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Beauty and brawn: The benefits of hybrid carpet

Construction Specifier

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

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Tuning in on sound: Reducing noise in the workplace

Construction Specifier

Prolonged exposure to high and sustained levels of noise can negatively impact health, including increased risk of headaches, hearing loss, high blood pressure, and cardiovascular disease. This rating uses a reference sound spectrum to estimate the resulting sound reduction provided by the components by the interior occupants.

IIC 64