Go green: the best sustainable flooring options for your home

Your home’s floors are an essential part of your living experience. While they add functionality and radiate beauty, they also embody your commitment to sustainability.

In a world where every choice matters, selecting the best sustainable flooring options for your home is a transformative decision. Not only do these flooring choices help reduce your carbon footprint, but they also offer a range of benefits such as durability, style, and improved indoor air quality.

What is sustainable flooring?

This flooring is made from sustainable material in a sustainable process. But, it also has longevity so it reduces future demand on the environment during its lifespan. When choosing sustainable flooring, good options will tick these boxes:

• Materials: The flooring should be made entirely or partially from renewable natural resources that can be replenished.
  
  
• Durability: By living a longer life and not needing to be replaced frequently, it reduces creating waste and pollution from the manufacturing process.
  
  
• Recyclable: When your flooring reaches the end of its lifespan, consider if it can be recycled into new products or repurposed for other uses instead of ending in a landfill.
  
  
• Source: Flooring that is made and distributed locally will have a smaller carbon footprint. Be sure to ask your supplier about the origin.
  
  
• Manufacturing: During the floor manufacturing process, harmful chemicals called volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are produced. Sustainable floors create less of this and will present a reduced health risk within your home.

By keeping these factors in mind, you can create a positive impact on both your home and the environment. And today’s sustainable flooring choices will align with both your decor aesthetic as well as your lifestyle and values.

Your property inspiration

This stunning five-bedroom family home in Bedfordview embodies the essence of luxury and sustainable living. As you explore the house, you'll discover the main and fourth bedrooms boast beautiful bamboo flooring. The material exudes warmth and radiance, and together with beige walls and fuss-free furnishings, creates a soothing ambience.

The allure of bamboo flooring throughout the house is undeniable. Not only does it lend a touch of natural elegance to each room, but it is also an environmentally friendly choice, perfect for the homeowner with an eco-warrior spirit.

Sustainable flooring options for a greener home

Forget about eco-friendly flooring being bland or expensive. There are plenty of choices that will enhance your space affordably while making your home sustainable from the ground up.

Bamboo: This fast-growing grass replenishes quickly, making it an excellent renewable resource. It's known for its durability, strength, and natural beauty, making it one of the most environmentally friendly options for eco-conscious homeowners.

Cork: This is made from the bark of cork oak trees, which grows back every three years. Cork provides excellent insulation and comfort underfoot. It's a great option for reducing noise, has antimicrobial properties, and repels insects.

Reclaimed wood: Salvaged from wood from older buildings or leftover projects, reclaimed wood can be reused and recycled into lovely flooring It adds character and charm to your home while reducing the demand for new lumber.

Linoleum: Linoleum is a natural flooring material made from renewable resources such as linseed oil, cork powder, wood flour, and jute. It's biodegradable, low-VOC, and comes in a variety of colours and patterns, making it a versatile and eco-friendly choice.

Stone: A natural product of the earth, stone flooring is tough, requires little maintenance, and won’t release harmful toxins in your home. There are plenty of beautiful options such as granite, marble, porcelain, ceramic, and travertine.

Glass: These tiles are often made from recycled glass products like windows and drink bottles. Because they’re non-absorbent, they work well in places like bathrooms that suffer from dampness. Glass also looks stunning, coming in a range of colours and finishes.

Rubber: Made from recycled materials, rubber comes in bold, colourful colours that can make your room a showstopper. The flooring is water and slip resistant, quiet when walking, and needs little upkeep.

Concrete: Concrete is an eco-friendly and durable flooring option that can be customised with various finishes and stains. It's an excellent choice for its thermal mass properties, which help regulate temperature and reduce energy consumption. You can add a rug or carpet to soften the effect.

Your home should inspire you

With sustainable flooring, you can have a stylish home without compromising on your commitment to the planet’s welfare. If you’re in search of a home with green features, partner with the property practitioners at Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty. We take pride in finding homes that will help you live the lifestyle you want. Have a look through our listings and get in touch with our team to set up a viewing.