December 15, 2021
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New Carpet from Patcraft Is Low in Embodied Carbon and Recyclable
Carpet is a staple of commercial interiors, so the positive impact of specifying something low in VOCs and embodied carbon is undeniable….
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This Carbon-Neutral Collection by Silestone Could Revolutionize Countertops
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Chemetal Expands Its Series of Super-Sustainable Interior Metal Surfacing
The company’s solar-powered factory, use of recycled content, and extensive material transparency make its new offerings especially…
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Farrow & Ball Expands Its Inventory of Low-VOC Coatings
The new interior paint collection was designed in collaboration with Kelly Wearstler and is as contemporary as it is…
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Duvaltex Sorts Out the Nitty-Gritty of Recycling Ocean Plastic with a New Textile Release
From employing “safe” chemicals to minimizing energy consumption, Duvaltex and Steelcase fabricate Intersection using a highly ecofriendly…
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Knoll Increased the Percentage of U.S. Forest Stewardship Council–Certified Wood in its Furnishings. Here’s why that Matters.
A collection designed by David Rockwell demonstrates a broader adoption of sustainable forestry practices in the furnishings industry….
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