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Innovations
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Floorward Thinking Brandy E. Fisher Abstract
From its creation to its disposal, there are environmental and health problems associated with polyvinyl chloride (vinyl) , the major component of vinyl flooring. The production of vinyl creates toxic waste that must be dumped or incinerated. Because very little vinyl is recycled, the waste material must also be landfilled or burned. Furthermore, the heavy chlorine content of these materials results in the release of dioxins into the environment. A new flooring alternative to vinyl recently entered the market. Stratica, manufactured by Amtico Company Limited, based in Coventry, United Kingdom, is made from polymer resins and offers the durability of vinyl without the environmental impact.
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