The firm, part of the JR Group, specialises in eco-engineered non-wovens and PU foam replacements while innovating and manufacturing with sustainable, recycled fibres.
The Flooring Show’s sustainability award recognises manufacturers committed to making their products and processes more sustainable. Texfelt was shortlisted in the sustainability category alongside other new flooring products launched at the event.
Texfelt's latest development, the SpringBond Eco-Step 8mm, was a key factor in their win. This new variation of its flagship product aims to disrupt the mass market for PU underlays with a chemical-free, fully recyclable product that outperforms traditional PU in durability and comfort. It is expected to be nationally specified by several top 10 housebuilders within its first 12 months.
The firm’s flagship SpringBond underlay, made from 85% recycled content, including plastic bottles, has helped divert over 50 million bottles from oceans.
Other commended initiatives include its solar energy projects, which generated 60% of its electricity in 2023, and the ISO14001 accreditation that has driven a 40% reduction in energy consumption per unit output. Long-term commitments include decarbonisation projects, exploring green hydrogen, and reducing waste through recycling initiatives.
Texfelt has also transitioned its fleet to plug-in hybrid vehicles, supported by solar generation, and now operates an entire fleet of Euro 6 HGVs.
Charlie Taylor, Marketing and Export Sales Manager at Texfelt, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have won the sustainability award, which reflects our forward-thinking approach as a company. The launch of our SpringBond Eco-Step 8mm is a prime example of how we’re disrupting the market with products that not only perform exceptionally well but also contribute to a greener planet. Exciting things are happening at Texfelt, and we look forward to sharing more soon.”
