Rob D. Brodman What it is: Lumber from sustainable sources;
natural beauty and durability without the guilt. Choices in
environmentally friendly flooring range from certified lumber
harvested under Forest Stewardship Council guidelines to
recycled and engineered wood. What makes it green: FSC
certification, which tracks lumber to sustainably harvested
sources. Recycling: Repurposed wood comes from such sources as
old barns, wine tanks, or trestles. Technology: Engineered
flooring maximizes supplies by bonding veneers on a plywood
base. Cost and contact info: $10-$19 per sq. ft. Black's
Farmwood (877/321-9663): reclaimed and remilled flooring.
EcoTimber (888/801-0855): certified hardwood and engineered
flooring. TerraMai (800/220-9062): reclaimed wood. Wood Flooring
International (856/764-2501): recycled, salvaged, and engineered
flooring. What it is: Made of ceramic, glass, or stone, tile has
unrivaled durability. It works in high-traffic areas such as
entries, kitchens, and hallways. Manufacturers now offer