A technical paper that clarifies and untangles the performance requirements for acoustic and hygienic ceilings for UK healthcare premises, referencing relevant standards, regulations, and guidance.

Offers a detailed assessment of the resilience of ceilings to hygiene and cleaning whilst simultaneously achieving good acoustic absorption, and pleasing design; further considerations discussed include acoustic privacy, fire safety, particle emissions, pressurised spaces, humidity resistance, sustainability and light reflectance.

A further chapter looks at the varying performance and design requirements relevant to each specific room or space within healthcare environments, whilst also demonstrating good ceilings design to enhance the experience of room occupants, whether staff, patients, or visitors