French designer Lise Lefab lives in the Netherlands where she created a spin on the bear rug using recycled wool blankets. These traditional woven Dutch blankets are being replaced by modern comfor...
We really like FLOR -- they have a great return and recycle program, and they make beautiful carpet squares and rugs. We've even fallen for the look of these new Halloween-themed rugs. However, we've...
When we talk about disliking carpet, which is often, we always like to offer a caveat: Sometimes carpet is a good flooring choice. For instance, if you have young children, carpet is usually perfec...
As a cycling enthusiast, I love anything recycled from bike parts. When I saw a photo of this sleek, modern rug from recycled inner tubes, I had to learn more....
We were intrigued by the recycled silk sari rug we spotted on the CB2 website. So we stopped by the new CB2 store in San Francisco to see what would it look like up close. Photos after the jump......
Here's a good (and green) idea. The under layer of Huffco Entrance Mats is recycled rubber from old tires bound for US landfills. The non-skid, dirt-trapping top layer is made from 100% walnut shell...
This might be the saddest home furnishings creation we've ever seen. It gets more sad under the jump... posted originally from: AT:LA...
We're trying to sort out the wheeled-office-chair on carpet problem. We're not so into the plastic mat solution, so we're in the market for a new bamboo rug. (The roll-up bamboo chair mat shown abov...
We have posted about these fabulous recycled mats before in re-nest. The bright colors combined with their durable nature make them so very appealing. When we saw them displayed outside at Homebody'...
It seemed odd to us at first that leather could be recycled but these leather rugs, by Manon Juliette, show us that not only is it possible, it's also being done with great success. Available in an...
The rugs out of Gene Straus Designs Weaving Studio are made mostly from recycled textile scraps, including wool and denim. Available in a standard 3x5 size, the rugs would be beautiful at the foot o...
The Ample Sample contest was conceived as a way to promote creative re-use of the many thousands of carpet tile samples shipped to architects and designers. The instructions for the winning designs ...
Remember TING? They're the ones who make those cool pillows and hammocks out of seat belts. Well, we have no place for a hammock, but we did just come across this floor mat. It's a little pricey, ...
This is a great room - in large part because of the veggie-dyed hemp rug (available from Classic Rug) anchoring the natural, simple overall look. This time last year (March '07), Domino profiled a few...
Beyond the absolutely stunning collections and astounding craftsmanship, Arzu Rugs has a mission: Arzu, meaning hope in Dari, is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that provides sustainable inco...
OK, OK... so we were just fooling around with yesterday's mention of carbon dioxide-devouring carpet. But today's post is for real. NATIQ Envirohome is a nylon 6 carpet that's made with recycled con...
Interface FLOR has long been one of our favorite green products. But now, there's one more reason to love it: they've come up with Chill Out, a hi-tech carpet tile that actually slows global warming....
We don't like carpet, but in order to add a little softness and warmth to our main room, we've recently considered purchasing a rug. We love FLOR, but wanted to see what else is out there before w...
Here are the facts: It's called the Bicicleta Rug. It's 5' 6" x 7' 9". It's made out of 100% recycled rubber (from bicycle inner tubes). It costs $1,150. The question: Hot or Not? Let us know in th...
OK -- we know how to take care of a wool rug. Now, how about finding a really cool one? Maybe one that works as a rug, a couch, and a bed?...
We're very cautious about saying this, because we don't want to jinx anything; but ... when it's not raining, it's starting to feel like spring in the Bay Area. Things are blooming and it was actual...
Did you know that just by vacuuming a good-quality wool rug, you can turn it into garbage?...
Sisal rugs were on the tip of the green iceberg, and for good reason: they balance a natural look with good wear resistance. They're affordable, too, especially compared to other rug choices, and w...
We're fans of carpet tile in general. Shaw's EcoWorx is our favorite, combining non-vinyl chemistry, lifetime recycling, and a pleasing low-sheen appearance. But, if you're not a professional design...
Smart, smart IKEA. They're taking the thing everyone complains about, the hollow-core construction of their furniture, and turning it into a green benefit. Read on to see why IKEA claims their mod...
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