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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.

When planning a hygienic installation, it’s not just about what goes into the space, it’s also about how you get everything to the space. We’ve outlined the key things to consider around site and room location, plus the all-important access and installation logistics.

If your school’s facilities are starting to show their age, here’s why it makes sense to start planning refurbishments now, and why hygienic wall cladding and flooring should be at the top of your list.

Spring and Easter are times of renewal, and the perfect season to reimagine interior spaces with a palette that reflects the warmth, cleanliness, and vitality of the season. With a wide range of flooring and wall cladding available, it's easy to create environments that feel as good as they look. Let’s explore how Spring-inspired tones can transform your spaces.

Colour has a profound impact on our emotions and behaviour. In hygienic spaces such as hospitals, laboratories, and food preparation areas, the choice of colour is not just about aesthetics.Understanding how colour affects feelings can help create environments that are not only visually appealing but also support well-being and hygiene. This blog post explores how.

This guide will give you an overview of how to select the best hygienic materials for your specific needs, considering factors such as durability, ease of maintenance, and industry compliance.

When installing hygienic wall cladding, floors or ceilings, manual handling is unavoidable. Without the right approach, it can pose significant risks to fitters and others involved in the project. Prioritising manual handling is a regulatory requirement. Here are some essential steps to follow.

When it comes to durable, hygienic, and visually striking wall solutions, stainless steel wall cladding stands out as a top choice. In this blog we explore the features and benefits.

When planning your hygienic project, it's not always necessary or possible to have an in-person survey. This blog post explains the benefits of a virtual survey.

When it comes to commercial and industrial spaces, vinyl flooring is an essential investment. Designed to reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls, it plays a crucial role in creating a safe environment for employees, customers, and visitors. Here are 5 key things you need to know about vinyl flooring.

In this post, we explore the key reasons why a site survey can be invaluable before you begin a hygienic installation.

With the new refreshed Altro Whiterock Satins range, you can create spaces that are as stunning as they are practical. So, this Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating not just love but great design too!