I need to find low-toxic carpet for my rental apartment. What are some reliable brands?
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Green Flooring Questions
What is truly the healthiest wood floor option, and what are the safest finish products to use?
— Stewart Forsbrand, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Are click-on cork or linoleum tiles a good option for our kitchen, laundry area, and bathroom?
— Willy Scholten, San Jose, CA
I just finished my basement. Can you help me choose mold-resistant flooring?
— Meryam Sheriaty, Baldwin, NY
I'm concerned about toxic offgassing from OSB subflooring and roofing. Are safer products available?
— Chris Kivett, Summerfield, NC
Why is cork flooring considered better for the environment than wall-to-wall carpet?
— Peggy Cross, Stow, MA
Which species of wood are the most sustainable?
— Judy Torrance, Houston, TX
What are the best low-maintenance, durable stains and urethane finishes for wood floors?
— Zoe Redick, Scottsdale, AZ
Do you have any tips for finding an eco-friendly rug?
— Barbara Prah, Uniontown, PA
Should we install cork flooring in our moisture-prone basement?
— Jennifer Krentz, Mount Prospect, IL