Furniture located within healthcare settings receives substantial abuse and rigorous daily cleanings. How can you prolong the life of furniture while still cleaning and disinfecting properly?
Utilize solid surface countertops with an integral sink bowl at patient care and public areas. Solid surface provides a seamless, easy to clean high touch surface.
Consider using furniture pieces with metal legs in lieu of wood. Metal withstands abuse and heavy cleaning protocols over time.
For upholstered pieces, look for the following:
Field replaceable parts such as legs, arms, and seats.
Cleanouts between seat and back for ease of cleaning.
Field replaceable upholstered furniture covers can be changed in the field when upholstery becomes damaged or worn.
Wall saver legs and backs prevents chairs from damaging the walls behind.
Urethane or solid surface arm caps protect upholstered arms and withstand heavy cleaning protocols.
Ensure that all seating meets weight requirements, and integrate bariatric seating choices seamlessly.
Use only durable non woven textiles in your patient care areas. Be sure to understand your upholsteries warranties and cleaning recommendations. Consider that your upholsteries will last 3-5 years at a maximum, and have a plan for replacement including replaceable covers and an operational budget that supports replacement.
What cleaners are recommended to kill COVID-19? See link below from Enviro Leather. https://www.ldiinteriors.com/wp-content/uploads/COVID-19-Cleaners.pdf
