I understand that many of us are trying to be more green but the primary focus is DESIGN.

That said... I am not crazy about these rugs. They would add a bit of color out on a balcony or patio.

I'm also concerned about whether or not the above rugs were made from recycled materials. It just seems wasteful to make more plastic. I know that the rugs on this site are made from 98% recycled material, but they're not quite as pretty as those above.

I don't think it's AT's job to anticipate every question a reader might have. If you're curious, contact the company for further information.

You're really into telling people what they should or shouldn't do, huh.

Flamers and provacateurs are as old as the internet (anyone here old enough to remember UseNet?). Sooner or later you learn not to take the bait, and to appreciate when someone does make an informative or constructive contribution. MrG's made some great, detailed suggestions when people post photos of their rooms, and in raising consciousness about source of materials, even though the process at times gets out of hand.

Agree with KarenH, and I had the same question when I saw these. I don't know if plastic would stop me from getting one, but it's useful information in making a decision these days. MrGreen doesn't always address things in the most diplomatic way, but often does have useful information, and I'd rather have the information than a forum where everyone is always "nice."

MrGreen,
I don't need you to educate me on what DESIGN is. And actually I don't need you to educate me on what is GREEN/NOT GREEN. I make my choices and I take responsibility for keeping myself informed. I am sure that there will be a snappy retort... but I won't be here to read it.

I have a woven plastic rug in my kitchen ( to cover the peeing up vinyl flooring) and it's really great to be able to clean it in the bathtub.

boomer--

Guilty about burning oil, you??? Weren't you the same guy who snarked at me about proudly driving all-by-your lonesome in your big-ass SUV? ;)

These carpets are made in Sweden of 100 % PVC which 50% contains post-consumer recycled plastic. This plastic is thousand times better and stronger then Olefin and much easier to clean.

They are meant for the high trafficed areas such as Kitchens, Mud rooms, Gyms, Pool Houses etc.....some people buy them for bed rooms because theire kids or themselves are allergic to many natural fibers......but want the color splash they give.
Also, the same plastic is used in the european furniture manufacturing process and is used worldwide in the automobile industry per manufacturer of these plastics.

Large Citys such as Stamford, CT have privatly owned plastic dropoff recycle centers which accept any plastics not meant for the recycle box ( 1 & 2 are the only plastcis meant for the box in CT). Do your research and see if a town / city near you has one of these centers. They do not charge for your plastic garbage because they recycle it to make fake wood products for patios etc and outdoor furniture with.

I know all these things because I recylcle anything I can and go to this center a few times a year.

My company also designs and imports plastic carpets just like PAPPELINA.

I hope I have answered some of your questions.
Ev

These are cheap plastic rugs that why you can have them outdoors . Buy hey they are beautiful as well. Check these at rugs usa for other ideas

http://www.rugsusa.com/rugsusa/control/style-search/~cid=7104

If you like you can buy Pappelina rugs in my shop TakaTomo.de. Best regards, Marcus

Evelyn, what is the name of your company/website? I would love to look at the carpets you're selling.