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Polyflor helps community centre
and Woodpecker Hall function room. Specified by architects Michael Weakley Associates, Forest fx PUR vinyl sheet flooring in the warm Rich Cherry shade was selected for the installation. Available in a variety of modern and traditional wood effect designs featuring authentic surface textures, tonal hues and grain detailing, the hard wearing Affinity255 collection of heavy commercial luxury vinyl tiles has been developed to cope with high levels of foot traffic.
Forest fx PUR vinyl flooring from Polyflor was recently used to create striking design floors at The Pavilion on the Park, a youth and community centre in Eastleigh, Hampshire. Forest fx PUR vinyl flooring was installed by Tildan Construction in the centre’s Park View Cafe
0161 767 1111
www.polyflor.com Facing up to an ageing population
Lower birth rates and better life expectancy are contributing to an ageing population. By 2050, the average age of European citizens will increase from 39 to 49 years. By 2060, 53 per cent of the population are expected to be elderly and dependent. To comply with DOC M building regulations, premises providing accessible showering and WCs should incorporate a turning space for wheelchairs, support rails to enable transfer to and from wheelchairs, and a wall-mounted shower seat. All equipment, e.g. shower controls, hair dryers and mirrors must be accessible from a seated position. DELABIE offers a complete range of grab bars, shower seats and accessories for accessible bathrooms, toilets and showers. Available in white and blue, they provide a visual contrast with most wall finishes. Durability is paramount, since equipment in public places must withstand intensive use. DELABIE support rails and shower seats will support an adult’s weight without pulling away from the wall. Meeting Doc M requirements is straight forward since DELABIE’s special packs comply with safety requirements, offering ergonomic designs which also meet DOC M’s spatial needs. The objective is to allow everyone – disabled people, older people or those with reduced mobility – easy access and maximum safety.
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Accessible guidance
With the growing need to make homes adaptable so occupiers can remain independent, and in their own homes, new guidance is aiming to help get it right. ‘Design Guidance & Considerations for a Domestic Accessible Toilet/Wetroom’ has been produced and published by Clos-o-Mat.
The white paper gives advice to ensure that all aspects affecting the functionality and practicality of a bathroom, wetroom and toilet, as occupier needs change, are considered. Robin Tuffley, Clos-o-Mat marketing manager explains ‘Our white paper covers all the details to think about to ensure a successful adaptation, which meets the user’s needs and so achieves best value for the provider.’
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