Biobased Xorel contains up to 85% plant-based content derived from sugar cane while retaining the performance and appearance of the original Xorel textile from Carnegie. It is suited for use in wallcoverings, panels, or upholstery, and can be used to earn LEED credits for commercial interiors in the categories of Rapidly Renewable Content, Indoor Air Quality, Material Transparency, and Material Optimization. A proprietary X-Protext backing enables it to be cleaned with a range of cleaning products, including diluted bleach. The collection’s six designs are available in 91 colorways. carnegiefabrics.com
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