Xorel Cruise Wallcovering – Carnegie
Submitted by: Michelle Ko
Supplier: Carnegie
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Xorel Cruise Wallcovering should win Sustainable Product of the Year because it proves that marine-grade performance and responsible material innovation can work together without compromise. As a forever PVC-free company and certified B Corp manufacturer, Carnegie has spent decades developing high-performance alternatives to conventional materials, and Xorel Cruise is a powerful example of that commitment. B Corp certification is significant because it means Carnegie is independently verified to meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability—ensuring sustainability is embedded not just in products, but in how we operate, from responsible manufacturing practices to the impact we have on people, communities, and the planet.
It is Cradle to Cradle Silver certified and also meets Greenguard Gold standards for indoor air quality, California Indoor Air Quality Specification CA 01350, SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold, and is RoHS and REACH compliant, helping projects contribute toward LEED credits. With extremely low VOC emissions and a finish-free construction, performance is inherent to the Xorel yarn itself, delivering durability, bleach cleanability, stain resistance, and long-term performance required in high-traffic marine environments.
Carnegie has continued expanding Xorel Cruise with new patterns, designs, and colors, giving cruise designers more sustainable options without limiting creativity. This ongoing investment helps make responsible specification easier, more versatile, and more relevant to the evolving needs of passenger ship interiors.
Sustainability in cruise interiors is not only about what a product is made from; it is also about how long it lasts. Xorel Cruise supports a more responsible approach to specification by helping reduce unnecessary replacement cycles and supporting long-term material value. Meeting IMO 2010 FTP Code Parts 2 and 5 and carrying IMO Wheelmark certification, Xorel Cruise demonstrates that sustainable materials can also meet the stringent safety and compliance requirements of passenger shipping.
