Commercial applications
Hospital & healthcare flooring
Seamless epoxy and polished concrete floors that are easy to keep clean in hospitals, clinics and healthcare facilities.
Overview
Clean, durable floors for healthcare spaces
Hospitals and clinics need clean, finished floor surfaces that are practical to maintain. Epoxy is often chosen for medical facilities because it forms a seamless, continuous surface without the grout lines of tile.
Polished concrete is another option: it is easy to maintain and durable, and it stands up to the movement of carts and equipment through busy corridors.
A seamless system can lower upkeep over time because it does not need waxing or stripping. Concrete Polishing Solutions installs epoxy and urethane flooring in healthcare facilities and works to keep the process smooth.
Application at a glance
- Common floor needs
- Clean, practical floors, with carts and equipment moving through busy corridors
- Best for
- Seamless, continuous surfaces without the grout lines of tile
- Typical spaces
- Corridors, lobbies, dialysis areas, break rooms and cafeterias
Benefits
Why seamless floors suit healthcare
Seamless surface
No grout lines, so the floor is easier to keep clean.
Matched to your cleaning routine
Finish and maintenance requirements are matched to the cleaning products used in the facility.
A system for each area
Different systems and finishes can be chosen for areas with carts, equipment or heavier use.
No waxing or stripping
Simple to clean without wax maintenance.
Durable
Long-lasting floors for busy corridors and work areas.
Many areas
Corridors, lobbies, treatment and mechanical rooms, break rooms and kitchens.
Where it works
Healthcare areas we floor
- Corridors
- Lobbies
- Dialysis areas
- Mechanical rooms
- Staff break rooms
- Cafeterias
- Back-of-house kitchens
Space by space
Matching the floor to each area of a healthcare facility
A hospital or clinic has public, support and service areas with different traffic and cleaning routines. The floor system is chosen for each area rather than for the building as a whole.
| Area | What the floor faces | Options to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Lobbies and public areas | Visitors arriving all day and a welcoming appearance | Polished concrete or a seamless epoxy floor |
| Corridors | Carts and equipment moving through all day | Polished concrete, which is durable and easy to maintain under cart traffic |
| Staff break rooms and cafeterias | Spills and frequent cleaning | Epoxy quartz, which is common in healthcare break rooms |
| Back-of-house kitchens | Heat, grease and washdown | Urethane cement or epoxy quartz; see commercial kitchen flooring |
| Mechanical rooms | Equipment and service access | A seamless epoxy coating |
Requirements for clinical and treatment areas are set by the facility. They are reviewed with you before a system is proposed for those spaces.
Systems
Systems for healthcare facilities
Epoxy is often chosen for healthcare facilities because it forms a seamless, continuous surface without grout lines, and epoxy quartz is common in break rooms. Polished concrete is a durable, easy-to-maintain option for busy corridors with carts and equipment.
Planning the work
Evaluating the floor and planning around a working facility
Before a system is chosen, the existing concrete is evaluated, and the work is planned with the facility so it fits around how each area is used.
What is checked
- Existing floor coverings, such as tile or vinyl composite tile, and any adhesive left behind
- Cracks, holes and damaged areas that need repair
- Old coatings or sealers
- Moisture in the slab, which can affect which system is appropriate
See concrete repair.
Phasing and scheduling
Phasing may be considered depending on the areas involved, the flooring system and site conditions. Return-to-service times depend on the product and the site, and a schedule for your project comes with the estimate.
FAQ
Healthcare flooring questions
Where is polished concrete used in a healthcare facility?
Polished concrete is an option for busy corridors and public areas. It is durable, easy to maintain and stands up to carts and equipment moving through the building.
Where is epoxy quartz used in healthcare facilities?
Epoxy quartz is common in healthcare facilities and in staff break rooms, where a textured, wear-resistant floor suits frequent foot traffic and spills.
Do these floors need waxing or stripping?
No. Seamless epoxy and polished concrete floors do not need waxing or stripping, which can lower upkeep over time. See the floor care guide.
How is a floor system chosen for each area?
By how the space is used, the traffic it sees, how it is cleaned and the condition of the existing concrete. Any requirements the facility has for an area are reviewed before a system is proposed.
Areas served
Serving homes and businesses across Southern California
- San Diego County
- Orange County
- Riverside County
- Los Angeles County
Free estimate
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