Houten Vloeren: Een Duurzame En Gezonde Vloerkeuze

Datum: 17 maart 2023
Leestijd: 6 minuten
Auteur: Uipkes Houten Vloeren

A wooden floor is a sustainable and healthy choice as a floor covering. In this blog article we will tell you why that is the case.

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Sustainable And Healthy Living

More and more people find sustainability and healthy living important. Healthy food products, sports subscriptions and solar panels are purchased en masse. But the floor? Unfortunately, this is often overlooked.

A shame, because the different types of floors are not all equally durable and healthy. The best example of this is PVC floors. The production of this type of floor is anything but environmentally friendly, and the floor may contain harmful substances.

On the other hand, a wooden floor is a sustainable and healthy floor choice.

Why is a wooden floor sustainable

Wood is a natural product and is renewable. By purchasing a floor made of wood that comes from sustainably managed forests, you contribute to a sustainable world and the maintenance of our forests.
A wooden floor, if properly maintained, can last a lifetime. This means you don't have to keep buying a new floor. This is not only good for the environment, but also for your wallet.
If the floor color is no longer to your liking over time, we can sand the floor and finish it with a new color. No other floor type offers this advantage.
A wooden floor in the form of engineered wood flooring has a low heat resistance and hardly responds to fluctuations in temperature or moisture content. This means you can combine the floor with underfloor heating without any problems. Underfloor heating is a sustainable way of heating. A sustainable wooden floor with underfloor heating is therefore a double win.
A wooden floor on underfloor heating also offers advantages for people who are dust sensitive and/or have vulnerable lungs and allergies. By using underfloor heating as main heating, you can remove dusty radiators. In addition, mold has less chance of developing because underfloor heating ensures low humidity. Wooden floors also do not release harmful substances when you heat them, unlike PVC floors, for example.
Because a wooden floor lasts a very long time and is easy to renew, you can view a wooden floor as a long-term investment that increases the value of your home.

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A Sustainable Wooden Floor Is Made From Heartwood

If you start looking into wooden floors, you will soon discover that the prices of the different providers can vary considerably. From a square meter price of over a hundred euros to prices of a few tens of euros.

The large price differences can usually be explained by the wood from which the floor is made, but also because some providers show prices excluding VAT, subfloor, glue and installation, while others show a total m2 price, as is the case with Uipkes. So take a good look at what is included in a m2 price of wooden floors.

Cheap wooden floors are usually made of sapwood. In other words, the wood that is between the core and the bark of the tree and is not naturally that strong. Oak floorboards are also sometimes supplied that are composed of wood from different parts of the world, which gives you a difference in appearance and strength of the floorboards.

High-quality wooden floors are made from heartwood. Heartwood is much stronger than sapwood and also has a more beautiful wood grain. All Uipkes floors are made of heartwood. Furthermore, we only use wood that comes from sustainably managed forests.

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Why Is Wood a Healthy Flooring Choice?

Our wooden floors are finished with organic linseed oil, so you don't have to worry about harmful substances that, as previously indicated, PVC floors can be released.

Good to know: laminate floors also contain harmful substances. To keep the different layers that make up laminate together, they are glued together. When using some adhesives, formaldehyde can be released. According to the website "waarzitwatin.nl" the amount of harmful substances released from laminate decreases over time.

Fortunately, European legislation only permits the sale of laminate that releases so little formaldehyde that it is not harmful to your health. Nevertheless, as far as we are concerned, it is still not a pleasant thought that harmful substances are released through the floor at all.

And carpet? As far as we are concerned, that is not an option, because dust and dirt quickly accumulate in carpet. You will not have this problem with a wooden floor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of a sustainable, healthy bio-based wooden floor?

A sustainable, healthy bio-based wooden floor offers several advantages, such as:

Sustainability: Bio-based wooden floors are often made from renewable sources, which means they have less impact on the environment.
Health: Bio-based wood floors are generally free of harmful chemicals and emissions, making them a healthy choice for indoor air quality.
Natural look: Wooden floors give a warm, natural look to the room and create a cozy atmosphere.
Long-lasting investment: A durable wood floor can last for years, making it a worthwhile long-term investment.

What does bio-based mean in the context of wooden floors?

Bio-based means that the material comes from biological sources, such as plants, trees or other organic materials. In the case of a bio-based wooden floor, this means that the wood comes from sustainably managed forests or recycled wood.

How can I check whether a wooden floor is actually sustainable?

To check the durability of a wooden floor, you can look for quality marks and certifications such as FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) or PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification). These quality marks indicate that the wood comes from responsibly managed forests. You can also inquire about the origin of the wood and the production processes with the supplier. Wood from Europe can be considered sustainably managed.

Are there specific health benefits associated with bio-based wooden floors?

Yes, bio-based wood floors often have health benefits because they contain fewer chemicals than some other floor coverings. They can improve indoor air quality by having fewer VOC emissions (volatile organic compounds), thus contributing to a healthier indoor climate.

What maintenance measures are required for a sustainable, healthy bio-based wooden floor?

The maintenance of a bio-based wooden floor is comparable to that of other wooden floors. Vacuum or sweep regularly to remove dust and dirt, and clean periodically with a damp cloth and a mild detergent specifically for wooden floors. It is important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations to maintain the durability and health of the floor.