02/02/2021
ECO-FRIENDLY FLOORINGS: THE BEST OPTIONS FOR YOUR HOUSE
Luckily, nowadays, people are very much more concerned about the environment. And when it comes to smart and sustainable choices for the planet, those often start in the home. Today we will tell you the best eco-friendly options to choose for your house.
LONGEVITY
Flooring that will last for a long time is the first priority of families who are looking to invest in a sustentable choice. The less your necessity to replace or repair your floor, the better the impact on the environment (and to your family’s wallet!). Great choices for long-term durability include vinyl planks and hardwood floors. Laminate floors are also a nice choice when homeowners are looking for a durable, long-lasting flooring option.
CONSIDER THE SOURCE
The materials your floors are made up of play a big part in how eco-friendly they are. Luckily, there’s a huge variety of options out there that fit this bill. Bamboo and cork are two great sustainable flooring options, as bamboo is actually a grass, not wood, meaning it grows very quickly and does not require significant re-harvesting (don't worry, bamboo is a grass, but has a hardness rating higher than most oak flooring). Then there’s cork, which is made from only the bark of trees, so there’s no need to remove the trees themselves from their habitat in the process of harvesting.
TILE
If vinyl, hardwood or laminate doesn’t fit your flooring dreams, you should take a look on tile. Many tile floors today are sourced from recyclable materials, whether it be recycled glass or porcelain. Tile is also a smart, eco-friendly choice for warmer climates, as it is incredibly helpful in keeping spaces extra cool when temperatures spike.
CONCRETE
In recent years, concrete floors have seen a revival. Typically, the industrial look of concrete was seen as, well, too industrial. But trends change, and concrete floors are now considered a beautiful, minimalist option. And as most floors, whether hardwood, carpet, or laminate, have a concrete layer underneath. When you “go concrete,” you remove the cost (and chemicals!) involved with adding extra layers of flooring on top. Plus, concrete floors never need to be replaced, making them the perfect choice for sustainability.
Luckily, nowadays, people are very much more concerned about the environment. And when it comes to smart and sustainable choices for the planet, those often start in the home. Today we will tell you the best eco-friendly options to choose for your house. LONGEVITY Flooring that will last for a lo...