Carnegie, a manufacturer of sustainable textiles and acoustical management solutions for the commercial industry, has expanded its selection of Type II vinyl-alternative wallcoverings. A part of the Conscious Collection, Pave, Inkwell, Noragi Stripe and Assemblage address both concerns of environmental sustainability and mental well-being. Offering the appearance of handmade craftsmanship, the new wallcoverings embrace the authentically imperfect moments of human nature while delivering on Type II performance and environmental stewardship.
Carnegie’s vinyl-alternative wallcoverings are 100% PVC-free, finish-free and PFAS-free, continuing Carnegie’s commitment to setting a new standard for environmentally conscious design. Greenpeace states that PVC, commonly known as vinyl, is the single most environmentally damaging of all plastics on the planet. Carnegie is developing 100% PVC-free products with the understanding that there is no such thing as “sustainable vinyl” due to the irreconcilable toxicity of the chemistry used in its manufacturing, specifically the use of the vinyl chloride monomer.
“Our new vinyl-alternative wallcoverings represent Carnegie’s 70-plus year dedication to sustainable innovation and timeless design,” said Mary Holt, chief design strategist at Carnegie. “As a forever PVC-free company, Carnegie seeks to empower designers to create spaces that promote wellbeing and environmental stewardship, and each product within this collection embodies Carnegie’s seven-decade-long commitment to people and the planet.”
Carnegie’s vinyl-alternative wallcoverings are thoughtfully designed to be equally responsive to beauty, performance and durability considerations. Bleach-cleanable, inherently stain-resistant, antimicrobial and antibacterial, the wallcoverings can be cleaned with hospital-grade disinfectants and are engineered to withstand the rigors of high-traffic environments without compromising on aesthetics.
Versatile and adaptable, the upholsteries are suitable for a wide range of applications, from healthcare and hospitality to workplace and education environments. All wallcoverings are tear resistant, flame resistant and meet or exceed Type II criteria under CCC-W-408D.
