From Forest to Floor: Life-Cycle and Carbon Footprint
Embodied carbon measures the greenhouse gases released before the floor reaches your home. Rapidly renewable materials like bamboo and cork typically score lower than conventional vinyl. Ask in the comments if you’d like a simplified worksheet to compare your shortlist.
From Forest to Floor: Life-Cycle and Carbon Footprint
Transportation can influence footprint as much as manufacturing. Choosing nearer mills or distributors reduces emissions and risk of damage. Share your location, and we’ll crowdsource nearby ethical suppliers from our community to help you shop smarter.