Feb 03

Milliken Partners with 2050 Materials: Flooring the Future — Milliken’s Path to Net-Zero

Milliken flooring installed in a modern commercial interior showcasing durable, high-performance floor design

Milliken Floors Europe, a division of Milliken & Company, is proud to announce its partnership with 2050 Materials, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable innovation and a net-zero future. For over a century, Milliken has been more than a manufacturer, it has been a pioneer, transforming the flooring industry through cutting-edge technology and responsible practices.

From Tradition to Innovation: A Century of Progress

Fletcher Rae studio in Manchester, UK showcasing a modern workplace interior with flexible design and Milliken flooring
Fletcher Rae studio, Manchester, UK — workplace project focused on design flexibility and employee well-being, featuring floor coverings by Milliken.

Milliken’s manufacturing journey in the UK began in 1920 and has been defined by reinvention and leadership. From its textile origins to advanced flooring solutions, Milliken has consistently set industry benchmarks. Today, the company continues to innovate with sustainability at its core.

Key milestones include:

  • Acquisition of UK Beech Hill flooring manufacturing plant
  • Celebrating 40 years of designing and manufacturing flooring in the UK, showcasing resilience and adaptability
  • Recognition on Forbes Best Employers for Diversity list, reflecting values of inclusion and empowerment
  • 19 consecutive years as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies (Ethisphere)
  • Ecovadis Gold rating — placing Milliken among the top 5% of sustainable companies globally

Commitment to Sustainability

Sustainability in manufacturing goes beyond reducing impacts, it’s about accountability, transparency, and long-term responsibility. At Milliken, this commitment is embedded into every stage of production, from material sourcing and energy use to product disclosure and human health. Here’s why Milliken is redefining what it means to be a responsible manufacturer:

  • PFAS elimination and industry-leading health and safety standards
  • Over 50% of raw materials sourced within 60 miles of the UK factory
  • Factory powered by renewable energy
  • Introduction of Blue EPDs — Environmental Product Declarations for every product variant, ensuring transparency
  • Declare Red List Free for material safety and transparency

Product Focus: Major Frequency 2.0

Major Frequency 2.0 flooring by Milliken installed in a commercial interior, showcasing modular plank design and performance-led flooring

Major Frequency 2.0 is the updated evolution of Milliken’s floor plank collection, redesigned with a new aesthetic and expanded palette of 25 colourways. Designed and manufactured in-house in Wigan, UK, it is produced using Thrive® Matter yarn and made in an ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certified facility powered by renewable energy.

Major Frequency 2.0 by Milliken displayed on the 2050 Materials platform with technical data, certifications, and sustainability information

Key properties

  • Thrive® Matter yarn with net positive climate impact
  • Cushion backing made from 95% recycled content
  • Enhanced acoustic performance with WellBAC Comfort backing
  • Optional TractionBack® 2.0 for glue-free installation and improved IAQ

Milliken’s Journey to Net-Zero by 2050

Milliken’s commitment to a net-zero future by 2050 is not just a goal, it’s an active, ongoing journey. Backed by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Milliken continues to innovate with sustainability embedded in every step.

Furthermore, Milliken teamed up with the 2050 Materials for transparency. You can now access technical data, certifications, performance specs, and sustainability attributes by visiting their range on the 2050 Materials Platform.

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