Healthier and Happier with concrete flooring
Reduce exposure to toxic chemcals
uMost people are aware of the health consequences of exposure to polluted outdoor air. But did you know that poor indoor air quality can pose similar health hazards? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, indoor air pollution is among the top five environmental dangers. Research indicates that people spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors. So for some of us, breathing the air inside our homes may be worse than spending time outdoors
What effect can flooring materials have on indoor air quality? Synthetic carpeting, for example, can emit volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, as can some of the products that accompany carpet installation, such as adhesives and padding. Some of the adhesives used under vinyl sheet goods and linoleum can also emit VOCs. Polished concrete floors are a toxic-free flooring alternative because they aren’t treated with chemicals or sealers that can emit harmful VOCs. They also are easy to maintain and require only periodic sweeping or wet mopping with mild, nontoxic detergents. Even medical facilities are installing concrete floors because they have no ill effects on indoor air quality. See To Your Health.
