Amtico International

Inclusive environments

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Seminar

The role of Light Reflectance Value (LRV) when specifying luxury vinyl tile in commercial applications

This CPD module is specifically designed to provide a comprehensive overview of Light Reflectance Value and the role it plays when specifying LRV (Luxury Vinyl Tiles). This includes: an introduction to the concept; the emotional side of LRV and how it affects mood and wellbeing; the technical aspects of LRV and related regulations; and the link between LRV and LVT.
By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:
- Light Reflectance Value (LRV) defined and why Lux values matter
- How LRV can affect mood and emotional wellbeing and the importance of contrast in design
- LRV in commercial design and regulatory contexts
- The link between LRV and luxury vinyl tile flooring
- Real life sector specific case studies of LRV and LVT in action

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Legal, regulatory and statutory compliance

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

Material type: Seminar

Specifying Luxury Vinyl Tiles in Commercial Environments

The CPD explains what Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) is, and demonstrates its suitability in commercial environments. It outlines LVT’s benefits and technical features suitable for commercial use and then compares these features to other types of flooring such as stone, ceramics, sheet vinyl, wood and carpet. It also outlines the straight-forward installation and maintenance process of LVT as well as exploring the many specification considerations of LVT. Sector-specific case studies are also illustrated in this CPD.

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

Material type: Seminar

Creating a Design Space Using Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)

This CPD explains what Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) is, and outlines its key features and suitability for commercial use. It discusses the design potential of LVT brought by the wealth of laying patterns available and the creative use of zoning as well as bespoke options. It also covers the important design considerations such as adherence to standards and regulations, cleaning and maintenance, fire safety, sustainability and inclusive design. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:
- What LVT is and its key features and suitability for commercial use
- The design potential of LVT brought by the wealth of laying patterns available and the creative use of zoning as well as bespoke options
- Important design considerations, such as standards and regulations, cleaning and maintenance, fire safety, sustainability and inclusive design.

This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely.

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

Material type: Seminar

Acoustic LVT Flooring for Shared Spaces

This CPD focuses on the topic of acoustic flooring for shared spaces including student accommodation, office buildings, education, hotels, retirement villages, hospitality and leisure, healthcare, retail and housing. Through this CPD, specifiers, architects and interior designers can understand the features of acoustic LVT flooring and the related design and specification considerations. By the end of the presentation you should have a greater understanding of:
- The importance of acoustic design in architecture for health and wellbeing
- Why acoustic LVT flooring is the optimum choice in multi-occupancy properties and product options
- Acoustic standards and what they measure
- Installation key points
- Specification considerations

This CPD can be delivered to you live and remotely

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Knowledge level:

General Awareness

Material type: Online Learning

Material type: Seminar

Preventing Slips, Trips and Falls

This article explains how design and performance can be combined using safety LVT. On average, slips and trips cause over a third of all major accidents – specifying the correct flooring can help to reduce this, and give peace of mind for specifiers, installers, clients and end users alike. Topics covered include slip resistance and LVT, testing slip resistance, key considerations and regulations, aesthetics and slip-resistant LVT in action. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:
- The difference between standard and safety floors
- How slip resistance is tested
- Regulations and what to look out for
- How safety and design can go hand in hand
- Where to use safety floors

RIBA Core Curriculum:

Health, safety and wellbeing

Knowledge level:

Microlearning

Material type: Article

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Flooring for Dementia

This CPD article will focus on the key factors to consider when specifying and designing luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring for use with people with dementia. Topics covered include differentiating between flooring and critical surfaces, acoustics and reducing impact sound, avoiding sensory overload, and Health and Safety credentials. By the end of the CPD you should have a greater understanding of:
- The need for continuous flooring surfaces
- The difference between flooring and critical surfaces
- The different types of LVT and where to specify
- How to identify suitable colours, designs and finishes for dementia-friendly schemes
- What Health and Safety considerations should be addressed

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