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Roofing Membranes
DID YOU KNOW: A membrane roof refers to a protective barrier that covers a roof assembly. Membrane roofs can be single-ply or multi-ply by laminating various materials.
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Proposition 65
DID YOU KNOW: Proposition 65 is a California state law requiring manufacturers to inform consumers of their exposure to chemicals that cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
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MDF
DID YOU KNOW: Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) is a composite wood product used to create cabinets, flooring, countertops, desks, frames, etc.
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Biobased
DID YOU KNOW: A biobased product is composed, either wholly or partly, of biomass— from fungi, plants, or animals.
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FloorScore
DID YOU KNOW: FloorScore is the most rigid IAQ (indoor air quality) certification standard for hard surface flooring materials, adhesives, and underlayments.
Featured Products
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.
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Composite Wood
DID YOU KNOW: Wood is generally viewed as “green,” however, composite wood often contains formaldehyde when bonded together with glue or adhesive.
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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.
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Sealants
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.
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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.
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Water proofing + Damp proofing
DID YOU KNOW: Bentonite sheet membranes can be healthier alternatives for waterproofing strategies.
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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.
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ILFI Red List
DID YOU KNOW: As concern for material safety rises, many organizations have created materials lists, databases, and resources to equip the industry to make better, more informed choices.
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Resilient Flooring
DID YOU KNOW: Resilient flooring can be a bit of a misnomer because some products within this category have a low service life and present material health hazards.
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Materials Action Packet
WHAT IT IS: This packet documents tools and thought processes that can help inform better material design choices.
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