When choosing new flooring for your California home, most people focus on color, style, and durability—but one of the most important things to consider is indoor air quality. The flooring you choose can affect the air your family breathes every single day. That’s why it’s essential to understand certifications like GREENGUARD, GREENGUARD Gold, and FloorScore®—these labels ensure your flooring meets strict standards for low chemical emissions.
At Perry Floors, we proudly carry flooring products tested and certified to meet these high indoor air quality standards. Here’s what each certification means and why it matters.
What Is GREENGUARD Certification?
GREENGUARD certification, developed by UL (Underwriters Laboratories), measures the level of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) a product emits into the air. VOCs are chemicals released from certain building materials that can cause headaches, allergies, and long-term health concerns.
When you see a GREENGUARD label on your flooring, it means:
- It meets strict emission limits for over 10,000 chemicals.
- It contributes to a healthier indoor environment.
- It’s suitable for residential and light commercial spaces.
This certification ensures your flooring won’t release harmful levels of toxins into your home, helping you maintain a cleaner, safer living space.
GREENGUARD Gold: A Higher Standard for Sensitive Environments
GREENGUARD Gold is the next level up. It’s designed for sensitive spaces like schools, healthcare facilities, and homes where children and seniors live.
This certification sets even tighter limits on chemical emissions than standard GREENGUARD.
When flooring is GREENGUARD Gold certified:
- It meets California’s Department of Public Health (CDPH) Standard Method v1.2, often referred to as the “California Gold Standard.”
- It’s approved for use in LEED-certified green buildings.
- It helps reduce respiratory irritants and allergens.
For California families, GREENGUARD Gold means peace of mind—your flooring contributes to a healthier home environment, especially for kids and pets.
What Is FloorScore® Certification?
FloorScore® is another trusted indoor air quality certification specifically designed for hard surface flooring and flooring adhesives.
Created by the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) in collaboration with SCS Global Services, FloorScore tests products for VOC emissions and compliance with California’s indoor air quality requirements.
If a flooring product has the FloorScore® label, it means:
- It meets California Section 01350 standards for VOC emissions.
- It’s safe for use in schools, offices, and homes.
- It helps qualify for LEED points and other green building programs.
Many top brands—like Mohawk, Shaw, Pergo, Proximity Mills, DOMA, and Newton—offer FloorScore® and GREENGUARD-and GREENGUARD GOLD certified flooring that combines durability, design, and healthier air quality.
Exclusive Flooring Lines at Perry Floors
At Perry Floors, we’re proud to offer exclusive access to Proximity Mills, DOMA, and Newton flooring—premium brands not available at big-box stores, or other flooring stores.
These collections combine advanced waterproof technology, superior durability, and low VOC emissions, making them perfect for California homes that demand both performance and peace of mind. Most of them GREENGUARD GOLD! Samples available at Perryfloors
When you shop at Perry Floors, you’re getting access to exclusive eco-friendly flooring that meets or exceeds GREENGUARD, GREENGUARD Gold, and FloorScore standards—available only through our local showrooms.
Why It Matters in California
California has some of the strictest air quality and environmental standards in the nation. The state’s CARB Phase 2 and CDPH Section 01350 standards are the benchmark for low-emission flooring nationwide.
Choosing GREENGUARD, GREENGUARD Gold, or FloorScore-certified floors helps you:
- Reduce indoor pollutants
- Protect your family’s health
- Meet California environmental regulations
- Increase your home’s resale value
- Qualify for green building programs
At Perry Floors, we believe your floors should not only look great—they should support a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.
Certified Flooring Options at Perry Floors
We carry a wide range of waterproof vinyl, laminate, hardwood, and carpet from trusted manufacturers like Mohawk, Shaw, Pergo, Proximity Mills, DOMA, and Newton.
Whether you’re remodeling your home in Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, or anywhere in Southern California, our team can help you choose eco-friendly, low-VOC flooring that’s both beautiful and safe for your family.
Ready to Breathe Easier?
Call Perryfloors or stop by one of our locations to explore flooring that meets California’s highest indoor air quality standards.
Because a healthier home starts from the ground up.
