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Blue Ridge Commercial Carpet Launches Blue Ridge Modular at NeoCon 2003; New Collection Brings Innovative Design to the Demanding Commercial Market


Ellijay, GA, - 02 June 2003 - Blue Ridge Commercial Carpet, a leading manufacturer of commercial floorcoverings, has announced the launch of Blue Ridge Modular, a series of collections created to bring classically designed, performance engineered modular floorcovering to the demanding commercial market. In addition to versatile 24 inch carpet tiles, many patterns are available in 6 foot rolls and 12 foot broadloom.

"Blue Ridge Modular combines Blue Ridge's expertise, innovation and environmental leadership in floorcovering with the unique arts and crafts heritage of its surrounding community," said Mike Gallman, President and CEO of Blue Ridge Industries. "This collection features some of the freshest products available in the industry today while keeping a focus on sustainable design," he added.

The Gallery Collection from Blue Ridge Modular - The Gallery Collection features a wide variety of coordinating patterns,textures and colors that are designed to perform in any commercial interior. Modern, Classic, Fair Isle, Bargello and Klimt are each constructed from 100% Zefton Solure nylon and feature Blue Ridge's EnviroFlex backing with recycled content. The Gallery Collection patterns are available in various combinations of 24 inch tiles, 6 foot rolls and 12 foot broadloom.

The Natural Collection from Blue Ridge Modular - Natural Wool Cotswold and Trapunto, a solid and patterned duo, are crafted from naturally blended imported sheep's wool. The unique combination of organic brown and gray tones result in some of the most stunning modular products available today. The Natural Collection is available in 24 inch tiles and 6 foot rolls and features Blue Ridge's EnviroFlex backing with recycled content.

From the undyed, wool tiles of the Natural Collection to the classic design of the Gallery Collection, Blue Ridge Modular offers exciting modular alternatives for sustainable design. "Our unique product design philosophy and experiencein engineering superior commercial carpet has allowed us to create a truly versatile portfolio of modular products," said Lisa Burel, Product Designer, Blue Ridge Commercial Carpet. "The introduction of these products will set the standard for future design initiatives at Blue Ridge," she added.