Why Wood Floors?
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St. John’s Cathedral 100 Year Old Floors
Living an environmentally friendly lifestyle is becoming more of a priority with the green movement. Wood is not only practical - but beautiful.
Wood Flooring is Natural
Timeless….wood is a life long product of natural beauty and durability. The useful life of a wood floor is about 100 years and is completely biodegradable. Wood’s role as flooring is really just a minor interruption in its cycle of life.
Wood Flooring is Renewable
On the 486 million acres of forestland in the United States classfied as commercial, substantially more wood is added in new growth each year than is harvested. For hardwood special, 86% more wood is added annually in net growth than is removed through harvest.
Wood Flooring is Recyclable
Recycled wood used as flooring is becoming a more popular design trend. Previously used wood from a variety of sources, from old barns to old factories is a high-end enhancement that is ecologically positive.
Good for the Planet and Good for you
Millions of people suffer from sensitivity to chemicals and toxins. Hardwood floors are becoming a frequent choice for chemically sensitive individuals with allergies because wood doesn’t harbor dust and microorganisms as other floor coverings do.
The Wood Flooring Industry is Green
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has passed a number of regulations that affect the wood flooring industry. A national standard of Volatile Organic Compounds (mineral spirits has been in effect and manufacturers have been brining VOC-complaint products to the market for some time.
Wood Floors are Easy to Maintain
Routine maintenance is a little more than simple sweeping and vacuuming, and making sure your hardwood floors are protected from moisture and heavy wear which creates scratches. Preventive maintenance like area rugs, floor protectors, and routine maintenance with proper hardwood floor cleaner should always be exercised (We recommend BONA products.)
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