Why Resilient
Why resilient flooring?
Resilient flooring has been the fastest growing category of flooring and is now the largest in North America. Resilient’s growth has been propelled by some key factors that are strongly valued by the residential and commercial sectors.
First, consider the broad breadth of product categories that comprise resilient flooring. From very technical products to a host of products that fill the airwaves of home renovation shows, resilient flooring has a deep bench of product solutions!
Some of the core product factors that propel resilient include countless inspiring designs, ease of maintenance, durability, moisture performance, attentiveness to sustainability, certified performance, ease of installation, advanced engineering, and much more.
In a world where affordability is a concern for most, the resilient flooring product line-up has countless options for that first time home owner and wonderful options for that dream home owner.
Resilient flooring keeps showing up where projects need performance, cleanability, and design flexibility.
The reasons are practical, not trendy. Across healthcare, education, housing, retail, hospitality, and workplace interiors, resilient flooring continues to earn specifications because it balances maintenance, comfort, durability, and sustainability.
The Advantages
Key factors that propel resilient flooring
BREADTH
Broad Array of Product Categories and Solutions for the Residential and Commercial Sectors
Resilient flooring is a Go-To for the many segments of the built environment
DESIGN
Countless Inspiring Designs
The design universe in resilient flooring is immense, covering a host of preferences
MAINTAIN
Ease of Maintenance
Any users of resilient products is going to be quick to point out the ease of maintenance for most products
DURABLE
Durability
Resilient flooring is known for providing countless durable solutions
MOISTURE
Moisture Performance
Moisture Performance is always a key factor in flooring decisions. Resilient flooring has hit the issues head-on with a host of options that provide advanced capabilities
SUSTAIN
Attentiveness to Sustainability
Sustainability is core to the entire flooring industry. From the mid 90’s when flooring companies charged ahead on sustainability in the built environment, the industry never let go. Resilient flooring embraces some key areas of sustainability
CERTIFY
Certified Performance
We believe in certifications! FloorScore®, ASSURE® Certified, and AFFIRM™ Certified pack a punch for the consumers of resilient products
INSTALL
Ease of Installation
Our passion for product design has been joined by innovative new methods of installation in many resilient products
INNOVATE
Commitment to Innovation
Innovation is ever the driver in resilient flooring... a part of the industry’s soul. Customers can count on a continual flow of innovation in the sector
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Resilient Flooring Categories
Learn more about the various resilient flooring categories.
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Key Certifications
Learn about key certifications in resilient flooring.
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Industry Wide EPDs
Learn about Industry Wide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in Resilient Flooring.
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ecomedes® Product Database
Learn more about ecomedes® and resilient products.
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From luxury vinyl tile to linoleum, rubber to cork—discover the specific properties and applications of each resilient flooring type.