Gradus, a leader in contract interior solutions, is revolutionising healthcare environments with its extensive range of products. These innovations are meticulously designed to address the unique challenges faced by healthcare facilities, ensuring they are functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing.

In the demanding world of healthcare, where the environment plays a crucial role in patient recovery and staff efficiency, Gradus stands out with its comprehensive solutions. The company’s SureProtect range of wall cladding products is a testament to this commitment. SureProtect Pure® offers a smooth, easy-to-clean surface that acts as an impermeable barrier against moisture and bacteria, making it ideal for maintaining hygiene in hospitals and care homes. Meanwhile, SureProtect Endure® is designed to withstand the rigors of high-traffic areas, with its through-coloured material concealing the effects of impact and abrasion. For those looking to add a touch of inspiration to clinical spaces, SureProtect Artworx® provides bespoke printed finishes that transform sterile environments into welcoming and uplifting spaces, and SureProtect Design® provides a modern and stylish wallcovering combined with excellent surface protection in 7 wood finishes.

Barrier Matting is another critical aspect of healthcare design, and Gradus addresses this with its primary and secondary barrier matting solutions. The Esplanade 6000, for instance, is a primary barrier matting that significantly reduces dirt and moisture at entrances by up to 90%, thereby improving safety and extending the lifespan of adjacent floor coverings. This not only enhances hygiene but also contributes to long-term maintenance savings.

Stair safety is paramount in any healthcare setting, and Gradus offers the most extensive range of stair edgings in the UK to work with all new and existing floor finishes. The Gradus XT Stair Edging range is particularly noteworthy, featuring slip-resistant inserts that extend around the entire leading edge of the step. This design ensures maximum foot contact with the slip-resistant element, thereby reducing the risk of slip accidents and ensuring compliance with the latest building legislation and standards.

Understanding the specific needs of dementia care environments, Gradus has developed solutions that minimise disorientation and enhance safety in healthcare spaces for people with dementia. All Gradus products have been tested to provide accurate Light Reflectance Values (LRVs) to ensure that specifiers can create spaces with the correct amount of visual contrast. As well as this, Gradus has several ranges including Wall Protection, Barrier Matting, Stair Edgings and Floor Trims that have been tested and accredited by the Dementia Services Development Centre (DSDC) for use in dementia care environments.

For architects and specifiers looking to enhance their healthcare projects, Gradus offers a wealth of expertise and a range of products that meet the highest standards of functionality, safety, and aesthetics.

Download their Healthcare Specification Guide to Walls, Floors and Accessories for further guidance on their full system solutions now: Healthcare - Specification Guide to Floors, Walls & Accessories | Gradus - contract interior solutions

Their Care Home Specification Guide to Walls, Floors and Accessories can also help with key product recommendations for care facilities: Specialists in Care Home Solutions | Gradus - contract interior solutions - Interactive Brochure-

For more information, contact Gradus at 01625 428922 or visit their website at www.gradus.com