Dunlop carpet cushion – recycled and recyclable

Manufactured from 90% post-consumer and post-industrial polyurethane foam off-cuts, Dunlop carpet cushion is itself 100% recyclable, in that it can be reclaimed and re-manufactured into new product.

As well as recycling 98% of its own manufacturing waste, Dunlop is Australia’s first manufacturer to introduce a carpet cushion recovery programme, enabling it to retrieve used product to source as raw material.

CRI Green Label accredited for indoor air quality

Dunlop’s range of carpet cushion is the first in Australia to be CRI Green Label accredited by the Carpet and Rug Institute in the USA.

The CRI Green Label testing programme identifies products that promote superior indoor air quality and requires that carpet cushion meet strict criteria on the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

Importantly, it is the benchmark set by the Green Building Council Australia to meet its Green Star rating for building interiors.

Ultra-Fresh: an important step towards a healthier interior environment

Scientific evidence has established that interior environments can be a major contributor to health problems.  Dunlop has addressed this important issue by incorporating the proven antimicrobial, Ultra-Fresh, into its carpet cushion to provide effective control of bacteria, mould, mildew and fungi.

Independent research confirms that by inhibiting bacteria and mould and reducing the availability of food for dust mites, Dunlop carpet cushion with Ultra-Fresh helps to control dust mites and may assist in the prevention of asthma and other allergies triggered by them.

Ultra-Fresh also provides lasting hygienic freshness, effective odour protection and extends product life by resisting deterioration.

Green Building Council Australia

Launched in 2002, the GBCA is a national, not-for-profit organisation that is committed to developing a sustainable property industry for Australia by encouraging the adoption of green building practices. It is uniquely supported by both industry and governments across the country.

Mission The Green Building Council's mission is to develop a sustainable property industry for Australia and drive the adoption of green building practices through market-based solutions.

Objectives Its key objectives are to drive the transition of the Australian property industry towards sustainability by promoting green building programs, technologies, design practices and operations as well as the integration of green building initiatives into mainstream design, construction and operation of buildings.

Dunlop carpet cushion – Australian Made

Buying Australian made is good for all of us.  It creates jobs, boosts the economy and improves our standard of living.  It also gives us great products manufactured by Australians for Australian conditions.

The Australian Made logo is the most recognised and trusted product symbol of Australia and helps consumers identify truly Australian made products quickly and easily.

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Sustainability Advantage Program

The Sustainability Advantage program is a NSW State Government program aimed at assisting commercial operations of various sizes at becoming more environmentally sustainable.  The program is a 2 year commitment where the business, the government and environmental professionals work to improve the environmental outcomes of the business in various areas.

Dunlop Flooring has been a member of the program since 2008, and is actively engaged in programs to reduce resource use in the areas of Raw Materials, Energy and Water, as well as improving the environmental performance of its supply chain.  Dunlop Flooring is also working with other members of the Sustainability Advantage Program as part of an Industrial Ecology network, which aims at redirecting by-product from one manufacturer to a resource for use by another manufacturer.

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