Best Flooring for People with Allergies

If you have someone in the family who suffers with allergies or asthma then invest in flooring which will make a big impact on air quality, as certain flooring can be the biggest source of allergens. Generally hard surfaces such as wood flooring is a good option, however, there are many other choices available.

Carpets

Although carpet is a very popular choice in many homes, it can be a problem for those who suffer with allergies or asthma. Carpets tend to hold allergens from dust mites, pollen, pet dander and dirt. If you like the feel of carpet and want it in your home, a low pile is a better option as are natural fibre carpets such as wool or sisal.

Allergy friendly flooring

Hardwood flooring: this is an excellent choice for those with asthma or allergies as it’s easy to clean and maintain. It’s a very popular choice with all kinds of households, and unlike carpet, hardwood doesn’t trap allergens nor does it provide an environment for them to grow. Our ranges of wood flooring are all perfectly suitable for those who suffer with allergies or asthma. Our ranges include:

• Boen Wood Floors: three ranges available and come in a range of different colours
• Junckers Wooden Floors: Available in 14mm & 22mm Solid Planks and are suitable with under-floor heating systems
• Love Floors: The Oxford range by Love Floors comes in a number of finishes and is fully FSC certified

Vinyl flooring: Some high-end vinyl floors (often called luxury vinyl) can offer the advantages of a hard surface. It is easy to clean, no pockets for moisture and some have antibacterial agent built into them. Vinyl is very durable, easy to clean and can mimic the look of natural stone or wood floors. We offer a wide range of vinyl flooring from some of the biggest manufacturer’s, including:

• Amtico Floor Tiles
• Karndean Vinyl Floor
• Polyflor Vinyl Tiles
• Gerflor Flooring
• Rhinofloor
• Altro Vinyl Flooring

All of which have various designs and styles to suit your décor.

Linoleum Flooring: This is a natural product that is also great for allergy and asthma sufferers. It’s easy to clean and holds up well to water. Linoleum is made with linseed oil and is eco-friendly. Our Forbo Flooring provides modern floor coverings and not just for the kitchen. Their designs are inspired by nature and the seasons, this product comes in a range of shades and is produced from 37% recycled materials and is still a strong and durable finish whilst being kind to the planet!

If you would like to come and see our range of flooring, our showroom is based on Shepherds Business Park, Lenwade and we’re open 9-5pm Monday to Friday.