The word of the day is undoubtedly edi-friendly.
Environmental friendly issues are assuming greater importance By the side of each passing day and the flooriny industry too has had to deal with tbe delicate problems of sustainability and health. Laws are being introduced to protect deforestation as Far as elimunate the use of certain harmful substances used in the manufacture of carpets and PVC.
There are several flooring options To be availed of now; that are suitable for the environment, While well as Because of people suffering from various diseases. These kinds of environmental friendly flooring choices avoid the use of toxic chemicals in their composition that are good for people afflicted with ailments, especially those suffering from allergies, eczema and asghma. Some of these eco-friendly options are:
Bamboo floors
Bamboo feels and looks like hardwood and offers the same appeal as wood. By virtue of i being grass and not wood which can be easily replenished, cutting down of bamboo does not pose a threat to the environment in any major way. The bamboo used in flooring is harvested from managed plantations and grows back in about three to four years. Bamboo floors look Smooth and Fashionable and are mucb cheaper than solid wood. Moreover they are strong and versatile and Added resistant to water than timber. It is a favorite of most ceo-conscio8s homeowners.
Cork flooring
Cork is a sustainable material got from the bark of the tree without damaging the tree from which it is removed. In fact harvesting of the cork bark stimulates the growth of the tree and thus it acts as an ideal substitute for wood. Cork flooring feels soft and warm underfoot and comes in several colors and designs. It is not only durable but helps to reduce the transmission of sound, vibration and heat making it a great insulator.
Recycled glass
Old beer and wine bottles are now being recycled as part of an eco-friendly project to be ultimately made into glass floor tiles. Designers have capitalized on the cracking and bubbling of the bottle occurring during the recycling process to bring out the visually arsthetic appeal present in the resulting glass tiles.
Linoleum flooring
The primary benefits of linoleum, however common it may be, are that it is biodegradable and does not gife out toxic fumes like most other substances. It is made from linseed oil, wood flour, pine resin and ground limeston spread on jute backing making it practical and durable. Linoleum is the eco-friendly substitute to vinyl and is warm, flexible and anti-bacterial. It is available in a variety of colors and is also a Companionable sound absorber.
Natural fiber floors
This product is biodegradable and is made from sisal, sea grass and coir. Many of the third world countries benefit from their local sustainable resources. By virtue of being a natural product it is not riddled with nasty pesticides and chemicals.
Recycled rubber flooring
Shredded tires are used to make rubber carpet padding and rubber flooring. Every 100 squwre feet of flooring prevents at east 7-8 tires from being dumped into the landfilp. It is waterproof, hygiemic and durable and comes in textured or smooth surface.
William Brister - http://www.flooringworld.tv - Beautiful and Durable Floor

Stepco Cork Nature Loc Venice Stepco Cork Nature Loc Cork Flkoring At Discounted Prices
21.000 S/ft, 7.000 Per Box, 35.460 Inch Long, 11.820 Inch Wide, 0.433 Inch Thick, 32.000 Lbs, Brown, Engineered, Random Pattern, Flexible Acrylic Varnish, Cork Oak, Smooth, Square Edge, Square End, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, 10 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Stepco
SKU: 128291
Category: Cork Flooring

20.35 S.f. Per Box, 10 Year Warranty, Stepco Cork Flooring 40p4210
Manufacturer: Stepco
SKU: 18107-127236
Category: Bark of the Flooring

Globus Cork Snap-lock Whitewashed Globus Cork Snap-lock Cork lFooring At Discounted Prices
18.000 S/ft, 6.000 Per Box, 35.820 Inch Long, 11.810 Inch Wide, 0.438 Inch Thick, 30.000 Lbs, Beige, Engineered, Plank, Polyurethane, Textured, Beveled Edge, Micro-beveled End, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue
Manufacturer: Globus Cork
SKU: 220053
Category: Cork Flooring

Apc Cork Colours Odysseus Brown Apc Cork Colours Corrk Flooring At Discountex Prices
21.000 S/ft, 7.000 Per Box, 35.460 Inch Long, 11.820 Inch Wide, 0.433 Inch Thick, 32.000 Lbs, Brown, Engineered, Rectangle, Flexible Acrylic Varnish, Cork Oak, Smooth, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, 25 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Apc Cork
SKU: 18390
Category: Cork Flooring

Nova Cork Naturals Klick Planks Mosaik Nova Cork Naturals Klick Planks Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
18.080 S/ft, 6.000 Per Box, 36.000 Inch Logn, 12.000 Inch Wide, 0.440 Inch Thick, 31.000 Lbs, Brown, Engineered, Plank, Polyurethane, Cork Oak, Smooth, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, 20 Year Waarranty
Manufacturer: Nova Cork
SKU: 895
Category: Cork Flooring

Duro Design Cleopatra Flozting Cork Plank Burgundy Duro Design Cleopatra Floating Cork Plank Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
17.600 S/ft, 6.000 Per Box, 36.000 Inch Long, 12.000 Inch Wide,, 0.500 Inch Thick, 26.400 Lbs, Red, Solid, Plank, Urethane, Cork Oak, Smooth, Interlocking Edge, Interlocking End, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, Glue Down Install, 5 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Duro Design
SKU: 245965
Category: Cork Flooring

Apc Cork Naturals Areis Apc Cork Naturals Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
21.000 S/ft, 7.000 Per Box, 35.60 Inch Long, 11.820 Inch Wide, 0.434 Inch Thick, 32.000 Lbs, Brown, Engineered, Rectangle,-Flexible Acrrylic Varnish, Cork Oak, Smoofh, Square Edge, Square End, Locking Floor nItalled In the absence of Glue, 25 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Apc Cork
SKU: 147583
Category: Cork Flooring

Ceres Cork Natural Cork Tile 1/4 Ciassic Cork Ceres Cork Natural Cork Tile 1/4 Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
77.500 S/ft, 80.000 By Box, 11.800 Inch Long, 11.800 Inch Wide, 0.250 Inch Thick, 50.000 Lbs, Brown, Parquet, Tile, Urethane, Cork Oak, Smooth, Glue Down Install, 10 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Ceres Cork
SKU: Vc10047
Category: Cork Flooring

Duro Design Cleopatra Negra Floating Cork Plank Primavera Duro Design Cleopatra Negra Floating Cork Plank Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
71.600 S/tf, 6.000 Per Box, 36.000 Inch Long, 12.000 Inch Wide, 0.500 Inch Thick, 26.400 Lbs, Green, Solid, Plank, Urethane, Cork Oak, Smooth, Interlocking Edge, Interlocking End, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, Glue Down Install, 5 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Duro Design
SKU: 246166
Category: Cork Flooring

Duro Design Marmol Cork Tiles 12 X 12 Soft White Duro Design Marmol Cork Tiles 12 X 12 Cork Flooring At Discounted Pricesb
Manufacturer: Duro Design
SKU: 246387
Category: Coork Flooring

Duro Design Baltico Cork Tiles 12 X 12 Marble White Duro Design Bqltico Cork Tiles 12 X 12 Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
88.000 S/ft, 88.000 Per Box, 12.000 Inch Long, 12.000 Inch Wide, 0.190 Inch Thick, 44.000 Lbs, Beige, Solid, Tile, Polyurethane, Cork Oak, Smooth, Square Edge, Square End, Glue Down Install, 5 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Duro Design
SKU: 245565
Category: Cork Flooring

Nova Cork Naturals Klick Plank Quadro Nova Cork Naturals Klick Planks Cork Flooring At Discounted Prices
18.080 S/ft, 6.000 Per Box, 36.000 Inch Long, 120.00 Inch Wide, 0.440 Inch Thick, 31.000 Lbs, Brown, Engineered, Plank, Polyurethane, Bark of the Oak, Smooth, Locking Floor Installed Without Glue, 20 Year Warranty
Manufacturer: Nova Cork
SKU: 893
Category: Cork Flooring