The Evolution of Stuff: Best Eco-Products of the Decade

Many great products for people and the planet have emerged over the past 10 years. The following categories top off our favorite strides in innovation.

By Carly Halvorson
May/June 2009
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Made from natural, recyclable and nontoxic materials, Forbo natural linoleum can be customized to your natural home. More than 100 colors, insets and boarders are available.
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Natural Linoleum

Made from linseed oil, tree resin, cork, sawdust and limestone, with jute or hemp backing, natural linoleum is biodegradable and antimicrobial.
Armstrong: (800) 233-3823
Forbo: (866) 627-6653
Eco-Friendly Flooring: (866) 250-3273
Hendricksen Natürlich Flooring: (707) 829-3959

Natural Cleaners

Eco-friendly cleaning products are free of polluting, toxic chemicals.
Earth Friendly Products: (800) 335-3267
Ecover: (800) 449-4925
Howard Naturals: (800) 266-9545
Laundry Dropps: (800) 355-9274
Lucky Earth: (310) 215-3133
Mother Natural: (973) 696-7575
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day: (877) 865-1508
Planet Inc.: (800) 858-8449
Seventh Generation: (800) 456-1191

LED Lights 

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) last longer than most types of lighting on the market—up to 22 years—and are available in a wide variety of light colors.
C. Crane Company: (800) 522-8863
Kichler Lighting: (866) 558-5706
Progress Lighting: (864) 678-1000
Real Goods: (800) 340-5846

Natural Mattresses

Mattresses made from wool, organic cotton or natural latex don’t contain polyurethane, flame-retardant chemicals or polyester.
Cozy Pure: (800) 229-7571
Earthsake: (877) 268-1026
Foam Source: (800) 255-0181
Lifekind: (800) 284-4983
Natural Bed Store: (800) 235-3433
Nature’s Rest: (866) 338-1447
Savvy Rest: (866) 856-4044
Shepherd’s Dream: (800) 966-5540

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