Durable Non Toxic Wood Flooring

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Durable non toxic wood flooring.

Our green flooring is non toxic environmentally friendly and made from sustainably harvested recycled or reclaimed sources. This formula also fills in scratches and minor dents eliminating the need for sanding. Hardwood is not to be confused with laminate flooring which was called out in a 60 minutes story back in march 2015. Strands of the bamboo stalks are pulled apart and more tightly integrated with the adhesives.

These finishes have a very low luster look that brings out the natural character of the wood but offers little to no sheen. This long lasting non toxic wood floor shine is clear and will leave your hardwood floors with a high gloss finish in one easy mop on application. Most off the shelf bamboo flooring is made by laying the bamboo grass stalks cross direction. It s important to choose a non toxic finish when installing new flooring.

But if you can afford the price this is one of the most eco friendly options available. There are many choices for non toxic flooring suitable for the chemically sensitive or the health conscious homeowner. But specific brands of natural linoleum carpet and engineered wood are excellent choices as well. The element that truly makes a bamboo floor hard is the adhesive.

Zero voc finish contains no more than 5 grams of voc s per litre by volume. Typically reclaimed wood is more expensive due to the extra labor required to retrieve the wood clean it re mill if needed and remove the nails that still may be embedded in the wood. The best options are real hardwood polished concrete and tile. Laminate flooring is toxic because the wood bonding adhesive and top layer contain and emit chemicals which are harmful to our health.

Check out pre finished engineered hardwood flooring. This type of finish does not have a visible film and protects the surface of the flooring by bonding itself to the wood fiber. Although consumers force the industry toward more safe options still the following toxins are used to manufacture laminate flooring. The first considerations should be to choose a durable and non toxic floor to ensure safe indoor air quality iaq.

Voc levels can vary depending on the product and manufacturer. Formaldehyde melamine cyanuric acid isocyanates and aluminium oxide. We carry hardwoods bamboo cork marmoleum tile and carpet. When you are making choices find out the estimated lifespan and what maintenance is required to keep it in good condition.

The most non toxic finish option would be no voc products such as natural oils and natural waxes. Plus all the extras and supplies that you need to complete your flooring project. True hardwood flooring is made from solid wood harvested from trees. Purchase online or give us a call.

The floors you choose really create the atmosphere in your home and give it its identity.