The World of Hospitality Issue 62 2025 | Page 70

FLOORING XXXX

Naturally designed floor - KARTA -

Karta are specialists in sustainable flooring , committed to bidding farewell to plastics and redefining the future of flooring .
Their mission is clear : to transform waste into worth with their innovative Recycled Leather Flooring Series . By repurposing offcuts from the shoe industry , Karta turns discarded materials into stunning and sustainable floors , not only reducing landfill waste but also contributing to a circular economy . This new series perfectly bridges the gap between sustainability and design , offering the ideal flooring solution for any space from residential to commercial , hotels , restaurants , and retail .
This revolutionary new collection uses reclaimed scrap leather previously destined for landfill , alongside 100 % natural resins , PEFC-certified wood fibres , and a durable cork backing which removes the need for added underlay . Using biodegradable ink and unique advanced technology , hyper-realistic scans of real wood floors are printed onto the leather layer , perfectly replicating the originals ’ natural beauty . Each board is finished with a coating of Karta Plated ®, a durable , specially-developed AC5-rated barrier solution , which delivers a super-matte finish as well as guaranteeing a 10 year warranty .
The result is a reproduction floor with unparalleled authenticity , and with no repeated designs in 20 boards , Karta ’ s floors are virtually indistinguishable from the original product .
Karta is part of the Ted Todd family , flooring specialists with over thirty years ’ expertise in the industry . With this new collection , Karta provides a responsible alternative to single-use plastic vinyl and LVT flooring , delivering low VOC emissions and completely SVOCfree floors . Karta ’ s new flooring series is also easy to lay , featuring click-system edges and requiring no additional adhesive or underlay , reducing installation costs .
It ’ s never been more accessible to make a commitment to sustainable design .
Available in 18 stunning colours drawn from highdefinition scans of Ted Todd ’ s floors , this new series offers wide planks measuring 1850mm x 200mm x 9mm , beautifully replicating the original natural French oak , old brown English oak , and reclaimed oak boards .
Commenting on the Recycled Leather Series , founder Robert Walsh said , “ Our new series not only showcases Karta ’ s commitment to sustainability but also introduces innovative design elements that offer unique , sustainable flooring solutions at an affordable price point . Karta provides a budgetfriendly alternative to traditional wood flooring while captivating customers interested in LVT flooring . Utilizing waste materials to create new , long-lasting products is the future of product manufacturing , and we look forward to continuing to explore these methods at Karta .”
www . kartafloors . com
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