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Goat Hair Carpet
Natural Flooring for your Home
Description
- Goat hair carpet on a roll made from a blend of fibres ranging from 30% to 100% natural goat hair.
- Look for the highest content of goat hair.
- Ensure that any blends are natural fibres such as wool and not mixed with nylon or synthetic fibres.
- Available in ribbed and corded profile.
- A wide range of colours available (check with the manufacturer regarding the type of dye used).
Uses
- Suitable for residential and commercial applications.
- Woven carpet, tufted carpet, underlay, rugs and cushions.
Advantages
- Goat hair is naturally longer hair than sheep wool.
- Holds natural bounce and regains its shape well.
- Excellent natural fire resistant properties.
- Excellent thermal properties.
- Absorbs sound well.
- Warm, soft and comfortable underfoot.
- Anti-static.
Embodied Energy
- There are limited international manufacturers, which increases the level of embodied energy from transportation and distribution (unless you live locally to the manufacturer).
Source/Origin
- Generally goat hair is farmed in the Far East and Asia, with the majority in Mongolia.
Renewable
- A renewable and abundant product.
Environment & Health
- Some backing materials & adhesives are made from synthetic materials such as PVC which are not environmentally friendly.
- Look for backing material made from natural jute.
- The natural properties of goat hair reduce VOC emissions to low or zero levels depending on the backing, treatments and dyes used.
- Ensure that the carpet is fitted with a water based and chemical free adhesive.
Performance
- Depending on quality of product, goat hair is durable and will not wear and tear easily.
Maintenance
- Dry/damp cleaning can be done twice a year.
Recycled content
Recyclable
Disposal / Biodegradable
- Goat hair is 100% biodegradable.
Ethics
- As with wool farming methods may be a concern in regards to animal welfare.
- A limited number of certified organic goat hair products are available.
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