Voc-Free Air.o carpet fiber is created using advanced polymers. Poor indoor air quality is proven to be a result, in part, to toxic, high voc carpeting that is typically manufactured with pesticides, dyes, fungicides, fire retardants and anti-stain coatings.

I am replacing my 20 year old carpets with new wool carpeting. Air.o's unique, unified construction provides better airflow, releasing more dust and dirt with each vacuum than carpet with traditional padding. Indoor air is approximately 5x more polluted than outdoor air, which is derived from the items we use in our home. Wool absorbs odors, VOC's and Formaldehyde thereby promoting healthier indoor air quality

Pay attention to the carpet padding too and make sure it has been certified for low VOC emissions. If you or someone in your home has allergic reactions or asthma-like symptoms, getting the right carpet padding is very important.

Because another thing that will help keep the VOC’s down is to go for a carpet pad that is low VOC’s as well. Eco-Friendly rug pads are safer for your floors and help reduce harmful VOC’s in your home. If you choose low-pile carpeting in your home like a looped Berber, it’s recommended to go with carpet padding that’s no thicker than 3/8”, but want to stay under a ½” in general regardless of the style. Wool Carpet Cushion Our Wool Carpet Cushion is made from 100% sheep wool with no added dyes or chemicals added.

Carpet Padding When you are looking at healthy carpet choices, don’t forget the padding. Low voc carpet has become available only in the last few years in answer to consumer requests for healthy, green building materials.

Question Which carpet cushion is low emitting, other than wool pads?

The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) created Green Label Plus to identify carpets and adhesives that are tested by an independent, certified laboratory and meet stringent criteria for low chemical emissions. Asked by E Luongo The EPA recommends three basic strategies to improve Indoor These leading manufacturers produce some of the best Mohawk Carpet, as well as Shaw Carpet, both offer low VOC carpet adhesive and products. Carpet Brands Low In VOC “Green” carpeting hasn’t’ been on the market long.