PVC Free Rigid Core Flooring Introduction

Made in Germany, Elandura is crafted to be beautiful, comfortable, and authentic. Its construction is designed to endure life as it happens—ensuring that your floors look great for many years to come.
Crafted using a polypropylene and mineral composite, Elandura’s construction is free of formaldehyde, plasticizers, and phthalates. Its unique composition is waterproof, scratch resistant, and ultra-low in VOC emissions—
supporting a healthy home environment.

CREATIVITY INSPIRED BY NATURE

Mother Nature is the foundation of Elandura’s design. Natural wood and stone samples are carefully selected for their captivating look and scanned as the base for each floor. This allows us to capture the beauty of every crease, knot and grain. Elandura is available in plank and tile formats. Each design features 21 (wood) or 16 (stone) unique planks and a plank to plank color variation rating that ranges from light to heavy.

PLANK DIMENSIONS

Wood style planks comes with 6.81″ by 50.79″ surface dimensions.

Stone style planks comes with 12.2″ by 25.12″ surface dimensions.

COLOR VARIATION STYLES

Color Design Collections

PVC Free PP-SPC Flooring PRODUCT FEATURES

1. PVC FREE CONSTRUCTION

Elandura PVC-free rigid core flooring is crafted using durable food-safe, medical-grade polypropylene, a material most commonly used to make a variety of consumer products such as baby bottles and food containers. The combination of polypropylene and natural minerals results in a product that is waterproof, safe, and strong enough to withstand the rigors of daily use in a busy home.

2. CERTIFIED SAFE

There is no need to be concerned about indoor air quality when choosing Elandura. It contains zero PVC, formaldehyde, phthalates, or plasticizers, resulting in ultra-low VOC emissions. What’s more, Elandura is GreenGuard Gold and Blue Angel certified.

3. WATERPROOF

Elandura’s unique composition is waterproof, making it ideal for installations throughout your home, including kitchens, bathrooms, or below grade.

4. DURABLE PERFORMANCE

Elandura is designed to withstand the challenges of everyday life in the busiest of households. It can stand up to spills, scratches and pet accidents.

5. COMES WITH ATTACHED UNDERLAY

Designed specifically for Elandura, the pre-attached underlay provides built-in acoustical performance. DELTA IIC 25dB.

6. EASY INSTALLATION

Quick and simple floating installation with an angle-angle locking system. Elandura can be installed in areas up to 10,000 square feet without the use of transitions.

7. STAIN & FADE RESISTANT

Elandura is made to withstand the test of time. Its lacquer surface provides protection against staining, and visuals are printed using UV-resistant ink for a lifetime guarantee against fading from sun exposure.

8. LOW MAINTENANCE

Elandura floors are easy to clean. They do not require special or expensive cleaning agents and are safe to clean by wet, and steam mop.

Rigid Core Polypropylene SPC Product Structure

Technical Product Specifications

Add PVC free PP-SPC Flooring to Your Flooring Collections

Germany’s resilient flooring manufacturers such as Classen is a pioneer supplier of polypropylene rigid core floorings. However, as the German made products have a high premium and costs in the PP-SPC productions, pricing from German made floorings is higher compared to Asia made floorings.

As a professional supplier of resilient flooring products, Sreelance New Material Technology provides a wide range of manufacturing solutions, including polypropylene LVT and polypropylene SPC. By working with leading innovators across the manufacturing industry, such as Wisbanner China and Interface Polymer UK, Sreelance has developed effective polypropylene flooring products for the flooring industry.

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Dry Back Luxury Vinyl Tiles

Dry back luxury vinyl tile is also known as the glue down flexible LVT flooring. It generally has an overall thickness between 2.0mm and 3.0 mm. As a basic and one of the most inexpensive resilient flooring products, dry back LVT is highly popular for both residential and commercial flooring applications. This vinyl plank is largely used for multi-family homes, rental properties, and light commercial projects.

Peel and Stick Luxury Vinyl Tiles

Peel and Stick Luxury Vinyl tiles are perhaps one of the most DIY friendly flooring products there is in the whole flooring and decorative flooring industry. However, there are now too many cheap knockoffs, which contributes to major quality issues in durability, stability, and printing consistency of this type of luxury vinyl plank.

Though, with its super convenience for self-adhesion and ease of cutting into required shapes, it has become a top-selling product in e-commerce, such as on Amazon. The prices for peel and stick luxury vinyl plank are also very competitive and affordable. They generally come with 1.2mm thickness, which allows them to be cut and shaped easily with just scissors.

Loose Lay Luxury Vinyl Planks

Loose lay luxury vinyl plank is actually an upgraded product to dryback LVP. With increasing thickness and an anti-slip underlayer film underneath, the loose lay LVP can be installed without applying glue. This made it super easy to install as a floating floor. The increase in thickness and an additional anti-slip underlayer would raise the price significantly; however, it is still well liked by many project builders as they are very time saving. This is also one of the first glue free resilient flooring that does not require paying a premium for locking systems.

This innovative flooring combines the design flexibility of gluedown LVT with the quick and easy installation of a floating floor. Create stunning custom designs without the hassle of adhesives.

Karndean Design Flooring

Click n Lock Luxury Vinyl Plank

This is one of the most well liked products across all resilient flooring categories. With the click n’ lock technology, for the first time, luxury vinyl planks can be installed in the same way as click-engineered woods and laminate flooring. The clicking system is super easy to install and has enhanced the waterproof performance by preventing water from penetrating between two tiles.

Rigid Core SPC Plank Flooring

The very first rigid core SPC flooring was invented around 2012 but did not receive any market popularity until late 2017. The rapid surge in SPC vinyl plank flooring popularity has resulted in a large number of Chinese laminate flooring manufacturers investing in SPC extrusion production lines (as part of risk diversification against the toxic laminate flooring incident in 2015).

Rigid Core SPC Flooring is considered an improved LVT with more robust and dimensionally stable performance. The price of SPC is slightly cheaper than LVT with the same specification.

Light SPC Flooring

LSPC, Light SPC Flooring, is a new form of rigid core SPC with 20% less density weight. The manufacturing technology in light SPC planks requires precise control of the foaming process in SPC extrusion. As it has a 20% foaming, the acoustic performance in LSPC is similar to WPC flooring. The resilient flooring manufacturers consider the LSPC as the next generation of WPC vinyl plank flooring.

Hybrid Structure Vinyl Plank Flooring

Hybrid structure vinyl plank flooring, by definition, is a combination of two different types of vinyl flooring together. In the manufacturing industry, it is frequently referred to as the AB structure or ABA structure vinyl plank flooring. An AB structure means there is one layer of LVT on top of a layer of SPC. ABA structure means there is a sandwich structure where there is one layer of LVT on both sides of the SPC core.

AB Structure Hybrid Vinyl Flooring: LVT sheet + SPC rigid core  (AB Two layers)

ABA Structure Hybrid Vinyl Flooring: LVT sheet + SPC rigid core + LVT sheet (ABA Three layers)

WPC Flooring

The original WPC flooring referred to the Wood Plastic Composition that was largely used for outdoor decking, and the makeup composition actually does have wood fibers in combination with plastics. However, when it is referred to as resilient WPC flooring, there is actually no wood fiber at all in it. The reason why it is called WPC is simply because the resilient WPC planks have a wood-like acoustic performance due to their highly hollowed core from foaming. Though, due to the high ratio of foaming in its WPC core, the WPC core planks are very vulnerable to denting and even breakage. Therefore, most of the on-market resilient WPC flooring comes with an AB structure with one layer of LVT on top and a layer of WPC as the core. The WPC flooring is generally more than 8.0mm thick to improve its structural strength performance.

Non-Vinyl Luxury Polypropylene Flooring

Non-vinyl luxury polypropylene flooring is completely made from non-PVC materials. As a PVC-free resilient flooring, luxury polypropylene flooring has the benefit of being truly toxic free and more environmentally sustainable. Polypropylene plastics are also one of the least energy-consuming polymers that can reduce carbon footprint as it replaces PVC applications. In addition, with improved heat resistance capability in polypropylene (PP) polymers, the luxury polypropylene flooring has significant enhancement in dimensional stability. Making it an acclimation free before installation. Both PP-LVT and PP-SPC are flooring products under the polypropylene flooring category.

Non-Vinyl Luxury PET Flooring

Non-vinyl luxury PET flooring is made from polyethylene terephthalate plastics, a very common polymer resin that is often used in packaging for food and beverages and also for clothing fibers. Many carpet flooring are also made from PET polymers, so it is one of the most popular plastics that has been around for ages. Luxury PET flooring provides a PVC free option that effectively replaces PVC with a toxic-free PET polymer.

Loose Lay Grip LVT Flooring

When it comes to loose-lay grip LVT flooring, the most famous product in this line is the Seta-Grip LVT collections by Nox, a resilient flooring manufacturer in South Korea. The Seta-Grip LVT was first launched back in 2018 and won the Silver Nightingale Award in 2022. It is a revolutionary invention, as it allows 2.0mm thick LVT to be loose-lay installed instead of having to apply glues. It significantly has installation time as well as materials. This technology was also applied in the Allure QuikGrip collection by HMTX.

Magnetic LVT Flooring

Magnetic LVT is another glue free resilient flooring that can be easily installed and removed. Using magnetic technology, the magnetic flooring is able to grip the flooring substrate firmly. However, as the magnetic compositions are more expensive in price, they are less popular for residential use. The application for magnetic LVT is more common in commercial use, where the flooring and spatial space need to be renovated frequently. We see a huge market niche in magnetic LVT flooring for studies, retailer spaces, theaters, and other conditions where frequent changes in interiors are needed.

FAQ

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KÄHRS Upofloor Zero Collections

• Zero & Green Collection
• Zero Sheet Collection

Zero & Green Collection

The Zero & Green homogeneous flooring collection is made up of 50% recycled content and with 40% of the virgin plastic composition being bio-based. Biobased plastic has lower carbon footprint as well as being a more circular resource that contributes to sustainability.
This collection of homogeneous flooring offers 10 color designs and is locally made in Finland.

Certified with Nordic Swan Eco-Label, Red List Free, and DECLARE Label.

Zero Sheet Collection

The Zero Sheet flooring also has contents of recycled polymers, and are manufactured with 100% renewable energy. In comparing with homogeneous flooring that are made from conventioanl energy sources, the Zero Sheet flooring has a 32% reduction in CO2 emission.
The collection offers 38 color designs and are locally made in Finland.

Certified with Red List Free, and DECLARE Label.

Key Features of KÄHRS Upofloor Zero Flooring

• Offers more environmental sustainable flooring with bio-based composition, reduced carbon footprint, and PVC-Free
• Contains no chlorine, phthalates, halogens or heavy metals
• Does not generate dangerous combustion gases such as dioxins when burned
• Resistance to bacteria and fungi growth
• Dirt proof and easy to maintain

Product Specifications

• Collection: Zero & Green & Zero Sheet Collection
• Installation method: Glue-down
• Dimensions (mm): 1450 x 25000 mm
• Application: Assisted living, Daycare, Education, Healthcare, Office

Applications

Homogeneous flooring rolls are most suitable for commercial applications. With 1.45m width, this PVC free homogeneous roll flooring can be installed with rapid ground coverage. Open areas such as laboratories, restaurants, school open grounds, and other public or commercial spaces are most suitable.

Zero Means Zero Wastes – Implementing Take Back Program

Kahrs has also introduced its Zero Waste program. With the commitment to minimise waste and contribute to improving the circular economy, Kahrs has implemented its take-back scheme first in Sweden. End of life homogeneous flooring products from Kahrs can be collected by Swedish GBRs national collection system and will be reused for manufacturing new flooring products.

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Living Building Challenge Red-List Materials

The Red-List has outline some of the most toxic materials to health and environments.

• Alkylphenols
• Antimicrobials (Marketed with a Health Claim)
• Asbestos Compounds
• Bisphenol A
• California-Banned Solvents
• Chlorinated polymers Including Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC), Chloroprene (Neoprene Monomer), and CPVC
• Chlorobenzenes
• Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs)
• Formaldehyde
• Halogenated fire retardants (HFRs)
• Organotin Compounds
• Perfluorinated and Polyfluorinated Alkyl Substances (PFAS) / Perfluorinated compounds (PFCs)
• Phthalates (Orthophthalates)
• Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
• Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHS)
• Short-Chain and Medium-ChainChlorinated paraffins
• Toxic Heavy Metals including Arsenic, Cadmium, Chromium VI, Lead , and Mercury
• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in wet applied products
• Wood treatments containing creosote or pentachlorophenol

Toxic substances and compositions such as asbestos, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Formaldehyde, Halogenated fire retardants, phthalates, cadmium, chromium, and lead are some of the more frequent concerns associated with floor covering products. Whether its the formaldehydes found in high density fiberboard (HDF) for making laminate flooring, phthalates conventionally used for making vinyl floorings, PVC compositions which are currently the mainstream material for making luxury vinyl planks, or toxic heavy metals found in LVT products that are made from recycled PVC compositions. As a mean to reduce these toxicity and the risks it delivers to the environment, The Living Building Challenge was established in 2006 as a campaign to address these issues in building materials and construction industry.

Common known Red-List Free Flooring Products

• Hardwood Flooring
• Carpet tiles made from natural fibers, Polypropylene PP, or PET polymers
• Rubber Flooring
• Resilient flooring made from Linoleum
• LVT flooring made from Polypropylene PP
• LVT flooring made from Polyethylene Terephthalate PET

The Major Benefit of Red-List Free Flooring

A red-list free complied floor covering has the benefit of being more environmentally friendly. As major toxic substances are not being applied and used in the making of flooring products, it provide a safer flooring options for consumers and environments. The Red List Free approval offer absolute peace of mind for anyone looking to create a healthier, safer and more sustainable home.

Luxury Polypropylene Flooring – The next Red-List Free Flooring Options

As of currently, luxury resilient floorings such as LVP and SPC are still being made with PVC compositions. While many NGO associations and environmental activists are calling for better sustainability by phasing out applications of PVC in building materials, PVC still remain the core and most used material in resilient flooring manufacturing. Pioneer brands such as Ceramin, Shaw, and Mohawk all work with new material solutions to provide the next generation of LVT and SPC products that is made from non-vinyl materials. This is where luxury polypropylene flooring comes in. As an alternative solution for PVC flooring, polypropylene has the mechanical properties as well as environmental factors to make it ideal to replace PVC.

Where to buy Red-List Free Resilient Flooring

Currently most of the manufacturers in Asia are still focus on PVC based resilient flooring manufacturing. Only the best of manufacturers has a progressive focus on PVC free resilient flooring developments and Red-list free resilient flooring developments. The race between PET and PP based composition are still very unclear as different leading brands are taking different approach to their next generation resilient flooring products.

Here are Sreelance Material Technology, we provide solutions for polypropylene based resilient flooring manufacturing. Therefore you can buy polypropylene LVT and polypropylene SPC from us as we have excellent capability to provide high performance polypropylene resilient floorings.

Our polypropylene resilient flooring has product features in the following:

• High Scratch resistance performance
• Strong mechanical performance for click profiling
• Meeting Bfl-S1 fire retardant rating
• Manufactured in extrusion continuous production process
• No PUR nor glue applied

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Therefore when it comes to non-toxic flooring, finding a revolutionary alternative that not only beautifies your home but also safeguards your family’s well-being is crucial. From elegant hardwood to innovative cork and bamboo, non-toxic flooring options are as diverse as they are safe. They help reduce allergens and toxins in your space, making it a haven for relaxation and peace of mind.

Explore the myriad benefits of choosing non-toxic flooring, and discover how this single change of material can help to transform your home from the ground up – creating a serene sanctuary free from harmful chemicals. A healthier home starts here, giving you and your loved ones the clean, vibrant space you deserve.

The Importance of Indoor Air Quality

Indoor air quality is a critical yet often underestimated aspect of home health. Many people spend up to 90% of their time indoors, making the quality of the air we breathe inside our homes vital for our well-being. Poor indoor air quality can contribute to various health issues, including respiratory problems, allergies, and even long-term chronic illnesses. The flooring in our homes plays a significant role in this equation, as it can be a source of harmful emissions and allergens.

Traditional flooring materials such as carpet, vinyl, and certain types of laminate can emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These compounds are released into the air and can cause a range of health problems, from minor irritations to serious conditions such as asthma and other respiratory diseases. Furthermore, these materials can harbor dust, mold, and other allergens, which can exacerbate health issues, particularly in children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing conditions.

Improving indoor air quality involves making informed choices about the materials we bring into our homes. By choosing non-toxic flooring, homeowners can significantly reduce the number of harmful chemicals and allergens in their living spaces. This not only creates a healthier environment but also contributes to a more sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle. As awareness of the impact of indoor air quality on health continues to grow, the demand for safer, non-toxic flooring options is increasing.

Common Toxic Materials in Traditional Flooring

Traditional flooring materials have long been a staple in homes due to their availability and cost-effectiveness. However, many of these materials come with hidden dangers that can affect the health of those living in the home. Carpets, for instance, are often treated with chemicals for stain resistance and durability. These treatments can release VOCs into the air long after installation, contributing to indoor air pollution. Additionally, carpets can trap dust, pet dander, and other allergens, making it difficult to maintain a clean and healthy living environment.

Vinyl flooring, another popular choice, is typically made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a type of plastic known for its durability and water resistance. However, the production of vinyl flooring involves the use of phthalates, heavy metals, and other harmful chemicals. These substances can off-gas over time, releasing toxic fumes into the air. Moreover, when vinyl flooring ages or is damaged, it can release even more harmful chemicals, posing a continuous risk to indoor air quality.

Laminate flooring, often chosen for its affordability and aesthetic appeal, can also be a source of harmful emissions. Many laminate products are made using formaldehyde-based resins, which can release formaldehyde gas, a known carcinogen, into the air. Prolonged exposure to formaldehyde can lead to a host of health problems, including respiratory issues, skin irritation, and an increased risk of cancer.

Understanding Non-Toxic Flooring: What Is It?

Non-toxic flooring refers to flooring materials that are free from harmful chemicals and emissions, making them safer for both human health and the environment. These flooring options are designed to minimize the release of VOCs and other toxic substances that can compromise indoor air quality. They are typically made from natural, renewable, and sustainable materials that do not require extensive chemical treatments or synthetic additives.

One of the key characteristics of non-toxic flooring is its low or zero VOC emission. VOCs are a group of chemicals that can easily evaporate into the air, contributing to indoor air pollution. Non-toxic flooring options are manufactured using processes and materials that significantly reduce or eliminate the presence of VOCs. This means that they do not release harmful fumes into the air, making them a safer choice for homes, especially for individuals with respiratory conditions or chemical sensitivities.

Non-toxic flooring also emphasizes sustainability and environmental responsibility. Many non-toxic flooring products are made from renewable resources such as bamboo, cork, and sustainably harvested hardwood. These materials are not only eco-friendly but also biodegradable, reducing their impact on the environment. Additionally, the production processes for non-toxic flooring often prioritize energy efficiency and waste reduction, further contributing to their sustainability credentials. By choosing non-toxic flooring, homeowners can create a healthier living environment while also supporting eco-friendly practices.

Types of Non-Toxic Flooring Options

Hardwood Flooring

Hardwood flooring is a timeless choice that combines natural beauty with durability. When sourced from sustainably managed forests and treated with non-toxic finishes, hardwood flooring becomes an excellent non-toxic option. Hardwoods like oak, maple, and cherry are popular choices due to their strength and longevity. These floors can be finished with natural oils or water-based sealants that do not emit harmful VOCs, ensuring a healthy indoor environment.

Note: Some hardwood materials naturally has formaldehyde in them however not in high level of concentration to be harmful. More concerns are associated with surface finishing with coating. Therefore selecting a reliable supplier and products with certifications can help to reduce risks.

Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo flooring is another sustainable and non-toxic option that has gaining popularity over the years. As bamboo is a fast-growing plant that regenerates quickly, it is considered an eco-friendly material that are applied for various of material material products, of cause including floorings. It offers a similar aesthetic to hardwood and is also extremely durable. Bamboo flooring is typically treated with non-toxic adhesives and finishes, making it a safe option for those concerned about indoor air quality. Its natural resistance to moisture and pests adds to its appeal as a versatile flooring material.

Cork Flooring

Cork flooring is derived from the bark of the cork oak tree, which can be harvested without harming the tree. This makes cork a highly sustainable and renewable natural material. Cork flooring is naturally hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, and resistant to mold and mildew, making it ideal for maintaining a healthy indoor environment. It also provides excellent insulation and cushioning, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency in the home.

Note: While cork is can excellent material due to its environmental friendliness, the strength and durability in cork HDF panel is a weakness it has. Especially when a locking system is slotted on the edge, cork flooring become more vulnerable to breakage.

Polypropylene Resilient Flooring

As the next generation luxury resilient flooring product, polypropylene resilient flooring offers a complete vinyl free composition for LVT and SPC product lines. This new generation of PP-LVT and PP-SPC can comply with Red-List Free requirement so it can meet the Living Building Challenge in Building Projects.

Linoleum Flooring

Linoleum is made from natural materials such as linseed oil, cork dust, wood flour, and natural pigments, making it a biodegradable and non-toxic flooring option. Unlike its synthetic counterpart, PVC vinyl, linoleum does not emit harmful chemicals and is free from phthalates and other toxic substances. Linoleum is available in a range of colors and patterns, offering both aesthetic appeal and environmental benefits.

Note: Linoleum is more frequently applied in roll type resilient floorings such as homogeneous flooring and heterogeneous flooring.

Natural Stone Flooring

Natural stone flooring, including options like slate, granite, and marble, is a non-toxic choice that adds elegance and durability to any home. Stone floors do not emit VOCs and are extremely long-lasting, reducing the need for replacement and minimizing environmental impact. When sealed with non-toxic, water-based sealants, natural stone flooring becomes a safe and sustainable option for maintaining a healthy indoor environment.

How to Choose the Right Non-Toxic Flooring for Your Home

Selecting the right non-toxic flooring for your home involves considering several factors, including your lifestyle, aesthetic preferences, and budget. Start by assessing the specific needs of each room in your home. For example, high-traffic areas like the living room and kitchen may require more durable flooring options, while bedrooms might benefit from the warmth and comfort of cork or hardwood.

Consider the environmental impact of the flooring materials you choose. Look for products that are certified by reputable organizations such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) for hardwood or the GreenGuard certification for low VOC emissions. These certifications ensure that the flooring materials meet strict environmental and health standards.

Budget is another important consideration. While some non-toxic flooring options may have a higher upfront cost, they often offer long-term savings through durability and reduced health risks. Weigh the initial investment against the potential benefits to your family’s health and the longevity of the flooring.

Consult with your flooring professionals or retailers who specialize in non-toxic and sustainable products. They can provide valuable insights and recommendations based on your specific needs and preferences. Additionally, sample different flooring options to see how they look and feel in your space before making a final decision.

Summary on Major Benefits of Toxic Free Flooring

Improved Air Quality

Non-toxic flooring minimizes or eliminates the release of VOCs, leading to cleaner indoor air.

Reduced Health Issues

By avoiding toxic chemicals, non-toxic flooring can help alleviate or prevent allergies, asthma, and other respiratory problems, especially in households with children or individuals with sensitivities.

Enhanced Resale Value

Homes with non-toxic flooring are often seen as more desirable by buyers who prioritize healthy and sustainable materials, potentially increasing the home’s market value.

Eco-Friendly and Sustainable

Many non-toxic flooring options are made from natural materials or use eco-friendly manufacturing processes, reducing environmental impact.

Durable and Long-lasting

Solid wood flooring, for example, is known for its durability and longevity, offering a sustainable investment.

Hypoallergenic and Easy to Clean

Tile and some vinyl free flooring options are hypoallergenic and easy to clean, making them suitable for allergy sufferers and busy households.

Conclusion: Making a Healthier Choice for Your Home

Choosing non-toxic flooring is a proactive step towards creating a healthier and more sustainable living environment. By opting for flooring materials that are free from harmful chemicals and emissions, you can significantly improve indoor air quality, reduce allergens, and create a safer home for your family. Non-toxic flooring options are not only beneficial for your health but also contribute to environmental conservation and sustainability.

The diverse range of non-toxic flooring options available today ensures that homeowners can find a solution that fits their aesthetic preferences, lifestyle needs, and budget. From the timeless elegance of hardwood to the innovative appeal of bamboo and cork, there is a non-toxic flooring option to suit every home.

As awareness of the importance of indoor air quality and sustainable living continues to grow, making informed choices about the materials we bring into our homes becomes increasingly important. By choosing non-toxic flooring, you are investing in the well-being of your family and the health of our planet. A healthier home truly starts from the ground up, and with non-toxic flooring, you can create a clean, vibrant space that you and your loved ones will enjoy for years to come.

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What is PVC Free Rigid Core PP Floorings

PVC Free Rigid Core PP Floorings are made from Polypropylene composition. It is the next generation flooring product that replace the PVC based rigid core SPC floorings. With polypropylene’s natural properties, SPC made of PP composition will have an outstanding performance compare to PVC based SPC planks. Some of the product advantages includes improving dimensional stability and curling performance. PP based SPC are also easier to recycle so it can contribute to better for flooring recycling and takeback.

Major benefits in PP based SPC

• Greater dimensional stability
• Improved curling performance
• Truly recyclable
• Helps for flooring takeback program and upcycle
• Truly toxic free when burned

Why Flooring Businesses should consider Launching PP based SPC?

There are many good reasons why flooring business should consider launching PP based SPC as part of their floor product offering. The very first reason is performance factors. With improving stability and curling performance, the polypropylene based SPC does not need to be acclimated before installation. This significantly saves builder and contractors’ project time. Being a acclimation free flooring, the project will have less risk from product failure. Saving time and potential costs from flooring failure.

The second aspect about launching PP based SPC is the fact that it is a more environmental flooring product. Some green building project requires all building materials it use is Red-List Free. PVC based SPC therefore loss out on winning these green building projects. By able to offer PVC-free based SPC, flooring business will have greater opportunities to work with these special building projects, and with a better profit margin too.

The third factor for PP based SPC is that it is truly recyclable material. Flooring brands has a interest to launch PP based flooring as it align with their ESG strategies for end of life product take-back program. While smaller flooring businesses, especially for floor retailers, does not have the capability to offer the same product take-back program, by having these eco-friendly SPC collections, or rigid core PP Flooring, can still bring positive impact for the environment. There are consumer niche that are really concerned about sustainabilities in their flooring product, and PP based SPC can capture that market niche.

Better Performance with Polypropylene SPC

When comparing polyvinyl chloride with polypropylene, polypropylene polymers has a better performance in both high and extremely low temperatures. The vicat point (softening temperature)for polypropylene is between 130°C and 170°C (266°F – 338°F), while for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is only between 72°C and 82°C (162°F–180°F). Therefore during the changing seasons between summer and winter, PVC based SPC flooring are more vulnerable to deform and dimensional change.

Due to distinctive temperature performance with polypropylene, SPC products that are made from compositions of polypropylene has an improving dimensional stability and curling. With advanced formula, polypropylene based SPC can also achieve acclimation free performance, saving time for builders and renovation projects alike.

Improving Environmental Safety with Polypropylene SPC

Polyvinyl Chloride contains chloride which is considered a potential toxic chemical for the environment. In fact, chloride is also listed as one of the most toxic substance according to the International Living Future Institute. When PVC polymers are burned, it will produce a black smoke due to higher smoke density with hydrogen chloride and dioxins, both are hazardous chemicals for humans, animals, and plants. Polypropylene on the other hand, only produce white smoke when burned, indicating a clean combustion that leaves no harmful chemical substances to the environment.

Enable Sustainability through Recycling with Polypropyle SPC

Polypropylene can be easily recycled through mechanical methods. While for polyvinyl chloride, it needs to go through chemical treatments to effectively be recycled. In practice, more than 90% of PVC wastes are either dumped or burned, which continues to be a major plastic waste problem. Even under chemical recycling methods, the use of additional chemicals to recycle are also criticised.

While many flooring brands claim that their PVC based products are 100% recyclable, it is not done in practice. Hence major brands are preparing to launch PVC-free resilient flooring products. Polypropylene based SPC, a rigid core PP Flooring, is a sustainable and true recyclable product that is being promoted by some of these leading brands.\

Where to Find Quality Rigid Core PP Flooring Supplier?

Sreelance is a professional flooring supplier based in Asia. With capabilities in polypropylene SPC flooring innovations, Sreelance provide effective PVC free flooring solutions for global flooring customers. Sreelance provide the following product collections in polypropylene based resilient floorings;

• Dryback PP-LVT
• Click PP-LVT
• Click PP-SPC

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Warmer Wood Tone Aesthetics

Enthusiasm is clearly noted regarding the latest flooring color design. Whether it’s hardwood flooring or luxury vinyl planks, the impression for warmer color tone appearance are the predominant trend. While hardwood flooring might be hard to come by, flooring products such as vinyl planks and laminate flooring offer many choices in pattern design and color choices. Progression towards warmer, deeper, remarkably classic tone ranges is noticeable. Try exploring floors that exhibit a warm, enriched, elegant wood style.

Explore Robust Designs with Engineering Quality

Standard flooring plank designs have overwhelmed the market, and there is always a niche for a few variations. By expert standards, flooring planks with herringbone or even chevron patterns are true testaments to the manufacturing quality of flooring. Flooring planks that are designed with these pavement styles needed higher engineering quality in both materials and precision processing. A craftsmanship that can really deliver exciting statements for the flooring.

Sustainability in Flooring Product Designs

Prioritising environmental friendliness significantly influences product choices today. Expect to embrace more natural compositions as well as recycled compositions. Latest products such as PVC-Free LVT by Tarkett and Plastic Free Flooring by Lico Swiss are both excellent examples that display flooring design trends towards eco-sustainability.

Large Format Stone & Concrete Flooring

With more modern homes exploring more industry-minimalist designs, consumers are experiencing stone and concrete designs that offer large-format planks. Conventional tiles, whether it’s ceramics or vinyl, are offered in 30 cm x 60 cm or 60 cm x 60 cm. A few different brands are trying out 60 cm x 120 cm in the market. These exceptionally large-sized tiles have a trend in the flooring market.

Ultra Matt Surface

Naturalistic styles are going through a low sheen and low-gloss finish. The ultra-matte surface has an enhanced surface with a low gloss level, providing a more naturalistic appearance.

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Polypropylene LVT Planks Made in China

Working with a pioneer innovator in resilient flooring products, Sreelance Material Technology has announced its product launch for our polypropylene LVT planks. Quality made in China with an improving cost structure to offer competitive pricing and quotations for flooring importers.

Structural Makeup of PP-LVT Planks

Polypropylene LVT is made from just polypropylene compositions. From its protective wear layer, deco print layer, and base layer. Depending on the preferred installation method and structure, an optional underlayment can also be added. The underlayer will also be made from a polypropylene composition.

LVT Quality You can Trust

Every LVT product we supply goes through a set of product testing and examination. Our quality assurance makes sure that every production batch, the LVT planks, is fully tested and inspected before they are delivered to you. As a flooring importer, you can trust us with procuring resilient LVT products from Asia. Our team works across China, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Taiwan, providing Asia-sourcing solutions that make your global import easy and of low risk.

Customized Polypropylene LVT Products

Making a purchase of the latest innovation resilient flooring products with Sreelance is easy. Our product solutions allow you to design the ideal specifications for your PVC-free LVT flooring. Product full customization from dimensional length to quality performance, as well as additional features such as anti-scratch performance or anti-bacterial properties.

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Our Domotex observation report are carried out from participation of Domotex China 2023, Domotex Hanover 2024, from which some of the contexts are ongoing updates. We hope this little presentation are enjoyable for your read.

Summary Outtake from Previous 2023 Domotex China Observation Report

Mega Trend for Vinyl-Free Flooring Development

Viny-Free Floorings continue to be one of the most important product development trend in the industry. Not only we see first tier suppliers rolling out their vinyl free LVT and vinyl free SPC, we also were informed exclusive sales rights were demanded from leading flooring brand. This is an indication that it is in brands’ interest to eventually phase out PVC-based floorings, and they are strategically capturing exclusive suppliers in this line.

Vinyl-Free Floorings are currently being developed in two directions, one is PET polymer based, and the other Polypropylene (PP) based. There is no certainty which one will lead as we have observed different major brands has chosen different material (as well as relevant suppliers / developers as they are closely associated).

Vinyl Free LVT/SPC will be the mega trend, according to our experts. “More than half of the flooring brands that participated in the Cologne Expo in Germany have displayed non-pvc floorings instead of the normal PVC based floorings.”

Comment by Ethan Lee:The Chinese supply chain is majorly focused in the development of new material applications, which aims to meet potential environmental regulations that could seriously affect the PVC flooring market (LVT/SPC/Homogeneous). Over the past Chinese manufacturers have enjoyed rapid development from international trade, building production facilities that aim to meet the market demands in PVC resilient floorings. However, due to its mass production scales, the production facilities are also limited to the use of polymers; hence, when encountering the ban of PVC, the strategic direction is to use alternative polymers that can be implemented with existing equipment, instead of alternative natural materials. This is something we currently do not observe from local (China) suppliers.

2024 Domotex Hannover Observation Report

Expo Theme & Focus

Sustainability continues to be an ongoing topic being discussed during the panels in Domotex. Major green deal Carbon Neutral 2050 with the agenda for zero emission in production and product total life cycle are being discussed. Its worth noting that vinyl-free has been mentioned, which suggests that alternative materials are being looked at for the construction industry as a whole.

According to the discussion, future financing can be associated with the bettering assessment in ESG and could be a potential leverage for firms that meet criteria. Some suggestions include the application of bio-based resources to reduce energy use. The implementation of recycled materials and enhancing the recyclability of products are also key aspects that leading brands are focusing on.

The panel also discussed the idea of take back obligations of flooring to help target the removal and recycling of flooring products.

Exhibition Participants and Suppliers

As one of the biggest flooring trade fair (globally), we see that the hard surface floorings being divided into three sections.

The first hall is presented with major flooring brands, which can offer multiple categories of flooring products (including laminate flooring, resilient flooring, and hardwood flooring), and also more specialized brands that offer only one type of flooring.

The second hall is mostly concentrated with hardwood floorings, parkettes, and engineering woods, and we see a more dynamic mix of suppliers from across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

The last hall focus on floorings and suppliers from across Asia.

From the overall observations, we see a distinct advantage in product scales from Asia in resilient flooring categories. For laminate floorings are somewhat 50/50 between Asia vs Europe made. And Parkettes are nearly all finished in Europe locally.

Leading Brand Product Display

Through the display of hard surface products, we can observe there is still a high demand for conventional products when it comes to floorings. Price and costs are still a strong factor that effects the sales performance of decorative floorings.

Thus, while we saw there are many innovative products that are being introduced, with a few brands that are progressively promoting environmental and sustainable products (alternative materials), a large proportion of product displays are still focused in the conventional materials, especially for laminate and resilient floorings.

We also noticed that many of the global mega brands has not participated in the event, such as Shaw, Mohawk and etc. These implications suggest that mega brands are not fully prepared with launching of new materials (whether in Polypropylene or PET polymers in resilient floorings).

Retailers’ Park Sections

• Significantly fewer participants this year compared with any previous Domotex years.
• Agglomerate Maga Brands did not participate this year (Shaw/Mohawk/Karndean/etc).
• Diverse Comprehensive Product Suppliers (Tools, Paints, Siding, etc.).

Indication for slow market growth and lower participation for 2024. Potentially from both construction projects and retailing (DIY sectors).

Product Innovation Directions and Implications

Highlight Innovative Flooring Products at Domotex Exhibition Display

LI&PRA Second-Life Concept on Laminate Floorings

Made in Switzerland, this flooring product focus in the concept of “Second-Life” where the flooring is designed to be recycled and re-made into floorings again. The Fibrano collection is considered a laminate flooring with a digital printed decoration on top, a feature we do not often see from conventional laminate floorings. LI&PRA offers a complete product take back at product life end, and recycle and remake it by sanding down the digital print layer and replace with a new one.

Unilin’s Recycled Laminate Flooring Technology

With the support of European Union, CISUFLO has launched programs to target the recycling of materials in laminates, resilient and textile floorings. The above picture displays materials of virgin and recycled wood fibers, and a sample board made from recycled wood fiber (into HDF).

Ceramin’s PVC Free SPC Flooring Solution

Made in Germany, Ceramin offers vinyl free resilient flooring by implementing polypropylene polymers. Polypropylenes can be easily recycled through mechanical means and do not lose as much of their original property performance when compared to PVC polymers. The current formula allows Ceramin to add 25% of recycled polypropylene into the rigid core, but we believe as the formulation improves, this ratio can be further improved.

Note that recycled polypropylene plastics can actually cost more than the virgin materials. 

Wicanders’ Cork Based Resilient Flooring

Wicanders Wise offers a bio-natural floorings that is made of cork. It is completely vinyl-free and the top layer (wear layer and print layer) is made from bio-based polymers. Bio-based polymers generate less green house gas and carbon emissions. What’s more! The top layer is also biodegradable!

Note:  The concept and solution in biodegradable polymers hasn’t exactly been a popular or become mainstream. As many EU experts has disapproved it due to its limitation to be effectively biodegradable in any environments.

Digital Printing Trend in the European Flooring Market

Digital printing is now becoming a thing that is currently occurring in the Europe market. (This is a trend that is currently not being observed in China as well as in North America Market).

The digital printing allows for highly customized designs made available with reduced repetition in pattern design and can offer any colors in need. Once the pattern design is selected, it can be made in production without the development time that is needed in gravure printing. With such advantages, digital printing is being implemented in many decorative surfaces, including walls and hard surface floorings.

Implications for the Flooring Industry in Europe

With a slow economy condition, European flooring manufacturers are now heading towards solutions for low NPD costs to improve ROI times.

Limitation in Digital Printing in Flooring

We see that digital printing is being introduced as a means to reduce development costs (investment needs) and enables the capability to offer highly customized designs to consumers. There is a market niche for premium projects, and digital printing offers a perfect solution for projects that needed this uniqueness.

However, when it comes to retailing and off-the-shelf products, the digitally printed flooring can show a distinct dot gain effect. While distributors may claim that the dot gain is nearly not visible when observed at 1 metre away (e.g., when standing up), it is still a concern, especially when being displayed in retailing. Hence, there are still improvements to be made for digital printing and innovation for improved substrate or improving the shading rate to reduce the dot gain effect.

Ultra Matt Appearance

The ultra matt surface finish is being offered by Korean brand LX. The additional matt appearance is achieved by applying a specially formulated surface coating to the resilient floorings and can maintain the variables within 0.5 gloss level. The above picture has shown the distinct difference in gloss level between ultra matt and standard resilient flooring. The gloss level of ultra matt is under 2.0.

With conventional plating press technique, a common range used is between 4.0~6.0, but can also be reduced to range of 2.0~4.0. In theory the plate press can be adjusted to reach 1.0~3.0 range, but it will have less consistency and not be practical if a standard were to be applied.

Implication for Asia Suppliers

Currently only Korean manufacturing (with the exception of mega brands such as CFL) has the special coating technology to produce ultra matt finish. The ultra finish proved a more natural-looking appearance and could be more favorable for those who are looking for an untreated wood style. The European flooring market has always preferred more in natural wood appearance, and the ultra matt helps to improve the positioning of LVT/SPC.

Limitation on Matt Surface Flooring Manufacturing

Korean product prices overall are higher than what is being offered by China, Vietnam, or Thailand. The price for standard LVT and SPC can be has little is 25% higher compared to China, and the ultra matt coating will also incur additional costs into the product. 

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PVC Free Rigid core flooring is a rigid core vinyl flooring without vinyl!

Historic Development in Resilient Vinyl Floorings

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) has long been a material that is widely used in the building material industry. While PVC was originally invented by Eugen Baumann in 1873, the application of PVC into floorings had only started and been widely applied since the 1930s. PVC floorings since then have gone through multiple stages where different forms of flooring products were developed and introduced into the market.

In the 21st century, the most common known PVC flooring has been Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT) and Stone Plastic Composite SPC tiles. LVT flooring has been on the market since the 1960s, and SPC flooring, as an upgrade to the LVT, was invented in 2010s and started gaining strong popularity since 2017.

The latest development in Stone Plastic Composite SPC tiles has been involved in the subject of substituting PVC polymers with other non-vinyl plastic materials such as polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polyethylene terephthalate glycol.

Movement into PVC Free Rigid Core PP Flooring Development Trend

There are both environmental and health safety concern in the application and use of PVC products. While it is debatable whether PVC-containing products, such as LVT or SPC, are 100% health safe for consumers, most experts have agreed that during the manufacturing process and recycling process of PVC products, chlorine and dioxin are released into the environment, which causes environmental concern and health concerns.

As a result, there are many countries, regions, semi-government organizations, independent associations, and even industrial leaders pushing and promoting towards PVC free production.

Top Rank Concerns in PVC Polymer Compositions

Toxic Concerns

PVC production has a high level of chlorine content and is potentially associated with other harmful substances such as mercury, asbestos, fluorinated substances, phthalates, and other related production used chemicals.

Carbon Footprint Concerns

Among the most commonly used plastic polymers, PVC production has significantly higher energy consumption and carbon dioxide gas emission. It therefore has a higher impact on the potential cause of global warming when compared to other types of plastic polymers.

Product End of Life Treatment Concerns

A high proportion of PVC-produced products ended up in landfills or incinerators. When PVC is burned, high concentrations of hazardous dioxins are released into the environment. Recycling of PVC is also challenging, as it has dehydrochlorination concerns and has additives that need to be super-separated to recycle.

External Articles Pros & Cons for PVC Free Rigid Core PP Flooring

Mega Trend towards PVC free rigid core PP Flooring Development Trend

As the general public and consumers are becoming more concerned with PVC applied consumer products, products such as PVC floorings will eventually be targeted as one of the products to be phased out. The European market now are already phasing out flexible packaging that is made of PVC and we see this as a signal that eventually will come to PVC floorings.

The industry experts from the flooring sector are also responding that during these years of building material trade exhibitions, we are seeing more brands to display and market vinyl free flooring products. Meanwhile, many specialized vinyl flooring manufacturers are also working on vinyl-free flooring products to replace the existing luxury vinyl tiles LVT and rigid core SPC floorings.

Brief conclusion on Vinyl Free Rigid Core PP Flooring Development

There is no doubt that vinyl free floorings will eventually be the mainstream for the floor covering sectors. The current LVT and SPC provide an excellent option for home decorations with a limited budget, and the design selections are almost endless, which allows for more aesthetic renovations. However, to transit from vinyl based flooring into vinyl free based flooring, there are still cost factors which are limiting the rapid market penetration for vinyl free floorings.

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