Spring is a beautiful time of year, but for allergy sufferers, it can be a nightmare. Pollen, dust, pet dander, and other allergens can easily find their way into your home, making it crucial to choose flooring that helps maintain a cleaner, healthier indoor environment.
The floor that you walk on also plays a part in determining the indoor air quality (IAQ) of your home or business, meaning that floors with toxins or those that hold onto dust and allergens might be contributing toward issues such as respiratory problems, allergies, asthma, headaches, or fatigue.
Why Hard Surface Flooring is the Best Choice
Carpet can trap allergens like dust mites, pet hair, and pollen, making it difficult to keep your home allergen-free. Hard surface flooring, on the other hand, offers a sleek and hygienic alternative, allowing for easy cleaning and minimizing the accumulation of allergens.
Here are some of the best flooring options for an allergy-friendly home:
Luxury Vinyl Flooring
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Hypoallergenic and easy to clean, luxury vinyl flooring is an excellent choice for allergy sufferers.
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Resistant to mold and moisture, reducing the risk of allergen buildup.
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Make sure the LVP you select uses 100% virgin PVC, and if you choose to install a glue-down option, check that the adhesive you’re using is non-toxic.
Our Modin LVP collection is an excellent example of a zero VOC flooring option. It is CARB Compliant and FloorScore-certified making it safe for any space.
Engineered Hardwood Flooring
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Engineered hardwood provides a smooth surface that prevents dust and pollen from settling.
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Regular sweeping and damp mopping can keep allergens at bay.
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Choosing engineered floors from a reputable manufacturer that uses adhesives, sealants, and finishes specifically designed to be low emission is your best bet for optimal indoor air quality in your home. Make sure the engineered hardwood you select has 3rd party certifications that ensure it is safe for your space.
Our Silvan Resilient Hardwood Collection is an excellent example of a low-emission, natural flooring option. It is Greenguard Gold certified, CARB Compliant, and guaranteed safe to install in your space.
Laminate Flooring
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Laminate is a hard surface floor; routine sweeping and the occasional mop should be enough to keep dust and allergens off the surface and keep your home allergy-friendly.
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Provides the look of real hardwood while being easier to maintain and clean.
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A great cost-friendly option for allergy-conscious homeowners.
Our Arista Waterproof Laminate Collection is an excellent example of a safe and eco-friendly flooring option. It is FloorScore certified and CARB Compliant, making it safe to install in any space.
A Breath of Fresh Air
The health and well-being of our customers are of utmost concern to us at Flooret, and we are proud to offer flooring that has passed rigorous safety tests and boast certifications to guarantee low emissions and risk of allergens.
Here are some of the certifications you will see on our products:
FloorScore Certified — FloorScore is the most recognized indoor air quality certification standard for all hard surface flooring materials, adhesives, and underlayments.
To be considered for certification, flooring material must pass rigorous testing requirements designed to detect unacceptable levels of elements such as formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, and other organic chemicals.
GreenGuard Gold Certified — GreenGuard certification is an indoor air quality certification standard for various products, including flooring materials, building materials, furniture, cleaning and healthcare products, and electronic equipment.
To obtain a GreenGuard Certification, these products must meet strict chemical emission limits for VOCs.
CARB Compliant — CARB, or California Air Resources Board, is an organization responsible for regulating air quality and emissions in California.
Composite wood products like building materials, furniture, toys, and other products can be certified CARB Compliant if they meet the current emission standards for harmful emissions, like toxins and other particulates.
FSC Certified — FSC certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits.
Certified through the Forest Stewardship Council, FSC-certified products meet the gold standard for ethical production.
By choosing the right flooring and maintaining a proper cleaning routine, you can create a healthier home environment during allergy season and all year long. Whether you opt for luxury vinyl, hardwood, or laminate, hard surface flooring can help reduce allergens and improve your indoor air quality.
Explore Flooret’s selection of allergy-friendly flooring options and enjoy a fresher, cleaner home.
