Guest post- The Benefits Of Eco-Friendly Rugs!

This post is provided by Mark Healey.



In today’s modern era, green and environmentally-friendly is
the name of the game. Entire industries have innovated in the name of it.
People have altered their lifestyles for it. Longstanding traditions have made
room for it. The rug industry is no exception, and it has embraced the green
movement by developing and manufacturing eco-friendly
rugs for green consumers.

Why
Environmentally-Friendly Rugs?

People generally assume the outside world is full of
pollutants and harmful chemicals. While that is true, the Environmental
Protection Agency recently released a study stating indoor air quality is often
on par with or even worse than outdoor. This is particularly troubling because people
spend infinitely more time indoors, placing themselves in consistent
close-proximity to dangerous fumes and chemicals.

Upon completing the manufacturing process, the majority of
mainstream furniture and rug companies thoroughly spray their products with
various chemicals to both protect the material and help retain the original
coloring. While beneficial to the overall appearance of household items, these
chemicals can cause harm to the human body after prolonged exposure.

Rarely are the symptoms of these chemicals fatal, but they
can often cause eye and throat irritation, fatigue, dizziness, and fatigue.
Partially alleviating the flow of damaging particles can improve your bodily
health and put your mind at ease. Eco-friendly rugs are comprised of recycled
or 100% natural materials devoid of chemical treatments that will contribute
zero harmful emissions to your indoor space.

The Materials of
Green Rugs

In terms of specific materials, environmentally-friendly
rugs vary across the board. Natural fibers are commonly used, along with the
application of less-toxic adhesives and chemicals. Wool rugs, jute rugs, sisal rugs, and
seagrass rugs are also popular sustainable options.

In an attempt to reduce health risks, some companies have decided
to completely forgo the usage of harmful chemicals. They instead use vegetable
dye or abstain from dyes altogether.

Verifying Their
Sustainable Nature

In today’s competitive consumer markets, it is easy to slap
an eco-friendly label on virtually any product to an attempt to validate a
higher price or push a brand’s green image. Yet it is highly advised to resist
purchasing a rug if it does not contain eco-friendly authentication by third
party organizations. Certifications issued by the Global Organic Textile
Standard, Scientific Certification Systems, and SMART Sustainable Flooring are
indicators of sustainable authenticity. Look for the appropriate labels to
avoid being scammed and bringing home a faux-green product.

Eco-Friendly
Installation 

Chemically based-glues are the normal adhesives used to help
secure a rug to the floor. One of the most basic glue-substitutes is tacks, and
they are very easy to use. For those who insist on using glue in the
installation process, look for water-based glues that contain little to no
volatile chemical compounds.

Conclusion

Eco-friendly rugs are a sustainable household solution that
can both bolster your overall health and minimize your carbon footprint. Plus,
they come in a wide variety of designs and styles, allowing them to nicely
complement virtually any room.

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