In the hotel and restaurant furniture sector, it is essential to comply with strict standards to ensure the safety, durability and comfort of each installation. At Making-Of Studio, we understand the importance of these standards in meeting the specific requirements of professional environments, while offering aesthetic and functional creations. This article explores the main standards and regulations to be respected in furniture in order to meet customer expectations in terms of safety, ergonomics, durability and accessibility.
Accessibility and inclusivity standards in furniture design
Accessibility, a key factor in furniture design
In establishments open to the public, accessibility for all is not only a legal requirement, but also an asset for the customer experience. Accessibility standards impose specific constraints on spaces and furniture, particularly in terms of passage width, furniture height and ease of access for people with reduced mobility. Making-Of Studio incorporates these standards right from the design phase to guarantee inclusive and functional furniture.
The standards include specific rules for people with reduced mobility (PRM), such as easy access to resting or eating areas. For example, tables must be designed to be wheelchair accessible, with adapted heights and sufficient space to facilitate movement. By taking these constraints into account, Making-Of Studio’s furniture meets the need for accessibility in professional spaces, while maintaining a clean aesthetic.
Ergonomics and comfort: well-being standards for furniture in the workplace
Ergonomic requirements for professional furniture
Ergonomics is a fundamental criterion for ensuring a pleasant experience in work and reception areas. Comfort and ergonomics standards require optimal heights, appropriate furniture shapes and lumbar support for chairs, all of which contribute to the well-being of users. The furniture we design at Making-Of Studio takes these requirements into account to ensure maximum comfort for customers and staff.
Each piece of furniture must offer appropriate comfort, even for prolonged use. Ergonomic standards in the workplace mean that we design seats, tables and desks that ensure a comfortable posture, thereby reducing user fatigue. This attention to detail contributes to the durability of our furniture designs, increasing customer satisfaction and the lifespan of the furniture.
Safety and hygiene: essential standards for furniture in the workplace
Materials and maintenance for optimum hygiene standards
As well as safety, hygiene is a priority in restaurant and hotel furniture. Materials must be resistant to intensive cleaning products and designed to limit the proliferation of microbes. With this in mind, we select coverings that are antibacterial and easy to clean, thus meeting hygiene standards in the workplace.
Fire safety standards for furniture in catering establishments
Fire resistance standards to guarantee the safety of customers and staff
Safety standards also impose precise requirements in terms of stability and fire resistance. For example, materials must comply with NF D 60-013 standards to ensure their resistance in the event of fire. In establishments open to the public, such as hotels and restaurants, furniture must meet strict fire resistance requirements to ensure the safety of customers and staff. These standards, often grouped together under the acronym ‘M’ for the fire classification of materials, define several levels of resistance that make it possible to assess the ability of materials to limit the spread of flames. For example, in France, fire safety standards for interior furniture impose reaction to fire classes M1 to M4, where M1 designates non-flammable materials and M4 easily flammable materials.
In this context, restaurant furniture, such as seats, tables and coverings, often has to comply with at least the M2 standard to be used in establishments open to the public (ERP). At Making-Of Studio, we use materials that comply with these standards to guarantee the safety of spaces while maintaining aesthetic and functional quality.
Fireproof materials and safety tests for furniture
Fire-retardant materials, such as specific fabrics and foams, undergo rigorous testing to ensure compliance with fire safety requirements. These materials are also treated to be easy to maintain and durable, ensuring not only safety but also longevity in high-traffic environments. The choice of such materials helps to reassure customers about the safety of their environment, and is essential if establishments are to comply with current legal standards.
By incorporating fire-retardant materials and resistant elements, Making-Of Studio ensures that each creation meets fire safety requirements for the furniture sector. Our design choices ensure that furniture not only meets comfort and design criteria, but also those of safety, an imperative for all catering and hotel establishments.
At Making-Of Studio, we make it a point of honour to comply with all these standards when manufacturing furniture for professionals. From accessibility and safety to durability and ergonomics, each standard contributes to creating professional spaces that combine aesthetics, functionality and responsibility. By incorporating these regulations right from the design phase, we ensure that our customers‘ furniture meets the highest standards, is adapted to users’ needs and is environmentally friendly. We believe that the quality of professional furniture is measured not only in terms of design, but also by compliance with these essential standards, which guarantee safe, comfortable and durable use for all.
If you have any questions or would like furniture that meets the highest safety and design standards, don’t hesitate to contact us! Our team will be delighted to help you create spaces that live up to your ambitions.
