Carpet tile manufacturers help protect public

Social distancing and one-way systems are now normal for most workplaces and public buildings. Carpet tile manufacturers are responding to this by creating tiles with social distance markers.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing has been put in place in all workplaces. However, after the infection rate comes down and restrictions are lifted, social distancing may still be necessary. Most commercial buildings use stickers that mark two-metre distances and display arrows to indicate one-way systems. If social distancing becomes more long term, organisations will need to find a better solution than temporary stickers.

Some carpet tile manufacturers have now developed carpet tiles that feature permanent direction arrows and distance markers.

Many buildings have modified their space to create separate zones for different activities. For example, there are queue zones and waiting areas. These zones can be marked by using different coloured carpet tiles. To preserve the aesthetic appeal of an area, carpet tiles with plain circles are useful for both marking distance and blending in with the room decor.

For extra protection, carpet tiles can be coated with anti-bacterial solutions that reduce virus transmission. Some carpet tiles have a special coating that remains effective over a long period of time.

Innovative use of carpet tiles in North Wales and Chester properties can help stop the spread of the virus and protect everyone who works in or enters a building. Residential buildings may not need social distancing markers, but carpet tiles can still be installed if they are regularly cleaned.