CDC Carpets & Interiors specializes in a variety of natural flooring products such as seagrass, bamboo and cork.  We also carry an 100 % natural, nontoxic wool carpet that is biodegradable.  Read more about our natural products below.
Seagrass Seagrass is a natural natural reed that thrives along the sea and river banks of South Asia. The stem has a grass-like structure of salt water marshes that are very durable.  It is the fiber in the stems of these plants that are used for wall to wall carpeting and custom made area rugs. Since the material undergoes very little processing before being handspun into cords, they may retain some moisture when woven.  As a result, seagrass products can be susceptible to mold or mildew and is not recommended for bathrooms, kitchens, basements or other damp or humid environments unless it has been treated with an antimicrobial. In wall to wall installation, seagrass retains the grassy, hay-like scent that is characteristic of the plant.  This will dissipate over time.  For custom made rugs, seagrass can be bound with cotton tape, jute, tapestries, leather and just about anything else on the market.  You can even bring in your own fabric to match drapery or chair covers.  You can really dress it up or maintain a casual look.   Since Seagrass does not absorb color, it only comes in it's natural state.  It is virtually non-stainable and cleans very easily with small amounts of water.  A seagrass carpet or custom made rug like bringing nature into your home or office.
Bamboo Bamboo is a grass rather than a wood, but it is harder than oak.  Bamboo looks, installs, sands and finishes just like wood.  It is a sustainable product harvested from controlled forests, with most of the concentration of mills in China. Some of these mills are still using primitive methods utilizing hand presses rather than hydraulic ones. As a grass, bamboo regenerates faster than wood and is typically harvested within 6 months of sprouting.  With a positive impact on our environment, it truly is a remarkable renewable source.  It typically comes in planks that are 3 5/8" wide, 5/8" thick and 36" or 72" long.  It comes in a natural honey color or a carbonated color and can be finished or left unfinished, lending itself to staining.  It also blends very well with other wood furnishings.   Bamboo flooring is offering many advantages for designers, architects and consumers.  It is one of a kind, ideal for homes, offices and even building lobbies.  There are many unique characteristics that give this flooring a presence unrivaled by competitive materials.  Bamboo makes a beautiful, warm, environmentally friendly floor that will be enjoyed for many years.
Cork Cork comes from the bark of the Cork Oak tree.  They grow in the forests of Mediterranean countries with the largest concentration of plantations in Spain and Portugal.  The tree has an average lifespan of 500 years.  The bark, which protects the tree during it's life, is harvested every 10 years so that the tree itself is never felled.  The bark is inherently fire retardant, thereby preventing destruction by forest fires.  It is resistant to temperature changes as well as more than 38 species of insects, including the termite. Due to the characteristics of cork, it truly is a natural product that makes for an incredibly durable and unique looking floor.  It has been used for flooring since the turn of the century and can be found in it's original installation in places like the Library of Congress since the early 1900's.  There are many new patterns and vibrant colors to meet the demand of today's design trends. Cork typically comes in 12x12 tiles which are directly adhered to the subfloor, but some styles are available in a 1x3 plank for a tongue and groove floating floor installation.  A polyurethane finish will ensure the life of cork which also make an extremely low maintanence floor.  You simply wipe up spills and no staining!  It is also a softer floor underfoot so standing for long periods of time is not as hard on your feet and back as you might experience with a tile floor.
Bio-Degradable Hemp and Wool Carpet Completely Natural - No Dyes! This is a carpet unlike any other produced in North America. First of all it is COMPLETELY biodegradable. Obviously, this is achieved through the use of only 100% natural raw materials. The Bio-Floor line is made with a face fiber of 100% natural wool. There are no moth proofing or stain protections applied. In conjunction with this we use only naturally pigmented wool fibers for coloration as opposed to any of the harsh dyes and chemical bonding agents other carpet manufacturers use. To further differentiate this carpet we use a natural primary of hemp and cotton. This is used instead of the traditional synthetic polypropylene primary. The primary is the material that the tufting machine places the wool yarn into and acts to hold it in place. The next process is the application of adhesive and secondary backing material. This further helps to lock the stitches in place and prevents slippage of the yarn. This is another area where we apply our unique techniques. The adhesive that Earth Weave uses is 100% natural and bio-degradable. It is made of natural rubber from the rubber tree. The secondary (back of carpet) is made from jute, a hardy earth friendly fiber producing plant. All of these elements add up to make a product that is beautiful to look at yet sacrifices nothing in the way of our commitment to indoor air quality and the environment.   Available as Broadloom or Area rugs. Please call for sizing and prices.

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