Guest Blogger #524, Entry #1185, May 18, 2012
There are a lot of ways to be green within your home: energy-efficient windows and appliances, programmable thermostats, unplugging televisions and computers when they aren’t in use, etc. But did you know you can also make your floors and carpets eco-friendly?
Growing concerns about manufacturing processes and resources has led more and more people to consider eco-friendly flooring – it’s not only sustainable, but also a beautiful upgrade to your home!
Green ideas for choosing eco-friendly flooring
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Bamboo Flooring:
Made from stalks that are about five years old, most bamboo flooring looks very similar to hardwood. However, it’s much more renewable than wood because it’s a grass, and therefore grows much faster. For example, traditional hardwood floors can take 100 years to mature, compared to five years for bamboo. It’s durable and strong, resistant to moisture, and comes in a variety of colors.
Cork Flooring:
Cork flooring is an excellent insulator, as it’s warm and resilient and can be sealed for extra water resistance. Another added benefit is that it provides excellent noise insulation, and it’s available in a variety of colors to meet your style preferences, from neutrals to bolds.
What type of green flooring is best for your lifestyle?
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Recyclable Carpet:
Millions of pounds of carpets end up in landfills each year. However, by using recycled carpet to make new carpet again and again, you’re helping to reduce the previous statistic. Plus, like any type of carpet, it’s available in a range of textures, styles, and colors.
Natural Linoleum:
Linoleum flooring is a great choice for kitchens and/or bathrooms, and because the color is embedded in the structure, it doesn’t fade. Made from milled and dried flax seeds mixed with other plant materials, it’s also 100% biodegradable. With its stylish appearance, this classic flooring can compliment a wide range of décor.
With such a wide array of options available, choosing eco-friendly flooring for your home has never been easier. Contact Binghamton flooring installation to get started today at 607-235-0944.
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It is such a great thing to know that several companies are coming up with eco-friendly products and services such as these flooring materials. Living in a world that is continuously being destroyed by our daily activities imposes us to do something about it and practicing or adapting ‘greener’ ways of living is one way of preserving our environment. These flooring options are not just good for the planet but are also good for us and our homes.