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Every installer has faced one....the nightmare installation! The wrong materials, inadequate conditions, lack of surface preparation. We explain how Hycom avoids these horror stories with experience, communication and preparation. Find out to ensure your hygienic project is delivered seamlessly to perfection, leaving the surprises for Halloween.

Learn what diisocyanates are, why they’re essential in polyurethane adhesives, and how to handle them safely. This guide covers key health risks, protective measures, and certified training to keep you and your team safe when using 2-part adhesives.

Discover the key differences between Altro Whiterock and Altro Whiterock Vantage. Learn which hygienic wall cladding solution is right for your project, from high-impact areas to general-use spaces.

Introducing Altro Whiterock Wall Designs, now available from Hycom. See how you can bring style and durability to your walls with a stunning range of wood, mineral, weave, concrete, and marble effects. 

A look at why accessories and adhesives are essential to the performance, hygiene, and aesthetic of your wall cladding.

Explore how Autumn-inspired colours, LRVs and chroma can enhance design with hygienic wall cladding and flooring for architects and specifiers.

Exploring the concept of Colour Zoning: when hygienic cladding and flooring is more than a design choice, but a powerful way to improve navigation, safety, and wellbeing in healthcare facilities.

Fresh, clean, and modern...the new Hycom Satins Colour Range is here – hygienic PVC wall cladding that doesn’t compromise on design. From healthcare to hospitality, our satin finishes create uplifting, durable, and easy-to-clean spaces.

This checklist will help make sure the hygienic wall cladding and flooring you choose are up to the standard you need. Whether you're planning a new install or reviewing an existing space, this handy checklist covers what to look out for from finishing to future-proofing.

Discover how Hycom helped restore The Crown Inn in Gloucestershire by blending traditional charm with modern hygiene and safety through expert flooring and wall cladding solutions.

This week, Hycom turns 21 and we'd like to thank everyone who has been part of our journey so far.

Why vinyl flooring is the clear winner for cleanliness, safety, and long-term performance compared to tiles or carpet.

Welcome to Helen and Yadu who joined Team Hycom last week as Project Sales Administrator and Quantity Surveyor/Lead Estimator.

See how Altro Whiterock Wall Designs has transformed the WC's of this busy train station, blending durability and hygieine with the  beauty of biophilic, design-led aesthetics.

Every year, we support nurseries, schools, colleges, and universities in creating hygienic, durable, and great-looking spaces for staff, students, and visitors alike. If you're planning a summer refurb at your educational setting, get in touch with our team who will advise on the best products for your space.

Busy commercial environments such as hospitals, schools, leisure centres, and food facilities endure heavy footall and require materials that are durable and easy to clean. Hygiene must be built in from the ground up.

Maintaining consistently hygienic spaces remains a major challenge for many businesses. At Hycom, we work with clients across a range of sectors who are all facing similar issues when it comes to creating and maintaining clean, compliant environments. Here are some common hygiene challenges we see, and how they can be overcome.

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, we've curated mood boards highlighting a range of Altro's walls and flooring solutions. Each board shows how thoughtful design can help create environments that truly support the needs of their users. 

If you're upgrading a commercial kitchen, healthcare facility, or cleanroom, hygienic wall cladding and vinyl flooring are excellent choices for durability, cleanliness, and compliance. However, as with any specialist installation, success starts before the first panel is applied or the first roll of flooring is laid. Here’s a practical pre-installation checklist to help ensure a smooth, efficient, and long-lasting fit-out.

Maintaining hygienic surfaces isn’t just about keeping things looking clean, it’s essential for health, safety, and compliance. Whether you're managing a commercial kitchen, healthcare facility, or cleanroom, these practical tips will help you get the most from your wall cladding and flooring.