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Biobased

DID YOU KNOW: A biobased product is composed, either wholly or partly, of biomass— from fungi, plants, or animals.

Standards

FloorScore

DID YOU KNOW: FloorScore is the most rigid IAQ (indoor air quality) certification standard for hard surface flooring materials, adhesives, and underlayments.

NuWud Flooring

DID YOU KNOW: NuWud is a recyclable, wood-based hard surface finish that focuses on embodying the beauty of wood, with unrivaled durability.

Standards

GreenGuard

DID YOU KNOW: Common building and furnishing products can emit chemicals?

Specs

Composite Wood

DID YOU KNOW: Wood is generally viewed as “green,” however, composite wood often contains formaldehyde when bonded together with glue or adhesive.

Standards

Green Seal 11

DID YOU KNOW: Green Seal 11 is a leading standard certifying that a paint, coating, stain, or sealer is a safe option for human health and the environment.

Specs

DID YOU KNOW: Sealants are commonly used to protect porous surfaces like wood or natural stone from damage caused by liquid and stains. However, some sealants contain harmful chemicals that can have negative health effects and harm the environment.

Specs

Carpeting

DID YOU KNOW: Carpet is a common flooring material, but a recent study ranked carpet as the most negatively impactful flooring type because of its short service life compared to other flooring.1 When looking at materials, it is important to consider the full life cycle of a product.

Specs

Water proofing + Damp proofing

DID YOU KNOW: Bentonite sheet membranes can be healthier alternatives for waterproofing strategies.

Standards

South Coast Air Quality Management District

DID YOU KNOW:

There are certain standards we can utilize in specs to ensure healthier environments. While the state of California has a leader in enforcing and creating standards, we can all reference and include their regulations as a baseline for healthier projects.