EPA studies have revealed the existence of harmful toxins and pollutants right under the floor in many American homes. Cancer-causing PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, were found in wood floor finishes used in the 60s and 70s, resulting to their being banned in 1977. However, these toxins still exist even after 50 years in old homes with wood floors.
“The source of these pollutants is often times right under your feet, hiding in your flooring,” said Greg Gilmartin of Express Flooring. “Instead of purchasing flooring with high amounts of harmful toxins and VOCs – volatile organic compounds – we encourage homeowners to consider more environmentally-friendly flooring options.”
Cancer-causing PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, were found in wood floor finishes used in the 60s and 70s, resulting to their being banned in 1977. However, these toxins still exist even after 50 years in old homes with wood floors.
Environmental Protection Agency studies have shown that indoor pollutant levels can be anywhere from two to five times higher than they are outside. These toxins are not only harmful to the environment, but also to a homeowner’s health. These contaminate human blood and breast milk, accumulate in body fat over time, and cause cancer.
Green builders and concerned homeowners across the nation are taking notice of these harmful toxins within their buildings and homes. According to a McGraw Hill NAHB report, America’s builders have adopted green home building permanently, with more than 50 percent of homebuilders participating in green building.
About Express Flooring:
With over 100 years of combined flooring experience Express Flooring is one of the fastest growing flooring companies in the nation, with local focus on Phoenix, Tucson and Denver, and all surrounding cities. For more than 20 years, they have worked on all types of flooring, including carpet, tile, laminate, wood, stone, vinyl and much more.
Contact:
Greg Gilmartin
Express Flooring, LLC
4110 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85009-4623
(602) 864-3300 or (800) 700-9126
[email protected]
www.expressflooring.com
“The Happy Home People”
