Flooring for Dementia

Description

This CPD article will focus on the key factors to consider when specifying and designing luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring for use with people with dementia. Topics covered include differentiating between flooring and critical surfaces, acoustics and reducing impact sound, avoiding sensory overload, and Health and Safety credentials.

By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:

• The need for continuous flooring surfaces
• The difference between flooring and critical surfaces
• The different types of LVT and where to specify
• How to identify suitable colours, designs and finishes for dementia-friendly schemes
• What Health and Safety considerations should be addressed