{"id":787,"date":"2021-05-25T10:56:59","date_gmt":"2021-05-25T14:56:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/?p=787"},"modified":"2021-05-25T10:58:20","modified_gmt":"2021-05-25T14:58:20","slug":"beautiful-eco-friendly-rugs-sourced-with-recycled-materials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/beautiful-eco-friendly-rugs-sourced-with-recycled-materials\/","title":{"rendered":"Beautiful Eco-Friendly Rugs Sourced with Recycled Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that you can decorate your home while supporting our planet?<\/p>\n<p>Sustainability is an essential part of our product decisions and strategic planning for the floor coverings we sell.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our commitment is to<\/strong> continue to reduce our company\u2019s carbon footprint by providing you with eco-friendly options that enable us to keep our promise and support you in living your life authentically, in harmony with your beliefs, and in good health.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is textile recycling, and why is it important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Textile recycling is a process that uses old clothing and other textiles to make new goods. The method includes donations, collection, sorting, processing of the fabrics, and transportation to end-users of used materials. Textile recycling has become increasingly important as the demand for eco-friendly rugs become more popular.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Essential facts about recycled materials<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>By recycling textiles, we contribute to environmental benefits in the following ways:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reduced consumption of energy and water<\/li>\n<li>Lessened demand for dyes<\/li>\n<li>Decreased landfill space requirements<\/li>\n<li>Mitigating pollution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>We are introducing four new recycled rug collections selected with the planet and your home in mind.<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The Georgia Collection<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>(Recycled Cotton)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-477 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Georgia Rug\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/organic-instasquare-3148139.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>While not a new concept in the textile industry, recycled cotton has taken on new life to evaluate our supply chain earth-friendly footprint.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is Recycled Cotton?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Recycling cotton is converting cotton fabric into cotton fiber that can be reused in textile products, thus making eco-friendly rugs!<\/p>\n<p>There are many benefits to recycled cotton.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The process of recycling can divert many products from landfills. The waste, according to the Council for Textile Recycling, is estimated at 25 billion pounds.<\/li>\n<li>Water, energy, and dye are reduced by using products that have already been processed.<\/li>\n<li>Using existing materials can partially offset CO2 and fossil fuel emissions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/rugs?collections=georgia\">Georgia collection<\/a> offers beautiful rugs in sizes 2 x 3 &#8211; 8 x 11.\u00a0 We offer 7-8 ft. square, round, and octagon shapes, along with runners, 6 &#8211; 7 ft. and 8 &#8211; 9 ft.<\/p>\n<p>Colors include taupe, dark gray, navy blue, ivory, black, and green, and our patterns will fulfill whatever eco-friendly rugs you want.<\/p>\n<p>Recycled cotton is a great option.\u00a0 It\u2019s warm, easy to clean, and, as you can see, comes in many patterns and colors.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sabrina Soto Casa Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>(Recycled Cotton)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-606\" src=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Sabrina Soto Rug\" width=\"348\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/SSCasaSeats.jpg 1732w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 348px) 100vw, 348px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sabrina Soto is an Interior Designer and HGTV TV Personality.\u00a0 She is known for her eclectic way of mixing luxury and affordable pieces for a unique home aesthetic.\u00a0 The <a href=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/rugs?collections=sabrina%20soto%20casa\">collection from Sabrina Soto<\/a> is also recycled cotton. She uses pinks, blues, greens, and yellows and adds a pile height of 1\u201d to show depth and contrast.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Eco Southwestern Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>(Recycled Space-Dyed Polyester)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-800 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931-221x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Eco-Friendly Eco Southwestern rug\" width=\"221\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931-221x300.jpeg 221w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931-756x1024.jpeg 756w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931-768x1041.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931-1133x1536.jpeg 1133w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/3165931.jpeg 1160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 221px) 100vw, 221px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Southwestern style is typically characterized by rocky textured, earth tones, and brightly colored fabric. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/rugs?collections=eco%20southwestern\">Eco Southwestern<\/a> rugs won\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Space dyeing is a process in which fabric is dyed along the entire strand length, which gives a marble effect on the fabric surface. For example, instead of one shade of gray applied to a strand, the manufacturer will dye the yarn in different areas, so when the rug is created, it will have 30+ shades of gray.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The space-dye effect gives these rugs a colorful, random, and unorganized design. If you\u2019re looking to add multi-color earth tones and a multi-depth feel to your room, a space-dyed rug may be just right for you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Eco Traditional<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>(Recycled Space-Dyed Polyester)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-801\" src=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Eco-Traditional-Rug-196x300.jpeg\" alt=\"Eco-Friendly Eco Traditional Rug\" width=\"215\" height=\"327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Eco-Traditional-Rug-768x1173.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Eco-Traditional-Rug-1006x1536.jpeg 1006w, https:\/\/rugs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Eco-Traditional-Rug.jpeg 1160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 215px) 100vw, 215px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The traditional rug definition is essentially a rug that falls into the major categories of Persian, Oriental, or another classic style. Many traditional rugs are ornate and have great detail in the fabric.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our fabulous collection of <a href=\"https:\/\/rugs.com\/rugs?collections=eco%20traditional\">Eco Traditional<\/a> takes the traditional look and feel and combines it with the eco-friendly process of space dyeing.\u00a0 If you appreciate the history of conventional rugs and want one while still supporting our planet, these Eco Traditional styles will ideally suit you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>A final thought<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>All of us can support our planet in many ways. Providing rugs sourced with recycled materials is one of our ways.\u00a0If you want to continue supporting our planet and enjoy a beautiful rug for your home, consider one of the above collections.\u00a0 You\u2019ll have beauty and elegance while not harming our planet.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We want to see what you come up with, so don\u2019t forget to tag us on Instagram @rugsdotcom with your favorite kids room rug pictures.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that you can decorate your home while supporting our planet? Sustainability is an essential part of our product decisions and strategic planning for the floor coverings we sell. 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