Easy-clean surfaces with no grout to maintain

Cleanability is an important consideration when selecting wall finishes for healthcare and care environments.

Fibo’s smooth, non-porous high-pressure laminate surface is straightforward to clean, while the grout-free system removes conventional tile grout lines where dirt and discolouration can occur.

With fewer joints to maintain, routine cleaning is simpler and ongoing upkeep can be reduced compared with traditional tiled surfaces. This makes Fibo particularly suited to bathrooms, shower areas and wet environments that need to remain clean and presentable despite frequent use.

Fibo provides care and maintenance guidance to help facilities teams use appropriate cleaning products and maintain the wall surface over its lifetime.

A nursing home in Norway installed Fibo in the bathrooms of 48 new living units, for a sleek, low-maintenance solution.

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Waterproof performance for wet environments

Bathrooms, assisted bathing facilities, showers and wet rooms require wall finishes specifically designed to cope with regular exposure to water and moisture.

Fibo’s patented Aqualock tongue-and-groove system connects adjoining panels, while dedicated Fibo sealants and installation products form part of the complete waterproof wall system.

When correctly fitted and sealed in accordance with Fibo’s installation instructions, the system provides a waterproof wall solution for wet and splash-prone areas.

For healthcare facilities, this brings waterproofing, wall finish and straightforward maintenance together within one coordinated system.

Durable enough for everyday care environments

Healthcare and residential care facilities are busy spaces. Bathrooms and wet areas need finishes capable of dealing with frequent everyday use, while walls may also encounter wheelchairs, mobility equipment and other equipment moving through the space.

Fibo wall panels combine a high-pressure laminate surface with a multi-layer plywood core to create a robust wall finish designed for demanding environments.

Durability is particularly important in facilities where repairs and replacement can create additional disruption for residents, patients, staff and facilities teams. A robust, low-maintenance wall system can therefore support both the immediate requirements of the space and its longer-term operation.

Creating practical spaces that still feel welcoming

Creating practical spaces that still feel welcoming

Performance isn’t the only consideration in a healthcare or care setting. For residents in particular, bathrooms and private spaces form part of their everyday living environment.

Fibo is available in a broad selection of colours, patterns, textures and tile-effect designs, allowing practical wet areas to feel considered and appropriate to the wider interior rather than purely clinical.

This combination of design choice and durability has made Fibo suitable for residential care environments where creating a homely atmosphere is important alongside practical performance.

Faster refurbishment, less disruption

Refurbishment within an operational healthcare or care environment needs careful planning. Bathrooms and facilities may need to be returned to use quickly, while disruption for residents, patients and staff needs to be kept to a minimum.

Fibo’s full-height panels cover large wall areas quickly and connect using the Aqualock tongue-and-groove system. With fewer installation stages and no conventional tile grouting, the system can be installed up to five times faster than traditional tiling.

Depending on the application and condition of the substrate, Fibo panels can also be installed onto suitable existing surfaces, including existing tiles, potentially reducing removal work during refurbishment.

For facilities remaining operational throughout a programme of works, these installation efficiencies can help reduce the time individual bathrooms and wet areas are unavailable.