Interface Introduces First Biodegradable Carpet Product

Interface Inc. is introducing a carpet tile made from poly lactic acid (PLA), a renewable resource derived from corn. John Wells, president of Interface Americas, predicts that plant-derived products could make up as much as 10 percent of Interface’s business over the next three years.

Interface, Inc., has exclusive rights to develop floorcovering products with PLA, which
has been developed through a joint venture between Dow Chemical and Cargill at their
new plant in Nebraska. The new floorcovering products will available to customers fourth
quarter 2000.

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