21.   If floor coverings are a must, switch to cotton throw rugs or a big sissal area rug.

22.   In contrast, floor coverings manufactured from grasses and plant fibers are entirely natural and made from sustainable natural resources.

23.   In spite of their advantages, natural fiber floor coverings have some drawbacks.

24.   Interface, an Atlanta-based manufacturer of floor coverings and architectural fabrics, has been affected by cutbacks in commercial office projects and other construction.

25.   It is not difficult to repair deep scratches or tears in vinyl floor covering provided you have a spare piece of the covering to make a patch.

26.   Mention soft floor coverings and most people think of carpets or rugs made of fibers like wool, cotton, silk or synthetics like rayon or acrylic.

27.   Most natural fiber floor coverings do not do well if they are exposed to humidity or dampness.

28.   Now, in addition to floor coverings, there are antiques and reproductions galore, linens and bed and bath items, fabrics and remnants and cookware.

29.   Now, however, soft floor coverings made from natural grass and plant fibers are gaining in popularity.

30.   One floor covering you could apply is an outdoor carpet of the type that is normally installed around swimming pools and on patios.