{"id":4580,"date":"2025-11-13T09:59:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-13T09:59:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/allin.online\/?post_type=standard&#038;p=4580"},"modified":"2026-10-14T14:25:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T14:25:07","slug":"flooring-and-wall-surfaces","status":"publish","type":"standard","link":"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/moving-around\/flooring-and-wall-surfaces\/","title":{"rendered":"Flooring and Wall Surfaces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-fixed-content flex content-content bg_white padding indent two-column\"><div class=\"content_wrapper\"><h3 id=\"page_sub_nav\" class=\"mobile_only\">BE 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces<\/h3><select aria-labelledby=\"page_sub_nav\" class=\"mobile_only\" id=\"nav_select\"><option value=\"#overview\">Overview<\/option><option value=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/option><option value=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/option><option value=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/option><option value=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/option><option value=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/option><option value=\"#references\">References<\/option><\/select><div class=\"action_links mobile_only\"><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/div>\n<div id=\"overview\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-overview standard-content\"><h3>Overview<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guidance explains how to provide accessible flooring and wall surfaces, including acoustics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The features of accessible flooring and wall surfaces detailed in <span title=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition-name=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition=\"approved-document-m-adm\" data-definition-id=\"3602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>, <span data-definition=\"technical-guidance-document-m-tgd-m\" title=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-name=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-id=\"8602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>, and <span title=\"BS8300\" data-definition-name=\"BS8300\" data-definition=\"bs8300\" data-definition-id=\"3603\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> are based on design principles to ensure visitors can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>move comfortably over and between surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>navigate using <span data-definition=\"tactile-paving\" data-definition-id=\"5045\" title=\"Tactile flooring\" data-definition-name=\"Tactile flooring\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> if needed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>identify zones, areas or directions by flooring and wall colour, style or markings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>maintain communication with staff and other visitors, not hindered by patterned or reflective surfaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>move around safely, reducing the risk of slips, trips, falls, or collisions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enjoy good acoustics with minimal echo from walls<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"examples\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-examples bg_grey inner-padding standard-examples\"><h3>Practical examples<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-example standard-example\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-image content-image alt-block\"><figure class=\"fill block-image alt-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-148-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Non-slip, non-reflective flooring in a theatre foyer with colour contrast to the walls and a smooth join to the next surface.\"\/><button class=\"toggle_modal\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_5822\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-modal_id=\"lightbox_5822\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Zoom into the image<\/span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"31.999\" height=\"31.994\"><g fill=\"#fff\"><path d=\"M13.648 27.287a13.579 13.579 0 0 0 8.168-2.718l7.425 7.425 2.758-2.758-7.425-7.425a13.644 13.644 0 1 0-10.925 5.477Zm0-23.389a9.748 9.748 0 1 1-6.89 2.855 9.737 9.737 0 0 1 6.89-2.853Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1776\"><\/path><path d=\"M11.701 19.49h3.9v-3.894h3.9v-3.9h-3.9v-3.9h-3.9v3.9h-3.9v3.9h3.9Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1777\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"alt_block\"><button class=\"alt_trigger\" aria-label=\"Eile\">Eile<\/button><div class=\"alt_modal\" id=\"image_block_5822\" role=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Alt text\" aria-describedby=\"desc_image_block_5822\"><p id=\"desc_image_block_5822\">Non-slip, non-reflective flooring in a theatre foyer with colour contrast to the walls and a smooth join to the next surface.<\/p><button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Eile<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div id=\"lightbox_5822\" class=\"lightbox modal\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"lightbox-content\"><button class=\"close\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_5822\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Close zoomed image<\/span>\u00d7<\/button><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-148-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Non-slip, non-reflective flooring in a theatre foyer with colour contrast to the walls and a smooth join to the next surface.\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-content-blocks border-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-intro content-intro\"><p><strong>Image description:<\/strong> The theatre foyer features non-slip flooring that contrasts clearly with the walls. The grey vinyl flooring has a plain design and is non-reflective. A smooth join exists between the foyer flooring and a different surface visible inside the auditorium.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-example standard-example\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-image content-image alt-block\"><figure class=\"fill block-image alt-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6174-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Corduroy\/hazard paving is positioned at the top landing of some external steps outside a venue entrance.\"\/><button class=\"toggle_modal\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_5839\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-modal_id=\"lightbox_5839\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Zoom into the image<\/span><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"31.999\" height=\"31.994\"><g fill=\"#fff\"><path d=\"M13.648 27.287a13.579 13.579 0 0 0 8.168-2.718l7.425 7.425 2.758-2.758-7.425-7.425a13.644 13.644 0 1 0-10.925 5.477Zm0-23.389a9.748 9.748 0 1 1-6.89 2.855 9.737 9.737 0 0 1 6.89-2.853Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1776\"><\/path><path d=\"M11.701 19.49h3.9v-3.894h3.9v-3.9h-3.9v-3.9h-3.9v3.9h-3.9v3.9h3.9Z\" class=\"zoom_svg__has_white\" data-name=\"Path 1777\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/button><div class=\"alt_block\"><button class=\"alt_trigger\" aria-label=\"Eile\">Eile<\/button><div class=\"alt_modal\" id=\"image_block_5839\" role=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Alt text\" aria-describedby=\"desc_image_block_5839\"><p id=\"desc_image_block_5839\">Corduroy\/hazard paving is positioned at the top landing of some external steps outside a venue entrance.<\/p><button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Eile<\/span><\/button><\/div><\/div><div id=\"lightbox_5839\" class=\"lightbox modal\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><div class=\"lightbox-content\"><button class=\"close\" aria-controls=\"lightbox_5839\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Close zoomed image<\/span>\u00d7<\/button><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6174-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Corduroy\/hazard paving is positioned at the top landing of some external steps outside a venue entrance.\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-content-blocks border-top\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ace-intro content-intro\"><p><strong>Image description:<\/strong> <span data-definition=\"corduroy-or-hazard-flooring\" data-definition-id=\"4994\" title=\"Corduroy or hazard flooring\" data-definition-name=\"Corduroy or hazard flooring\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> at the top landing of some external steps outside&nbsp;the entrance to a&nbsp;venue.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"key_considerations\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-key-considerations standard-key-considerations standard-content\"><h3>Key considerations<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Design&nbsp;guidance and key&nbsp;measurements&nbsp;for the&nbsp;features&nbsp;below&nbsp;are&nbsp;detailed&nbsp;in&nbsp;<span title=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition-name=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition=\"approved-document-m-adm\" data-definition-id=\"3602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>, <span data-definition=\"technical-guidance-document-m-tgd-m\" title=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-name=\"Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)\" data-definition-id=\"8602\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>,&nbsp;and&nbsp;<span title=\"BS8300\" data-definition-name=\"BS8300\" data-definition=\"bs8300\" data-definition-id=\"3603\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Acoustics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hard surfaces reflect sound, which can create noisy, echo-filled environments. Very absorbent surfaces can muffle or mute sound. Both extremes can create an access barrier for different groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ideal surface materials help people sense their location relative to walls and ceilings. This is especially important for visually impaired people, who often rely on sound to understand a space. Floor and wall surfaces should provide clear audio signals without echoes or muffling. Carpet and carpet tiles help absorb sound. Where this isn\u2019t practical, consider a vinyl finish with an absorptive backing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can find more detailed recommendations for acoustic design in <span data-definition=\"bs8233\" title=\"BS8233\" data-definition-name=\"BS8233\" data-definition-id=\"4995\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> and additional best practice in <span data-definition=\"pas6463\" title=\"PAS6463\" data-definition-name=\"PAS6463\" data-definition-id=\"4716\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Flooring<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">General features<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ensure there is clear colour contrast between walls and floors. Avoid shiny floor finishes that may appear slippery or cause glare. Don\u2019t use floor patterns that could be confused with steps or changes in level, like bold repeating stripes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid shiny or highly contrasting trims, which can cause hesitation or confusion. Avoid mats that could cause \u2018strobe effect\u2019, for example, alternate bands of fibres and metal. Ensure the finishes have a similar <span data-definition=\"light-reflectance-value-lrv\" title=\"Light Reflectance Value (LRV)\" data-definition-name=\"Light Reflectance Value (LRV)\" data-definition-id=\"4735\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> and are non-reflective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Floor surfaces should be slip-resistant and provide a firm foothold, as well as good wheel grip. Use materials with similar levels of slip-resistance across adjoining surfaces. Ensure there is a smooth join wherever two surfaces meet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check that any matting is level with the floor. If the matting isn&#8217;t level, it should have rubber backing with <span data-definition=\"chamfered\" data-definition-id=\"4993\" title=\"Chamfered\" data-definition-name=\"Chamfered\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> edges. This means the edge of the matting slopes down towards the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To avoid slips, ensure that mats at entrance points are long enough to prevent rainwater from entering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep in mind that carpet creates an access barrier for some people using mobility aids. This is because carpet material creates friction and resistance. Ensure any carpet has a very low pile and allows smooth rolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When selecting new finishes, select flooring and adhesives with low <span data-definition=\"volatile-organic-compounds-vocs\" title=\"Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)\" data-definition-name=\"Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)\" data-definition-id=\"8590\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Toilets<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toilets should have flooring that is slip-resistant, including when it is wet. Toilets should have sufficient colour contrast between the flooring and walls, as well as <span data-definition=\"fixtures-and-fittings\" data-definition-id=\"3607\" title=\"Toilet fixtures and fittings\" data-definition-name=\"Toilet fixtures and fittings\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Ramps<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ramp surfaces must be slip-resistant, even when wet. There should be sufficient colour contrast at the landing points at both the top and bottom of the ramp. Ramps need a raised barrier at least 100mm high on the non-entry sides, also with colour contrast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See <a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/standard\/built-environment\/moving-around\/access-routes\/\" data-type=\"standard\" data-id=\"4583\">Built Environment 3.05 Access Routes<\/a> for more on ramps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Stair treads and nosing<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span data-definition=\"stair-treads\" title=\"Stair treads\" data-definition-name=\"Stair treads\" data-definition-id=\"8706\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> and <span data-definition=\"nosing\" title=\"Nosing\" data-definition-name=\"Nosing\" data-definition-id=\"8705\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> should be slip-resistant, including when wet. The nosing should not protrude significantly. All nosing should be made of a permanent, contrasting material that is at least 55mm wide. Stair nosing should be applied to both the tread (flat part of the step) and the <span data-definition=\"riser\" title=\"Riser\" data-definition-name=\"Riser\" data-definition-id=\"8703\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> (vertical part of the step).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See <a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/standard\/built-environment\/moving-around\/access-routes\/\" data-type=\"standard\" data-id=\"4583\">Built Environment 3.05 Access Routes<\/a> for guidance on stairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Building approaches<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The approaches to a building should have firm, durable and slip-resistant floor surfaces. Surfaces should be flat, not bumpy. <span data-definition=\"approved-document-m-adm\" data-definition-id=\"3602\" title=\"Approved Document M ADM\" data-definition-name=\"Approved Document M ADM\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> specifies that undulations should be no more than 3mm. Loose sand and gravel are not considered to be accessible surfaces. There should be no trip hazards or wheelchair-obstructing surfaces in or around an accessible parking bay. For more about building approaches, refer to <a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/standard\/built-environment\/arrivals\/accessible-approaches\/\">Built Environment 1.04 Accessible Approaches<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Tactile flooring<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">External stairs should have <span title=\"Corduroy or hazard flooring\" data-definition-name=\"Corduroy or hazard flooring\" data-definition=\"corduroy-or-hazard-flooring\" data-definition-id=\"4994\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> at the top and bottom landings. Internal stairs do not require a hazard warning surface. However, you should be aware of the potential risk of having a stair without a hazard warning surface if it is directly in line with an access route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should not use corduroy or hazard flooring at the top and bottom of ramps. These are reserved for more sudden height changes. They can cause a trip hazard or create a barrier for wheelchair users if used on ramps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any uncontrolled crossing points across vehicle routes in external areas should be identified by a buff-coloured <span data-definition=\"blister-flooring\" data-definition-id=\"4992\" title=\"Blister flooring\" data-definition-name=\"Blister flooring\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are other types of <span title=\"Tactile flooring\" data-definition-name=\"Tactile flooring\" data-definition=\"tactile-paving\" data-definition-id=\"5045\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> you can use to guide visitors. For instance, in a gallery, walls and traditional markers may not work as tactile wayfinding due to cordoned-off exhibits. Obstacles might be in the middle of the room as part of the exhibition. In this case, a <span title=\"Guidance path surface\" data-definition-name=\"Guidance path surface\" data-definition=\"guidance-path-surface\" data-definition-id=\"5048\" class=\"ace-definition-inserter\"><\/span> can help. Alternatively, another type of marker can be used if it is easy to follow, logical, and consistent, without posing a tripping hazard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Wall surfaces<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There should be clear visual contrast between walls and ceilings, and between walls and floors. Also, ensure there is visual and textural contrast between the wall surface and features like plug sockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patterned walls can be distracting, especially when located behind someone speaking with visitors, like at a reception desk. Glazed screens or reflective surfaces near the desk can obstruct visibility for lip-readers and sign language users.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"specification_table\" class=\"wp-block-ace-specification-table bg_white specification_table hide\"><h3>Standard &#8211; specifications<\/h3><div class=\"bg_grey inner-padding\"><table class=\"specification-table\"><tbody><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"influencing_accessible_practice\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-influencing-accessible-practice standard-influencing-accessible-practice standard-content hide\"><h3>Influencing accessible practice<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"definitions_list\" class=\"wp-block-ace-definitions-list bg_white\"><h3>Definitions and acronyms<\/h3><div class=\"ace-definitions-list bg_grey inner-padding\"><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Approved Document M (ADM)<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u201cApproved Document M: Access to and use of buildings, Vol 2\u201d. It is sometimes known as Part M and is the main building regulation in England to ensure that people can access and use buildings and their facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Blister flooring<\/h4><div><p>A type of tactile flooring with raised dots or \u2018blisters\u2019, used for navigation by blind or visually impaired people.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>BS8233<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u2018BS 8233:2014 Guidance on sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>BS8300<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u201cBS 8300:2018 Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment\u201d. It is a code of practice provided by the British Standards Institute. Whereas ADM is part of building regulations, BS8300 is a standard of best practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Chamfered<\/h4><div><p>Sloping edges which create a smooth join, for example between a mat and the floor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Corduroy or hazard flooring<\/h4><div><p>A type of tactile flooring with raised stripes usually used before steps (and in the external environment, level crossings and similar). The raised stripes translate as: \u2018hazard, proceed with caution\u2019.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Guidance path surface<\/h4><div><p>A type of tactile flooring that guides people along a route through a space, to a destination, or around obstacles. The surface of the flooring is textured with raised bars. It\u2019s colour contrasts with the surrounding area.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Light Reflectance Value (LRV)<\/h4><div><p>Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measurement of how much visible light a surface reflects. It is expressed as a percentage from 0% (pure black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Nosing<\/h4><div><p>Stair nosing is the leading edge of the tread and riser. Refer to Diagram 1.1 of <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/60d5bdcde90e07716f516cfd\/Approved_Document_K.pdf\">Approved Document K<\/a> for a visual reference. \u2018Nosing\u2019 can also refer to strips of material added to the edge of the step, to make it non-slip and high-contrast.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>PAS6463<\/h4><div><p>This refers to \u2018PAS 6463:2022 Design for the Mind \u2013 Neurodiversity and the built environment\u2019. It is a code of practice for buildings provided by the British Standards Institute. Whereas ADM is part of building regulations, PAS6463 is a standard of best practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Riser<\/h4><div><p>The riser of a step or staircase is the vertical surface. Refer to Diagram 1.1 of <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/60d5bdcde90e07716f516cfd\/Approved_Document_K.pdf\">Approved Document K<\/a> for a visual reference. The height of a riser is called the rise.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Stair treads<\/h4><div><p>Stair treads, also called the \u2018going\u2019 of a step, are the flat horizontal surfaces of steps where the foot is placed when walking up or down a stairway. Refer to Diagram 1.1 of <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/60d5bdcde90e07716f516cfd\/Approved_Document_K.pdf\">Approved Document K<\/a> for a visual reference.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Tactile flooring<\/h4><div><p>Paving or flooring that is textured with bumps or ridges to help blind or visually impaired people navigate a space. Specific textures indicate specific hazards or instructions, such as warning about steps or indicating a path to follow.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M)<\/h4><div><p>Refers to \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ie\/en\/department-of-housing-local-government-and-heritage\/publications\/technical-guidance-document-m-access-and-use\/\">Technical Guidance Document M (Ireland) Access and Use<\/a>\u2019, helping to ensure that people can access buildings and their facilities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Toilet fixtures and fittings<\/h4><div><p><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217146256 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\" data-ccp-charstyle-defn=\"{&quot;ObjectId&quot;:&quot;ac0262f4-8a9e-5820-b908-2d943c5f7113|1&quot;,&quot;ClassId&quot;:1073872969,&quot;Properties&quot;:[201342446,&quot;1&quot;,201342447,&quot;5&quot;,201342448,&quot;1&quot;,201342449,&quot;1&quot;,469777841,&quot;Aptos&quot;,469777842,&quot;Arial&quot;,469777843,&quot;Aptos&quot;,469777844,&quot;Aptos&quot;,201341986,&quot;1&quot;,469769226,&quot;Aptos,Arial&quot;,268442635,&quot;22&quot;,469775450,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,201340122,&quot;1&quot;,134233614,&quot;true&quot;,469778129,&quot;normaltextrun&quot;,335572020,&quot;1&quot;,469778324,&quot;Default Paragraph Font&quot;]}\">This refers to all the different elements of an accessible toilet unit including (but not limited to) the toilet itself, sink, hand drier, soap dispenser, toilet roll holder, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217146256 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">handrails, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217146256 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"normaltextrun\">door lock mechanism, baby-changing tables, mirrors, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"ace-definition-item\"><h4>Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)<\/h4><div><p>Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are found in many materials, including furniture, craft supplies or perfumes. VOCs can give off smells as well as air pollutants.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"learning_resources\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-learning-resources standard-content\"><h3>Learning Resources<\/h3><div class=\"links-on-newtab-text\"><\/div>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">England<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/66f6c5eec71e42688b65ee11\/ADM__V2_with_2024_amendments.pdf\">Approved Document M (ADM)<\/a>\u202f\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pages 16-22 (sections 1.9, 1.13, 1.15, 1.18, 1.26 and 1.33)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 29 (sections 3.4 and 3.6)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 31-32 (section 3.14)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 33-34 (section 3.32)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 35 (section 3.42)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 45 (section 4.32 and 4.35 note)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 55-57 (section 5.18)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pages 58-59 (section 5.21)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Wales<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.wales\/sites\/default\/files\/publications\/2019-05\/building-regulations-guidance-part-m-access-to-and-use-of-buildings.pdf\">Approved Document M (ADM) Wales<\/a>\u202f\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 24, Section 1.9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 25, Section 1.13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 35-36, Section 2.7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 40, Section 2.29<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 42, Section 3.4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 44, Section 3.12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 45, Section 3.14<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 64, Section 5.4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 71-2, Section 5.18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 74, Section 5.21<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Scotland<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.scot\/binaries\/content\/documents\/govscot\/publications\/advice-and-guidance\/2024\/11\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/documents\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/govscot%3Adocument\/Building%2BStandards%2B-%2BCore%2BDocuments%2B-%2BNon-domestic%2BTechnical%2BHandbook%2B-%2BJanuary%2B2025%2B-%2BFor%2BPublication.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Non-Domestic Technical Handbook (Scotland)<\/a><strong>\u202f<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 289, Section 3.12.6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 376, Section 4.1.4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 377, Section 4.1.7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 382, Section 4.2.3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 392-393, Section 4.3.7<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Northern Ireland<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingcontrol-ni.com\/assets\/pdf\/TechnicalBookletR2012.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Technical Booklet R (Northern Ireland)<\/a><strong>\u202f<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 16, Section 2.1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 17-18, Section 2.9-2.12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 21, Section 3.7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 27, Section 4.6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 32, Section 4.32-4.33<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 44, Section 5.37<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 59, Section 6.33<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 62, Section 6.34<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">Ireland<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ie\/en\/department-of-housing-local-government-and-heritage\/publications\/technical-guidance-document-m-access-and-use\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Technical Guidance Document M (TGD M) 2022<\/a>&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 32, Section 1.1.3.4, contrasting upstand on ramps &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 35, Section 1.1.3.5, corduroy tactile warning surface &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 57-58, Section 1.2.5, flooring changes and entrance mats <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 62, Section 1.3.3.1, pattern &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 85, Section 14.4, firm, level, slip-resistant flooring &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 128, Section 1.6.4 LRVs and visual contrast&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\">More resources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenbs.com\/PublicationIndex\/documents\/details?Pub=BSI&amp;DocID=320547\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BS8300 &#8211; Part 2<\/a>\u202f(BSI standards can be\u202fpurchased\u202fonline. Reference copies are available at local libraries)\u202f\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pages 52-54, Sections 11.1-11.5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 98, Section 18.1.7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 144, Section 19.1.12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 168, Section 20.10.5<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/knowledge.bsigroup.com\/products\/guidance-on-sound-insulation-and-noise-reduction-for-buildings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BS8233:2014 Guidance on sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/61df0c91e90e07037794fe90\/guidance-on-the-use-of-tactile-paving-surfaces.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department for Transport &#8211; Guidance on tactile paving surfaces<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bsigroup.com\/en-IE\/insights-and-media\/insights\/brochures\/pas-6463-design-for-the-mind-neurodiversity-and-the-built-environment\/\">PAS 6463:2022 Design for the mind \u2013 Neurodiversity and the built environment<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Page 20, Section 5.4, strobe effect&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 47, Section 9.1 Air quality, VOCs&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 77, Section 12.6.1, transition trims&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Page 81, Section 12.6.6 Acoustic absorption&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"skills_development\" class=\"wp-block-ace-standard-skills-development standard-skills-development standard-content hide\"><h3>Support and skills development<\/h3>\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-ace-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\t<div id=\"linked_standards\" class=\"wp-block page-links wp-block-ace-linked-standards \">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"block-title\">\n\t\t\t\tLinked Standards\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class='flex flex_50 link_blocks'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex_item post_item bg_grey--dark\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<picture class=\"featured-img alt-block\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Stairs that have colour contrast, solid closed risers, handrails both sides and flat landings top and bottom.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/allin.online\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ACE-All-In-6091-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class = \"alt_block\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"alt_trigger\" aria-label=\"Open the Image Description\">Eile<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"alt_modal\" id=\"6140\" role=\"dialog\" aria-label=\"Image Description\" aria-describedby=\"desc_4583\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p id=\"desc_4583\">Stairs that have colour contrast, solid closed risers, handrails both sides and flat landings top and bottom.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"close\">D\u00f9in <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Tuairisgeul Dealbh\n<\/span><\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/picture>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"linked_standard--content inner-padding card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>BE 3.05 Access Routes<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Ensure that people can move around your building by reducing obstructions and providing lifts and ramps. 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Available at: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW89917099 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/66f6c5eec71e42688b65ee11\/ADM__V2_with_2024_amendments.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW89917099 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW89917099 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Approved Document Part M<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW89917099 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW89917099 BCX0\"> [Accessed 24 June 2025]<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p>British Standards Institute, BS-8233:2014 Guidance on sound insulation and noise reduction for buildings (2018) [Accessed 24 June 2025]<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\">British Standards Institute, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\">BS8300-2:2018, Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment, Part 2: Buildings \u2013 Code of practice<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\"> (2018). <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\">BSI standards can be purchased online. Reference copies are availabl<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\">e a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW131644791 BCX0\">t local libraries.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW131644791 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\">Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) Technical Booklet R Access to and Use of Buildings<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\"> (2012) [online] Available at: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW209199491 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingcontrol-ni.com\/assets\/pdf\/TechnicalBookletR2012.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW209199491 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Technical Booklet R (Northern Ireland)<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW209199491 BCX0\"> [Accessed 24 June 2025]<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW209199491 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p>Department for Transport, Guidance on the use of tactile paving surfaces (2022). Available at: <a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/61df0c91e90e07037794fe90\/guidance-on-the-use-of-tactile-paving-surfaces.pdf\">DfT Guidance<\/a> [Accessed 17th June 2025]<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class = \"references-list-item\"><p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\">Non-Domestic Technical Handbook <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\">(January 2024 edition) [online] Available at: <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW1082671 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.scot\/binaries\/content\/documents\/govscot\/publications\/advice-and-guidance\/2024\/11\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/documents\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/building-standards-technical-handbook-january-2025-non-domestic\/govscot%3Adocument\/Building%2BStandards%2B-%2BCore%2BDocuments%2B-%2BNon-domestic%2BTechnical%2BHandbook%2B-%2BJanuary%2B2025%2B-%2BFor%2BPublication.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW1082671 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Non-Domestic Technical Handbook (Scotland)<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml_lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1082671 BCX0\"> [Accessed 24 June 2025]\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/ol>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><aside class=\"sidebar flex-item\"><h3>BE 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces<\/h3><nav class=\"sub-nav\"><ul><li><a href=\"#overview\">Overview (Back to top)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#references\">References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><div class=\"hide fixed scroll_menu\" aria-live=\"polite\"><h3>BE 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces<\/h3><ul><li><a href=\"#overview\">Overview (Back to top)<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#examples\">Practical examples<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#key_considerations\">Key considerations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#definitions_list\">Definitions and acronyms<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#learning_resources\">Learning Resources<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#linked_standards\">Linked Standards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#references\">References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/252393341563356?standard=Built Environment 3.02 Flooring and Wall Surfaces\" class=\"feedback_link button bg_secondary white\">Give us feedback on this Standard<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/allin.online\/gd-gb\/standard\/built-environment\/\" class=\"return_link\">Back to Built Environment<\/a><\/aside><\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":5822,"parent":3665,"menu_order":2,"template":"","class_list":["post-4580","standard","type-standard","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":{"short_description":"Ensure the floor and wall design enables visitors to move comfortably and easily navigate the space. 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