--- title: The Language of Wall Protection description: In a wall protection system, there are many products on offer and you may not know where to start. Here's a list of common wall protection terms that you need to know. image: https://info.polysales.com/hubfs/Hull%20University-16.jpg --- [![Polysales_Logo_FullColour](https://info.polysales.com/hubfs/Polysales_Logo_FullColour.png)](https://www.polysales.com/) - [WHY VINYL](https://www.polysales.com/why-vinyl/) - PRODUCTS - [PRODUCTS](https://www.polysales.com/flooring-products/) - [ROLLING REGULARS](https://www.polysales.com/rolling-regulars/) - [SOLUTIONS](https://www.polysales.com/flooring-solutions/) - [PROJECTS](https://www.polysales.com/featured-projects/) - [NEWS](https://info.polyflor.co.za/news) - [MEET THE TEAM](https://www.polysales.com/about-us/) [CONTACT](https://www.polysales.com/contact-us/) Wall Protection # The Language of Wall Protection In a wall protection system, there are many products on offer and you may not know where to start. Here's a list of common wall protection terms that you need to know. [Tandy Coleman](https://info.polysales.com/news/author/tandy-coleman) Nov 15, 2022 --- We have simplified a wall protection system into three key areas: - [General wall protection](https://info.polysales.com/news/the-language-of-wall-protection#general-wall-protection) - [Door protection](https://info.polysales.com/news/the-language-of-wall-protection#door-protection) - [Rails](https://info.polysales.com/news/the-language-of-wall-protection#rails) Let's dive right into those terms that are most commonly used when talking about Wall Protection: ## General Wall Protection ### Wall Cladding ![Wall cladding 2](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Wall%20cladding%202.png?width=369&height=280&name=Wall%20cladding%202.png) This is protective sheeting for larger surfaces and typically protects against damage caused by pedestrians and movable objects (chairs, trolleys, tables, etc.).  Designed to be fit-for-purpose whilst ensuring interior designs and styles are not compromised, this is a great selection for any space. Wall cladding (selected options) can also be cut or formed into bespoke products such as rub-rails, kickplates and corner protection.  Also, able to custom design shapes and designs. PVC-u PVC-u means unplasticised PVC (no plasticisers have been added to the material). This is the most common type of PVC that is used.  ### PVC-u Modular Wall Guards *Now you know why we jumped in with the definition of PVC-u. * An offering that is modular in construction and provides protection against impact  from wheeled traffic, such as beds, trolleys, and other mobile equipment. Ideal for busy working environments like hospital circulation areas, wards and corridors.  Accessories and covers are replaceable and should be textured to hide abrasion and impact marks. Wall guards can also be referred to as Bumper or Crash Rails. ![Corner protection and bum rail (1)-671500-edited](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Corner%20protection%20and%20bum%20rail%20(1)-671500-edited.jpg?width=900&height=375&name=Corner%20protection%20and%20bum%20rail%20(1)-671500-edited.jpg) ### Bed Head Protectors This is a product specifically designed for the healthcare industry.  Hospital beds can cause a lot of damage to walls.   Bed head protectors offer protection primarily to the wall behind the bed as well as providing a great way to demarcate areas within a ward. ![Copy of Manor Hospital_ Ward 29_American Oak 3387 (1)](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Manor%20Hospital_%20Ward%2029_American%20Oak%203387%20(1).jpg?width=4256&height=2680&name=Copy%20of%20Manor%20Hospital_%20Ward%2029_American%20Oak%203387%20(1).jpg) ### Wall Strips This a cost-effective alternative to wall guards to protect against damage.  This is a great choice of wall protection for waiting rooms, classrooms, canteens, and accommodation facilities. Suitable for any environment with movable objects such as tables and chairs that could create rub and scuff damage to the walls.    ### Rub-rails It's all in the name - this product offers protection against a variety of objects rubbing against walls.  An easy-to-clean addition to a building that reduces maintenance costs and protects a high value asset, which can be achieved without taking away from the design of an interior. ### Rubber Wall Protector ## Rubber Wall Protectors provide robust protection against damage from wheeled traffic like trucks, carts, forklifts, trolleys, and other mobile equipment. ## Ideal for manufacturing, warehousing, loading bays, and service corridors in both interior and exterior settings. ## We recently introduced the R-Range, which provides wall protectors made from recycled tyres. The product, which is made locally, will significantly cut costs associated with wall maintenance. [![Contact Polyflor to learn more about the Rubber Wall Protector range ](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2749413/606567ee-383d-4477-a895-58073491c868.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2749413/606567ee-383d-4477-a895-58073491c868) ## Corner Guards Corners, when left exposed, are often prime areas in a building where damage can occur,  resulting in costs to repair these areas. Corner guards protect these vulnerable parts and are available in a wide variety of styles and colours to fit in with any design requirements. With Corner Guards (left) and Without Corner Guards (right) (over an 18-month period) ![Corner Guard Example](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Corner%20Guard%20Example.jpg?width=1163&height=1551&name=Corner%20Guard%20Example.jpg)   ## Door Protection ### Door Face Protection Door face protection is applied to a door's surface to help protect its surface finish from damage. It can be cut into push-plates, kickplates, door protection, cladding and other bespoke solutions. ![IMG_5978](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_5978.jpg?width=3024&height=4032&name=IMG_5978.jpg) #### Kickplates Similar to Door Face Protection but applied to the lower section of the door face to protect the door from being worn down, dirtied and marked, scuffed and dented when kicked. #### Push-plates Another form of Door Face Protection; push-plates are placed across the middle of a door to prevent it from damage when being pushed to open.  *Both kick plates and push plates have the functional element of protecting doors but can also contribute to aesthetics and can be used for wayfinding, through a variety of colours, designs and / or visuals.* ### Door Frame Protection This sheeting offers a wide range of cladding options and excellent versatility for the creation of bespoke profiles that combine functionality with aesthetics. For visually impaired individuals, door face protection and door frame protection can be used together to create contrast.   ### Door Edge Guards Available in PVC, door edge guards are designed to protect the edges of a door.  Very commonly used on doors that are held open and have wheeled traffic moving through them. They are used to both prevent damage and cover existing damage.    ## Rails ![Hand Rail-pexels-ricardo-esquivel-1666668-min](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/pexels-ricardo-esquivel-1666668-min%20(1)%20(3).jpg?width=250&height=313&name=pexels-ricardo-esquivel-1666668-min%20(1)%20(3).jpg) ### Handrails A rail that has been designed to be held and provide support against slips and falls. An added benefit of handrails is that they offer protection against objects bumping into the walls.  Handrails come in a wide range of materials and finishes, there's an option to suit any space.  A functional addition to a variety of spaces but that doesn't mean they have to be only practical;  they can be beautiful too.   ## Combi Rails  Combi rails include elements of both handrail and wall guard.  A grip and thumb guard are included in the design to offer support and guidance for pedestrians but at the same time this rail acts as a barrier to offer protection against wheeled traffic.  Combi rails are commonly used in high traffic areas and contribute towards an extended life span of the walls where installed. ### Dual Rails ![Dual rails](https://info.polysales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Dual%20rails.png?width=181&height=142&name=Dual%20rails.png) A dual rail is mostly found in healthcare environments. Dual rails offer both a traditional (and visible) handrail to offer support to pedestrians and wall guard which provides protection area for wheeled traffic.  Very similar to a Combi Rail with the primary difference being the visibility of the handrail.  [![View Polyflor's Rail Range](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/2749413/d3d80355-22bc-4884-962d-6473b9f4cebe.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/2749413/d3d80355-22bc-4884-962d-6473b9f4cebe)   ### Floor Mounted Protection or Floor Rail Systems Floor rail systems provide the ideal means of protecting counters and glass partitions that can't be fixed to the wall. Floor systems can contribute to the creation of a sophisticated and unobtrusive finish for a contemporary design scheme. They are made specifically to divert wheeled traffic away from the walls and are an excellent addition in various industries.    [Wall Protection](https://info.polysales.com/news/topic/wall-protection) ## Similar posts why wall protection ### [Why Wall Protection?](https://info.polysales.com/news/why-wall-protection) Motivate why to specify or install wall protection. Wall protection meets a long list of high performance criteria and guaranteed to exceed demands... Prema Charnock Sep 14, 2021 Wall Protection ### [Why you should use wall protection in a building](https://info.polysales.com/news/why-use-wall-protection-in-a-building) This article highlights the importance of wall protection, designed to protect surfaces such as walls, corners and doors and provide an essential... 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