Thursday, April 29, 2010

Pantheon - Hydro-Core

Pantheon
Hydro-Core
www.pantheonfs.com
214.740.1161
orders@pantheonfs.com

Local Representative:
Randy McCarthy
877.737.3742 ex. 203
randy@pantheonfs.com

This tile is a sanitary porcelain surface system, which is ideal for public restrooms, food service areas, kitchens, and wet areas. It is composed of a non-porous surface as well as an anti-microbial grout and tile. These tiles allow for no water absorption and are very low maintenance.

Shaw Contract Group - Portland

Shaw Contract Group
Portland
www.shawcontractgroup.com
1.800.257.7429
shaw.contract.inforum@shawinc.com

Local Representative:
Ken Thaller Jr.
225.603.7535
keneth.thaller@shawinc.com

This broadloom carpet is from the Angela Adams Collection. The texture is a multi-level pattern loop. The fiber is Eco Solution Q Nylon and the backing is Ultraloc Pattern. It is 100% solution dyed and the product size is 12 feet. This carpet is Green Label Plus Certified and has aquired nsf 140 gold.

Maharam - Layers Vineyard Large

Maharam
Layers Vineyard Large, by Hella Jongerius
1.800.645.3943

Local Representative:
Susan Sublette
504.891.6488
ssublette@maharam.com

This fabric is used primarily for upholstery. It was designed by Hella Jongerius and is composed of wool, nylon, and polyester. This fabric is 52 inches wide. It has a reduced environmental impact through an improved manufacturing process and heavy metal free dyes. It contains rapidly renewable material (95% wool) and is also Greenguard and Greenguard for Children and Schools Certified for Indoor Air Quality.

Arc-Com, Masquerade

Arc-Com
Masquerade
www.arc-com.com
845.365.1100

Local Representative:
Heidi Meibaum
504.218.9523

This upholstery fabric is made of acrylic, polyester, and nylon. It has a Nanotex stain resistant finish on it and is 54 inches wide. It has a modern geometric pattern and is available in a variety of different colors.

Focal Point Lighting

Focal Point LIghting
Metro
www.focalpointlights.com
773.247.9494
info@focalpointlights.com

This is a modern pendant fixture that is made of 20 Ga. spun steel. It has indirect distribution of light and utilizes four triple-tube lamps. It is 26 inches in diameter and is available in either single or dual circuit. It has a polyester powdercoat finish that is applied over a 5-stage pre-treatment.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Maharam - Ditto, Iron

Maharam Textiles
Ditto, color: Iron
www.maharam.com
1.800.645.3943

Local Representative:
Susan Sublette
504.891.6488
ssublette@maharam.com

This upholstery fabric is recommended for a seating application. It contains 77% post-consumer recycle polyester and 23% solution-dyed nylon. It has a stain resistant finish and an acrylic backing. This fabric is 54 inches wide and has reduced environmental impact because of an improved manufacturing process free of heavy metal dyes with high exhaustion rates. It is made of recycled content and is Greenguard and Greenguard for Children and Schools Certified for Indoor Air Quality. $48

Kravet - Entwined Mineral

Kravet Textiles
Entwined Mineral
www.kravet.com
516.293.2000

Local Distributor:
Delk-Morrison
504.529.4939
eva@delkmorrison.com

This is an upholstery fabric that is composed of 28% cotton, 40% polyester, and 32% acrylic. It is a heavy duty upholstery and is therefore very durable. It has an acrylic backing and is fire rated: UFAC Class 1. It has a retro-looking design that is overlapping squares.

Yemm & Hart Ltd. - Wine Cork Tiles

Yemm & Hart Green Materials
Wine Cork Tiles
www.yemmhart.com
573.783.5434
yemmhart@hughes.net

These cork tiles are made of recycled wine corks. They are composed of whole corks, granulated cork, and a non-toxic polyurethane binder. It take approximately 2.7 pounds of whole corks to make a 1/4" x 36" x 36" tile. There are about 270 corks per tile. These tiles can be used as flooring, paneling, counter and tabletops, and as a veneer for furniture and fixtures. It can be installed with any wood adhesive to adhere it to a wood substrate. This product comes in gauges: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 1", 1 1/4", and 1 1/2".

Benjamin Moore - Natura Interior Waterbourne Paint, Eggshell

Benjamin Moore Paints
Natura Interior Waterbourne Paint, Eggshell
www.benjaminmoore.com
info@benjaminmoore.com

Local Representative:
Jouhn C. Mullins, C.S.I.
972.285.6346 ext. 1402
cell: 817.988.0589

Local Distributor:
Helm Paint and Supply Inc.
504.888.4684

Natura is a zero VOC paint that is made of 100% acrylic latex. It comes with a durable, washable, fade-resistant finish and is meant for residential projects. This paint is virtually odorless and is splatter-resistant. It has an unlimited color selection. It is sustainable and has earned LEED credits and is certified by Green Seal, MPI Green Performance, Greenguard, Greenguard for Children and Schools, and CHPS.

Len-Tex - Avon, Kestrel

Len-Tex Wallcoverings
Avon, color: Kestrel
www.lentexcorp.com
603.445.2342
info@lentexcorp.com

Local Distributor:
MDC Wallcoverings
800.621.4006

This is a Type II vinyl wallcovering that is made of poly cotton Osnaburg. It is random reversible and passes ASTM E-84 Class A fire code. It consists of a series of vertical lines with a texture placed on it. It is available in many other colors as well.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

3Form - Woven Wall

3Form
Woven Wall
www.3-form.com
800.726.0126
877.649.2670

Local Representative:
Kim Jines
985.727.9664
KIM.JINES@KI.com

This decorative feature can be applied to walls and ceilings. It is available in two different tile shapes: standard and oval. It consists of a lightweight mounting grid, in which the tiles are clipped in alternating directions to create the woven pattern. Two edge options are available: standard and deluxe.

Maharam, A Band Apart by Sarah Morris

Maharam
A Band Apart, by Sarah Morris
www.maharam.com
1.800.645.3943

Local Represemtative:
Susan Sublette
504.891.6488
ssublette@maharam.com

This seating upholstery has an intense geometric design that was created by Sarah Morris. It contains 75% polyester and 25% cotton (rapidly renewable content). It was created using an environmentally improved manufacturing process and has a chemical-free finish. It is Greenguard and Greenguard for Children and Schools Certified. Cost: $150

Maharam, Kvadrat: Highfield

Maharam
Kvadrat
Highfield
www.maharam.com
1.800.645.3943

Local Representative:
Susan Sublette
504.891.6488
ssublette@maharam.com

This fabric is a seating application upholstery. It is made of 100% Tevira CS Polyester and a Polyurethane foam backing. This fabric reduces environmental impact by having an environmentally improved manufacturing process, with heavy metal-free dyes. It is also Greenguard and Greenguard for Children and Schools Certified. Cost: $65.00

Takeform Architectural Graphics, Fusion Signage (Oblique)

Takeform Architectural Graphics
Fusion Signage, Oblique
www.takeform.net
585.798.8888
800.528.1398

Local Representative:
Glen Jones
601.634.0877
glen.jones@ki.com

The signage systems from Takeform are available in a variety of different materials including: wood veneers, laminates, and Mystera brand surfacing (a natural stone look). All their products are SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) Certified. The core or substrate of the products are what they call Green209, which is a natural fiber reinforced composite.

Thonet, CX Modular Five-Position Fixed

Thonet
CF Group
CX Modular Five-Position Fixed
www.thonet.com
800.873.3252
thonet@commercialfurnituregroup.com

This seating option is perfect for spaces such as airport terminals and waiting areas. It consists of four seats with a table. The seats are a mesh upholstered sling with urethane armcaps. It also has an aluminum frame with rust-proof hardware. The core of the tabletops are made of 100% recycled materials. All paints are electrostatic powder coat for a more sustainable product.