Some hardwoods however, are known to trigger symptoms of allergy sufferers and its dust can cause a number of respiratory and contact dermatitis allergic reactions in humans. These are caused by the sawdust; and allergies can be prevented by simply wearing a dust mask during installation of the floors.

Pleasant Floors:

• Cork - it has a natural wax material inside of it which helps to repel bugs, germs and mold; which is an excellent choice for those plagued by allergy symptoms.

Allergy Alert:

• Cocobolo - exposure to the fine dust may produce a rash on the skin resembling a poison ivy rash.
• Tasmanian Oak - contact dermatitis caused by sawdust
• Lacewood - sawdust may cause skin irritation or respiratory problems.
• Honduran Mahogany, Iroko, Ipe, Bolivian Cherry, Brushbox, Bloodwood and Bubinga- have been known to cause both dermatitis and respiratory reactions when coming into contact with the sawdust.

Tips

• Buy hardwood flooring that is low or free of VOCs.
• Purchase a vacuum with HEPA- High Energy Particular Air that can filter air borne and surface allergies. Ensure it does not have a beater bar as this will damage the floor.
• Use allergy friendly cleaners that do not emit gases which may trigger symptoms.

Red Oak Floor
Ribbon Gum Floor
Rosewood Floor
Santos Mahogany Floor
Sapele Floor
Shedua Floor
Southern Chestnut Floor
Spotted Gum Floor
Sycamore Floor
Sydney Blue Gum Floor
Tallowwood Floor
Tasmanian Oak Floor
Teak Floor
Tigerwood Floor
Tualang Floor
White Oak Floor
Zebrawood Floor

Softwood Floors

Australian Cypress Floor
Cedar Floor
Douglas Fir Floor
Hemlock Floor
Larch Floor
Parana Floor
Sakura Floor
Turpentine Floor
Wenge Floor
Yellow Birch Floor