Why Glass is the Penultimate Building Material for Healthcare
Glass offers lots of advantages in healthcare—chiefly because it’s non-porous. That means it won’t harbor pathogens, so it cleans three times better than other surfaces. But the benefits extend far further. And there are ample opportunities to use glass instead of traditional materials in healing spaces.
Whiteboards
Whiteboards are everywhere, from patient boards in nursing stations to portable boards for communication between doctors and patients. Upgrading these to glass offers many crucial benefits. First, they never stain or ghost, so patient info is never left behind as an errant mark. It also keeps communication clear since new notes don’t have to compete against ghosting to be legible. And since the whiteboards are scratch-resistant, they won’t become eyesores over time, and you won’t get stuck replacing them. If patients see a stain-filled, scratched-up whiteboard, they wonder what else isn’t clean. Keeping your healthcare space neat and tidy is essential for maintaining good HCAHPS scores, so glass is a must.
Wayfinding
Tempered glass is five times stronger than standard glass, making it a durable, low-maintenance choice for displaying information. Clarus’ glass display innovation takes that further. With Float Transition, you can swap out the graphic insert anytime. Now, you don’t have to pay for new signage whenever you need a change. The glass case is also scratch-resistant and can withstand harsh cleaners—perfect for high-traffic areas like corridors and elevator banks, hallways, and more. Finally, aesthetically, glass is the most striking display, serving as a crisp, clean way to show your patrons around the building. You can also insert artwork, make announcements, or show health safety tips—whatever best serves your patients.
Walls
Glass walls can convey a sense of welcome and cleanliness to patients, staff, and families. That’s because you can customize glass with uplifting colors, biophilic prints, faithful reproductions of natural materials, messages of hope, branding, and more. The glass reflects natural light, so your space feels brighter and open. Its crisp look conveys cleanness so families know they can trust your facility with the safety of their loved ones and that they’re receiving the best care possible. Clad walls with glass in welcome areas, conference rooms, kid’s areas, and more.
Other creative uses
Glass is beholden to just walls. You can clad your TV in customizable glass for an elegant addition to patient rooms and even offices. Add glass table tops with custom colors or natural material prints to bring beauty and serenity into your space while maintaining cleanliness. Use glass as a presentation tool instead of porous pull-down fabric sheets for an elevated way to present. The possibilities are as endless as the needs of your healthcare space.
Glass helps where it counts
Glass is durable, easy to maintain, and sustainable. It’s a powerful investment that brings form and function to your healthcare space. Best of all, glass is an eco-friendly choice since it is made with recyclable materials. And because Clarus employs responsible manufacturing processes, you can enjoy a product that contributes to a greener future for all.
