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Old Carpet to Aid In Oil Spill Cleanup
Getting stains and spills out of your carpet can be a nightmare, with carpet fibers quickly absorbing and retaining liquids if not tended to right away. Though an inconvenience for homeowners, these properties make carpet the ideal material for oil and sediment absorption.
But county officials in Walton County, Fla. realized this component could be beneficial. Made into a product called GeoHay, soiled or tossed out carpet is recycled into barrier filtration products typically used in erosion and sediment control. The highly absorbent product has also been found an excellent defense for oil threatening the Florida coastline.
GeoHay works by allowing water to … read more
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Carpet Padding
If you are looking to replace old carpet padding, ask your retailer or contractor about recycling options. Most installers will factor removal into their costs. Some companies will pick up your carpet, but only if you live close to their facility.
