Trends & Facts

Trends in home construction - both interior and exterior features - are continually evolving. This section of our website includes hot trends and facts in interior and exterior design, products that incorporate energy conservation and more. Check back often as our topics change each month.

Trend #1: Fibre Flooring

Fibre flooring is a new kind of resilient flooring in North AmericaPopular in Europe for over a decade, fibre flooring is made of advanced fibreglass, foam and resilient layers. The flooring stands up to water, moisture, scuffs, scratches and indentations for carefree maintenance and exceptional durability.

Fibre floors: 

• Are easy to install and clean
• Come in a variety of designs and colours
• Are warm and comfortable underfoot
• Reduce noise and sound transmission
• Do not expand, contract, crack or curl
• Are engineered to lay flat and stay flat
• Are installed without glue so you can easily change your flooring as your needs change
• Combine the benefits of vinyl, laminate flooring and carpet

For more information on fibre flooring, visit the Centura or Tarkett websites.

Trend #2: Insulation Made From Recycled Materials

Another trend in home construction is insulation made from recycled glass content. Most insulation contains some recycled material. So at the same time as saving heating and cooling costs, you can feel good about decreasing waste going into landfills.

Choosing recycled home insulation:

• Protects the environment by turning glass waste into usable products;
• Reduces energy use, pollution and CO2 emissions during the manufacturing process than using raw materials alone.

Companies like Owens Corning  use at least 70% recycled glass content in their insulation. They recommend insulating your attic to an R-50 rating or topping it up to 15" which saves half a tonne of greenhouse emissions gases per year. Many insulation companies use recyclable packaging. You can also check if the insulation is GREENGUARD™ certified to meet stringent indoor air quality standards. For more information on recycled insulation, visit the Owens Corning or GreenYour websites.

Quality Homes' sustainable approach to home construction minimizes environmental emissions and waste typically associated with traditional building methods. Our special models showcasing environmental building techniques are often featured at the Royal Winter Fair and in our model home village. Learn more about our eco-friendly benefits.