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Flooring choices for newborn ICUs

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Floors are a major element of newborn intensive care unit (NICU) construction. They provide visual cues, sound control, and with certain materials, some degree of physical comfort for workers. Flooring materials may entail a significant cost for installation and upkeep and can have substantial ecological impact, both in the choice of the flooring itself, as well as the substances used to clean it. In this article the important aspects to consider for each factor are explored and recommendations are offered for appropriate choices in various NICU areas.

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White, R. Flooring choices for newborn ICUs. J Perinatol 27 (Suppl 2), S29–S31 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jp.7211839

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