Environmental and Health

Author: David Whitefoot CTexT FTI

An excellent review of the area, indoor health considered, the science in support of carpet.

Author: David Whitefoot CTexT FTI

This detailed review covers 43 research studies, reports and articles that illustrate the deep complexity of this subject and proves conclusively that there is no scientific validity for suggesting that carpet is a major threat to the health of consumers, even those with common allergic reactions...

Author: Wools of New Zealand edited and updated by ITFA 2019

A great paper with lots of good information on the use of carpets in this demanding area.
Carpets improve the quality of patient care by providing a more attractive, friendly and homely setting, increased thermal and acoustic comfort and greater safety underfoot...

Author: Wools of New Zealand edited and updated by ITFA 2019

The possible connection between allergic reaction in dust-sensitive persons and certain types of floorcovering is reviewed and discussed...