Health & Wellbeing
Our solutions are eco-designed
We follow the internationally recognised Cradle to Cradle® eco-design approach, designing products with healthier materials. 94% of our raw materials – representing more than 5,000 materials – are third-party assessed for their impact on people’s health and the environment based on Cradle to Cradle® criteria.
Indoor air quality
The air we breathe is vital to our health and well being. Yet the concentration of indoor pollutants can be two to five times higher than outdoors. 99% of our flooring solutions have low VOC (volatile organic compounds) emission levels which is 10 times lower than the most stringent world standard.
Hygiene
Hygiene is essential in preventing infections and combating antimicrobial resistance, especially in healthcare and aged-care settings. Since 2010, we have moved ahead of the curve to remove phthalates from our resilient flooring range and develop healthier alternatives with our suppliers.
Acoustics
Calm environments promote well-being, enhance hospitality and leisure experiences, provide soothing settings for care, and boost focus in work and learning spaces. For example, our SoundMaster carpet backing optimizes the sound absorption, ensuring best acoustic performance.
Empathetic design
Creating environments that support well-being is essential to fostering children’s learning and patients’ recovery. For example, Tarkett published a healthcare design guide to assist designers in making the right color choice.
