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  • Rainforests are home to more than half of the world's plants and animals.

    So how can buying tropical hardwoods be good for the planet? By purchasing FSC-certified flooring, you're helping to preserve the world's rainforests by casting a dollar vote for responsible forestry. All EcoTimber tropical hardwoods are 100% FSC Certified.

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  • Some Bamboo species are known to grow up to four feet in a single day.

    But your next floor wasn't planted yesterday. EcoTimber uses Bamboo stalks that are 5 to 7 years old, ensuring the highest quality.

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  • More than 20% of the world's oxygen is produced in the Amazon rainforest.

    Breath easy. EcoTimber Exotics are all 100% FSC certified, providing a sustainable, perpetual source of this precious resource for generations to come.

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  • One hectare (2.47 acres) of rainforest can contain over 750 types of trees and 1500 species of higher plants.

    Honor diversity. If that hectare is certified according to the rules of the Forest Stewardship Council, its trees are being carefully selected to keep this fascinating, complex ecosystem intact. Forever.

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  • The destruction of forests contributes more greenhouse gas emissions that all of the cars, truck, planes, ships and trains in the world combined.

    Make a difference. By choosing FSC certified wood products you are ensuring that forests are preserved rather than being cleared. A preserved forest generates oxygen, stores carbon, stabilizes climate, and holds water in the soil.

    Learn more about FSC Certification   |   View EcoTimber Exotic Flooring