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Steam Carpet Cleaning

24 May

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. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Antique Carpet

17 Jan

Antique type carpets help to add a touch of grandeur and glamour to your home or office, speaking greatly about your rich and extravagant tastes.  Antique carpets are beautiful home furnishings and solid art investments.  They aren’t just decorative items, but pieces of tradition, ethnicity, and true class that date back thousands of years.

Antique carpets represent enormous range in motifs color harmonies and you’ll simply lose yourself seeing the diverse combinations of rich antique colors and heavy intricate weaving.

Antique carpets and rugs are imported mostly from China, Persia, India, Afghanistan, Caucasus, and Turkey. Some of the famous weaving areas of such antique carpets include Kashan, Agra, and many other locations. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Benefits of Carpet

05 Jan

In the past and even today, carpet is very popular with home owners all across the U.S.  Carpet is the most practical, fashionable, and versatile choice of flooring out there, as it also accounts for more than half of all flooring purchases that are made each and every year.  The fact is, carpet has outsold every other type of flooring for more than 60 years.

Carpet offers you several advantages that other flooring options can’t compete with.  Below, you will find many of the features that carpet will add to your home. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Carpet Cleaning Tips

23 Dec

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. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Carpet Spot Removal

19 Dec

Anyone who has experience with carpet knows the types of accidents that can happen.  Carpet is very common with most houses these days, making the risk for accidents and spills higher than ever.  No matter what the spill may be, mud, blood, or milk – there are ways to clean everything.

At your local department store or grocery store, there are several products that you can pick up that will work great.  The only problem with these products is the fact that they are normally very vague with how you should use them. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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Carpet Tiles

02 Dec

Anytime it involves your floors, you shouldn’t limit yourself to just carpet, but try the newer carpet tiles instead.  Carpet tiles are available in an array of designs and a great choice of materials as well.  Bordered, geometric, contemporary, or bamboo – will give your floors a complete makeover and a great look as well.

When you go out to buy carpet tiles, you’ll need to think about where you plan to install them.  The tiles will vary in density as well as thickness. Carpet tiles with more thickness have a cushion so that it’s soft on the surface, making them ideal for homes.  They will also provide a degree of thermal insulation as well.  The thinner types of tiles are best for offices, gyms, and other high traffic areas.  All carpet tiles are easy to maintain and will last you for a long time. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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How Carpet Is Made

25 Nov

The carpet that is made today is a mix of old world craftsmanship and a touch of 21st century innovation. By combining the two, carpet is able to become the household feature that we all know and love – and get tired of cleaning.

Carpet can be manufactured in one of two ways: by weaving or tufting.  Carpets that are woven are primarily wool and are very durable, and very expensive as well.  The woven carpet types can be hand produced, as it has been for centuries, or by machine.  No matter what method is chosen, the same procedures are followed. Read the rest of this entry »

 
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