Pick one made from recycled fibers. Many of the eco-friendly carpets are not only made from recycled materials, but they have less of the toxic chemicals which helps the overall environment as well as your indoor environment. The savings often come in the form of health, because you will spend less money on allergy medicine, doctors visits, and long-term healthcare.

A very good quality nylon carpet, with good padding and expert installation, should cost between $25 and $30 a yard.

The ROI Calculation is based on typical carpet at about $27.50 / sq. yard vs. toxic free recycled or all natural carpet at $36 / sq. yd for one 300 sq. ft. room (33 Yards of Carpet). Since toddlers, young children, and their friends often play directly on the carpet they are most vulnerable to toxic elements.

The ROI Calculation is based on the need for two household members to go to the doctor each year, with a co-pay may be $25 each, or if you had to buy any respiratory medicine you'll save. Long term health is not even factored into the savings.

Area rugs from natural materials in the upper photo or wall to wall carpet from recycled materials makes for a great surface to walk or play. In the spirit of reuse and savings, the blocks that accompany the numbered ones are part of a set that is cut from the trim scraps of the home remodeling project.

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