Hemp Build Podcast Ep. 4: Why This Hemp-Based Flooring Has ZERO VOCs (And Why That Matters for Your Health)

What if your flooring could be harder than hardwood, healthier for your family, and better for the planet—all at the same time? In this episode of the Hemp Build Podcast, host Ray Kaderli sits down with Greg Wilson, founder of HempWood, to explore how agricultural hemp is being transformed into high-performance flooring, cabinetry, and architectural panels—without the toxic chemicals found in most conventional building products.

Greg shares the story behind HempWood’s vertically integrated, farm-to-factory process, where fast-growing hemp is combined with soy-based, formaldehyde-free adhesives to create a durable, beautiful alternative to hardwood and vinyl flooring. The conversation dives deep into indoor air quality, carbon impacts, fire performance, and why material choices matter—not just for buildings, but for the people who live and work inside them.

You’ll learn:

• Why most engineered wood and vinyl flooring off-gas harmful chemicals

• How HempWood achieves zero VOCs using plant-based adhesives

• Why hemp grows faster and stores carbon more efficiently than trees

• How healthier materials can improve schools, offices, and homes

• What designers and homeowners should know before choosing flooring

Whether you’re building a home, renovating a school, or just curious about healthier materials, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how plant-based building products are reshaping construction.

To register for AIA-CE credit for this course go to: https://hempbuild-community.circle.so/c/aia-continuing-education-courses/