A floor is one of the largest surfaces in a home, so where it comes from matters as much as how it looks. Sustainable flooring asks you to weigh a floor's environmental impact alongside style and price, which means a few more questions than usual. How quickly does the raw material grow back after harvest? How is the plank made? What does it add to the air you breathe once it's down? And will it last long enough that you aren't replacing it again in a few years?
Those questions can make a simple purchase feel complicated, and the answers really do vary from one green flooring option to the next, so it pays to read each listing closely before you commit. If you'd like a deeper look at how to compare your options, our guide to choosing eco-friendly flooring for your home walks through it step by step. Whatever you pick, the aim is the same: a floor that fits your priorities and that you'll be happy standing on for a long time.
Why Choose Eco-Friendly Flooring from Floor Warehouse?
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Free shipping on orders over $2,000 takes one cost off a larger flooring project.
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If you find a qualifying lower price elsewhere, we'll beat it by $50.
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Affirm financing, with 0% APR on select purchases, lets you spread the cost over time.
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Order physical samples first to check color and texture in your own light.
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Engineered Hardwood Flooring - A wider range of real wood floors built in layers, with more styles to compare.
Best Eco-Friendly Flooring for...
Homes with Pets
The best eco-friendly floor for homes with pets is strand woven bamboo with a tough, protective finish. GreenHaven Hand Scraped Bamboo Floor Tahoe is listed as pet-friendly and protected by an aluminum oxide finish.
Kitchens and High-Traffic Rooms
The best eco-friendly floor for kitchens and busy rooms pairs bamboo with a water-resistant SPC core. GreenHaven Strand Woven Bamboo Floor Annapolis White clicks together as a floating floor, but wipe up spills promptly.
Rooms with Radiant Heat
The best eco-friendly floor over radiant heat is one its manufacturer lists as compatible. GreenHaven Smooth Bamboo Floor Natural Wide Plank carries that listing, and its light, smooth planks can be nailed or glued down.
Classic Oak Style
The best eco-friendly hardwood flooring for a timeless oak look is engineered French white oak. Continental French White Oak Shore has a 3mm wear layer, a matte UV-cured finish and FloorScore certification.
