Reduce Contamination Risk in Your Facility
Containing healthcare associated infections (HAIs) could not be a more timely priority for healthcare facilities, given the heightened demands brought on by the COVID-19 crisis. While many institutions have adopted strategies to keep high-risk objects clean, these efforts often fall short because of inadequate staff training or inconsistent execution – and because there is no industrywide…
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Buying the Right Mattress for Your Facility
The Benefits of Fiber Core Mattresses: Fiber is the new word in mattresses. PFS, or Performance Fiber Systems, are an environmentally friendly option for health care, education, hospitality and recreation environments. Fiber core mattresses are made from recycled contents that are “green” certified to contain no hazardous byproducts. Constructed using environmentally safe raw materials and processes,…
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Residents Need Serious Storage For All Their Personal Items
Americans certainly like their stuff. From family heirlooms to tech toys to sports jerseys, our beloved possessions always have special meaning in our lives. But the trouble is all of those treasures need a place—whether it’s immediately at-hand or tucked away somewhere. Consider this: More than 220,000 new self-storage units are expected to open in 2019…
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More Advice on Buying Affordable, Quality Furniture for My Facility.
What Else Do I Need to Know Before Buying Quality Furniture for My Facility? Part Four: Flex-ability* Flex-ability – After decades of having to make furniture designed for residential use work in group living environments, manufacturers have finally begun to show their understanding of the needs of staff, clients and consumers. Consider the following design enhancements that…
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New Furniture Buying Program Saves Time
Everyone is doing more with less these days. That’s why efficient processes are one of the most sought-after competencies when it comes to business partnerships. Here at Furniture Concepts, we’ve listened to our customers and heard your wishes for more quick-and-easy buying experiences. That’s why we’re launching the new Furniture Concepts Buying Program. This streamlined approach offers…
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Furniture Concepts Grows by Adding Flatcreek Manufacturing
Combining forces is a good thing. Super heroes do it all the time. That’s why we’re excited to share the news that Furniture Concepts and Flatcreek Manufacturing have now merged their superpowers to create one of the nation’s most trusted contract furniture companies. Why It Matters This is a positive development for all of our…
Read MoreConsider the Challenges of Transitional Housing
Reliable housing has become such a critical need in the United States that a growing number of hospital systems have taken up the cause. Providers from Sacramento to St. Louis to Cleveland are working hard to secure permanent and transitional housing for patients who have nowhere to go after inpatient visits—even if it means building…
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3 Design Considerations For Your Dining Area
Dining areas are always full of activity in group living environments. They’re the main hubs of social interaction while also providing a functional space for meals and special occasions. It’s wonderful to see so much energy contained in a single room. Designing the best arrangement of tables and chairs in the dining room, however, always…
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How do I Buy Affordable, Quality Furniture for My Facility?
When outfitting your facility with furniture, it’s essential to prioritize not only affordability and quality but also factors like cleanability and fluid resistance. Part Two of our series focuses on the importance of cleanability in upholstered furniture, highlighting innovative technologies like Crypton© fabric, which offers exceptional stain resistance and ease of cleaning. Additionally, we’ll explore…
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Wondering what you should know about bed bug resistant furniture?
Good question! Bed bugs have become a hot topic in healthcare and group living environments – and for good reason. Where do bed bugs come from? Bed bugs are difficult to detect and are easily carried in by unsuspecting humans who may harbor the pests in clothes, luggage or personal items. Once they’ve set up shop in…
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