Are you thinking of upgrading your floor? What kind of flooring are you looking for? Most people think about style and price, and nothing else. What about eco-friendliness? When you think of eco-friendly floors, you probably don’t think of modern, stylish floors. New developments in materials and manufacturing techniques let flooring manufacturers produce eco-friendly materials on trend and on budget.
Here are the top five eco-friendly flooring choices:
1. Concrete
Concrete floors can be inlaid, polished, textured, and tinted to offer nearly unlimited variations. You’ll commonly find concrete in commercial and industrial settings, but typically not in homes. Concrete flooring eliminates the need for carpet, vinyl, or wood. They are easy to clean, extremely durable, and will last just as long as the building they are used in.
2. Reclaimed Hardwood
Much of the Hardwood flooring available on the market today comes from trees that are grown quickly. Unfortunately, the wood harvested from these trees can be of low quality. To produce an acceptable product, manufacturers take extra steps in processing and finishing.
For many projects, reclaimed hardwood is a good option. This material comes from trees that were grown and harvested many years ago. Salvaging this material keep it out of landfills or burn piles, and gives homeowners a source of beautiful hardwood flooring that no modern material can match.
3. Linoleum
Contrary to popular belief, linoleum flooring is not made from plastic. Manufacturers make love only him with natural products such as cork dust, ground limestone, linseed oil, pigments, sawdust, and tree resin.
Many of these materials would ordinarily be thrown away; linoleum put these materials to use. Modern manufacturing techniques make linoleum and attractive, durable material that fits into any decor.
4. Stone
Stone floors have a long history. Stone is entirely natural and makes its way from the quarry to your home with nothing more than a lot of cutting and polishing. Manufacturers don’t need harmful chemicals to produce beautiful stone flooring. Stone flooring requires virtually no maintenance and may improve energy efficiency.
5. Carpet
Carpet may not seem like a likely choice for eco-friendly flooring. Many types of carpet are made from renewable, natural fibers like bamboo, seagrass, and sisal. These plants are naturally prolific, with little need for fertilizer or pesticides.
Recycling is another source of materials for carpet. Some manufacturers make carpet from recycled materials like plastic beverage bottles. This keeps these materials out of landfills and gives them a second, useful life.
In today’s world, you can find sustainability and style no matter what your budget is. Today, you can find more flooring choices than ever before. At Artisan Design and finishing, we have the knowledge and expertise to help you complete your project, no matter how big or complicated your dreams are.