What Is Sea Grass Flooring?
After drying out, sea grass fibers make a versatile and durable material for weaving carpet and other flooring items. And since sea grass is natural, sea grass flooring is a great option for individuals looking for a "green" alternative to synthetic flooring options. Does this Spark an idea?
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Geography
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Sea grass fibers used in flooring usually comes from grass grown in South Asia--though sea grass can be found in any temperate coastal region worldwide. The seawater drenched paddies of South Asia make for a great renewable source of sea grass.
Colors
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After drying out, sea grass fibers don't absorb dyes very well and generally keep their natural color--shades of green and brown.
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Types
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Sea grass fibers can be woven into just about any type of flooring--like rugs, tiles and carpet--that cotton and synthetic fibers can be woven into. Sisal may be woven into sea grass fibers to add color to the neutral tones of the sea grass.
Benefits
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Sea grass fibers are durable, and an eco-friendly renewable resource; also, their non-absorptive nature means spill and stains won't be a problem.
Considerations
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Though sea grass flooring is highly resistant to stains, it should not be used in areas where prolonged saturation can wear the fibers down--like a bathroom or a kitchen.
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