Underlay Sustainability and Environmental & Social Governance (ESG)

Underlay Sustainability and Environmental & Social Governance (ESG)Underlay Sustainability and Environmental & Social Governance (ESG)

Our industry-leading underlay production journey

We operate a responsible, resourceful and safe business. We commit to, and invest in, reducing waste. We are proud of our achievements and will continue to push forward to enhance everyday life.

1989

Our sustainable journey begins

Ball & Young are purchased by The Vita Group to develop the use of recycled PU trim foam

1995

Game changing industry first

Award-winning Cloud 9 is launched, pioneering the use of PU trim foam in underlay manufacture

1998

High density underlays developed

Cloud 9 high density underlays launched, another industry first

2002

Underlay for marine use approved

Cloud 9 flame retardant range is launched and approved for marine use

2010

Carbon footprint reduced by logistic efficiencies

Ball & Young block plant investment, reduces vehicle movements between sites

2015

Another game changer: anti-bacterial underlay

Another first... Ultra-fresh underlay stays fresher for longer with anti-bacterial treatment

2017

Unusable trim gets new lease of life!

Re-purposing previously unusable trim, Cloud 9 Eco-Cushion is launched for use with artificial grass

2019

Cloud 9, the proven choice for healthy homes

Cloud 9 products are certified for indoor air quality control

2021

Take-back underlay off-cut initiative launched

Post fitting off-cuts will be diverted away from landfill in this new scheme

Electricity from 100% renewable sources

Since March 2021, electricity comes from 100% renewable sources, backed by EAC’s (Energy Attribute Certificates) or REGO’s (Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origin)

Membership of Carpet Recycling UK

Partnering industry leaders in the improvement of sustainability solutions

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