Ecological Ideas for Floor Coverings

Sustainable architecture is not only about a few solar panels or good insulation. To minimize the building's impact on the environment (and on those who use it), this holistic approach covers all elements of housing. Indeed, even the smallest layout decision has ecological consequences determined by both composition and production or installation conditions. When it comes to flooring, we immediately think of parquet or stone with natural origins that support sustainable development. However, just because a floor is made of wood does not automatically make it eco-friendly. Conversely, flooring composed of plastic or petroleum waste is not necessarily harmful to the planet. Because the ecological efficiency of floor covering cannot be measured solely by its materials. Extraction, processing, transportation, packaging and even recycling — all these factors influence the carbon footprint. But good news: the floor covering market is in a state of revolution and intensifying efforts to innovate, offering products as beautiful as they are exemplary. Here are 10 of them you can walk on with peace of mind.