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About CRI Carpet Makes the World Better. Science Makes Carpet Better.
Carpet Makes the World Better.
Science Makes Carpet Better.
To put it simply, CRIs job is to go well beneath the surface and prove how our environment for living, working, learning and healing is better — thanks to carpet and rugs. Through science-based research, customer advocacy, environmental stewardship and consensus building, we serve our members and their customers. Our initiatives help protect carpet's life and beauty and demonstrate its air quality benefit.
Member Companies Committees and Working Groups CRI Signature Initiatives
CRI member companies make strong, durable and beautiful products; build consensus among companies critical to the industry; and support their communities and the nation...

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CRI's issues committees and working groups provide a focal point for discussion and analyses on all areas impacting carpet manufacturing from technical, member and government issues to consumer affairs and public relations...

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CRI applies science to make carpet better and longer lasting and to reduce its environmental impact — through a variety of initiatives...

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