Go Bold (and Green) with Eco-Friendly Carpet Tiles
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Large modular carpet tiles come in many colors, patterns and textures and can be configured to create a custom area rug or wall-to-wall carpet to fit almost any design style. They're easy to install and so practical. When an area of the rug wears out or gets stained, simply replace the damaged tile without having to get a whole new rug. Most clean up with a quick rinse. And if you move, you can take your rug with you!
Eco-friendly tiles are manufactured in energy efficient facilities, made from renewable and recycled content and have low VOCs. A few companies even recycle your old tiles if you return them when you're done. What's not to like? Let's see some examples of this ingenious product in Houzz homes.
Eco-friendly tiles are manufactured in energy efficient facilities, made from renewable and recycled content and have low VOCs. A few companies even recycle your old tiles if you return them when you're done. What's not to like? Let's see some examples of this ingenious product in Houzz homes.
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| A tri-color area rug in aqua, orange and chartreuse is colorful and fun in this home office.
No pad is needed and you can lay the tiles yourself. FLOR, for instance, offers adhesive dots to connect the bottom side of the tiles. ECOFlorr tiles have a peel-off backing. |
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| These striped tile accents add movement to a neutral modern living room. The recessed wall panels in an interlocking circle pattern let light through and contribute to the Mid-Century Modern vibe. |
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Tip: For a pulled-together look, select your carpet tile colors from the furnishings and finishes in the room.
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| Many tiles are suitable for damp areas. Here, striped tiles are laid parquet style, at 90 degrees, giving this kitchen runner a basket-weave effect. |
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If you want subtle, no problem. The neutral area rug adds parquet texture without upstaging the beautiful wall treatment and art.
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A black, white and fuschia area rug combines color, pattern and texture to make dramatic floor art.
This cheerful runner done in peach, honeysuckle and soft browns was created with partial and full-size tiles. It grounds an artful hallway composition.
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This nursery is cute and sophisticated. Notice how the area rug pulls together all of the finishes for a cohesive look.
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Yes, they even have cow pattern. The black and white rug adds texture and interest to this dining room.
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Here, a black and white floral carpet softens the high contrast and sharp lines of a desk and sitting nook. This pattern would also work in a traditional room.
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| Velvety earth-tone tiles are welcoming in this serene bedroom retreat.
Have you used carpet tiles in any of your home projects? If so, please share with us below! |
Ideabook updated on Jan. 12, 2011.
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One very practical thing about these tiles is, you can buy an extra box of tiles to keep on hand so if there's a kid or puppy 'accident', you can easily replace the soiled carpet tile with a new one while you either clean the old tile or, if it's too damaged, throw it out. This flexibility makes these a great solution for use in high-risk areas such as kitchens, entry halls, and kid areas.
Can you tell I just love carpet tiles?
artisan, great idea to buy an extra box! Thanks for sharing that tip.
Here's one resource: http://www.flor.com/ - they ship to Canada.
And here's how you put them together: http://www.flor.com/installation-videos
It's really very easy.