The Future of Wood Floor Finishes: Eco-Friendly Solutions with Pallmann

Within the wood flooring industry today, sustainability is at the top of topics and considerations when choosing products and branding finishes. Sand and sealer and customers alike grow increasingly conscious of their environmental footprint... including the impact every step of their project has on it. The demand for cleaner, more friendly solutions to finishes continued to rise. By reducing VOC emissions and using more renewable and raw materials, the future will look green. Or should I say Orange in Pallmann’s respect?

A brand that sticks out for sustainability and the focus and vision for a greener wooden flooring industry is Pallmannd, and Ultimate Floor Care, as a distributor of their product, is committed to backing these movements without compromising the performance of the finishes.

Traditional floor finishes back in the day would be filled with Boc’s Volatile organic products, not only harming the environment but posing a health risk to contractors using the product and clients. Many older finishes rely on no renewable ingredients, contributing to harmful waste and pollution. Today’s market is better. Professionals have inlined sustainability with their values, and clients are requesting healthier indoor environments. Regulations are putting a cap on harmful products used in domestic and commercial areas.

Pallmann’s commitment to sustainability has been shown through its innovation over its past 124 years of training and manufacturing. Their range is 98% waterbased finishes and oils made from natural ingredients. Offering high-end performance with lower VOCs. Let’s look at some of the key highlighted products available in the UK that enhance sustainability.

• Pall-X Zero 2k – A waterbased 2-component lacquer that ensures the best possible indoor air quality whilst still giving high resistance to wear and chemicals. Its EC 1 PLUS is solvent-free and has the option to be used with Zero Base for maximum indoor air quality or other primers.

• Magic Oil Change – a Solvent-free Oil that consists of 90% raw materials. Hemp that is regionally sourced reduces CO2 emissions with the transport of raw materials by 60%Avaiable as a 1 or 2k

• Pall-X 96 Pallmann 1 component lacquer waterbased with less than 5% of solvent content gives this the label of EC1+ and blue angel standard across Europe. I considered the top-quality seal for flooring finishes. 

These products, along with many others from their oil and lacquer range, demonstrate Pallmann’s commitment to creating finishes that are environmentally friendly without losing their professional grade. Their production process enhances renewable materials and low-waste manufacturing, earning certifications such as EC1 and Blue Angle.

We here at Ultimate Floor Care believe education and support are key to helping clients and contractors choose the right finishes that match their requirements and their environments. We work closely with a handful of designers and architects whose clients have a true focus on sustainable solutions. The fact that they are requesting wooden floors shows renewability, but enhancing that with an environmentally finished product has real benefits to clients.

The Practical Benefits of Eco-Friendly Floor Finishes is Sustainability isn’t just about doing good for the planet—it also offers tangible benefits for professionals and their clients.

For Professionals

Safer Application: Reduced VOC emissions mean healthier working conditions.

Exceptional Performance: Pallmann’s finishes combine eco-friendliness with durability and aesthetic appeal.

Meeting Market Demand: Clients increasingly prefer businesses that align with their environmental values.

For Clients

Healthier Homes and Workspaces: Eco-friendly finishes improve indoor air quality.

Long-Term Value: Sustainable solutions often require less maintenance, extending the life of the floor.

Innovation in sustainability doesn’t stop here. Pallmann’s research and development teams are constantly exploring new ways to reduce environmental impact but still enhance performance. From renewable resources to biodegradable packaging, the future of wood floor finishes is exciting.

At Ultimate Floor Care, we’re committed to partnering with brands like Pallmann to lead this change. Together, we aim to not only provide high-quality products but also empower professionals to embrace greener practices through education and support.