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These double-sided Laser cut textiles for
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MC#: 2345-06

MC#: 2345-07
curtain textiles feature contract interior applica-
a two color construction tions that are composed
Carbon Cement and a die-cut circular hole
grid pattern. The fabrics
of 100% Trevira CS. These
inherently flame retardant
are available in six color taffeta curtains illustrate
settings where an intense detailed imagery using
color is paired with a laser cut technology.
neutral tone.
Metal Glass

Polymer Ceramic

Natural Process
MC#: 2345-08

MC#: 3495-25

MC#: 3034-03
Window treatment fabric Decorative interior panel These high pressure
with a three-dimensional fabrics. This collection of laminate (HPL) panels
structure. These shading light transparent woven are adhered to a central
textiles are laser cut fabrics is composed of leather core and then
to create a 3-D effect 100% Trevira and was to a backing of medium
through the placing awarded the Interior In- density fiberboard (MDF)
of slits, which when novation Award 2010 for that has been sliced in
suspended result in material innovation. regular sections to allow
shapes that have depth the whole construction to
and porosity. be curved.

A flooring system that This panel system com- This semi-transparent

MC#: 3034-04

MC#: 3034-05

MC#: 3495-20

combines a glossy prises a top protective linen weave drapery

surface high pressure and decorative HPL layer, creates an ornamented
laminate (HPL) with a HDF a base HPL ‘stabilizing composition with a sem-
core. It has a high scratch layer’ and a central blance to a checkerboard
resistant ‘Titanium High composite core that is pattern. The handmade
Wear’ coating and is lightweight, stiff, water- details consist of cut
shock and stain resistant. proof and is machined linen ribbons which are
to create a simple click printed with gold or silver
installation edge. pigments.

Imitation leather used for These coated textiles are Laser cut textiles that are
MC#: 3495-21

MC#: 3495-22

MC#: 3495-23

upholstery, wall cover- composed of 100% polyes- composed of 50% nylon

ings and cushions. The ter. These flame retardant and 50% polyester. The
faux-leather is composed textiles are available in a fabric has a soft hand and
of 100% polyurethane range of six colors with a exhibits transparency as a
(PU). Applications are for standard width of 140 cm result of the die cut circu-
upholstery, chairs, wall (55 in). Applications are lar patterns. Applications
coverings and cushions. for cushions, decoration, are for interior residential
panel track and roman drapery.
shades.

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Glazing that incorporates These panels have a
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MC#: 4849-12

MC#: 5058-06
a fabric laminated core composition of
within two outer panes. PMMA (acrylic resin), the
Carbon Cement A screening textile in
the glass mimics the
cladding composition
is either PMMA, glass,
construction of moisture polycarbonate or 100% re-
filters and is woven with cycled PETG. Applications
100% paper yarn. include room dividers.

Metal Glass

Polymer Ceramic

Natural Process
MC#: 5058-07

MC#: 5058-08

MC#: 5058-09
These customizable These light-refractive This light-filtering panel is
light-refractive panels panels are composed composed of a concrete
are composed of PMMA of sections of PMMA substrate integrated with
(polymethyl methacrylate) (polymethyl methacrylate) transparent acrylic light
and an opaque mirrored bonded together, backed conducting channels. It
backing. The rigid slab is with an opaque mirror incorporates recycled
available in six pattern onto which is added a content that can contrib-
types and 500 color translucent dichroic film. ute to LEED credits.
combinations.

Stainless steel hemi- Textiles composed of This flexible flooring is

MC#: 5845-10

MC#: 6111-09

MC#: 6181-05

spherical mosaic tiles cotton, banana cloth composed of natural and

that are wrapped over a and silk are laminated synthetic rubber. It has
ceramic and resin backing between two panels of anti-slip properties and
which is mounted on clear glass. Applications is durable, flexible and
mesh for easy installation. are for interior decorative absorbs impact.
They can be used for inte- glazing, stairs, doors,
rior, exterior, commercial decorative paneling,
and residential vertical shelving, displays and
applications. other interior uses.

These heavy duty textiles Soft, drapable faux-suede High-performance textile

MC#: 6279-02

MC#: 6279-03

MC#: 6279-04

are composed of a blend textiles that contain that is made with recycled
of polyester (73 to 88%, recycled content. They polyester microfibers.
38 to 46% of which is re- comprise 50% recycled It is composed of 85%
cycled from PET bottles), content and are com- polyester and 15% poly-
polyurethane (12%), and posed of 95% polyester urethane and exceeds
nylon (15%). (PET), 5% polyurethane 100,000 double rubs in
(PU). Applications are for the Wyzenbeek test.
apparel and bedding.

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These highly durable Textiles created by bond-
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MC#: 6279-05

MC#: 6395-02
textiles are inherently ing sheet rubber textiles
resistant to spills and made from recycled tires
Carbon Cement stains. They have hand
and minimal tracking,
and natural hemp burlap.
They are stain-, tear-,
and utilizes a subtle lined and abrasion-resistant.
texture. Applications are Currently used as high
for contract use as well as traction textiles.
home furnishings.
Metal Glass

Polymer Ceramic

Natural Process
MC#: 6542-04

MC#: 6671-02
MC#: 6395-03

These textiles are com- In this process a fabric These wall papers
prised of a proprietary substrate is clamped and are composed of 30%
compound including 30% pressed between two post-consumer recycled
crumb rubber from used rigid metal rods that by content, PVC, natural and
car tires taken from US pressing and heating cre- synthetic fibers. Applica-
landfills. Currently used ate decorative pleats and tions are for hospitality,
for acoustical and high folds without the need to retail, and residential
traction textiles. weave a new textile. areas.
MC#: 6688-01

MC#: 6688-02

Ceramic floor and wall The tiles have a glossy, Stain resistant and
MC#: 6687-01

tiles that contain tourma- semi-translucent surface colorfast panels that

line, an element that is that can be backlit to are composed of a
claimed to purifiy the air create visual effects. plastic laminate (Formica)
of pollutants. Applications They are suitable as both substrate with metallic
are for floors, walls, and horizontal and vertical and/or acrylic paint
countertops. surfaces. coating. Applications are
for interior wall panel
coverings.
MC#: 6689-01

MC#: 6690-01

MC#: 6691-01

Printing ink for offset A fiberglass reinforced An aluminum foam sheet

and lithographic printing laminate based on a high- whose faces and foam
processes. The inks strength resin system. core are inseparably
are composed of 45% The laminate combines bonded due to a metal-
resin, 25% pigment, 20% the mechanical properties lurgical connection. A
vegetable oil and 10% and the high durability weight reduction of about
other. The oil-based inks of fiberglass reinforced 70% can be achieved
can be CMYK or Pantone synthetics. in comparison to solid
colors. material.

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Non-woven fabrics with One-sided retro reflec-
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MC#: 6692-01

MC#: 6693-01
silver antimicrobial agent. tive laminated stretch
They are composed of textiles. These textiles are
Carbon Cement (HDPE) that has been
expanded to create con-
composed of 56% PVC, a
knit backing, 32% glass
trolled sized holes. They beads and 12% bonding
are designed for use in resin. They are suitable
medical and wound care for athletic apparel and
applications. footwear.
Metal Glass

Polymer Ceramic

Natural Process
MC#: 6693-02

MC#: 6693-03

MC#: 6694-01
Retro-reflective stretch These woven textiles Wooden flooring made
tapes for sports apparel incorporate millions of using a special method of
applications. These tapes tiny microscopic glass making floorboards from
are composed of 50% pellets that retro-reflect reclaimed oak whisky bar-
glass beads, 30% nylon light even from relatively rels. The original lettering
and 20% resin adhesive. low illumination sources. from the barrels can be
Applications are for They are used for apparel seen scattered through-
apparel. and packaging. out the floor area.

This printing process

MC#: 6695-01

produces high-resolution
imagery onto various
substrates including
dibond, acrylic, glass,
and polycarbonate. It is a
cost-effective alternative
to conventional HPL
graphics.

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