The example shown, taken from inside a hospital waiting room, is relatively common. However, it looks unsightly and will undoubtedly harbour germs in the exposed gaps. And we don't think it promotes confidence in a critical environment.
While it's probably been used as a result of budget and time restraints, it's not an OK fix. In fact, according to the Royal National Institute for the Blind, it's actually a hazard in itself, because it creates a visual disturbance.
It highlights the importance of good specification, installation and maintenance. It also emphasises the need to approach floor fitting professionally.
If you're faced with a similar situation, our technical team can help advise the best course of action, and are on hand from 08:30 until 17:15 Mon-Fri