THE ROLE OF FLOORING IN AUTISM CARE
Flooring can play a significant role in creating a safe and supportive environment for people with autism. Flooring and floor colours can help reduce anxiety and improve behaviour.
The texture, pattern, and colour of the flooring can impact the sensory input that a person with autism experiences. Flooring with a soft and non-slip texture can help reduce the risk of falls, while a calm and neutral floor colour can help create a relaxing atmosphere.
In addition to creating a safe and supportive environment, flooring and floor colours can be used to help people with autism differentiate between different areas or to create visual cues. The use of specific flooring and floor colours can also help with sensory integration therapy, which involves using different types of sensory input to help people with autism process sensory information more effectively.
Key things to consider when choosing flooring for autism care include: