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Native Wood, a carbon neutral wood-inspired tile. M A R C H 2 0 2 5 | 35 Hard Surface Flooring P H OTO G R A P H Y CO U RT E S Y G E S CO I N DUS T R I E S L P environmental responsibility. By partnering with for- ward-thinking suppliers, they prioritize eco-friendly manufacturing practices that reduce environmental impact, without sacrificing quality or design. "Our brands – Richmond Tile & Stone and Division 9 Tile & Stone – place sustainability at the core of their product offerings. This approach is rooted in three key areas: economic responsibility, social accountability, and environmental steward- ship," says Greg Vrantsis, product manager – ceramic tile at Gesco Industries LP. "We focus on sourcing inno- vative, sustainable products that make a meaningful difference, such as tiles with up to 45 percent recy- cled content, zero industrial wastewater discharge, a 99 percent internal process recycling rate, and over 95 percent of raw materials sourced locally – within a 500-mile radius – to reduce carbon emissions." Vrantsis explains the product selections include: Native Wood – a carbon-neutral wood-look that pays tribute to classic wood designs while offering a modern, sustainable alternative; Plaster 2.0 – the first fully carbon-neutral tile that blends artistic Venetian plaster styling with bold hues and versat ile formats; Area 51 – a sleek, minimalist urban concrete-look tile designed for residential and commercial spaces; and NetZero – a modern slate- look tile in neutral tones and practical sizes for any environment. "From feature walls to high-traffic floors, Richmond Tile & Stone and Division 9 Tile & Stone tiles deliver beautiful, durable, and environmen- tally conscious solutions," he says. "As Canada's trusted leaders in floor and wall coverings, we con- tinue to drive sustainability in the industry – one innovative collection at a time. We are proud to supply industry-leading brands, including AHF, Armstrong, Tier Element, HTMX, Aspecta, and many others. Our extensive portfolio includes a wide range of commercial floor coverings that deliver on performance, design, and sustainability.