Is Laminate Wood Flooring Toxic?
Laminate wood flooring is not toxic. The low formaldehyde content of floor releases an insignificant amount of emissions, from .0005 and .0003 parts per million (ppm). Research published in “Building and Environment” in 2002 suggests floor heating may increase the emissions from laminate wood floors. A coat of sealant reduces potential exposure.References:North American Laminate Flooring Association: Tech Tips: aminate Flooring and Its Impact on The EnvironmentSimple 2 Install: Laminate Flooring: Frequently Asked Questions: Is There Formaldehyde Emissions from Laminate Flooring?”Building and Environment”; The Effect of Temperature on the Emission of Formaldehyde and Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from Laminate Flooring–Case Study; R. Wiglusz, L. Sitko, G. Nikel, I. Jarnuszkiewicz, B.
