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A majority of how your interior looks and feels will depend on your floors.  Houses that have carpet give off an undeniable warmth, vibrancy, and an aesthetic appeal.  There is a wide range of colors, textures, materials, and designs available that can transform your home and give every room a chance to be unique.  Your carpet installation has a long term perspective, so it's important that you select the best one for your needs and install it right the first time.

Once you have picked out your material and design, you'll need to it install it.  Professional carpet installers can do the job for you, or you can choose to do it yourself.  Even though doing it yourself is cheaper than hiring a professional, it isn't  recommended if you don't have the right tools, lack time, or have no experience.

A great way to ensure a professional installation of your carpet is to buy from an authorized carpet retailer or dealer.  Most of the time, your carpet retailer will have an installation staff that is very experienced with installing carpet.

If the retailer doesn't offer an installation  service, they can still guide you to a reputable and experienced installer.  Even though installation by a retailer is a bit more expensive, it offers several advantages.  The experience will show in their work and you'll come out better in the long run.  You can also approach them if you aren't  satisfied with anything they have done.

However, if you are looking for low budget carpet installation services, you'll also have the option of hiring independent contractors, architects,  builders, or interior designers.  You should always remember to get their references and inquire about their experience, where they received their training, and any certification they may have.

You can also visit homes that the installer has previously worked on, as this will give you an idea of their work before you hire them.  If it  isn't possible, you should at least make it a  point to see some pictures of their work.

Even though private contractors may offer a lower rate for carpet installation than your retailer,
the services of post installation may be very poor.  If you encounter a problem, you'll find that your options are limited.  No matter what happens, if you choose an independent carpet installer, you should always make sure that the installer follows the standard for installation of residential carpet CRI 105.

Choosing the right installer for your carpet will entirely depend on your specific needs.  If you like to change your carpet type every few years, you may be better off to choose an independent carpet installer.  If you want carpet that will last for a long time, you should get a follow up from a retailer, as this will ensure that you  have a trouble free experience with installation.

No matter who you choose, you should ensure prior to installation the carpet is power stretched so wrinkling and rippling will be minimized.
It is also important that your rooms are
measured before laying any of them and the sub
floor has been cleaned. 

You should also vacuum the old carpet good before it is removed, to help eliminate dust.  Once the new carpet is down, the edges should be trimmed and sealed with hardwood.  You should always inspect the carpet, and make sure that nothing looks out of the ordinary and that everything pleases you before you finish the  deal.

You should always keep in mind that no matter how expensive or exotic your carpets may be, it is the installation process that makes or breaks the look of your home.  Therefore, it pays off to invest a bit of time, money, and effort when you choose the right installer for your carpet.

If you walk into any carpeting store, you'll find
yourself amazed at all of the choices that are there
for you to pick from.  You'll find textured plush
carpets, saxony carpets, berber carpets, and even
commercial grade carpets.  There are carpets that
can be installed wall to wall, and carpets that can
be cut to size with bound edges and carpet squares.

Your first consideration when purchasing a new carpet
should not be color, even though it is important. 
Your first consideration should be how much traffic
you are going to have on the carpet.  If you plan
to put carpet in the bedroom, then it won't have as
much traffic as carpet in the living room.

Stain resistance will also be important.  This is
something to think about with any carpet, especially
carpet that is going to be used in a dining room
or play room area where there will be a stready
stream of food or possibilities for spills.

You'll also want to inquire about the rating of the
carpet as well.  Indoor carpeting is normally rated
on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest
rating.  Carpets with a 5 rating are considered the
best for heavy traffic areas.  Rating of 4 are
considered outstanding and recommended for heavy
traffic areas of your home.

Ratings of 2.5 to 4 would provide normal durability
for your home.  Carpets that rate 2.5 or lower
should only be used with light traffic areas, such
as bedrooms.  Choosing carpet based on the type of
traffic it will receive can help you save a lot
of money down the road, although you should buy
carpet suited to your needs and requirements.

The highest quality of carpet you can buy is carpet
made of wool.  Wool carpets are very expensive,
although you'll reap the benefits over years of
use as wool will easily out perform any man
made carpet.  Two of the best benefits of wool
carpet include its natural soil resistance and
it's ability to retain appearance, meaning it
won't crush or wear down like other carpets.

The downside to wool carpet, is the fact that it
is out of reach for most of us.  If you can't
afford to have woold carpet installed throughout
your entire house, then you should instead have
it installed in the room that receives the highest
amount of traffic.

There are several different man made carpets that
you can choose from as well.  If you have a high
traffic area, then nylon would be an ideal choice
due to the durability.  Nylon is stain resistant
as well, and repels mildew. 

Carpets made of olefin is also a great choice for
high traffic areas as it is very strong and easy
to clean.  Polyester is another good carpet as
it is easy to clean and repels water based stains.
Polyester is known for the look and feel of wool,
although it is much less expensive.

The color consideration is also important.  Light
colored carpets create an effect of a larger
space, although they do tend to show stains more
easily.  Dark carpets on the other hand tend to
absorb light, giving a room what many know as
the "cozy feeling". 

When you find a carpet that appeals to you, you
should ask to take a piece of it home.  Look at
it during natural daylight and at night under
an artificial light to see if the color changes
at all.
TIP of the day

Choosing an effective carpet cleaner is easier said
than done.  There are many carpet cleaning companies
out there, each one claiming to be the best.  With
each one claiming to be the best, it can be very
hard deciding which one is the best for you.  If
follow the tips below, you'll have no problems finding
your ideal carpet cleaner.

First of all, you should know what your choices are
in cleaning methods and you should also know which
one is the one you'll want to choose, as there are
several available to choose from.  A dry extraction
type of cleaning will use a compound that contains
detergents what will free stains and dirt which will
then allow them to be vacuumed up.

Dry foam on the other hand may be used by applying
foam to the carpet and then vacuuming it up with a
wet vacuum.  You can also choose a vacuum that uses
stronger chemicals and a stronger suction to get
dirt up.  For your needs, you should choose the
vacuum accordingly.

Once you know your options, talk to family and
friends for their recommendations.  There are several
places on the internet that offer reviews for
local as well as nationwide carpet cleaners.

You can also get estimates as well.  Find out
what the professionals charge and what is considered
to be extra.  You should also find out what
chemicals are going to be used, how long the
process will take, and whether or not they plan to
move any furniture.

You'll want to make sure that chemicals used are
going to be safe for you, your children, and
also your pets. If you are using a professional
company, you'll want to let them know what type of
carpet you have.  If you don't let them know and
you have a type of carpet that will shrink or
change color during cleaning, you'll probably be
in trouble.

Probably the most important thing, is to know who
is coming to your home.  You should always make
sure that you know the history of the carpet
cleaner as well as inquire if background checks
are performed by the company.  These steps will
help to keep you and those you love safe.

Follow the above tips, and you'll have no problems
with finding the right carpet cleaner.  There are
many types to choose from, as well as professional
cleaning companies. 

If you are considering whether or not to use a
professional carpet cleaner, you should consider
the alternatives as well.  First, spot removal
isn't the only necessary carpet cleaning that you
need to do, nor is the vacuuming.

Even home carpet cleaning machines won't do as
good of a job as a pro can do.  When you use these
types of carpet cleaners, you can help to preserve
your carpeting for years and years to come. 

Last, professional cleaning can help many people
who have allergies to feel better once they have
clean carpet.  If you have allergies, a professional
cleaning may be the ideal way to solve just about
all of your carpet problems.

In a nutshell, it makes the most sense to have your
carpet professionally cleaned.  It doesn't really
cost a lot of money, yet it will give you the
peace of mind in knowing that your carpet is very
clean.

If you've been looking to clean your carpet or
have it cleaned, professional is without a doubt
the way to go.  You don't have to bother with it
yourself, yet you'll know that your carpet is going
to be cleaned right - by someone who knows exactly
what they are doing.


TIP for cleaning your carpet

A spill on the kitchen carpet can be anything froma child's cup falling off the table to muddy footprints around the room.  Properly dealing with the kitchen spill is what seperates the professionals from everyone else.

With a little bit of common knowledge, many of the  spills that occur can be cleaned up and corrected fast and easily.  Knowing how to react to spills in the  kitchen are what makes things easier than ever.

The first thing to do, is use a bit of common sense. Its important for you to take very quick action and be smart about the first steps you take in cleaning up your kitchen carpet spill.  To put it in other terms - don't let the spill sit.

The longer the spill or product sits on your carpet, the deeper in it will go.  A larger spill that has time to seep into the carpet and into the padding  and reaches the floor boards is one type of spill
that will need extensive cleaning.  Therefore, you'll need to move quickly and effectively.

You can take different steps to remove spills from your kitchen carpet.  One thing that remains the
same throughout every spill you encounter is that you shouldn't rub them.  Most often, rubbing the  spill will rub them into the fibers of the carpet. This will make them less likely to come off.  Instead
of rubbing, you should consider blotting.  Blotting puts small amounts of pressure on the stain to
allow the cloth or paper towels to soak it up.  This doesn't work the stain deeper into the carpet.

As far as getting the spill out of the carpet, you can use several methods.  First, you should try
and remove as much debris from the floor as possible, wiping as much as you can up.  Then, there are several routes that you can take.

If you own a carpet cleaner, this will be your best option.  Last, there are several products on the market that you can use.  This will help when it comes to difficult spills.  Unless you have them on hand, waiting isn't an option.  Spills in the kitchen needs to be handled in a quick and timely manner.

Since the kitchen spill happens in one of the most used rooms of the home, you'll need to make sure that you do a great job in cleaning it up.  Because spills can happen frequently, it is important  that you do a complete cleaning of the carpet on a regular basis.

Even though kitchen carpet spills are nearly  impossible to prevent, you can protect yourself and your carpet by knowing what to do.  If you keep your carpet clean, you'll have no problems cleaning up spills as they occur.

There are many different products available on the market that will help you to remove almost all types of stains. The ideal solution in minimizing or totally removing stains is by simply cleaning the spills and dirt the moment they crop up.  Cleaning them up won't even require you to leave your home just to rush out and buy the expensive types of cleaning products.

There are several ways to clean up stains simply by using products already available in your home which you use on a regular basis, such as detergents, rubbing alcohol, vinegar, lemon juice, etc.  Its simply a matter of knowing how to use these common household products and the procedures involved to clean up stains.  Below, you'll find some tips on how to clean up pet stains and some other types of common carpet stains.

Pet stain
For your first option you can use one teaspoon of clear, household type ammonia to a half cup of cold water.  You can use this solution in a spray bottle or apply it to the carpet directly.  It is very important not to wet the carpets backing when you apply the solution.  After you have applied the solution, use paper towels to blot then allow it to dry completely.

For a second option, you can use detergent solution made of hand soap or dish soap.  The combination is one quarter of a teaspoon detergent to one quart of water.  You should always make sure the soap  doesn't contain bleach or lanolin.

The third and best option, is to use water, it can re-hydrate the stain to help with removal.  Most types of pet stains can be cleaned up by using a  steam cleaner.  Once you have finished, be sure to dry the area as thoroughly as possible.

Ink stains
    1.  You can purchase isopropyl rubbing alcohol at your local department or grocery store.
    2.  You can apply it by pouring some onto a clean white towel or cloth.  You can use paper towels as well, as long as they are white.
    3.  Blot the stain as much as possible  until it is removed.
    4.  Make sure you be careful, because if the stain is small, you need to blot in one direction only so you don't spread the stain.

Beer and wine stains
    1.  Mix a solution with one part white vinegar and one part water.
    2.  Apply the mixture to the stain using a spray bottle to saturate.
    3.  You should allow the stain to sit around ten to fifteen minutes.
    4.  Use a sponge and clean in a rubbing motion.
    5.  Rinse the area with warm water.
    6.  Brush the carpet pile back into the  natural direction it has.
    7.  By using layers of white paper towels, place paper towels on top of the area, then something with weight on the paper towels.  Allow everything time to sit like this until the area has dried.



TIP for removing pet stains.

Nylon
The fiber nylon was introduced first by the DuPont Chemical Company in 1938.  Several years later, after a great deal of development, nylon became the first synthetic fiber to be used in the entire carpeting industry.

The first 3 generations of fiber experienced many problems with the worst being staining.  The 4th generation fiber of nylon had a mill applied coating that solved a majority of the staining problems.  The ability of the fiber to repel water and oil based spills as well as soil helped to propel nylon into the top selling carpet fibers out there.

After several other changes, the DuPont company introduced the fifth generation nylon fiber.  This stain resistant fiber would repel most dye stains if treated in a reasonable time.  This fiber is
more accurately called an acid dye blocker in that it doesn't allow acid dyes to penetrate and stain the fiber. 

The protective coating mill is applied and fills the dye sites with anionic molecules. 

Tip
An easy way to test fiber for the presence of a  fluorochemical is to cut a couple of fibers from a  non traffic area and apply a few drops of oil and water mixture.  If it beads up, then there is an active fluorochemical present.

Whenever testing for the presence of the acid dye blocker, you should again cut a couple of fibers from a non traffic area, then immerse the fibers in a red kool-aid mixture and wait for 5 minutes or so.  Remove the fiber from the liquid and flush with neutral detergent solution.  If the acid blockers are present and active, there will  be no discoloration.

Polyester
The fiber of polyester was first introduced into the garment industry around in the 1950s. By the late 1960s, polyester was introduced into the carpet industry as a face yarn.  In hand, feel,
and appearance it is similar to nylon, although it doesn't possess that same resiliency. 

Polyester doesn't absorb water based spills, isn't affected by urine or kool-aid, but it will
absorb oil based spills.  Polyester is non allergenic and mildew resistant. 

Acrylic/modacrylic
Both of these fibers were first used as carpet  yarns around the late 1940s.  They disappeared  around 1988 due to the competition from other fibers. In was reintroduced to the market around 1990  in Berber styling. 

This was done so that people could take advantage of the wool like appearance, hand feel, and the  fact that its more spot resistant, much easier to clean, and not damaged in the ways that wool is.

Olefin
Olefin is the latest of the synthetic fibers to be adopted to carpets.  Once only available in  continous filament, it is now produced in staple form as well.  Olefin has a wide variety of uses that include primary and secondary backing of  tufted carpets, warp yarns, and other uses as well.

The dry foam procedure is mostly rather than dry as  the name infers, although the content of moisture is so low that it can actually be referred to as dry foam (90% air - 10% liquid).  The dry foam machine is equipped with a pressure tank, which you will pour a solution of water and shampoo into.

A compressor will work to convert the solution into foam which is then dispensed all over the carpet using a revolving cylindrical brush.  The brush will work to comb the foam through the piles of the  carpet so that each individual fiber of the carpet is cleaned. 

To achieve success, you must make sure that the
bubbles being produced are of uniformed size so the foam can complete the cleaning process before it is dispersed.  Once it has dried, the carpet is then thoroughly vacuumed to remove the dried crystals of dirt that have been left behind. 

Below, are the steps to the dry foam procedure:
    1.  First of all, vacuum the carpet and  remove all the stains that you possibly can.
    2.  Mix the dry foam solution according to the directions of the manufacturer.
    3.  Shampoo the carpet then once it has dried, vacuum the carpet.
    4.  Depending on the type of carpet you have, groom the pile to speed the drying process.
    5.  Complete the work by using a furniture leg pad or block to eliminate furniture stains or rust.

Advantages
The process of dry foam cleaning is capable of covering a lot of area in a very short amount of time.  There isn't really any danger involved in saturating the carpet simply because the moisture
content is low.  This will also help you to  minimize the problems that are commonly associated with over wetting.

Disadvantages
The dry foam method is capable of removing average levels of soil.  There is however a possibility of excessive residue and soil build up if the machine you are using has inadequate extraction capabilities.

Dry foam is the ideal method of choice if you have older carpet if you want to get your carpet as clean as possible.  You can rent a machine at your local department or carpet store if you don't think you'll use it enough to buy it.  They don't cost that  much to rent, which is great for those who just want to give it a shot and see what happens.

Dry foam carpet cleaning isn't that hard to do, as you'll be fine even if you have no experience with these types of machines.  The above information will help you greatly, and if you follow it, you shouldn't have any problems.  Dry foam can make a carpet look spectacular, as long as you follow the manufacturers directions on mixing the dry foam solution.  Once you've finished cleaning your carpet with dry foam, you'll probably find yourself falling in love with the results.

The process of steam cleaning your carpet involves  hot water being fed to a spray extraction tool or
wand, coupled to a pump vacuum power unit.  The  cleaning solution is injected under pressure deep into the carpet through water jet nozzles. 

The water will then penetrate the fiber all the way down to the backing.  This action will loosen any embedded soil, remove oil and grease deposits, and get your carpet cleaner than it has ever been.

There are many types and makes of steam carpet  cleaners available on the market, ranging from small portables to the large and very powerful truck  mounted units.  The principle is the same no matter what model you pick.

The models that are truck mounted are designed so that only the hose and the wand are taken into the area being cleaned.  These units are very powerful, delivering hot water and generating a high vacuum recovery that can be powered by diesel fuel, gas, propane, or even by the motor of the truck.

Most carpet manufacturers, fiber producers, and professional cleaners endorse this process for  achieving soil removal efficiency.  With the present state of art equipment and technology, we are more than capable of high production and cleaning of  carpet.

The real disadvantage to steam carpet cleaning are the problems that are associated with over wetting and longer drying times.  These can be eliminated however, by a skilled operator who uses equipment that is well maintained and in good overall  operating condition.

Currently, there are two methods being used with
steam carpet cleaning.
    1.  This method involves a traffic lane cleaner being sprayed onto the traffic lanes and then agitated into the fibers.  The entire area is then cleaned by using a hot water extractor that has a cleaning solution being injected into the fibers through the wand.
    2.  The second method involves a free  rinse emulsifying pre-spray being sprayed onto the entire carpet, then agitated into the fibers. 

Steam cleaning procedures
    1.  Prepare the equipment and supplies.  In a pump or power sprayer you should mix the free rinsing pre-spray.  In the solution tank of the extractor, mix the rinsing agent.
    2.  If you have a lot of furniture to move, make yourself a floor plan.
    3.  If the area being cleaned has furniture, you should remove as much as possible.
    4.  Thoroughly vacuum the carpet.  If the pile is crushed or matted, use a pile brush to loosen the soils which will make vacuuming more  effective.
    5.  Pre-spray a good amount of the pre-spray.
    6.  Using a grooming tool, agitate the pre spray deep into the fibers then let it sit for 10 -  15 minutes, making sure that it doesn't dry out.
    7.  Extract the area using a portable, truck mounted, or automatic carpet cleaner.
    8.  Repeat steps 5 through 7 until the entire area has been cleaned.
    9.  Groom the cleaned area, replace all furniture that was removed, then clean all equipment that you used.

Heading beyond beige
Long ago, when the choices of carpet were minimalto basic beige, the designers were known to treat it more often than not as a natural background for rooms.  These days, with numerous patterns, textures, and colors to choose from, the carpet is quickly emerging as the focal point in many interior
designs.

Even though you may think the need for neutral carpet has faded away, it hasn't, as Berber is still an outstanding choice|. Unlike the plain choices of the early 1990s, the variations of these days offer more pattern and texture.  Even the conventional kinds of Berber carpet offer more visual interest with more extreme differences in pile being cut thicker, with deeper loop textures.

Color being sprinkled against a neutral background will add interest and dimension while helping to mask spots and spills.  The flecks of color arenow appearing against tan, beige, and cream type
 backgrounds as well as in other neutrals as well.

Colors and textures
The major shift in new items is going in the direction of layered color and softer texture in carpet.  The mixture of pattern and texture will always be a popular choice simply because it reduces soil and vacuum marks.  The other benefit here is that the color and texture offer a more distinct styling and plenty of fashion appeal as well.

The new products are quickly changing the perception of carpet as not only being a background to showcase other furnishings to the possibility that the carpet can become a focus for design as well.

Construction
The new manufacturing abilities have created several new looks with carpets that are made with cut and loop yarns.  Some examples include bows, swirls, lattices, plaids, pin dots, and several others.

By taking advantage of these choices, you can add
a great deal of interest to the room and in sequence with the florals, stripes, and other patterns on windows and furniture.  The carpetpattern and structure will also improve the belief of quality and value in the carpet, and will add a much broader element to the surroundings as well.

These days, carpets may do more than just protect your sub floor.  They can create a new level of comfort and warmth to your home, with literally thousands of choices available.  Carpet is easier than ever to clean as well, making it more than worth worthy of being in your home.

With a number of various trends and new and exciting colors to select from, the carpets of today
can help to make your house come alive.  The carpets will add new meaning to your rooms, making you enjoy your home even much more.  If you have older carpet in your home now, you should not wait around another minute to upgrade. As soon as you take a look at all of the choices you have, you will want to get that new carpet in right now - as your floor with want to thank you as well!

Natural fibers used with carpet are produced either by insects, animals, or even plants.  The fibers
that are produced by insects or animals are known as protein fibers.  Those that are made by plants are known as vegetable fibers.  Vegetable and protein fibers share the common disadvantage that they areboth very absorbent and will have extended drying times when wet cleaned - which can lead to mildew, shrinkage, and even dry rot.

Wool
Wool fiber is produced from the fleece of lambs or sheep.  Wool of carpet is imported from countries
such as England, Australia, and New Zealand.  Wool is the oldest and considered to be the finest of all carpet material. 

The ability of wool to stretch up to 40% of its back and forth more than 180,000 times without  breaking makes it very resilient.  Wool is the most expensive material for carpet, although it is also the best you can buy.

Silk
The fiber of silk is produced by the larva of  various insects known as silk worms. The silk, in continuous lengths from 300 to 1600 yards is spun to produce the cocoons.  As a fiber, silk is naturally non flammable, strong, and not affected by static charge problems - even at low humidity.

Cellulose fiber
This type of fiber is produced by plants and normally not used as face yarns.  These types will however, show up as backing materials of tufted as as well as carpets that have been woven.

Cotton
Cotton is a vegetable seed fiber that is produced from the cotton plant.  The primary use for this fiber is yarns woven in carpet or rugs.  Cotton is resistant to alkaline solutions and becomes stronger when it is wet.

The biggest disadvantages to cotton is the fact that is the most absorbent of all fibers and requires extended drying times after being wet cleaned.  It is also easily damaged by acids, stains easily,  mats down, soils quickly, and is subject to mildew, dry rot, and shrinkage.

Jute
The fiber of jute is produced by the jute plant  which grows in South America, Pakistan, and even in
India.  The stalk of the jute plant is where the longer coarse fibers are obtained, located between the outer bark and within the inner pulp.

Jute is normally used as weft yarns, across the  width, in woven carpets and as a backing material
in the construction of tufted carpets.  Jute is an inexpensive material that also serves other uses
than just carpet.  Like all other fibers, this one has disadvantages as well. The fiber is weak when it becomes wet and is also subject to dry rot,  shrinkage, and mildew.

Sisal
The fiber of sisal is produced by the leaves of the agave plant.  Sisal is very strong and primarily used for making rugs, sacking, rope, and even carpet.  The fiber stains easily and is also very difficult to clean.  Wet cleaning can also cause shrinkage so its best to use low moisture methods.

Rayon
There is quite a bit of confusion about rayon and it is easy to understand why.  Rayon is a
synthetic fiber that is produced from natural  cellulosic fibers of wood pulp or cotton.  The  material is put through several chemical treatments which help to turn it into a synthetic fiber.

Primarily, rayon is used for area rugs because of its silk like appearance.  It can be damaged by acids, has low resistance to abrasion and is also prone to cellulose browning.


Tip 1
Make sure that you get a deep cleaning of the carpet
as often as it is needed.  To achieve a clean carpet,
you'll need to have it cleaned by a professional or
you'll need to use a deep cleaning machine.  There
are advantages and disadvantages to this method,
although a thorough cleaning is needed every six
months or so.

Tip 2
Keep your eye out for spills and take care of them
in a quick manner to keep your carpet clean.  Simply
using water on a spill will help most of them.  If
that doesn't work, simply expand your search.  You'll
find several products out there on the market that
can help you get rid of spills quick.

The products range in use and can be helpful when
matching them with the different types of spills. 
You can also use a mixture of water and vinegar to
help you keep stains out.  By taking immediate action
you can prevent spills from becoming stains that
leave you with a dirty and messy carpet.

Tip 3
A clean carpet is a carpet that has been taken care
of very well.  You should always take the time to
vacuum your carpet often and make sure you do a good
job.  This means going over the floor in several
directions to allow the vaccum time to pick up all
it can.  High quality vacuums are the best choice,
as they get up the most debris.

Tip 4
The proper use of entrance will greatly help to
clean off people's shoes and keep most of the
tracked soils off the surface of the carpet.  You
should always use entrance mats outside of your
doors and make sure that anyone who enters your
home use the mats to help get debris and dirt off
of their shoes before they enter.  You can also
take off your shoes and request that guests do the
same, prior to entering your home.

Around 80% of the soils that enter a building or
home are dry.  The remaining 20% are greases, oils,
and starches.  The dry soil types are easily
removed by vacuuming.  As long as they are removed
on a daily basis, it will help to minimize the
damage to the carpet.

Maintaining and keeping a clean carpet is more than
just healthy, as it can also help to prolong the
life of the carpet.  If you have just laid the
carpet, you are already aware of the expenses
involved with doing so.

Even if you haven't had this done, you probably
know the benefits of keeping a clean carpet.  A
clean carpet will add value to the home if it is
maintained well.  It will also help to keep the
home free from odors as well.  Also, it will help
to make a comfortable living area for your friends
and your family.