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Recyclable, natural, modular carpets end up being much cheaper in the long run, with easy and inexpensive replacement and installation.
COCKTAIL FACT
Over 2.5 million tons of carpet is discarded each year, and only about 4% of that is currently recycled.
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Ever wished you could replace only the portion of the carpet stained by your dog or run ragged in the hallway?
The Bite
Purchase modular carpets (tiles which can be individually replaced) made of natural and 100% recyclable/renewable/biodegradable materials. Their lifetime cost of ownership is much lower and the health & “wallet” benefits are tremendous. Plus, you can’t see the tiles.The Benefits
- Much lower cost over the entire lifespan of the carpet. And lower or equal initial costs (anywhere from $3.00 sq ft to $8.00 sq ft).
- Easy installation by piece onto the floor. You can also mix & match tiles to create the right design for the room.
- Safe for use by people who are allergic to drapery and traditional carpets.
Personally Speaking
Jen’s always been impressed with Interface carpeting since they broke the mold, while Heather is more of a hardwood kind of girl.Wanna Try?
- Interface Inc. - The most published and celebrated carpet company for its sustainability practices.
- Tandus – Excellent carpets from a company deeply committed to a holistic program of sustainable initiatives.
- Green Sage - More sustainable carpeting options.
Oct 18,2005
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... but it's not! Not only does it not look cheesy, but it also looks cooler than most flooring, AND it is a brilliant solution for replacing the entire carpet and putting it in the landfill! You just replace the squares that are stained or worn!
The first time I saw it I was working at World Resources Institute in DC, and they had redesigned their entire office (of 100+ people) to be green. They used Interface, and I am partial to them as well since they are an Atlanta-based company (and that is where I grew up), and because Ray Anderson, the CEO, is a sustainability pioneer. There are other companies that do this now, but they were the first.
The picture above is Interface, as is the one below. Also, you can install it yourself, saving loads of money! They install with these little (NON TOXIC) adhesive dots. Here are three videos to whatch installation: http://www.interfaceflor.com/service/flor/install_videos.html
It runs about $11.99 a panel, but there is some on sale right now for $7.49.
If this is sounding familiar, you may have seen it featured on "While you were out" and Oprah.
Off to finish painting with my BioShield paints before I consider re-carpeting - Jen
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Posted by: Vex | October 19, 2005 at 03:12 AM