In an industry where shortcuts are the norm – printed patterns, synthetic gloss, and predictable repeats – Karta stands far apart.

Created by Ted Todd, wood flooring specialists with over three decades of craft and innovation, Karta is a flooring solution designed for those who refuse to choose between authenticity, performance, and responsibility.

Whether it’s the elegance of a hospitality setting, the durability required for a commercial interior, or the comfort and style of a private home, Karta delivers a surface that looks and feels real, performs beautifully, and is responsible in every sense.

Reimagining What Wood-Effect Can Be

Wood-effect flooring has long been seen as a compromise, an affordable and practical alternative, but rarely a truly convincing one. Traditional LVT and laminate products often rely on a small handful of designs endlessly replicated across the floor. The result is obvious repetition, mirrored knots, and artificial patterns that break the illusion.

Karta takes a different path. Each design is rooted in genuine, character-rich boards from the Woodworks and Ted Todd collections, many of them reclaimed or antique timbers with their own distinctive histories. Using patented advanced high-definition print technology, Karta captures every grain, knot, and variation, translating them with remarkable fidelity.

But where Karta truly sets itself apart is in the way it avoids the “repetition trap.” Across any 20-board section, there are no duplicate designs, something almost unheard of in traditional wood-effect flooring. The result is a natural, seamless flow that feels truly organic, especially in large-format installations where pattern repetition is most obvious.

Visual Consistency for Creative Freedom

For interior designers and specifiers, material consistency is key. Karta allows professionals to work with a wood-effect surface that delivers a cohesive aesthetic without compromising on performance or responsibility. In restaurants, hotels, high-end retail, and workspace environments, Karta provides a foundation that elevates the entire design scheme. The authentic variation across planks gives depth and texture, while the natural tones allow for seamless integration with a wide range of palettes and materials.

It’s a surface that supports creativity rather than limiting it, whether you’re creating a calm, understated interior or a bold, statement-making space.

Sustainability at our Core

Visual authenticity is only half the story. Karta has been engineered from the ground up to meet the demands of responsible, future-focused design.

Every board is made entirely from renewable and recyclable materials, including wood fibre, cork, recycled leather, and a plastic-free top layer. That surface is not only beautiful but built to perform, meeting AC5 ratings for durability, a benchmark typically reserved for the toughest commercial applications. Our Recycled Leather Series features 18 distinct floors, each one inspired by an original timber board. Each shade and texture is directly drawn from a real, tangible source, ensuring authenticity in every detail without recolours or reimagining.

By incorporating recycled leather salvaged from the 2 billion kilograms of waste material discarded globally each year, Karta gives new life to a material that would otherwise go to landfill. This recycled layer also plays a critical role in durability, providing exceptional structural stability that makes Karta as robust as it is beautiful.

A Circular Approach to Flooring

Sustainability in flooring isn’t just about using recycled content, it’s about ensuring a product’s full life cycle is considered from start to finish.

Karta is designed with end-of-life recyclability and full biodegradability in mind, meaning every board can return to the earth rather than contribute to landfill waste. Wherever possible, raw materials are sourced close to the point of manufacture, reducing transport emissions, and the production process itself is powered by energy self-sufficient methods. This closed-loop approach supports projects aiming for BREEAM, WELL, and LEED certification, helping specifiers meet environmental targets without sacrificing design freedom.

Performance Without Compromise

While sustainability is vital, performance remains non-negotiable, especially in high-traffic commercial spaces. Karta’s AC5-rated surface ensures it can handle heavy footfall in busy environments such as hotels, offices, and retail, while its warm underfoot feel makes it just as inviting for residential interiors. Its water-resistant construction makes it suitable for kitchens, dining areas, and even bathrooms, without losing its authentic timber look. This balance between aesthetics and durability makes Karta a truly versatile choice for multi-use developments and design projects that demand more from their materials.

Setting a New Standard

For designers, architects, and specifiers, Karta represents a new standard in wood-effect flooring.

In a market saturated with lookalike products, Karta delivers something different:

  • Authenticity that feels natural and organic, avoiding the tell-tale signs of imitation.
  • Sustainability embedded at every stage, from material sourcing to end-of-life recycling.
  • Performance that exceeds expectations, suitable for even the most demanding spaces.

Whether your project prioritises reducing carbon, meeting green building certifications, or simply creating a space that leaves a lasting impression, Karta is designed to support your vision.

Design for the Future

Choosing a floor isn’t just about today’s style, it’s about how it will look, feel, and perform for years to come. With Karta, you’re choosing a material that combines the timeless appeal of wood with the benefits of next-generation technology and responsible production methods.

Experience Karta for Yourself

If you’re specifying flooring for your next project and want to combine authentic timber character with low-impact performance, now is the time to discover Karta. Design without compromise: explore our Recycled Leather Series or request your free sample box to see and feel the difference for yourself.