People everywhere are more concerned than ever before about the spread of bacteria, mold and mildew.  Consumers are demanding products that contribute to a cleaner, safer environment.  Proven effective against a broad spectrum of mold and mildew, Beaulieu’s Silver Release™ patented fiber technology brings permanent, natural and effective antimicrobial protection to your carpets.

Silver, a well-known antimicrobial, has a long history of preventing illness.  In fact, the saying “born with a silver spoon in one’s mouth” is largely based on the fourteenth century practice of placing silver spoons in the mouths of wealthy children to protect them from bacteria.  During the 1800’s silver was also placed in the eyes of newborns – a practice that continues today.  More recently, the medical community has incorporated silver into treatments for burn patients as well as for use in instruments such as stents and catheters.

The key to the effectiveness of the Silver Release™ antimicrobial agent is the unique and balanced combination of silver and copper ions.  Moisture in the environment, the same moisture required for microbes to grow, initiates the release of silver and copper ions from the fibers.  These ions bind to the microbes, inactivating them.  The maximum release rate ensures continuous antimicrobial action for the life of the product.
Benefits:

· Powerful antimicrobial technology that uses silver and copper ions – elements found in nature.
· Proven effective in inhibiting the growth of destructive microbes that cause odor, discoloration, staining, and deterioration in pre-clinical trials.
· Environmentally–friendly; silver ions are non-leaching.
· Can be woven into almost any fabric from cotton to rayon and from polypropylene to nylon, without changing the characteristics of the fiber.
· Completely safe for human and food contact.
· Built into Green Smart™, the fiber made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles, for a totally green product.  Unlike other antimicrobials  that are applied via topical coatings, the silver release additive is built into the fiber resulting in permanent antimicrobial protection that lasts the life of the  product.  It will never wear or wash off.