NEW YORK—Textile manufacturer Carnegie has released its Biobased Xorel—the first high- performance interior textile in the world with a majority of plant-based content.
The rollout begins this month with six products, including the re-launch of three classic, popular patterns Strie, Nexus, and Dash. Three new patterns—embroideries Abacus and Topiary, and embossed design Veneer—are also part of the Biobased Xorel launch. Between them, the six designs are offered in a range of 91 colorways. There are no discernable visual or performance differences from existing Xorel products. They offer the same durability, cleanability, and longevity.
This major breakthrough boasts a 60 to 85 percent bio content, depending on pattern, though the U.S. government standard requires only 25 percent to carry the biobased label. Moreover, the derivation of these polyethylene yarns from plant-based sources as opposed to fossil fuels ensures that the product has a significantly reduced carbon footprint. Fully vetted through third-party certifiers, Biobased Xorel has achieved Gold Level Cradle-to-Cradle certification and contributes toward LEED points in multiple categories including renewable materials and indoor air quality.
“Carnegie has been committed to raising the bar in creative materials that combine performance, design, and sustainability,” says Cliff Goldman, president of Carnegie. “We’re extremely proud to have developed this product that looks and performs exactly like the original Xorel, proving that enhanced sustainability doesn’t have to trade off beauty and durability.”
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