Health Considerations When Choosing School Flooring

There are a number of issues that need to be taken into consideration when choosing flooring, including how different materials may impact indoor air quality, up-front and long-term costs (including maintenance requirements and product durability), and the environment. This fact sheet is intended to help schools make good floor purchasing decisions with indoor air quality and the environment in mind. Includes a concise discussion of potential health issues, as well as overviews of the pros on cons of flooring materials such as carpet, vinyl, wood, and concrete. In all, a helpful and informative tool for school facility managers.