956" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Expona Flow PUR - Auburn 9863</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">However, due to the complexity of healthcare establishments, different operational areas need to have different healthcare performance and requirements. In today’s article, we will talk about what other advantages and qualities vinyl flooring has that make it stand out from other healthcare flooring solutions.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="#Anti-static"><strong>1.Anti-static</strong></a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="http://Hygienic-&amp;-Improved-infection-prevention"><strong>2.Hygienic &amp; Improved infection prevention</strong></a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="#sustainable-slip-resistance">3.Sustainable slip resistance</a> </strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="#more-design-options"><strong>4.More design options</strong></a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="#dementia-friendly-designs"><strong>5.Dementia-friendly designs</strong></a></p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center" id="Anti-static"><strong>1.Anti-static </strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/palettone-sd/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/NURSES-STATION-MAIN_Cayenne-Heat-8633_Harvest-Air-8620_Harvest-Air-8620-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="hospital entrance and waiting room with colourful anti static vinyl flooring hong kong" class="wp-image-957" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Palettone PUR - Cayenne Heat 8633<br>Palettone SD - Harvest Air 8620</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">To reduce the risks of static occurring and potential harm to the
patients and staff, anti-static floorings are required in certain healthcare environments
such as x-ray suites, scanner rooms and operating theatres where electro-static
discharges (ESD) can easily occur. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/LARGE-HOSPITAL-ENTRANCE-COOL-GREYS_Pencil-Lead-8608_Frosted-Glass-8606_Pencil-Lead-8608_Frosted-Glass-8606.jpg" alt="hospital lobby with Palettone SD anti static vinyl flooring hong kong" class="wp-image-959" width="660"/><figcaption>Palettone SD - Pencil Lead 8608; Frosted Glass 8606</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Vinyl flooring is widely used in the healthcare sector among the anti-static flooring solutions because of its great anti-static performance and physical features. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/CF19_8611_Palettone_Weekend-Sky_iS-914584056.tif-_Weekend-Sky-86111-1024x1024.jpg" alt="anti-static flooring in hospital operating theatre hong kong" class="wp-image-958" width="624"/><figcaption>Palettone SD - Weekend Sky 8611</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/palettone-sd/"><strong>Palettone SD </strong>(static dissipative)<strong> collection</strong></a> from the Polyflor ESD family is designed to meet specific electro-static resistance requirements and is categorized to ensure that the same terminology is used by all parties (EN14041). This collection is an ideal choice to&nbsp;help reduce possible electrostatic discharge, creating a safer healthcare environment for patients. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Recommended product: </strong><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/palettone-sd/">Palettone SD</a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Use areas: </strong>telecommunications installations, electronics manufacturing, computer rooms and healthcare facilities, such as scanner rooms, X-ray suites and operating theatres.</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center" id="Hygienic-&amp;-Improved-infection-prevention"><strong> 2. Hygienic &amp; Improved infection prevention </strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/forest-fx-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Forest-fx-Hospital-Corridor_Rich-Cherry-3310-Retired-Shade-1024x1024.jpg" alt="hygienic vinyl flooring with wood effect used at hospital's corridor hong kong" class="wp-image-960" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Forest fx PUR - Rich Cherry 3310 (Retired) </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Good hygiene is a top priority when it comes to hospital flooring, as it
is continuously in contact with doctors, nurses, visitors, and patients. A hygienic
floorcovering can not only prevent patients from catching infections and
diseases but also stop bacteria and germs from spreading to the outside of the
hospital. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Healthcare-Warm-Beech-3290-1024x769.jpg" alt="hygienic vinyl flooring used at hospital waiting room hong kong" class="wp-image-961" width="624"/><figcaption> Forest fx PUR - Warm Beech 3290</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">One of the reasons vinyl flooring is more hygienic than other floorcoverings is because it features an impervious layer. This makes bacteria and germs have nowhere to hide. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Croydon-University-Hospital_American-Oak-33801-1024x683.jpg" alt="hygienic vinyl flooring used at croydon university hospital UK1 hong kong " class="wp-image-963" width="624"/><figcaption>Project - Croydon University Hospital,UK<br>Forest fx PUR - American Oak 3380</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">On top of that, vinyl floorcoverings like <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/forest-fx-pur/"><strong>Forest fx</strong></a> feature a polyurethane reinforcement (PUR) for improved cleaning and maintenance, providing a continuous, impervious, and hygienic flooring solution which can be safely used in many healthcare facilities.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Recommended product</strong>: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/forest-fx-pur/">Forest fx PUR</a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Use Areas</strong>: receptions, hospital wards, corridors, circulation areas, therapy rooms, shops, cafes, lifts</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center" id="sustainable-slip-resistance"><strong>3. Sustainable slip resistance</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-standard-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Art-Gallery_Lilac-Blue-4580-1024x1024.jpg" alt="safety vinyl flooring with sustainable slip resistance hong kong" class="wp-image-970" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Standard PUR - Lilac Blue 4580</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Part of the reasons why vinyl is the most common material used in flooring is because it is designed to be slip-resistant. This makes vinyl flooring the ideal floor for busy and heavy traffic spaces like hospitals, where there are risks of water spillage and other contaminants. To set vinyl flooring apart from other floorcoverings, some of the specially designed safety vinyl floorings provide sustainable slip resistance throughout the guaranteed life of the product. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Untitled-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="safety flooring used in care home kitchen hong kong" class="wp-image-967" width="624"/><figcaption>Project - Cwmgelli Lodge care home, UK<br>Polysafe Standard PUR - Autumn Beige 4140</figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/4490_Twilight_Polysafe_Standard_BAR_SPILLAGE_CAMEO_CMYK.jpg-_Twilight-4490-1024x576.jpg" alt="safety flooring designs hong kong" class="wp-image-968" width="624"/><figcaption>Polysafe Standard PUR - Wild Mushroom 4600(Left); Twilight 4490(Right)<br></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Taking<strong> <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-standard-pur/">Polysafe Standard PUR</a></strong> as a good example. Similar with the rest of the Polysafe products, Polysafe Standard PUR achieved a high level of wet slip resistance in Pendulum test, Ramp test and met the EN&nbsp;13845 standard on&nbsp;abrasion test​, providing sustainable slip resistance and continued underfoot protection.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Bexhill-High-School_Cedar-Blue-4060_Ash-Grey-4540_Silver-Birch-4020_Arctic-Blue-4130_Alpine-Green-4110-2-1024x1024.jpg" alt="safety vinyl floor used at the reception and entrance areas hong kong" class="wp-image-973" width="624"/><figcaption>Polysafe Standard PUR - Cedar Blue 4060; Ash Grey 4540; Silver Birch 4020; Arctic Blue 4130; Alpine Green 4110</figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/polysafe-standard-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Bronglias-Maternity-Ward-_Ash-Grey-4540-1024x576.jpg" alt="hospital office and hospital toilet installed safety vinyl flooring hong kong" class="wp-image-972" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Standard PUR - Alpine Green 4110 (Left)<br><br>Project - Bronglias Maternity Ward, Wales<br>Polysafe Standard PUR - Ash Grey 4540 (Right) </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"> Featuring a Polysafe PUR maintenance enhancement for improved cleanability, this safety vinyl range provides constant safety underfoot for the patients while improving the cleaning regime within the hospital. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Recommended product</strong>: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-standard-pur/">Polysafe Standard PUR</a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Use Areas</strong>: washrooms, toilet areas, storage and utility areas, kitchens, food and drinks preparation areas, laundry and sluice rooms, laboratories</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center" id="more-design-options"><strong>4. More design options</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-wood-fx-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Polysafe-Wood-FX-Hospital_Oiled-Oak-3374-1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="vinyl flooring in hospital circulating area hong kong" class="wp-image-980" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Wood fx PUR - Oiled Oak 3374</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Hospital design is about the creation of safe and clean surroundings and an uplifting environment can inspire confidence and a sense of wellbeing amongst patients, staff, and visitors alike. The choice of floorcovering can have a major impact on the ‘feel’ of a hospital interior. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-wood-fx-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/St-Anthony_s-Hospital-_American-Oak-3387-1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="wood effect vinyl floor in detail hong kong" class="wp-image-983" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Wood fx PUR - American Oak 3387</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Vinyl flooring is well-known for its wide variety of design options. It comes in a range of colours, patterns, and imitation of natural materials such as wood and stone, offering more design opportunities for hospital interiors.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-stone-fx-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/POLYSAFE_STONE_WORKING_CAMEO_6011_Jurassic_Stone_3375_Roasted_Limed_Ash_CMYK.jpg_Roasted-Limed-Ash-3375_Jurrasic-Stone-6011-1024x1024.jpg" alt="stone effect safety vinyl flooring Hong Kong" class="wp-image-974" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Stone fx PUR -Jurrasic Stone 6011</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-stone-fx-pur/"><strong>Polysafe Stone fx</strong> </a>is a distinctive safety flooring collection developed to capture the beauty and authenticity of material surfaces with the built-in reassurance of sustainable wet slip resistance.&nbsp;</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-stone-fx-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/POLYSAFE_RECEPTION_5089-Dark_Concrete_3387-American-Oak_CMYK.jpg-_American-Oak-3387_Dark-Concrete-5089_1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="wood and stone effect vinyl flooring in hospital reception and waiting areas Hong Kong" class="wp-image-976" width="624"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Wood fx PUR - American Oak 3387<br>Polysafe Stone fx PUR - Dark Concrete 5089</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">The collection features 22 commercial floor designs with high clarity stone and concrete effects and has been designed to work alongside our classic&nbsp;<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-wood-fx-pur/"><strong>Polysafe Wood fx</strong></a>&nbsp;collection. Together they present endless design possibilities for hospitals, helping to build healing and welcoming environments for patient’s faster recovery.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Recommended product</strong>: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-stone-fx-pur/">Polysafe Stone fx PUR</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-wood-fx-pur/">Polysafe Wood fx PUR</a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Use areas</strong>: receptions, hospital wards, corridors, circulation areas, therapy rooms, shops, cafes, lifts, offices</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center" id="dementia-friendly-designs"><strong>5. Dementia-friendly designs</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Polysafe_Verona_HOSPITAL_WARD_CMYK.jpg-_Cookie-Cream-5201_Pebble-Shore-5233.png" alt="Dementia-Friendly flooring Hong Kong" class="wp-image-984" width="660"/></a><figcaption>Polysafe Verona PUR - Cookie Cream 5201; Pebble Shore 5233</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Choosing the right flooring is key in promoting a more positive and inclusive environment to those living with dementia. Designs that promote harmony and wellbeing through the creation of a sense of calm are important to resident comfort and welfare. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Polysafe_Verona_CORRIDOR_LOOKING_INTO_HOSPITAL_PRIVATE_ROOM_CMYK-1.jpg-_Seagrass-5211_Glacier-5225-1-1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Dementia-Friendly flooring Hong Kong1" class="wp-image-986" width="624"/><figcaption>Polysafe Verona PUR - Seagrass 5211; Glacier 5225</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">As mentioned before, vinyl flooring has its advantage of offering a variety of looks and colours to suit the needs of different healthcare settings. You can find some ideal vinyl flooring options to create your dementia-friendly interiors.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Polysafe_Verona_PRIVATE_HOSPITAL_BEDROOM_CMYK.jpg-_Glacier-5225.png" alt="Dementia-Friendly flooring Hong Kong2" class="wp-image-985" width="660"/><figcaption>Polysafe Verona PUR - Glacier 5225</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">For example, <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/"><strong>Polysafe Verona PURE COLOURS</strong></a> is one of the safety flooring collections from Polyflor that is developed with the requirements of those living with dementia firmly in mind. This vinyl range features a tonal colour bank and matt surface finish, optimised to provide a decoration suitable for specification in dementia-friendly environments. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Recommended product</strong>: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/">Polysafe Verona PUR</a></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Use areas</strong>: operating theatres, offices, waiting rooms, circulation areas&amp; stairs, receptions, toilets, patient wards, cafeterias, pharmacies. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/08/Untitled-1-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="vinyl flooring for hospitals Hong Kong" class="wp-image-988" width="624"/><figcaption>Polysafe Wood fx PUR - American Oak 3387</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">To put it into a nutshell, vinyl flooring is ideally used in healthcare settings for its durability, strong chemical and dirt resistance, anti-static, ease of cleaning and maintenance, slip resistance and more…</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">If you're interested to learn more about how Polyflor flooring can assist in creating healthcare environments, please contact us <strong><em><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/contacts/">here</a></em></strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">You can also discover more about healthcare flooring, along with some Polyflor Case Studies on our <em><strong><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/media/wysiwyg/technical/brochures/brochures-Healthcare.pdf">Healthcare Brochure</a></strong></em></p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">What is Dementia? </h2>
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<blockquote class="wp-block-quote has-text-align-center"><p>There is a common misconception that dementia is a normal part of ageing and that is all about loss of memory - not so!  </p></blockquote>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Dementia is the <strong>umbrella term</strong> describing the symptoms that occur when the brain is affected by certain diseases or conditions. There are many different types of dementia, in fact over 100, although some are more common than others such as alzheimers, vascular, lewy body and frontotemporal dementias. Dementia involves the ongoing and irreversible death of brain cells, as such it is not a normal part of ageing and it is a terminal illness which gradually gets worse. The condition often affects memory, language, understanding, thinking, and the ability for daily activities to be carried out.  </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/07/dementia1-2-1024x929.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-159" width="494" height="448"/><figcaption> Image source: <a href="https://www.neofect.com/">Neofect</a>  </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> The goal is to be able to ‘live well with dementia’ such that quality of life is maintained and even improved for the person with dementia but also for their family, friends and carers. All too often, dementia is seen as leading to inactivity and immobility coupled with loss of both independence and social interaction, yet good care, complemented with good design of the physical environment can make an important and critical contribution towards living well with the condition.  </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">We can all contribute towards making a positive difference for those affected by dementia – the person themselves, their family, friends, and carers. Polyflor is pleased to have worked with the School of the Built Environment at the University of Salford to develop their key principles for dementia-friendly flooring that meet the general guidelines set down in the 2015 Health Building Note issued by the Department of Health.  </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Dementia-friendly flooring is appropriate for a range of diverse settings including our own home, sheltered/extra care housing, dementia hubs and respite care, day centres, hospital/hospice environments, rehabilitation, and intermediate care facilities as well as residential care/nursing home environments. As such, the Salford Institute for Dementia at the University of Salford, in conjunction with Polyflor Ltd has developed the principles overleaf to support the implementation of the Department of Health HBN 08-02 (2015), the British Standard PAS 1365: 2015, and the British Standard 8300 (2009) + A1 (2010). The newly developed principles cross-reference back to these documents where appropriate. These principles are aimed at designers and specifiers of flooring to assist with the implementation of dementia-friendly environments.    </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">10 PRINCIPLES FOR DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY FLOORING  </h2>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"> 1: Develop one continuous flooring surface  </h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/07/Polysafe-Verona-PURE-COLOURS.png" alt="" class="wp-image-166" width="548" height="365"/><figcaption> <em> The <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/">Polysafe Verona PUR - PURE COLOURS</a> collection features a contemporary decoration in a selection of tonal hues optimised for specification within dementia friendly design schemes.</em>  </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Tonal contrast of flooring is important and is more than just the colour (hue) of the product. Ideally, the floor needs to be both seen and experienced as one continuous surface. Choosing flooring products in adjacent areas with similar tones and light reflectance values (LRV) that are close to each other is therefore important.  </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> A large tonal contrast between two adjacent floor surfaces could be perceived as a step and cause confusion for those living with dementia. Threshold strips between two floor surfaces should match the tones of both surfaces. Similarly, barrier matting should blend tonally with adjacent flooring. <strong>[Meets Design Principles 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 in DH HBN 08-02]  </strong> </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">  2: Careful use of tonal contrast  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> If there are changes in flooring between areas used by people with dementia and those that are staff only areas, a large tonal contrast may be beneficial in providing a visual barrier. Similarly, the flooring can be used to highlight main features of a room by having a good tonal contrast with walls and skirting, fixed and loose furniture and sanitaryware.  </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> As a rule of thumb, the light reflectance value (LRV) should be 30 points difference between surfaces in order to get good tonal contrast (BS 8300 S 9.1.1). Additionally, being consistent in the use of materials, finishes and colours to differentiate room and space function is an important consideration. <strong>[Meets Design Principles 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 9 in DH HBN 08-02] </strong> </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">  3: Reduce impact sound  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">  The acoustics of environments used by people with dementia should strike a careful balance between the environment being over stimulating with unwanted noise and being too sound-absorbent that the space in monotonous. Choosing flooring products with acoustic absorption properties can help soften hard and noisy environments and reduce impact sound levels between rooms. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 2 and 4 in DH HBN 08-02] </strong> </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/07/Acoustic-wood-fx.png" alt="" class="wp-image-177" width="534" height="355"/><figcaption> <em>Acoustic flooring should be used in environments used by people with dementia.</em> </figcaption></figure></div>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">  4: Accentuate colours to give depth   </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Using strong hues / colours will give more depth to a room than paler shades and this can help in the perception of the size and shape of rooms to aid wayfinding. People with dementia can find that rooms appear two dimensional if the colours are subdued, particularly if their vision is compromised. <em>Avoid very dark colours as these may be perceived by the person with dementia as holes to fall into, or the dark colours may trigger emotions of imprisonment. </em><br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 2, 4, 6 and 9 DH HBN 08-02]  </strong> </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center"> 5: Avoid sensory overload and false steps  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Using flooring products without too many differing colours and patterns in the design or textures on the floor is important. Similarly, avoid inlaid logos and bands, as well as strong and contrasting grout lines in the flooring finish. Flooring which contributes to sensory overload can confuse the eye and cause a person with dementia to perceive a false step, an obstacle, a hole, or to see the pattern as something it is not (for example, blue swirls as a pattern in a floor may be interpreted as water). This can deter people with dementia from walking across the floor safely without getting distracted, causing disorientation and putting them off balance. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 1, 3 and 9 in DH HBN 08-02]</strong>   </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">  6: Reduce sparkle  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">  Using flooring products without any sparkle or shimmer effect in their design is important as these may be perceived by a person with dementia as being a wet floor surface, which can affect their gait and provide a slip risk. <strong>[Meets Design Principles 1 and 3 in DH HBN 08-02]</strong> </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">7: Promote the use of a matt floor finish  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> A matt appearance to flooring, rather than shiny, will reduce problems of glare, or creating pools of reflected light from the overhead light fittings. Glossy surfaces may be perceived by a person with dementia as slippery or wet and this can lead to confusion and anxiety. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 1 and 3 in DH HBN 08-02] </strong> </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/07/Polysafe-Verona-PURE-COLOURS-hallway.png" alt="" class="wp-image-183" width="542" height="361"/><figcaption>  <em><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/">Polysafe Verona PUR - PURE COLOURS</a> </em>:  Advanced design with safety assured. </figcaption></figure></div>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">8: Blend flecks with the tone of the main floor surface   </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">Where speckles or secondary flecks are being used in the floor material then avoid those with a high tonal contrast between the secondary flecks and the main floor tone. People with dementia may interpret the flecks as pieces on the floor surface and try to pick them up to throw away. Solid colour, or flooring with subtle tonal secondary flecks is preferable. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 1 and 2 in DH HBN 08-02]  </strong> </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/07/Polysafe-Quattro.png" alt="" class="wp-image-186" width="537" height="357"/><figcaption> <em> To assist specifiers in selecting suitable floorcoverings for dementia friendly environments Polyflor has worked with the Dementia Services Development Centre (dsdc) at the University of Stirling. </em> </figcaption></figure></div>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center">9: Avoid unpleasant smells and odours   </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size">Consideration should be given to smells that might build up through the spillage of foods/liquids and incontinence onto floor surfaces. People with dementia may have a strong emotional reaction to particular smells and odours which can lead to confusion and stress. Choosing the right flooring product along with an appropriate cleaning regime is important. Products provided with built-in maintenance enhancements to facilitate easier cleaning are preferable. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 1, 2 and 4 in DH HBN 08-02]</strong>   </p>
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<h2 class="has-text-align-center"> 10: Provide good transition between differing floor finishes  </h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-small-font-size"> Sudden changes of flooring material type, low to high friction or soft to hard, may cause confusion for people with dementia and may present a fall hazard. Transition between differing flooring should be as smooth as possible and pronounced changes in surface finish should be avoided. Where flooring with a raised emboss is used, ensure that its use is limited to areas where additional safety flooring is required, such as wet rooms and barefoot areas. <br><strong>[Meets Design Principles 1, 7 and 11 in DH HBN 08-02] </strong> </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size"> If you're interested to learn more about how Polyflor flooring can assist in creating dementia-friendly environments, please contact us <em><strong><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/contacts/">here</a></strong></em>. <br>You may also discover more about dementia-friendly flooring, along with some Polyflor Case Studies on our <strong><em><a href="https://www.polyflor.com/jh/web.nsf/sectorconfigforms/Healthcare/$file/Dementia%20Brochure.pdf">Specialist Care Brochure</a></em></strong>.  </p>
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      <title>CASE STUDY: Travel Tech for Klook | Creative office design by Bean Buro.</title>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-normal-font-size">  Bean Buro took on the design of the expanded headquarters for the reputable travel technology company KLOOK in Hong Kong. The company is located in an office tower in the Central district and was undergoing rapid expansion to acquire more floor space for the growing team of employees. The expanded area is a whole floor and would house a new reception, a boardroom, a set of meeting rooms, a CEO room, collaboration spaces, phone booths, and working neighbourhoods for 70+ employees.  </p>
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 Upon arrival, visitors are now greeted by the horizontal side of the ‘plane’ structure. The solid timber structure houses the reception, waiting area, pantry, and a set of meeting rooms, with aeroplane-like windows offering glimpses of the activities taking place inside. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"> The designers also drew references to the artist Olafur Eliasson’s works in terms of colours and light, particularly his work <em>Your Rainbow Panorama</em>, a multicoloured, panoramic glass walkway on the rooftop of ARoS Museum in Denmark. They wanted dichroic glass to be a key feature in the central space and to evoke a sunset over an airport, forming a strong identity for the workspace that feels artistic and engaging rather than corporate or cold.  </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"> By connecting Klook’s brand identity, the designers specified <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/silentflor/">Silentflor PUR</a> with shade Burnt Orange (9981), with complementary elements such as warm concrete (<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/silentflor/">Silentflor PUR shade 9967</a>) and oak (<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/forest-fx-pur/">Forest fx PUR shade 2990</a>).   </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">  <em>Images</em> / Courtesy of <a href="https://www.beanburo.com/travel-tech">Bean Buro</a> </p>
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<p><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2021/05/Bean_Buro_Reception_Klook_Silentflor_Burnt_Orange_9981.jpg" alt=""/></p>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 04:28:50 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/case-study-travel-tech-for-klook-creative-office-design-by-bean-buro/</link>
      <guid>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/case-study-travel-tech-for-klook-creative-office-design-by-bean-buro/</guid>
      <author>marketing@polyflor.com.au (Polyflor)</author>
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      <title>LVT vs. Hardwood Flooring. What’s the difference?</title>
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<h2>LVT vs. Hardwood Flooring. What’s the difference?</h2>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">How often do you hear the comparison between <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/commercial/luxury/">LVT</a> and hardwood flooring? How do you decide which type of floor is more suitable to use in your space? While both Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) and hardwood floor can add a touch of elegance to the interior, there are some benefits to each type of floor.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/CF-Dining-5-Morrocan-Cameo-V1_Quarried-Millstone-4532-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl Flooring for the dinning room" class="wp-image-573" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>LVT -<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/colonia/"> Colonia </a>- <a href="https://polyflor.assetbank-server.com/assetbank-polyflor/action/browseItems?categoryId=140&amp;categoryTypeId=2"> </a>Quarried Millstone 4532 &nbsp; </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">To best review the differences between Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) and hardwood flooring, we break flooring down into four qualities:</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong><a href="#LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-Durability"> Durability </a></strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong> <a href="#LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-visual-appeal">Visual appeal </a></strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong> <a href="#LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-cleaning-maintenance">Cleaning &amp; maintenance</a> </strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong> <a href="#LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-usage-areas">Usage areas </a></strong></p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">We hope this guild will help you to find the best flooring solution for your next project.</p>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center" id="LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-Durability"><strong>Durability</strong></h3>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">While many parents with kids and business owners love the
authentic look of hardwoods, they are concerned whether it can withstand the
rough play and heavy traffic. After all, nobody wants to spend a lot of money
on flooring, knowing it is going to be easily damaged. Thus, durability is
always one of the key factors to consider when it comes to picking the right
floor. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Even though hardwood flooring like oak and maple can last for a long time, wood as a permeable material, is hugely affected by the surroundings and climate. This makes it less desirable to be used in residential areas like kitchens and bathrooms, where moisture, dirt and accidental spills are common. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/Eco-Home_Nordic-White-Oak-44362-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for the kitchen" class="wp-image-574" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/projects/EcoHome/">Polyflor Project - Eco Home, UK</a><br>Colonia - Nordic White Oak<br></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">On the other hand, <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/commercial/luxury/">Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVTs)</a>, usually made of 100% synthetic materials, are one of the most durable flooring options out there on the market because of its high resistance to splashes, dirt and climate change.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Luxury vinyl tile consists of individual layers made of high-quality materials and features a protective wear layer to withstand heavy traffic and protect the floor surface. Whether it is for commercial or residential circumstances, LVT is a winner for all applications.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/4068-Blue-Recycled-Wood.jpg-_Blue-Recycled-Wood-4068-small.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for retail spaces " class="wp-image-575" width="462" height="460"/><figcaption> LVT -  <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/expona-commercial/">Expona Commercial</a> - Blue Recycled Wood 4068</figcaption></figure></div>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center" id="LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-visual-appeal"><strong>Visual appeal</strong></h3>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Hardwood flooring offers many styles and patterns from different
species of wood. The commonly used species include oak, maple, cherry, or
exotic species like Jatobe and Ipe, which usually are more expensive than the
domestic hardwoods.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/Camaro-White-Metalstone-2332Sienna-Oak-2248-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for homes" class="wp-image-576" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption> LVT -  <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/camaro/">CAMARO</a> - White Metalstone 2332; Sienna Oak 2248</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">&nbsp;Vinyl tile is growing
hugely in popularity because of its realistic natural wood looks in different designs
and colours. Utilising today’s print technology, each one of the LVTs features beautiful
details, unique textures and can even replicate the feel of real wood. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/CF-Dining-1-Black-_-White-Cameo-V2_Nordic-White-Oak-4436-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring used in Nordic style interior" class="wp-image-577" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>Colonia - Nordic White Oak 4436</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Besides a wide range of authentic wood designs, LVT also
provides a collection of natural mineral designs and modern man-made materials,
including clean and rustic stone effects, strong slate designs and raw
industrial surfaces. You can easily combine different shades and styles from
LVT to create inspirational commercial and residential spaces.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/4435-English-Oak-bedroom13_Fossil-Limestone-4537_English-Oak-4435-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for bedrooms - Colonia" class="wp-image-582" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>Colonia - Fossil Limestone 4537; English Oak 4435</figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/CF16_2252-Classic-Bathroom-Main_Georgian-Parquet-2252-1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for bathrooms - Camaro" class="wp-image-578" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>CAMARO - Georgian Parquet 2252</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">If you are looking for a low-maintenance flooring option,
LVT is probably the best choice. For example, all the LVT collections from
POLYFLOR are resistant to everyday dirt, soil or accidental splashes, which
make the cleaning process much easier. You can sweep or vacuum the floor to
remove loose dirt, grit or dust. For deeper cleaning, you can just simply rinse
the floor with clean water and wipe it with a mop. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/Expona-Commercial-CF16_4021-White-Ash_White-Ash-4021-1024x1024.jpg" alt="Vinyl flooring for kitchens - Expona Commercial" class="wp-image-579" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>Expona Commercial - White Ash 4021</figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/Capture-1.jpg" alt="The layers structure of each Polyflor's Expona vinyl tile and plank - vinyl flooring" class="wp-image-157" width="512" height="680"/><figcaption> <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/amfilerating/file/download/file_id/661/">The layers structure of each Polyflor's Expona vinyl tile and plank</a> </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">At Polyflor, all the LVT collections feature a polyurethane reinforcement (PUR) on the top of the floor layers to support ongoing maintenance and a simple cleaning regime. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Hardwood floorings need waxing on a regular basis to keep the floor shining and lustrous. Because it is not resistant to water, splashes or spills should be wiped off immediately. While hardwood flooring can be used for many years, scratches or wear from age will show up eventually. When this occurs, it is better to ask for help from a professional.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Overall, LVTs are easy to maintain and clean on a daily
basis while hardwood flooring needs to have more proper care and maintenance in
order for them to last many years.</p>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center" id="LVT-vs.-Hardwood-Flooring-usage-areas"><strong>Usage areas</strong></h3>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Hardwood flooring can be used in many residential areas, except in bathrooms, kitchens or in other situations where splashes or dirt are commonly present. Luxury vinyl tiles, on the other hand, are not only suitable for residential areas but also ideally used in light traffic commercial applications such as offices and meeting room, making LVTs one of the most flexible and cost-efficient floor options on the market.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/AFFINITY-CF-9880-Corridor_Smoked-Walnut-9880-1024x1024.jpg" alt="vinyl flooring for hallways and corridors" class="wp-image-583" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption> LVT -  Affinity - Smoked Walnut 9880</figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/03/Office-Wild-Teak-4102-1024x1024.jpg" alt="vinyl flooring for offices" class="wp-image-581" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption>Expona Commercial - Wild Teak 4102</figcaption></figure></div>
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<p>If you're interested in looking for a wide range of designs with the benefit of low maintenance and durability, we recommend checking out our <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/residential/">residential flooring ranges</a>. </p>
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      <guid>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/whats-the-difference-between-lvt-and-hardwood-flooring/</guid>
      <author>marketing@polyflor.com.au (Polyflor)</author>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"> Whenever there is a discussion of office space, the first impression of many is dull partitions and the never-changing of their work environment. Gone are the days of cubicles. Today, companies contemplating keeping employees from home anticipate welcoming them back with dynamic workspaces. </p>
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      <link>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/case-study-live-sport-its-dynamic-work-space-with-palettone-pur/</link>
      <guid>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/case-study-live-sport-its-dynamic-work-space-with-palettone-pur/</guid>
      <author>marketing@polyflor.com.au (Polyflor)</author>
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<h1 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>What is Vinyl Flooring? </strong></h1>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">Invested in the 1930s, vinyl flooring made an impact on the architectural world. By the 1950s, it was a major competitor against other resilient options and had all <br>but surpassed linoleum’s position as the best low-cost water-resistant flooring option for locations such as bathrooms and kitchens. <br>A variety of desirable characteristics continues to make this versatile flooring material a popular option till this day. <br>Vinyl floors are not only popular among homeowners but also property developers who look for long lasting flooring solutions at high foot traffic areas. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">Vinyl Flooring is usually 100% synthetic material, <br>but there are several types of vinyl flooring in the market that cater to different environment and purposes. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image is-style-default"><figure class="aligncenter size-full"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/12/Product-ranges-3.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-25"/></a><figcaption><em>Polyflor flooring ranges: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/expona-commercial/">Expona Commercial PUR</a> is a LVT range,</em><br><em> <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/palettone/">Palettone</a> is Homogeneous &amp;  <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-quattro-pur/">Polysafe Quattro PUR</a> is a safety flooring range. </em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">At Polyflor, we offer our vinyl floorings in <br>sheet, planks and tiles, with flooring types such as heterogeneous, <br>homogeneous, safety slip-resistant flooring and luxury vinyl planks. </p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Homogeneous &amp; Heterogeneous Vinyl Flooring</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/commercial/office/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/12/homogeneous.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-38"/></a><figcaption><em><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/silentflor/">Silentflor PUR</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/palettone/">Palettone </a></em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">Homogeneous vinyl covering is made of one single layer that offers vibrancy and depth of the colour. <br>While on the other hand,&nbsp;heterogeneous flooring&nbsp;is a multi-layer&nbsp;flooring&nbsp;which comes in <br>wide range of beautiful patterns with various design possibilities. This feature gives a look of natural&nbsp;flooring&nbsp;materials.</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Safety Flooring</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/slip-ratings/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/12/Safety-Flooring.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-41"/></a><figcaption><em>Safety Flooring: <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-quattro-pur/">Polysafe Quattro PUR</a> &amp;<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/polysafe-verona-pur-pure-colours-collection/"> Polysafe Verona PUR</a> </em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">Slip resistance is the key feature of safety floorings, thus it is often used in kitchen, bathrooms and public restrooms. <br>Polyflor is a pioneer in manufacturing safety flooring, achieving 50% market share in the UK market alone. <br>All our safety flooring ranges contain what the industry calls Polyurethane Reinforcement (PUR), <br>which protects the surface of the&nbsp;floor&nbsp;covering from dirt pick-up, scuffing and marking during installation and in the interim handover period. <br>Polyflor’s safety flooring is world renown as the flooring ranges feature high-quality, cross-linked polyurethane reinforcement, <br>UV cured to provide superior cleaning benefits, life cycle maintenance savings and optimum appearance retention.&nbsp; </p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Luxury Vinyl Tiles and Planks</strong></h4>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/colonia/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/12/LVT.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-44"/></a><figcaption><em>Luxury Vinyl Tile &amp; Planks<br>(<a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/colonia/">Colonia PUR</a>) </em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">LVT or&nbsp;Luxury Vinyl Tile&nbsp;is an innovative design of&nbsp;vinyl flooring. <br>The realistic look of either wood, stone or ceramic&nbsp;tile&nbsp;is extremely hard wearing and resilient to daily wear and tear. <br>It has a scratch resistant surface and waterproof making it ideal for any room in your home. <br>All LVT ranges by Polyflor also feature polyurethane reinforcement to reduce maintenance costs. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">At Polyflor we create flooring solutions which are both beautiful and functional. <br>Whether it be in the home or in a commercial environment, our products uphold the same level of quality and design standard.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large"><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/bloc-pur/"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2019/12/Polyflor-2-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-71"/></a><figcaption><em>A good environment starts with a good flooring solution. </em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">We believe that the products we choose can help us design for a better environment, both inside and out. <br>Our collection of vinyl flooring, which is suitable for a variety of commercial and residential applications, makes a big impact on the look of a space, but a small impact on the earth.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size">We’ve been proud to offer our customers a wide variety of flooring solutions to suit any need – aged care, retail, residential, healthcare, residential, you name it. <br>Our range of products caters to those looking for superior quality but also to those after unique solutions like sustainable slip resistance, acoustic noise reduction, rubber and sports flooring. <br>Known as one of the world’s top flooring Manufacturers, Polyflor Ltd U.K, we’re able to offer our customers the benefits of versatility, international quality and choice.</p>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:57:03 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/what-is-vinyl-flooring/</link>
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      <title>Several criteria you need to know for choosing non-toxic flooring in 2021</title>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Out of all kinds of floorcoverings in the market today, vinyl flooring without a doubt has become one of the most popular floor options to use in residential and commercial areas. Also known as resilient flooring, vinyl flooring has gained a reputation as being family-friendly due to its durability, low maintenance, high resistance to water and dirt, ease of cleaning, and authentic wood, stone, and abstract designs. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/Untitled-1-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-530" width="620" height="620"/><figcaption><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/camaro/">Camaro - White Metalstone 2332; Sienna Oak 2248</a></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">When it comes to choosing the right flooring for your home, indoor air quality and health have always remained an important topic among many people. To understand this, we need to know what’s Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/4435-English-Oak-bedroom13_Fossil-Limestone-4537_English-Oak-4435-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-537" width="600" height="600"/><figcaption><a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/colonia/">Colonia - Fossil Limestone 4537; English Oak 4435</a></figcaption></figure></div>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>What are Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)?</strong></h4>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Volatile organic compounds, or&nbsp;VOCs, are gases that are emitted into the air from products or processes. They can be emitted by a wide range of products such as paints, lacquers, cleaning supplies, glues, and building materials.</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>Do VOCs have any effects on air quality?</strong></h4>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Even though VOCs can affect air quality and potentially cause health issues for a short amount of time after installation, you can always choose a trusted manufacturer who uses high-quality materials to minimise the risk.</p>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-center"><strong>So, is vinyl flooring safe for homes?</strong></h4>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">With the safety regulations and advanced technologies, vinyl manufacturers like <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/">POLYFLOR</a> make a significant contribution to creating positive indoor environments by producing vinyl planks and tiles for homes and businesses with very low VOC emissions. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/CF16_2342-Geometric-Living-Main_Burnished-Concrete-2342-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-531" width="607" height="607"/><figcaption>  CAMARO - Burnished Concrete 2342  </figcaption></figure></div>
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<h4 class="has-text-align-left"><strong>What makes Polyflor vinyl floorings safe to use?</strong></h4>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">All Polyflor flooring ranges have undergone many independent
and rigorous VOC tests and have approval certification for the following:</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">The most recent test method by Eurofins, is ‘Indoor Air Comfort’. This test method is the most comprehensive and stringent within the industry, worldwide, and tests for all known emissions. Polyflor products tested to date have achieved Indoor Air Comfort Gold. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Polyflor vinyl is favoured for its superior ‘cleanability’ over other flooring products and is used in the strictest of hygiene zones throughout hospitals. An additional benefit of Polyflor’s low maintenance PUR products is the minimised VOC emissions from reduced cleaning chemicals. </p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/Colonia-4438-Cliff-Top-BEDROOM_Cliff-Top-Oak-4438.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-533" width="583" height="776"/><figcaption> Colonia - Cliff Top Oak 4438  </figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">Along with positive VOC test results, there is no evidence to suggest that vinyl flooring contributes to common allergies such as asthma or dust allergies. It is non-shedding, where most allergies are caused by airborne dust (cleanroom test certification for non-shedding is available on most ranges).</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">To further create a safe and healthy indoor environment for the end-users, Polyflor’s <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/catalogsearch/result/?q=expona">Expona</a> and <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.my/product/camaro/">Camaro</a> LVT flooring collections are now produced phthalate-free and/or contain bio-based plasticiser, making POLYFLOR as one of the safest vinyl flooring brands to use in your home.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2021/01/Expona-Commercial-CF16_4021-White-Ash_White-Ash-4021-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-528" width="848" height="848"/><figcaption>Expona Commercial - White Ash 4021</figcaption></figure></div>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 03:20:29 +0000</pubDate>
      <link>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/several-criteria-you-need-to-know-for-choosing-non-toxic-flooring-in-2021/</link>
      <guid>https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/several-criteria-you-need-to-know-for-choosing-non-toxic-flooring-in-2021/</guid>
      <author>marketing@polyflor.com.au (Polyflor)</author>
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      <category><![CDATA[https://www.polyflor.com.hk/blog/category/residential/]]></category>
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      <dc:creator>Polyflor</dc:creator>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Do you find yourself torn between Luxury Vinyl Tile(LVT) and laminate flooring? Or maybe you’re still deciding which flooring will suit your space better?</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Luxury Vinyl Tile, also known as LVT and laminate flooring are two of the most popular choices in the market. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Both LVT and laminate flooring share some similarities such as ease of installation (compared to hardwood floors) and budget-friendly. However, vinyl and laminate have some key differences. </p>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center">What is Vinyl and Laminate flooring?</h3>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/Capture-1.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-157" width="629" height="680"/><figcaption><em>The layers structure of each Polyflor's Expona vinyl tile and plank</em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">There has been a long time myth that Vinyl Flooring is old, outdated, and hard to maintain and the statement couldn’t be further from the truth. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Vinyl Flooring is usually 100% synthetic material, made mostly from fiberglass and PVC. It can withstand heavy traffic and is one of the best low cost and water-resistance floor options for heavy foot traffic and moist areas such as kitchens, bathrooms, classrooms, clinics, and many institutional applications. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">On the other hand, Laminate is mainly made from wood byproducts fused with resins. It is popularly used by homeowners who prefer the style of wood. However, laminate flooring is usually not waterproof and will be easily damaged if the water sits on it for a long period of time. &nbsp;</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/4533-Glazed-MColonia-etalstone-cf_bathroom_main_Glazed-Metalstone-4533_Pearl-2033-strip-size-3mm-x-914mm-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-160" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption><em>Colonia<br>Shade: Glazed Metalstone 4533</em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://mmbiz.qpic.cn/mmbiz_gif/7QRTvkK2qC5NxoasqYoVkVwT9NapGOMOauGMsS61poMZ6V7Urib0qahLYLeDniawzl31Ul6Ik5Dq8zFxR2Coo9vw/640?wx_fmt=gif" alt=""/></figure></div>
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<h3 class="has-text-align-center">What are the advantages of Vinyl vs Laminate flooring?</h3>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/Capture-4.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-163" width="605" height="606"/><figcaption><em>Bexhill High School, UK<br>Product: Polysafe Standard PUR <br>Shade: Cedar Blue, Ash Grey, Silver Birch, Arctic Blue, Alpine Green</em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">One of the biggest advantages of vinyl flooring is its high durability and the ability to withstand heavy foot traffic.</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/Camaro-CF16_2252-Surface-Water_Georgian-Parquet-2252-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-172" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption><em>Camaro<br>Shade: Georgian Parquet</em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-left">Another notable advantage is it is highly resistant to water and easy to clean and maintain. Historically, people think vinyl offers fewer style choices than laminate. However, Vinyl has extended aesthetical options more than before. Now, It is easy to find vinyl flooring with realistic wood, stone, and abstract look designs in a variety of colours. Furthermore, at Polyflor, most of our <a href="https://www.polyflor.com.hk/product/">products</a> contain Polyurethane (PUR) surface treatment to assist ongoing maintenance. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>The benefits of vinyl flooring are but not limited to:</strong><br>Easy to install<br>Lower cost<br>Easy to clean<br>High resistant to water and dirt<br>Low maintenance<br>Withstand high traffic uses<br>Noise absorption<br>Authentic wood, stone, and abstract effects</p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img src="https://www.polyflor.com.my/wp/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2020/07/Affinity-255-CF-9871-Restaurant_Cracked-White-Oak-9871-1024x1024.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-166" width="512" height="512"/><figcaption><em>Affinity <br>Shade: Cracked White Oak </em></figcaption></figure></div>
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<p>Laminate flooring is well-known for its beautiful and authentic appearance. Similar to vinyl flooring, laminate is also highly durable and easy to install, but it is recommended that water and spills should be cleaned up straight away to prevent from damaging the floor. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center"><strong>The benefits of laminate flooring include:</strong><br>Durable<br>Beautiful with an authentic appearance<br>Easy to install and clean<br>Affordable<br></p>
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<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter"><img src="https://mmbiz.qpic.cn/mmbiz_gif/7QRTvkK2qC5NxoasqYoVkVwT9NapGOMOauGMsS61poMZ6V7Urib0qahLYLeDniawzl31Ul6Ik5Dq8zFxR2Coo9vw/640?wx_fmt=gif" alt="This image has an empty alt attribute; its file name is 640"/></figure></div>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">In conclusion, both LVT and laminate flooring has their own distinctive features that are similar but different in terms of longevity as a product that must withstand foot traffic and daily life activities. Also, another mindful consideration of whether the product range the brand offer includes sustainable slip resistance. These are all crucial factors to consider before specifying your choice of flooring. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">At Polyflor, we provide our vinyl floorings in sheet, planks, and tiles, with flooring types such as heterogeneous, homogeneous, safety flooring, and luxury vinyl planks. </p>
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<p class="has-text-align-center">We have always kept functionality and aesthetically in mind when it comes to designing and manufacturing our flooring ranges to suit any residential and commercial needs.</p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2021 02:30:29 +0000</pubDate>
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