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Maintaining a hygienic environment is essential in any healthcare setting. Hospitals, in particular, operate under some of the most rigorous cleanliness standards, where even minor lapses can have serious consequences. While not often in the spotlight, hygienic wall cladding plays a crucial role in helping hospitals meet these standards and prevent the spread of infection.
Why Hygienic Wall Cladding Is Ideal for Healthcare Settings
Hospitals require surfaces that are smooth, non-porous, and easy to clean and that’s exactly what PVC hygienic wall cladding delivers. Unlike traditional tiled walls, which often contain grout lines that can harbour bacteria, cladding panels provide a seamless, joint-free finish that resists moisture, mould, and microbial buildup.
These qualities align closely with the Department of Health Building Note and Health Technical Memorandum (HTM) 05-02, which outline the following requirements for wall finishes in clinical areas:
- Surfaces must be smooth, hard, and impervious to allow for easy cleaning (2.9)
- Walls should be free from fissures, open joints, or crevices (2.10)
- Materials must not promote or support the growth of fungi and microorganisms (2.12)
- Wall finishes must withstand thermal movement (2.13)
- Surfaces should resist minor impacts and require minimal additional protection (2.15)
- Materials must not degrade when cleaned with detergents or disinfectants (2.16)
PVC hygienic cladding meets all of these standards. It’s specifically engineered to provide a hard-wearing, wipeable surface that maintains its integrity under daily cleaning, even in high-traffic areas like wards, surgical theatres, and patient bathrooms. For added protection, antimicrobial sealants, such as our SX Contractors Sanitary Silicone, and finishing profiles and trims can be used to ensure a fully watertight installation.
PVC Wall Cladding - Easy to Install. Built to Last.
Another key advantage of hygienic wall cladding is ease of installation. Unlike tiling, which requires extensive preparation, grout, and drying time, cladding panels can be installed quickly — with minimal disruption to your operations. This makes it an excellent choice for refurbishments or fast-paced commercial fit-outs.
Cost effective in the long term
Cladding is also cost-effective over the long term. Its durability means fewer repairs, lower maintenance costs, and a longer lifespan compared to traditional finishes. Plus, because it resists moisture and impact damage, it reduces the risk of downtime or costly replacements in hygiene-critical areas.
A Smarter Investment in Hygiene
PVC hygienic wall cladding is more than just a practical choice — it’s a strategic upgrade for businesses looking to enhance hygiene, meet compliance standards, and create a safe, low-maintenance environment. From hospitals to hospitality, it’s a solution that delivers long-term performance and peace of mind.
Our PVC Cladding Range
At Simply Cladding, we offer a wide selection of high-quality PVC wall cladding in a variety of colours and finishes, complete with matching profiles and trims and installation adhesives and silicones. Whether you’re fitting out a new clinic, upgrading a commercial kitchen, or modernising a cleanroom, we can help you find the right solution.
Contact us today for expert advice or a no-obligation quote.
