Written by Every fiber has it’s own characteristic (we give each fiber characteristic) and no one single fiber has everything. Regardless of which fiber you choose, the construction of the carpet is what makes carpet durable. For durable, heavy traffic carpet you want to look for a dense construction (you don’t want to be able to easily [...]
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The History Of Carpet
The History Of Carpet In the beginning — woven carpet The carpet industry in the United States began in 1791 when William Sprague started the first woven carpet mill in Philadelphia. Others opened during the early 1800s in New England. Included in that area was Beattie Manufacturing Company in Little Falls, New Jersey, a company [...]
READ MORE »Why Regular Carpet Cleaning is Necessary
Why Regular Carpet Cleaning is Necessary Just as the clothes we wear need regular washing to keep them fresh and hygienic, our carpets and upholstered furniture require periodic cleaning. Accumulated soil and grit are major causes of reduced carpet and fabric life, and enable destructive and health harmful mites and bacteria to work unchecked. Cleaning [...]
READ MORE »What type of vacuum should I buy?
Vacuum What type of vacuum should I buy? Use a vacuum that has been through CRI’s IAQ program for vacuum’s, testing for soil removal, dust containment and carpet appearance retention. I have wool carpet, should I use a beater bar/brush on my wool carpet? It is recommended to use a vacuum cleaner that has suction [...]
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How often should I vacuum? It’s best to vacuum your carpet at least twice a week, if you can’t vacuum your entire house this often, at least vacuum the high traffic areas at least twice a week.
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Maintenance adds to the life of your carpet. Carpet should always be cleaned the way the manufacturer specifies approximately every 12 to 18 months. Regular professional cleaning can ensure: •Increased life expectancy – Eliminating many of the problems that may lead to carpet and soft furnishings needing to be replaced before their time. •Stain Removal [...]
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Fighting Dirt Containing Soil and Dust at the Front Door : Preventing dirt and grime from getting on the carpet in the first place is a great start for keeping it clean . Here is some helpfull hints that can stop dirt in its track: Using Mats: Be proactive . Use outside and inside mats [...]
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