Cleanability and Maintenance of Performance Fabrics in Healthcare: What Specifiers Need to Know Today

Health and wellness may appear to be a trend in recent years, particularly in the face of a pandemic, but many product manufacturers and experts in the healthcare space have understood the importance of proper cleaning and maintenance to avoid the spread of bacteria and viruses. In this episode, Jane Rohde, principal of JSR Associates and representative for the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers, shares her insights on the development of research, performance standards and test methods as part of her work with the Durable Coated Fabrics Task Group. She’s joined by Bill Fisch, president of The Mitchell Group, that recently announced a strategic partnership with CloroxPro to test its products for cleanability and disinfection. Listen in as these industry veterans share insightful information with regards to the challenges with cleaning and disinfection of durable coated fabrics in healthcare settings.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

https://aahid.org/resources/durable-coated-fabrics/ https://www.cdc.gov/hygiene/cleaning/disinfecting-bleach.html

https://mitchellfauxleathers.com/

https://www.iands.design/sourcestextiles/article/21066721/the-time-for-upholstered-fabric-performance-in-healthcare-is-now

https://www.iands.design/projects/healthcare-senior-living/article/21438830/a-deep-dive-into-fabric-performance-in-healthcare

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