Coles is one of the few companies that actually puts some thought into what happens to used carpeting and padding after it is taken out of a home. Over 90 percent of our pulled up flooring is shipped to one of two recycling companies where it is then separated, cleaned, and converted into various products. These days, there are so many ways to live a planet-friendly lifestyle. Products such as hard surfacing, carpeting, and even cleaning products are available for the green lifestyle.