Gamut is an upholstery fabric made of 100% PCR Polyester. Intended for upholstery.
RESOURCES
The polyester textile is made from US-sourced PCR PET bottles.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
Designtex strives for closed-loop products and provides resources for fabric reclamation/recycling at the end of its useful life. They balance carbon emissions through purchased offsets. Products ship carbon-neutral.
HUMAN HEALTH
PET water bottles that consist of the material may release antimony when processed. Designtex explains that any toxins in manufacturing are contained. Designtex partners with Material IQ, an initiative dedicated to transparent material health information.
SOCIAL EQUITY
Designtex contributes to a variety of charities with volunteers and monetary and material contributions, including Habitat for Humanity, City Harvest, and Materials for the Arts.