Colour: Not specified by manufacturer
Colour code: 2046
Design / finish: Arable AA86 2046
Inspired by aerial views of sunbaked farmlands, DESSO Arable carpet tiles bring a gentle rhythm to contemporary spaces. The collection returns with an expanded palette of 16 warm, chalk-tinted neutrals drawn directly from the earth — unfolding in soft greys, soothing browns, and delicate mineral hues — feeling both time-honoured and freshly revived. Its subtle organic texture captures the harmony between human intervention and natural landscapes, evoking openness, warmth, and grounded elegance. Subtle height shifts and gentle visual movement echo the beautiful irregularities found in nature. Adaptable across a wide range of commercial environments, its subtle patterning supports clear zoning while allowing spaces to transition naturally, making it ideal for corporate workplaces, learning settings, and shared communal spaces.
Key features
- Circular Carbon Footprint: 0.90 kg CO2eq/m²
- Total recycled + bio-based content: 68.6%
- Yarn recycled content: 100%
- Recyclable yarn and backing: 100%
- Standard with updated DESSO EcoBase: 100% recyclable, contains up to 91% recycled and bio-based content
- Cradle to Cradle® Silver Level Certified
- Made in Europe
Classification
| Product type (EN 1307) | Textile floor coverings |
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| Commercial classification (EN 1307) | 33 Heavy |
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| Domestic classification (EN 1307) | 23 Heavy |
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| Quality & environment certifications | ISO 14001 |
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Technical Characteristics
| Effective pile thickness (ISO 1766) | 3,2 mm |
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| Total mass (ISO 8543) | 3900 g/m² (115 oz/yd²) |
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| Total pile mass (ISO 2424) | 675 g/m² (19,9 oz/yd²) |
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| Effective pile mass (ISO 8543) | 415 g/m² (12,2 oz/yd²) |
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| Pile density (ISO 8543) | 0,13 g/cm³ (0,0564 lb/in³) |
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| Number of tufts (ISO 1763) | 1580 /dm² (132108,1 /yd²) |
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| Laying direction | HorzA/Quart |
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| Light Reflectance Value (LRV) % | 15,75 |
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| Gauge | 1/10" |
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| Construction Process (ISO 2424) | Tufted |
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| Pile construction (ISO 2424) | Structured loop pile |
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| Dye Method | Solution Dyed |
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| Primary backing (ISO 2424) | Polyester fleece |
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| Secondary backing (ISO 2424) | EcoBase – 100% recyclable, contains up to 91% recycled and bio-based content – Recycled content is externally verified by Lloyds Register. |
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| Pile fibre (ISO 2424) | BCF PA6 ECONYL |
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| Total thickness (ISO 1765) | 6,50 mm |
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Performance for CE Marking
| Content of Pentachlorophenol | DL |
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| Declaration of Performance # (EN 14041) | 0493-CPR-0002-04 |
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| Static Electrical Propensity (ISO 6356) | Antistatic (≤ 2 kV) |
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| Electrical resistance (vertical) (ISO 10965) | Static dissipative (≤ 1×10⁹ Ω) |
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| Reaction to fire (EN 13501-1) | Bfl-s1 |
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| Slip resistance (EN 13893) (EN 13893) | Class DS (µ ≥ 0,30) |
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| Thermal resistance (ISO 8302) | 0,071 m²•K/W |
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| Formaldehyde emission (EN 717-1) | E1 |
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Technical Performance
| Luxury rating (EN 1307) | LC2 |
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| Colour fastness to water – Colour change (ISO 105-E01) | ≥ 3-4 |
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| Colour fastness to rubbing – Wet cloth (ISO 105-X12) | ≥ 3 |
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| Colour fastness to rubbing – Dry cloth (ISO 105-X12) | ≥ 3-4 |
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| Dimensional stability (EN 986) | Average measured value: ≤ 0.2 % |
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| Impact sound reduction – ∆Lw (ISO 10140) | 25 dB |
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| Sound absorption (noise reduction) – αw (ISO 354) | 0,15 |
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| Castor chair (ISO 4918) | Intensive use |
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| Underfloor heating | Suitable (subfloor temperature maximum 27°C) |
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| Light fastness (ISO 105-B02) | ≥ 7 |
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| Colour fastness to water – Staining (ISO 105-E01) | ≥ 2-3 |
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Sustainability performances
| Cradle to Cradle® | Silver |
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| Total Carbon Footprint (EPD Modules A-D, incl. recycling scenario) | 0,90 kg CO₂eq /m² |
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| Phthalate – free | Yes |
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| Total VOC Emissions (after 28 days) (EN 16516) | Gold (≤ 100 µg / m³) |
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| EPD | Available |
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| Prodis – GUT (www.pro-dis.info) | A4BA8229 |
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| Green Building Certifications Contribution | Yes |
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| CRI Green Label Plus Certification (-) | GLP 3372 |
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| GUI Fine Dust | Basic |
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| GUI Allergy Certificate # | Certificate AT 100-111-17 |
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| Recyclability through ReStart® | Post-use – Contact Tarkett for more information |
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| Material Health Statement | Available |
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| EPD Number | EPD-IES-0027944 |
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| Carbon Footprint (Cradle-to-Gate, EPD Modules A1-A3) | 3,89 kg CO₂eq /m² |
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