Building and renovation trends are moving towards 'Future-Proofing' homes. That means making choices and using materials today, which will be absolute necessities in the future. It’s a far-reaching philosophy that affects everything from the building materials and design, to paints, wall coverings and even carpets. At Norman Ellison, we back the Future-Proof building initiative 100%. The following icons show how our carpets will enhance your living environment, not just today, but tomorrow.
health and safety
These days, our homes are so airtight that ventilation can be non-existent. The air can quickly become filled with moisture, meaning that many of today’s houses are not healthy. Condensation, moisture, lack of ventilation and dehumidifi cation, coupled with chemical toxins do not contribute to building health or safety.
Norman Ellison Carpets have earned the Future Proof Building seal of approval because the wool we use absorbs moisture and toxins in the air and has fire resistant qualities.
energy efficiency
It’s a known fact that keeping a house at the right temperature uses a large portion of a home’s total energy. And since 10% of a room’s heat escapes through the floor, what you use to cover it becomes vital. Wool is naturally cool in summer and warm in winter, so it’s a great choice to cut your climate control bills.
life cycle costing
Life Cycle costing simply refers to the cost of the product or the service over its life cycle. Sometimes, a more expensive option up-front may work out cheaper in the long run. Our carpets use hardwearing wool, which means a low yearly cost over the lifespan of a carpet.
quality assurance
The components of Future-Proof homes must undergo special quality assurance testing programmes across the structure and the fi tout. Norman Ellison Carpets are made to the highest standards and are internationally endorsed by IS0 9001 and Woolmark, and reinforced by our 5 & 7 year warranties.
resource responsibility
We now know that the lives we lead today are having a major impact on the environment. The materials you use to build and furnish your home can minimise this impact considerably. Because the wool used in all of our carpets is a completely renewable resource, it is far kinder to the natural environment.
sound control
With today’s home theatre systems, high density residential areas and noise pollution, effective sound control is a must. Carpet systems (wool carpet and a good quality underlay) provide a great sound barrier, effectively muffl ing sound, especially between floors.
