SUSTAINABILITY AT
HERO FLOORING

At Hero Flooring, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s at the core of everything we do. As an official partner of Nike Grind, we’re dedicated to transforming the way flooring is made, delivering high-performance products with a lower environmental impact.

Our Commitment to a Zero Waste Future

We believe in a future where waste is a thing of the past. We partner with Nike Grind to repurpose discarded athletic shoes and manufacturing scraps into Hero Rubber made with Nike Grind, creating flooring solutions that are both durable and sustainable.

NIKE GRIND MATERIALS USED IN OUR PRODUCTS

POST-CONSUMER RUBBER

Rubber material separated from end-of-life shoes, recaptured and processed to various granulate sizes.

RUBBER OUTSOLE COMPONENTS

Cured rubber materials in the form of outsole components chopped to a variety of sizes.

Through our partnership with Nike Grind, we’re closing the loop on product lifecycles and working toward a vision of zero carbon and a zero waste future.

Sustainable Product Offerings: Hero Rubber Made with Nike Grind

Our Hero Rubber made with Nike Grind collections are designed with sustainability in mind, offering flooring made from recycled materials without compromising on performance or aesthetics. Available in roll, tile, and interlocking tile formats, these products eliminate tire odor and contribute to healthier spaces, making them ideal for fitness centers, athletic spaces, and beyond.

Hero Rubber made with Nike Grind Collections:

30% Nike Grind, 70% EPDM
65% Nike Grind, 35% EPDM
10% Cork, 25% Nike Grind, 65% EPDM
20% Nike Grind, 80% EPDM
10% Cork, 25% Nike Grind, 65% EPDM
90% Nike Grind

Each of these collections is designed with sustainability in mind, offering innovative, environmentally conscious flooring solutions that contribute to functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.

Certifications & Environmental Standards

Our Hero Rubber made with Nike Grind products go beyond reducing waste—they’re also rigorously tested to meet environmental certifications that ensure a healthier planet and safer spaces.

RED LIST FREE BY DECLARE

This certification ensures that our products are free from harmful chemicals commonly found in construction materials, making them safer for indoor environments and contributing to healthier spaces.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION (EPD)

The EPD provides full transparency about the environmental impact of our products throughout their lifecycle, allowing architects and designers to make informed decisions based on sustainability metrics.

FLOORSCORE CERTIFIED

This certification guarantees that our products meet strict indoor air quality standards, ensuring low VOC emissions. This makes Hero Rubber made with Nike Grind ideal for spaces that prioritize occupant health and wellbeing.

Through our partnership with Nike Grind, we’re closing the loop on product lifecycles and working toward a vision of zero carbon and a zero waste future.

Innovation and Circular Design

As part of our journey toward a more sustainable future, we are constantly innovating new ways to reduce environmental impact. Nike is at the forefront of developing circular waste systems, and through our collaboration, Hero Flooring is proud to contribute to their vision of a closed-loop, zero waste system.

By utilizing Nike Grind materials, we’re reducing the need for virgin materials, keeping products out of landfills, and creating a more sustainable future.

Additional Sustainable Flooring Solutions from Hero Flooring

HERO CONTRACT CARPET: SOLUTION-DYED BROADLOOM CARPET & CARPET TILE

Our Hero Contract Carpet program is designed for durability and sustainability, featuring Red List Free certifications and Health Product Declarations (HPD).

HERO TURF

Made in the USA, our Hero Turf integrates Microban® antimicrobial technology, which inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew. Microban® is embedded during manufacturing, ensuring long-term protection that won’t wash away or wear off. This turf delivers a cleaner, safer product by protecting against stain and odor-causing bacteria, making it ideal for high-traffic areas and sports surfaces. Whether indoors or outdoors, Hero Turf offers enhanced durability and sustainability for a variety of applications.

HERO TILE

Offering a wide variety of colors, textures, and finishes, our tile collections are designed to deliver beauty and functionality while meeting high environmental standards, such as MAS Certified Green and GREENGUARD certifications.

HERO LVT

Our LVT products offer durable, versatile flooring solutions that combine aesthetic appeal with performance. Many of our LVT collections are FloorScore Certified, ensuring low VOC emissions and compliance with indoor air quality standards. Additionally, many LVT products are waterproof, making them ideal for moisture-prone areas.

HERO WOOD

Our engineered hardwood collections are SCS Global Services-certified, featuring FloorScore® Indoor Air Quality Certification and compliance with California Section 01350 standards, ensuring both beauty and sustainability.