Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior Flooring Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based urethane equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Interior and Exterior Usage Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Wall Paints Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Decovery® Bio-Based High-Performance Resins for Industrial Wood Applications Decovery® resins are partially made from renewable materials and show a similar or even superior performance compared to conventional waterborne resins. Decovery® contains up to 49% bio-based content and achieves a carbon footprint reduction of up to 34%, thereby enabling companies to develop a more sustainable paint. Decovery® is also a safer alternative. We are pushing the boundaries to offer increasingly healthier solutions. We successfully substituted substances such as NMP, APEO/NPEO and organotin and are continuously pushing to deliver the lowest possible amount of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, Decovery® is proven to deliver the highest quality across a range of indoor and outdoor applications in demanding specialty products. Our paint resins are durable and chemical-resistant; they provide a great finish with no yellowing effect and feel smooth to the touch. While being partially biobased, Decovery® performs equally to (and in some instances even better than) all fossil oil-based acrylic equivalents.
Evaluated Alternative Realan Black MF-PV - A quantum leap in the dyeing of black on wool In response to increasing ecological pressure on mordant dyes for wool, DyStar have introduced a new patented Realan Black MF-PV dyestuff.
Evaluated Alternative PERIXEN FDA – Biodegradable lubricant for sewing threads PERIXEN FDA is an eco-friendly, completely biodegradable lubricating agent for sewing threads. The lubricant is suitable for the production of sustainable textiles as well as for the use in the food sector. Sewing threads which are intended for the use in the European food sector must comply with the European Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004, article 3. PERIXEN FDA meets this European Regulation. In principle, threads finished with PERIXEN FDA can be used for food processing.
Evaluated Alternative INDIGO REFLECTION SYSTEM INDIGO REFLECTION is a coloration system that behaves like indigo, but with a more sustainable and efficient process
Evaluated Alternative miDori® bioSoft CA1: C2C Platinum Level certified textile softener miDori® bioSoft CA1 is a plant seed oil based softener for cotton and cotton blends based textiles/garments. It provides an outstanding soft hand and can be applied without having to change any application, process parameters. The unique selection of raw materials used in its formulation allowed us to obtain the Cradle to Cradle Innovation Institutes Platinum Level Material Health Certificate. It too was screened and received certification under the so called Full Material Disclosure Program from Tox Services, a hazard based screen of all components used to formulate miDori® bioSoft CA1 on a CAS number level.
Evaluated Alternative INDIGO FLOW SYSTEM INDIGO FLOW is an aniline-free* indigo system that produces authentic denim without compromising our planet. It is based on Denisol® Pure indigo, pre-reduced aniline-free* indigo with same performance as regular indigo. *below limits of detection
Evaluated Alternative LANASOL® CE - pioneering replacement of chrome dyes since 20 years Huntsman Textile Effects started with the replacement of chrome (mordant) dyes 20 years ago and stopped production and sales of chrome dyes already in 2008. With the concept of LANASOL CE a trouble free move has been made possible.
Evaluated Alternative Sustainable flooring free from formaldehyde Bauwerk is breaking new ground with its Silente technology. Silente products are based on the Cradle to Cradle® design principle and it stands for a closed-loop recirculation cycle and rigorous quality assurance of the raw materials. Silente technology guarantees reduced footfall sound and optimum impact sound improvement. Two products created with the Silente technology is Bauwerk Multipark Silente and Cleverpark Silente, which consist of a 2-layer parquet. The surface is treated with natural oxidation-cured oil or treated with an acrylic lacquer that do not contain solvents or formaldehyde. The strips are made with high precision tongue and groove joints. They are installed exclusively with the bonding technique over suitable subfloors.
Evaluated Alternative Olivenleder® - Sustainable Leather wet-green has developed a vegetable tanning agent for producing beautiful and healthy leather. The tanning agent is a vegetable concentrate based on olive leaf extract. The plant extract is free from metals and any chemically synthetic reactive tanning agents. It not only ensures maximum sustainability and consideration of all ecological aspects but also allows reduction of acids, salts, syntans and dyestuffs as compared to traditional tanning methods.
Evaluated Alternative IQ One - homogeneous non-PVC thermoplastic floor iQ One is a new generation of resilient flooring, the only homogeneous floor range on the market to be certified Cradle to Cradle™ Gold. Its innovative non-PVC formula strikes the perfect balance between aesthetics, flexibility and strength. As part of the iQ range, this high-performance thermoplastic floor offers extreme durability as well as superior wear, stain and abrasion resistance for all heavy-traffic areas. No need for polish or wax, a simple dry-buffing is enough to restore this floor's original appearance. Available in 38 colours with coordinated non-PVC unicolour welding rods.
Evaluated Alternative Multi Daily is an ecological cleaner free from harmful chemicals Multi Daily is a highly concentrated interior and floor cleaner for daily use.For all water resistant surfaces.No rinsing necessary.Both for manual use and floor scrubbing machines.Fresh lemon perfume.EU Ecolabel & Cradle to Cradle.
Evaluated Alternative Smart Soaping Through Biogegradable Probiotics ProAvita ProDet C, globally, is the only one of its kind Probiotic Soaping Agent for dyed cotton / cellulose / viscose / blend of fiber, yarn and fabric that offers several value adds. It is fully biodegradable and is not enzyme based. It offers tremendous flexibility in application. It delivers excellent fastness, matching tough international norms. Besides it boosts profit by reducing operating costs. It does not contain phosphates or alkalies and hence dyed fabrics show better depth and brightness of colours.