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Surface treatments for hygienic, bacteria-resistant floors
Built-in durable antimicrobial additives for flooring materials
HeiQ's antimicrobial technologies for flooring provide built-in protection against the growth of bacteria, mold, and other microorganisms that can degrade surfaces and cause odors. Designed for integration with solutions compatible with fiber, coating, and ceramic glaze floorings, our solutions deliver long-lasting hygiene without altering material performance or aesthetics. This allows for cleaner, more durable flooring across residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Key benefits
- Built-in antimicrobial functionality within the flooring material
- Helps reduce material degradation linked to microbial activity
- Supports odor control in high-use environments
- Compatible with common flooring materials and processes
- Designed for long-term performance over the product lifetime
Applications
Our antimicrobial flooring solutions have a wide range of applications.
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Vinyl flooring
Antimicrobial additives integrated into thin, transparent top coatings, including UV‑cured and water‑based systems.
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Wood flooring
Additives for varnish formulations, compatible with UV‑cured, solvent‑based, and water‑based coatings.
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Laminated flooring
Additives incorporated into hard, water‑based melamine coatings on decorative printed papers.
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Ceramic tiles
Water‑based dispersion additives applied in the glaze top‑coat and fired at high temperatures.
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Carpet
Antimicrobial masterbatch additives blended into polymer pellets before fibre extrusion (for polyester, polypropylene, or nylon).
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Our certifications & standards:
EU BPR compliant EU REACH compliant US EPA & TSCA compliant Food and drinking water contact approved Supported by industry-standard antim...- EU BPR compliant
- EU REACH compliant
- US EPA & TSCA compliant
- Food and drinking water contact approved
- Supported by industry-standard antimicrobial efficacy testing
- Products marketed with implied or explicit public health claims, such as specific antimicrobial "kill" claims, need to be registered with the EU ECHA and or US EPA under FIFRA as biocida/pesticidal products or devices and are not currently permitted. Please familiarize yourself with the relevant regulations concerning permissible claims.
- Our additives meet regulatory requirements. A treated product with a primary biocidal function is considered a biocidal product. We are happy to assist you in finding the right claim for your product to either remain as a treated good or to register as a biocidal product.
- EU BPR compliant
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The science behind the technology
HeiQ’s antimicrobial flooring technology integrates advanced antimicrobial additives directly into flooring materials, coatings, or surfa...HeiQ’s antimicrobial flooring technology integrates advanced antimicrobial additives directly into flooring materials, coatings, or surface layers during manufacturing. Compatible with vinyl, wood, laminate, ceramic, and carpet systems, it provides built‑in protection across a wide range of applications.
The embedded active ingredients, metal-based, synthetic, or bio-based, work continuously to inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microbes on the surface. This helps prevent odours, staining, and material degradation while maintaining the flooring’s appearance and performance.
Because the antimicrobial effect is permanently integrated rather than applied topically, it delivers durable, long-lasting hygiene performance even under heavy use and repeated cleaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How do HeiQ antimicrobial technologies work in flooring materials?
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How long does the antimicrobial protection last?
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Are antimicrobial flooring additives safe for users and the environment?
Don’t see the answer you’re looking for?Explore HeiQHeiQ technologies are integrated directly into your flooring material, where they inhibit the growth of bacteria on the surface, helping keep the material cleaner between regular cleaning cycles.
The antimicrobial effect is designed to be durable and long-lasting, remaining effective throughout the intended lifetime of the flooring material
Yes, HeiQ solutions are developed to meet global regulatory requirements and are assessed for safety in their intended applications, including options suitable for food-contact or sensitive environments depending on the formulation.
No. Antimicrobial protection complements routine cleaning but does not replace it. It helps reduce microbial growth between cleaning cycles, contributing to improved hygiene and easier maintenance
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Product line-up
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HeiQ Life Natural
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HeiQ HyProTecht™
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HeiQ Life Natural
Plant-based antimicrobial additives for flooring.
HeiQ Life Natural is a peppermint‑based technology designed to control microbial growth on coated flooring surfaces, such as PU floor coverings. It is transparent and suitable for applications where a natural‑origin solution is preferred.
- Plant‑based active ingredient
- Transparent in coatings
- Resistant to chemicals and abrasion
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HeiQ HyProTecht™
Antimicrobial additives for surface coatings and flooring.
HeiQ HyProTecht™ is a family of silver‑ and synthetic‑based antimicrobial additives designed for integration into surface coatings and flooring materials. The additives are built into the material to support long‑lasting product protection.
- Additive or masterbatch formats
- Transparent in coatings
- Resistant to chemicals and abrasion
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