Overview:

Ultra-low VOC, low maintenance, homogeneous, environmentally preferred vinyl floorings. For all commercial and industrial applications.

Product Description:

Vinyl floor covering, with zero formaldehyde emissions and ultra-low VOC emissions. Reinforced with UV catalysed polyurethane (PUR) therefore requires no sealers, waxes or polishes for the lifetime of the flooring (manufacturer claim). The type of polyurethane used is a specially formulated non-solvent based system for lower VOC emissions.

PUR also makes the floors highly durable and easy and more cost effective to maintain by reducing labour and material costs by up to 30%.

Independent studies have shown Tarkett iQ products have the lowest life cycle cost. (BRE UK Life Cycle Study)

Use of more eco-friendly calcium zinc stabiliser replaces lead stabiliser.

23% recycled content used in product through onsite recycling plants.

Available in a range of styles and colours. Suitable for all commercial applications, including health, education and industrial.

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Country of Origin:

Manufactured in Ronneby Sweden by Tarkett

Ecospecifier Issues Of Concern / Red Lights

Product contains Titanium Dioxide used as a colouring agent, possibly carcinogenic to humans if inhaled, as classified by IARC, it also causes sensitization to the skin.  It is unlikely to cause harm as it is embedded within the product, therefore will not physically come into contact with or be inhaled by users.

Assesment Comparison

Standard vinyl flooring

Availability:

ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Other information:

Information last verified on the 26/11/08

Assessment Criteria Satisfied

ENERGY/GREENHOUSE

Low energy in production Potential less GHG/ODP down stream

HABITAT & LAND

Reduced terrestrial impact Reduced aquatic impact

RESOURCE DEPLETION & EFFICIENCY

Abundant Post-consumer recycled content Take-back/ product stewardship Post-Industrial recycled content Extended Producer Responsibility scheme Reduce material use

HUMAN HEALTH

Reduced toxics or carcinogens Low/reduced offgassing

POLLUTION TO ENVIRONMENT

Reduced chemical toxicity through Life Cycle Low/no carcinogens through life-cycle

OTHER VITAL SIGNS

Australian Standard Environmental info about product Doc Manuf Claim Independent Verification Independent LCA MSDS Environmental policy ISO 14001

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