How to Identify Eco-Friendly Carpet

If you are in the market for new carpet, you want to consider options that not only look beautiful and last a lifetime but also impact the environment minimally. Did you know that the number one cause of indoor air pollution is carpet? Additionally, eco-friendly carpet can make a difference in both your lifestyle and your health. Let’s take a closer look at how to identify sustainable, eco-friendly carpet.

How Can You Identify Eco-Friendly Carpet?

Before choosing a carpet to invest in, apply the following tips to determine whether or not the carpet is truly sustainable.

1. Look for certifications.

True sustainability means better indoor air quality. Green Label Plus ensures the highest standard of indoor air quality for you and your loved ones. If you are in the market for a sustainable carpet, be sure to check that the carpet manufacturer is certified by a reputable environmental review institution like Green Label Plus. This is the best way to know that you are investing in truly sustainable carpet.

2. Check for recycled material content.

If your carpet contains materials that can be reused or have been manufactured with reused materials, consider it a great sign. For example, Bloomsburg manufactures nylon carpets with 25-30% recycled materials, which reduces overall waste. Each nylon carpet replaced with Bloomsburg nylon is later recycled for future use.

3. Check for safe backing, color, and adhesive.

Your carpet is more than just fibers. Make sure you know what the carpet backing is made from, as well as whether or not the dyes are environmentally friendly and natural. Certain backings can greatly add to carpet pollution. Look for one like the jute yarn backing found in Bloomsburg Carpet wool carpets. This is a biodegradable plant fiber.

If every element of your carpet is mindfully manufactured using natural fibers or recycled materials, you’ve found a winning sustainable carpet.

Do You Have More Questions?

For more information on sustainable, environmentally friendly carpet that is made in America, call Bloomsburg Carpet today. Our team of certified professionals is more than happy to answer your questions as well as help you find the perfect carpet for your home or business.