If sustainability is a priority in your home remodel, you'll want to choose a flooring option that respects your environmental impact.  That's why highly renewable materials like bamboo are such a hot commodity of late.  But there's a whole host of eco-friendly flooring materials available for your remodel--here's just a small selection.
- Bamboo. Â Because it grows very quickly, bamboo is an ultra-popular building material for eco-friendly remodels. Â Even better, it's now being woven into rugs that lend your room a warm, natural feel.
- Ceramic Wood.  This floor may look like hardwood, but it's actually made from porcelain tileDefinition: Durable, moisture-resistant tiles made from porcelain clay, commonly used in bathroom fl....  The tile itself is composed of 85% recycled material, and unlike genuine hardwood flooring, it doesn't require refinishing or shining.  This makes it a great, eco-friendly choice for your kitchen.
- Cork. Â Cork is another highly renewable material, and it also has excellent thermal qualities. Â The fact that it's hypoallergenic is just one more reason to consider it for your remodel. Â New technology is making cork flooring more and more popular with homeowners, so you can expect to see a continued resurgence of this material.
- Marmoleum.  If you've never heard of this product, it's a compound of linseed oil, cork flour, rosins, limestone and wood flour that is then affixed to a jute backing for a non-toxic, all natural product.  It's very easy to clean and actually becomes harder over time, so if you have kids in the house, it's a great choice for lasting durability.
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