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Adhesive-free floors: Sustainability frequently asked questions

Save carbon, save time and save money with adhesive-free flooring

If you're searching for sustainable and eco-friendly flooring, Altro's range of adhesive-free floors is the perfect choice. Altro's adhesive-free collection is a sustainable flooring solution that is 100% recyclable. The flooring is secured with double-sided tape instead of glue, allowing for easy removal, to reuse or recycle at the end of its life. Discover more eco-friendly benefits of Altro's adhesive-free flooring collection by reading on.
 

How can you make a saving in CO2 by using Altro adhesive-free floors?

Altro adhesive-free floors require no adhesive and no DPM (damp-proof membrane), so you immediately save CO2 by avoiding these elements. The up to 50% saving is based on comparing CO2 data for the named Altro adhesive-free floor against a typical 2mm adhered vinyl floor that uses a surface applied damp proof membrane.
 

How can an Altro adhesive-free floor help you meet your sustainability goals?

Altro's adhesive-free floors contain 10% recycled content, meaning we use less of the earth's valuable natural resources. Altro adhesive-free floors are 100% recyclable post-consumer. Waste is minimal as you do not need to use a damp-proof membrane (DPM) or adhesive products, reducing unwanted landfill content. As it's 100% recyclable, the floor can be uplifted quickly and easily, and any leftover floor can be used elsewhere. At the end of its life, the floor can be recycled via a Recofloor collection point and regenerated into traffic products such as traffic cones.
 

How can Altro adhesive-free floors reduce waste?

100% recyclable pre- and post-installation via the Recofloor take back scheme, saving valuable time and money by being able to reuse the floor and reducing waste disposal costs.
 

Which Altro floors are available as adhesive-free choices?

Altro Wood adhesive-free floor brings you a safety wood-look product with easy cleanability and 14dB impact sound reduction; perfect for decorative, homely or biophilic areas.

Altro Cantata offers a range of colours and designs, with 14dB impact sound reduction and comfort underfoot.

Launched in 2009, revolutionary, international award-winning Altro XpressLay was the world's first ever adhesive-free safety floor. It was introduced to the market after five years of development and testing.
 

What other benefits can Altro adhesive-free floors provide?

  • Saves up to 35% on installation costs
  • Up to 50% quicker to install
  • No damage to subfloors during uplift, making repairs quick and easy
  • Launched in 2009, so it's been tried and tested for nearly 15 years
  • Has all the guarantees and lifetime slip resistance you expect from Altro
  • Industry-leading 10-year product guarantee
  • Design freedom with two safety and one smooth product line available

With a commitment to design, practicality and sustainability, Altro's adhesive-free floors offer a unique opportunity to transform spaces and contribute to a healthier planet.

To learn more, visit our adhesive-free guide or view our sustainability flyer.
Published 30/08/2023