Tarkett Earns Cradle to Cradle Silver Version 5.0 for Ethos Carpet Tile

Solon, OH, November 10, 2026—Tarkett has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver Version 5.0 across both the Full Scope and Circularity certification paths for its Ethos carpet tile portfolio. 

C2C v5.0 is the newest iteration of the Cradle to Cradle standard, raising the bar on measurable, product-level impact by evaluating Material Health, Product Circularity, Clean Air & Climate Protection, Water & Soil Stewardship, and Social Fairness. Contributing to this certification, Ethos carpet tile is Declare Red List Free and made with up to 78% recycled content. At its end of life, ethos backing can be fully recycled back into itself through Tarkett’s ReStart take-back and recycling program.

Another important measure of sustainability is a surface’s ability to endure in high-demand environments. Tarkett’s Ethos designs are made with Tarkett’s proprietary Dynex SD fiber system, a premium cationic nylon yarn designed to maintain its appearance and structure over time with long-lasting vibrancy, color integrity, UV fade resistance and permanent stain resistance, while resisting crushing in high-traffic areas.

Dynex SD is made with 100% recycled fiber resin and treated with Eco-Ensure, a chemistry with a C2C Certified Material Health Certificate at the Gold level that resists soiling from oils and organic materials, further contributing to its durability. This fluorine-free soil protection technology lowers the cost of maintenance and contributes to healthier spaces by promoting better indoor air quality with low-VOC emissions.