| ...broadloom carpet or custom
bordered area rugs. many of our products are environmentally sustainable. our
wide variety of floor coverings and rugs are made from the finest sisal, wool,
seagrass, jute, cheena®, and coir fibers. custom rugs are available by choosing
from over 250 materials and 275 border materials, plus we accept customers own
material (com) to be applied as rug borders. ru... |
| ...any thought plant fiber floor covering was a fad; yet it has evolved into much
more. as the years progressed merida continued to introduce and promote new and
unusual natural fibers such as hemp, jute, bamboo and seagrass. consumers were
drawn to their neutral color and distinctive texture, and for their ability to
help create visual interest in the home without detracting from other
fur... |
| ...on. kas’ product line consists of a wide selection of constructions and qualities of rugs from india, china and europe including: handtufted, handhooked, hi/lo, scatters, wool, silk, acrylic, bamboo, jute, sisal, and unique combination weaves... |
| ...nd textures. kaleen creates gorgeous keepsake quality hand-knotted rugs, and hand-loomed treasures that will add elegance and style to any setting. kaleen also produces simple but tasteful sisals and jute for that natural, timeless appeal.... |
| ...the carpet for a beautiful area rug.
sisal carpets have long been a standard in the prestige mills carpet line. we offer dozens of varieties of patterns and textures in a fibers ranging from sisal, jute and coir to the newer wool sisal blends. our extensive product line can be finished with fabric borders, jute and canvas tapes for area rugs, installed as wall to wall carpets, or set into a room... |
| ... geometrical
designs. sometimes animal and bird motifs are also used. fine durries in
brilliant colors made of cotton and silk have become a speciality of salem
(tamil nadu) while those made of jute fiber are woven in west bengal.
the modern indian housewife often tends to prefer durries to carpets. durries
are lighter and easier to maintain and can usually be washed at home. they are
... |
| ...rs may work together on the same carpet. a row of knots is completed and cut. the knots are secured with (usually one to four) rows of weft. the warp in woven carpet is usually cotton and the weft is jute.
there are several styles of knotting, but the two main types of knot are the symmetrical (also called turkish or ghiordes) and asymmetrical (also called persian or senna). contemporary centres ... |
| ...loor. if you require a little more comfort it can
be fitted onto an underlay. the underlay must be stuck to the floor and then the
carpet stuck fully to the underlay.
with its soft silky luster, jute is a fine natural fiber. it is best suited
to areas of the house such as sitting rooms and bedrooms, rather than the more
heavily used areas such as halls and passageways. jute is a very vers... |
| ...f the quality of the rug, if you are looking for a very natural and environmentally sound product you should be seeking out specialist rug manufacturers who deal specifically with natural fibers like jute and cotton. it is now even possible to purchase natural rubber adhesives and pads, giving you a completely natural and biodegradable accessory that will not release any harmful gasses into the en... |
| ...oors quieter underfoot.
linoleum flooring is made differently. it's a mix of renewable natural materials: primarily linseed oil, which comes from flax seeds, plus other natural ingredients such as jute, cork powders, wood flours and tree resins. the design is not on a separate image layer, but is embedded throughout the materials. additionally, linoleum floor tiles may require a protective seam... |
| ...chens
ttends to attract dirt easily
viscose derived from a natural fiber
soft and comfortable/li>
easily dyed in vivid colors
strong and durable
aabrasion resistant
jute natural
coarse, silky luster/li>
high tensile strength and flexibility
resistant to heat and fire
suited for low traffic areas
ddo not place in high-moisture areas
bamb... |
| ...th linseed oil and heated to produce a cement-like substance. this is blended with a variety of ingredients including powdered wood and cork, powdered limestone, and pigments. it’s then rolled onto a jute backing and left to cure for two to four weeks. an acrylic sealer is applied, both before and after installation.
lvt: luxury vinyl tile starts with polyvinyl chloride (pvc), which is flexible y... |
| ...nce. an ombre dye effect creates a vivid impression on a simple arrangement of corks with the uncorked candle holder, a project from the crafting experts at jo-ann fabric and craft stores. burlap and jute detailing bring rustic flair.
on the dinner table, every setting needs some sparkle. colorful beads shimmer between cork squares on artfully designed cork and bead napkin rings. choose beads i... |
| ...extension of your home:
choose natural materials
for chairs, sofas, rugs, pillows and other décor, choose natural patterns, textures and fibers. pair materials like hemp, rattan, bamboo, wicker and jute, with softer textures, such as cottons, velvet and velour for added dimension.
light up the room
nothing pleases the senses like natural light, so be sure to rid windows and doorways of heavy d... |
| ... to nature
consumers' eco-friendly focus on using organic, sustainable materials will continue into 2013. orange, calif.-based budget blinds recommends woven wood shades made from bamboo, grasses, jute, reeds, rattan and other natural renewable resources for honest, simple beauty. smith suggests using timber and wicker furniture, ribbed and woven finishes on accessories, and layered wool throws... |
| ...nts from nature on display. birds' nests, seashells, moss and acorns take on a sculptural quality when displayed in groups.* rugs: change up area rugs according to season using natural fibers such as jute in the summer and shaggier materials in cooler months. better yet, create your own custom rugs with kits like those from vecco, which allow you to paint rugs using stencils to create patterns ins... |
| ...r decades, and with good reason: they're durable, beautiful and practical. this year, wood blinds play to the trend of bringing the outdoors in. woven roller shades that feature bamboo, sisal, grass, jute and straw are versatile enough to create both rustic and sophisticated effects in any room.
* exterior shades - sometimes, the inside of windows isn't the only spot where you could use some s... |
| ...tally friendly, contribute to healthy indoor air quality, and can be repurposed or recycled at the end of their lifespan - will be in high demand. vollf adds that using such natural textures as hemp, jute, organic cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo fiber, organic wool and linen, and soy silk will help keep it simple but still green.
for more information on top trends, go to www.muralsyourway.c... |
| ...tally friendly, contribute to healthy indoor air quality, and can be repurposed or recycled at the end of their lifespan - will be in high demand. vollf adds that using such natural textures as hemp, jute, organic cotton, recycled polyester, bamboo fiber, organic wool and linen, and soy silk will help keep it simple but still green.
for more information on top trends, go to www.muralsyourway.c... |
| ...Originally made of vegetable fibers, the carpet industry has recently captured the look of natural sisal and jute with the gentler, more comfortable synthetic alternatives. Wool and synthetic alternatives are almost worry-free and offer a variety of interesting textures, patterns and prints... |
| ...ative to India and Asia, which can be shredded and spun into yarn, used for backing in woven carpets, or itself woven into sheets and used as secondary backing on tufted carpet. In many applications, jute is being replaced by fiberglass, polypropylene or other synthetic fibers... |
| ...Rugs, mats and matting made from sisal, a natural plant material. Available woven and dyed in various colors, as well as machine and handpainted. Similar flooring is made of jute, coconut and seagrass... |
| ...Needle-punched felt of just fiber sealed on both sides with filled latex and embossed... |
| ...Often refers to an ivory or earth-toned rug where the texture of the rug is the main feature. These rugs are usually made of sisal, jute or woo... |
| ...A tufted carpet term for primary or secondary backing manufactured by the weaving process. Secondary backings are usually woven jute or woven polypropylene... |