New York House magazine selects Universal Fibers(R) for its inaugural competition. BRISTOL, Va., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second time this year, Universal Fibers(R) is being recognized for its commitment to sustainability by being honored with an environmental award. Schein Media announces that ReFresh Fibers(R) is a winner of the New York House magazine Innovative Green Design Award in the Flooring/Floor Coverings Category. Winners represent the greenest materials, most sustainable methods of manufacturing, highest energy efficiency, greenest innovation, minimal carbon footprint and best-looking design in each category. The Universal brand, ReFresh Fibers(R), is made from a sophisticated multi-step process that takes post-consumer carpet and turns it back into usable nylon 6,6 fiber maximizing the use of an abundant resource that would otherwise end up in a landfill. Universal Fibers(R) is the first in the industry to produce post-consumer Nylon 6,6 fiber. The panel of judges felt ReFresh Fibers(R) product and manufacturing processes were exceptional and deserved the distinction of winner. Judges included Chris Madden, celebrity designer and television personality, and other leaders in the Green furnishings industry.
