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10 Great Picks for Eco-Friendly Tile
Go a little greener with beautiful tiles created with reclaimed and recycled materials
There's so much information about green products out there, it can be overwhelming to sort through it all. Since I am obsessed with tile, I thought I would explore some eco-friendly options and share my favorites, as well as what I have learned. Here are some things to consider when selecting a more earth-friendly tile:
Today, let's take a look at some beautiful options I found and see what makes them greener.
- Is the product made with recycled materials and if so, what is the percentage?
- Is the product made with abundant or sustainable materials?
- Is the company making efforts to to minimize waste and reduce energy during manufacturing?
- Is the company making efforts to use green business practices?
Today, let's take a look at some beautiful options I found and see what makes them greener.
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| 1. Fireclay Tile, Crush. This colorful handmade tile contains 100% recycled glass and was originally created by Sandhill Industries. Fireclay acquired the company and now makes their own version, which they renamed Crush. |
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Here is one of 40 colors.
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2. Fireclay Tile, Debris Series. This recycled ceramic tile is made with over 60% locally resourced recycled materials. Fireclay is known for its beautiful handmade tile and sustainable manufacturing processes.
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Here is one of 112 colors to choose from.
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3. Oceanside Glasstile, Tessera. This stunning hand-crafted glass tile is made from silica sand, an abundant natural resource, and recycled glass in varying amounts. Read about the company's commitment to sustainabilty.
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4. Trend USA, Feel. I think this glass mosaic tile was named for its soft and smooth surface and velvety appearance. It is made with up to 78% internal and post- consumer recycled glass (the percentage depends on the color). Read the company's green report.
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5. Ann Sacks, Koi. This gorgeous ceramic tile with a sculptural artistic quality will delight fans of cutting-edge design. These tiles are made from up to 52% recycled material, most of which is clay salvaged from mining operations. They are finished with traditional Japanese glazes.
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| 6. Crossville EcoCycle. This porcelain tile has the rustic look and texture of stone. In their manufacturing process of this line, Crossville uses a water filtration system that captures fine particles that would have ended up in a landfill. They figure this eliminates 5 million pounds of waste per year. |
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7. Daltile Floor Tile, Colour Scheme. This durable porcelain floor tile contains over 60% pre- and post-consumer recycled material.
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8. Eco Friendly Flooring Inc. Metal Tile. Made from 100% recycled aluminum, this versatile tile would look great in a variety of spaces.
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| 9. Crossville, Mixology. This earthy metal tile is made with 50% recycled material. The intricate patterns are exotic and would add some global style to an interior. |
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| 10. Encaustic Cement Tile. These exquisitely designed tiles are handmade from marble dust, cement and natural pigments. They are cured, not fired in a kiln, saving energy. Each one is unique, adding to its Old World charm. |
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Ideabook updated on Sept. 2, 2011.
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