Slip-Resistant floors are available in Vinyl, Rubber and
Ceramic products. All of these products meet ADA requirements. top
Most carpet has some static-dissipative properties, to resist the tendency
for static electricity to occur with foot traffic in low humidity conditions.
If computer or machinery specifications call for more protection from
static electricity, Anti-Static Tile or Carpet is available. top
Each Ceramic or Stone product has characteristics that
make it suitable for different applications. Here are some interesting
facts.
Porcelain tile is often used in commercial settings, since it
is scratch, stain and fade resistant.
Slate is a natural stone product, so expect shading variations.
Slate has high freeze and water resistance. Natural slate varies in hardness
and density. It resists wear, dirt and most chemicals.
Ceramic tiles include a tremendous variety of products. Ceramic
tiles are rated, so that the product installed will fit its intended purpose.
The "Breaking Strength" test measures the strength of a tile, so that
it will bear the expected load. The "Scratch Hardness" test measures the
relative hardness of glazed tile. It uses MOH scale ratings. top
How “Green” can flooring be? Whether it is
reduced maintenance costs, hence less cleaning chemicals used, or products
with significantly longer lifecycles, flooring suppliers are consistently
making “Green” a high priority.
Flooring manufacturers have introduced sustainable, environmentally friendly
products that reduce reliance on petroleum. Rapidly renewable resources,
such as Armstrong’s
BioBased Tile or Bamboo offer a sustainable flooring product, without
compromising performance.
Recycling of flooring products is also possible. Many manufacturers offer
pre and post consumer recycled content as an option, and several carpet
mills offer recycling programs where the mill will take back the used
carpet, re-manufacturing it into new flooring applications. Interface
has been a leader in this field. Brodney & Sons maintains a carpet
recycle dumpster. Instead of disposing of used carpet with our trash,
materials from this dumpster are recycled, saving raw materials and landfill
space. LEED
(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) credits can be obtained
through this recycling program.
Brodney & Sons has partnered with mills and clients to achieve sustainability
in flooring. With all the flooring options available today, being “Green”
is both practical and affordable. Brodney & Sons is pleased to help
its customers preserve the environment while fulfilling their flooring
requirements. top
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