Yarns for Flooring
Our research excellence in the circular economy field has made our Group one of the main suppliers of sustainable synthetic fibers for carpet flooring around the world. Today, ECONYL® regenerated nylon accounts for more than 60% of our total fibers revenue, confirming its position as one of the leading choices within the global sustainable yarn market. Curious to learn more about our regenerated nylon? Explore the dedicated website.
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Commercial
Aquafil offers materials that combine premium technical performance with environmental standards such as ISO Standards and Material Health 4.0 v C2C®, among others. Through ECONYL® regenerated nylon, we provide a reliable alternative to standard nylon. This solution helps architects and manufacturers design more responsible commercial interiors without sacrificing performance or appearance.
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Automotive
Leading manufacturers, including Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Hyundai, JLR, Porsche and Cupra rely on these materials to meet strict performance and quality standards.
ECONYL® regenerated nylon is also used in electric mobility projects, where material efficiency and sustainability compliance are key requirements.
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Hospitality
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Residential
Leading manufacturers use ECONYL® regenerated nylon to develop a wide range of carpet and rug designs that meet the sustainability expectations of today’s residential and interior design applications.
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Rugs
Rug applications in different shapes, colors, and constructions can be developed using ECONYL® regenerated nylon. Designers and manufacturers rely on these materials to achieve consistent quality, durability, and a wide range of aesthetic results. As part of this offering, the Bespoke collection combines sophisticated textures and tactile appeal inspired by wool, silk, and natural fibers with this very durability and performance.
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Mobility
Aquafil yarns are engineered to meet the durability, safety, and regulatory standards required in these environments. By using our ECONYL® regenerated nylon, several of our clients have achieved Class 33 or IMO Certification.
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Special Applications
New applications are continuously being developed in collaboration with our partners, based on specific functional and performance requirements.
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Yarn Solutions
Unlike mechanical recycling, ECONYL® is produced through a chemical regeneration process. By breaking down nylon waste—such as fishing nets, fabric scraps, and old carpets—to its original building blocks, we create a new Nylon 6 identical to fossil-based material. For architects and manufacturers, this means zero compromise: the same tenacity and durability as standard fossil-based nylon, and it can be reborn again and again.
ECONYL® regenerated yarns portfolio:
- ECONYL® Global Collection
- Bespoke Collection
- Scraper Collection
- Automotive Nylon Yarns
- ECONYL® Effect Collection
ECONYL® regenerated nylon main features:
- Regenerated Pre- & Post- Waste | 100%
- Recyclability | 100%
- Chemical Recycling Upgrade| NO Mechanical Recycling Downgrade (watch the video)
- Quality | Identical to Standard PA6
- Color availability | Infinite
- ECONYL® process | Proven Since 2011
- Carbon Offsetting | 0%
- Third-Party Verified Data | 100% (surf our certifications)
- Contributions to LEED, BREEAM, WELL, GENSLER (download our Green Building Certification toolkit)
- Corporate Sustainability Reporting | Since 2007 (surf our reports)
Choosing a yarn from our ECONYL® Global Collection means getting a chemically recycled PA6 with improved technical performance than standard nylon 6.
With 176 stock colors, the collection supports efficient sourcing and reliable availability across geographic areas.
Our ECONYL® Global Collection is available in two yarn counts specifically developed for contract use.
The collection is made with long-lasting solution-dyed (SD) technology, where color is built into the yarn. By integrating pigments directly into the polymer during extrusion, the fiber maintains consistent color throughout.
Main Features:
- Colorfastness: Deep and vibrant shades engineered to resist fading, UV exposure, and aggressive cleaning agents over time.
- Product Maintenance: Stains do not penetrate the fiber core, helping carpets maintain appearance and making stains easier to manage over the life of the product.
- Durability: Engineered to withstand heavy foot traffic while maintaining the appearance and performance required for commercial and hospitality applications.
Each yarn in the Bespoke family is engineered to evoke a specific tactile and visual emotion, providing designers with a versatile toolkit for high-end interiors:
- ReLana: A 2-ply twist yarn that delivers the authentic warmth and matte finish of traditional wool.
- ReSeta: A 2-ply twist yarn in both bright and matte finishes and available in solution- and cone-dyed colors, it mimics the sheen and smoothness of pure silk.
- Terra: A high-count, air-entangled solution-dyed yarn available in 15 stock colors, designed to capture the rich, organic character of natural fibers, bringing depth to contemporary patterns.
A Global Network for Tailored Excellence
Aquafil’s Bespoke service is defined by three pillars: innovative technology, a fully tailored approach, and a sustainable solution. To ensure the highest quality for the world’s leading rug suppliers, we have established a consolidated network of local manufacturing partners in India and China.
This integrated presence, supported by dedicated dyeing facilities and exclusive distributors, allows us to provide consistent technical expertise and reliable color development exactly where the finest rugs are crafted.
The core of this collection lies in its advanced structure: three filaments precisely assembled together to achieve an optimized balance between volume, resistance, and cost-effectiveness. TRIFORMA® provides dimensional stability and resilience, helping carpets maintain their original appearance even under the intense mechanical stress of heavy-duty environments.
Available with solution-dyed technology.
The TRIFORMA® Portfolio
TRIFORMA® offers:
- Brilliant, long-lasting colors.
- Limitless custom-made color possibilities.
- High durability.
- Quality with cost efficiency.
The family includes two specialized solutions:
- TRIFORMA® + (Currently Available in Europe only):
- Intrinsic resistance to acid-based stains.
- TRIFORMA® HC (Currently Available in selected areas):
- Engineered for superior coverage.
Made with ECONYL® regenerated nylon derived from pre- and post-consumer waste, the collection delivers the performance required for demanding environments while supporting a more circular approach to material sourcing. Available in solution-dyed yarns and a curated color palette, the collection is designed to meet the technical and sustainability requirements of modern entrance systems.
Dirt Retention
The primary role of a scraper yarn is to protect the interior environment. Aquafil’s collection is engineered to retain dirt and moisture at the building’s entry points. By trapping abrasive particles before they reach the internal flooring, our yarns help maintain the appearance and extend the lifespan of the entire carpet installation.
Built for Extreme Foot Traffic
Entrance areas endure the most aggressive wear in any building. Our SCRAPER yarns are developed to withstand heavy foot traffic and constant mechanical stress without losing their functional integrity. The result is a resilient flooring solution that ensures:
- Durability: High-grade ECONYL® regenerated PA6 fibers that resist flattening.
- Long-Term Reliability: Consistent performance even under frequent industrial cleaning cycles.
- Safety and Hygiene: Removal of dust and dirt to ensure a cleaner, safer indoor environment.
Choosing Aquafil’s ECONYL® SCRAPER collection means opting for a technical partner that understands the rigorous demands of the commercial, retail, and hospitality sectors, while addressing the environmental responsibility the industry is called to embrace today.
Whether for a luxury hotel lobby or a high-density transit hub, ECONYL® SCRAPER Collection provides the essential durability that professionals demand.
The RAW WHITE family is a technically refined material developed to ensure optimal print and dyed results. Suitable for piece dyeing, color digital printing, as well as solid-color and patterned applications, it enables superior dye uptake and consistency across multiple technologies, from traditional dyeing processes to advanced digital printing.
The result is high color definition, where every hue is rendered with exceptional vibrancy and sharpness.
Design Flexibility
The RAW WHITE range combines multiple luster levels, finishes, and textures within a single yarn platform, making it possible to achieve a wide variety of visual and tactile effects while maintaining collection consistency. This allows designers to:
- Achieve Precise Color Matching: Consistent results from batch to batch.
- Ensure color-fastness across the Raw white range.
- Explore Print Innovation: High-definition clarity for intricate patterns and gradients.
Beyond aesthetics, the RAW WHITE collection maintains the core strength and resilience typical of Aquafil’s PA6 yarns.
Collection available with:
- Standard PA6: Fossil-based nylon 6.
- ECONYL® Regenerated nylon: nylon 6, 100% coming from pre- and post-consumer waste.
The range is available in both standard PA6 and, for those that have embraced circularity as a pillar of their business, ECONYL® regenerated nylon. Made from 100% pre- and post-consumer nylon 6 waste, ECONYL® regenerated nylon is chemically recycled and regenerated into new nylon without compromising performance or quality.
ECONYL® regenerated nylon represents a distinctive and innovative solution for the industry, offering leading car manufacturers a conscious material choice aligned with a more responsible vision of mobility. Major automotive brands, including BMW, Volvo, Audi, Hyundai, JLR, and Daimler, have already chosen ECONYL® regenerated nylon for selected high-end applications, confirming its role as a material for advanced interiors.
Collection available with:
- Standard PA6: Fossil-based nylon 6.
- ECONYL® Regenerated nylon: nylon 6, 100% coming from pre- and post-consumer waste.
Available in a curated palette of in-stock colors with no minimum order quantity, the collection offers flexibility for projects requiring immediate availability. For greater design freedom, ECONYL® Effect yarns can also be custom developed in a wide range of colors, enabling manufacturers and designers to create unique visual effects and tailored aesthetic expressions.
Opportunities & Development
Aquafil’s continuous Research & Development work focuses on product and process innovation. From circular design to technical performance, we support the development of yarns and solutions designed to respond to evolving market needs and application requirements.
Partnering with Aquafil gives the opportunity to:
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Extruding, spinning and texturing
Polymerization, carpet yarn spinning
Reprocessing and logistics
