Everybody knows that wood is a scarce commodity. If you care about nature then the destruction of the rain forests can only depress you. But did you know that Quick•Step® produces laminate floors in an ecologically responsible manner, thus providing nature with a helping hand?

The core of Quick•Step® floors consists of HDF (high-density fibreboard), which is made from wood fibres. The wood that Quick•Step® uses carries a PEFC label. This label certifies that the wood comes from sustainable forests which are managed in an environment-friendly manner.

How to guarantee the growth of a forest through its use?

A forest is able to grow on its own. However, careful management enhances the balance between fauna, flora and human activity. If the wood in a forest begins to rot, it releases CO² gases in the air. CO² and the related greenhouse effects result in the warming of the earth. If the wood is processed into, for example, Quick•Step® floors, this is prevented.

Through sensible maintenance and development of the forest, PEFC makes sure the future of the forest is guaranteed. Recognised and independent institutions verify when, how many and which trees can be used in order to guarantee the life of the forest. The base plate of a Quick•Step® floor consequently consists of renewable raw materials which are managed in an ecologically responsible manner.

Besides its easy maintenance and durable quality, Quick•Step® is recognised for its extremely natural look and feel. Surface structures referred to as 'Natural Authentic' and the hand-scraped effect of the 'Country Surface' are at the foundation of a new generation of laminate floors which can barely be distinguished from solid wood floors, while they demonstrate more respect for nature. Thanks to Quick•Step®, you can buy environment-friendly and natural looking floors without sacrificing valuable and scarce trees.

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More information about this press release: Laurence Roelens - T: 0032 56/67.57.80 – laurence.roelens@Quick-Step.com