http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for commercial carpet Copyright 2008 Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:32:30 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/commercial+carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-a-commercial-carpet-cleaning-service http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-a-commercial-carpet-cleaning-service#comments Sun, 04 Nov 2007 02:20:02 +0000 carpet cleaning servicecommercial carpetcarpet cleanerquality carpetbonded and insuredcriminal background checkcommercial carpeting http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-a-commercial-carpet-cleaning-service carpet cleaner for your office or commercial building? If so there are some things you need to know before you choose a carpet cleaning service. Read this article for some tips that should help you choose a quality carpet cleaning service for your business.

The first thing you need to look at is if the company has any references. If the cleaner has been in business for any length of time they will be able to give you a list of references. Hopefully these references are commercial customers. If you find that they are only giving you residential customers as references they may not have the experience working with business that you need. The second thing to look at is if the companies employees are bonded and insured. This is extremely important for a number of reasons. Bonding means that the employees have been put through a criminal background check and have come back clean. You do not want a bunch of criminals wandering around your business at night do you? Being insured means that you are covered in case of an accident. So if they were to inadvertently damage something you are covered. Make sure that they are insured and have their agent fax you proof that they are insured. The last thing you should look for is a good bid. Any company worth hiring should be able to produce a good bid on the job for you. You are not necessarily looking for the cheapest cleaner but one with a good plan. They should be able to tell you what needs to be done not just now but on a regular basis. Commercial carpeting should be put on a cleaning schedule and they should help you create a good one that makes the most of your cleaning budget.

As you can see there are many things to look at when hiring a commercial carpet cleaner. Do your research and take your time to get the best possible cleaning service. Remember, commercial carpet cleaning is not just about getting the cheapest price. Go to http://www.denvercarpetcleaning.net for information on commercial carpet cleaning in Denver. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bonnet-carpet-cleaning-method http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bonnet-carpet-cleaning-method#comments Thu, 28 Jun 2007 21:19:59 +0000 carpet rakecarpet cleaningcarpet cleanersteam carpetmost important thingbonnetsteam cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-bonnet-carpet-cleaning-method carpet cleaning to chose from. But how do you choose a method when you know little about them? Read this article for information on the bonnet method of carpet cleaning.

Bonnet carpet cleaning is one of the most popular methods of carpet cleaning. It is second only to steam cleaning. It has many benefits and a few disadvantages as well. I will start by telling you a little about the method. The first step in bonnet carpet cleaning is to thoroughly pre-vacuum the carpet. This is an important step in any carpet cleaning method but is especially important in bonnet cleaning. After the carpet has been thoroughly vacuumed the carpet cleaner will spray down a pre-spray onto the carpet, concentrating on the heavily soiled traffic areas. They will let the solution dwell and then they will extract the solution using a carpet cleaning bonnet. The bonnet will either be cotton or synthetic and might be used wet or dry. To spin the bonnet they will use an orbital floor machine similar to the floor sanders and polishers you might have seen in commercial settings. The machine provides gentle agitation and allows the bonnets to gently lift away soil. After making several passes over the carpet the carpet cleaner will use a carpet rake to groom the carpet. This will raise the pile for better drying and will erase any swirl marks left by the machine. The advantage of this method is that it leaves the carpet dry in very little time with little chance of spots wicking back to the surface. The disadvantage of this method is that it does not clean as deeply as steam cleaning. If you have heavy soiling or pet problems you are better off hiring a steam carpet cleaner.

Hopefully this article has given you some incite into the bonnet method of carpet cleaning. Whichever method of cleaning you decide on, be sure to choose a good cleaning operator as that is the most important thing. A good carpet cleaner can get your carpet sparkling no matter which method they use. Good luck with whichever method you decide on. Learn more about this at http://www.montgomerycarpetcleaning.info , a carpet care resource. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/dry-powder-carpet-cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/dry-powder-carpet-cleaning#comments Sun, 01 Jul 2007 02:15:01 +0000 carpet cleaningcarpet fibercarpet cleanerhave never heardsteam cleaningdry soilcarpets http://www.artwoo.com/article/dry-powder-carpet-cleaning carpets cleaned? Probably so if you are reading this article. So which method are you going to choose? You have several methods to choose from and this makes it a difficult decision if you know nothing about them. Read this article and find out about one of those methods, dry powder carpet cleaning.

Dry powder carpet cleaning is a method that has become fairly popular. Although you may have never heard of it, it is a method that has been around for many years. The method is similar to other methods except for the method of extraction. The first step in the cleaning process is the thorough vacuuming of the carpet. Dry soil represents up to eighty percent of the contaminants in your carpet and it is easiest removed by a pre-vacuuming so this is an important step. After the carpet is vacuumed a pre-spray is lightly misted onto the carpet. The carpet cleaner then spreads out a slightly moist or dry cleaning compound onto the carpeting. Next using a machine with counter rotating nylon brushes the cleaner agitates the compound into the carpet. They go multiple directions to hit all sides of the carpet fiber. The powder in this process acts like tiny sponges scrubbing and absorbing the soil in your carpet. After they finish agitating the compound it is vacuumed from the carpet. The result is a carpet that is clean and dry. It is ready for immediate use making it one of the fastest drying methods of carpet cleaning. The advantage of this method is of course that it dries very quickly. This is important in commercial settings or if you just have a busy home where you can not keep your kids or family off of the carpet for very long. The disadvantage to this method is that it is not as through as other methods such as steam cleaning. If you have severely soiled carpets or pet stains you might be better off going with a steam cleaning method.

I hope this article will help you decide on which method of carpet cleaning to choose. Be sure to research all of the available methods and choose the one that works best for you and your particular situation. Good luck with your decision. Go to http://www.morenovalleycarpetcleaning.info for information on carpet cleaning in Moreno Valley. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-having-your-carpet-stretched http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-having-your-carpet-stretched#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:24:59 +0000 carpet cleaning companycarpet lifecarpet installercarpet repaircarpet installationtack stripwrinkles http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-importance-of-having-your-carpet-stretched carpet installation. But why is it important for you to have your home's carpet stretched? Read this article and learn about why it is important to have it done.

There are many reasons to have your carpet re-stretched. One big one is for looks. A loose carpet has wrinkles and is not attractive. By stretching a carpet you can restore it to a condition that resembles what it was when it was new. The money spent on stretching is well worth it for the enjoyment you will get out of a better looking carpet. Why put up with a carpet that looks bad.

Another reason to have your carpet stretched is for safety. When a carpet gets real loose and develops large wrinkles it can become a hazard. These wrinkles are easy to stumble on, especially if you have children in the home. Also if it gets loose it can come off of the tack strip along its borders. I'm sure you can see how an exposed rusty tack strip can be a problem to your safety.

The last reason to have a carpet stretched is to prolong its life. A tight carpet has a spring to it and resists wear better than a loose one. A properly stretched carpet can easily last years longer than a loose one. This means that the cost of stretching is paid for by the extra carpet life.

So after reading this article, what is keeping you from having your carpet stretched. There are so many reasons to do it as soon as possible. Contact a carpet installer or local carpet cleaning company and schedule your stretching today. Learn more about carpet repair at http://www.fontanacarpetcleaning.info . Carpet cleaning information and advice. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/potential-problems-after-a-carpet-installation http://www.artwoo.com/article/potential-problems-after-a-carpet-installation#comments Thu, 12 Jul 2007 19:25:00 +0000 new carpetcarpet fiberspile carpetcarpet installedcarpet installationcarpet cleanercarpet cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/potential-problems-after-a-carpet-installation new carpet installed you are probably very excited. There is nothing quite like the feel of new carpet between your toes. There are however some things that you should be aware of after your carpet is installed. Read this article to learn about what to expect form your new carpet immediately after installation.

One thing that can happen with new carpet is shedding. With most carpets shedding is quite normal for a few months after you get it. There are loose fibers in the carpet that will work themselves loose. Just vacuum your carpet often to remove them. If you have purchased a staple fiber carpet however your carpet will always shed to some degree. This is because the fibers are gathered into loose tufts to provide a plusher feeling carpet. Another thing to expect form new carpet is odor. That new carpet smell is cause by the latex backing of the carpet and the new padding. It should go away as the latex fully cures over the next few month. Sprouting is yet another problem that can happen. This is when a carpet tuft sticks up above the others. To fix this simply cut the fiber at the surface of the carpet. Do not pull it out. One final problem I will talk about is pile reversal. Pile reversal occurs when the carpet fibers change directions. It can make a section look darker than others. This is a characteristic of pile carpet and is not a defect so unfortunately it is something you will have to live with.

I hope this article has been informative to you. Use it to prepare yourself for the possibilities of things that can occur after carpet installation. Good luck and enjoy your new carpet. Remember to also get yourself on a cleaning schedule to protect your carpeting. Contact your local carpet cleaner soon. Go to http://www.thecarpetcleanerlist.com/newyorkcity.htm and learn about carpet cleaning and care. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-much-should-you-spend-on-carpet-cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-much-should-you-spend-on-carpet-cleaning#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2007 23:19:59 +0000 carpet cleaninghousehold expensesbest possible servicemailguidancecouponsfurniture http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-much-should-you-spend-on-carpet-cleaning household expenses and carpet cleaning is surely no different. So you might be asking yourself, how much should I spend on carpet cleaning? You want the best price but you also want the best possible service. Keep reading and learn a little about what you should expect to pay.

You have probably seen the coupons in the mail for carpet cleaning starting at $9 per room. You may have then asked yourself, is that a good price for carpet cleaning? Not being in the carpet cleaning business you may not know what to expect to pay for a carpet cleaning. The price you pay for a good carpet cleaning depends greatly on the level of service that you expect and the area of the country that you live on . Because of that, it is impossible to tell you exactly how much you should pay for a carpet cleaning. It is possible to tell you though that you can not get a good carpet cleaning for $9 per room. The average price for a five room carpet cleaning job starts at about $100 and goes up to about $300. The price difference comes from the level of service you are getting. For $100 the carpet will probably not be vacuumed and no furniture will be moved. For $300 you should expect full service with vacuuming, furniture moving, spotting, baseboard cleaning and more. If you want something in the middle expect to pay some price in the middle.

As you can see, there is no clear answer as to how much to pay. It depends on a number of different factors. Hopefully this article has given you a little guidance to help you choose a good carpet cleaner at a fair price. Be sure to do your research, don't fall for that super low price scam and shop around and you can get a good carpet cleaning price. Go to http://www.fortlauderdalecarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/top-five-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/top-five-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet#comments Mon, 19 Nov 2007 07:05:02 +0000 carpet cleaningcarpet cleanercarpet smellsabradecarpetsflooringallergies http://www.artwoo.com/article/top-five-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet carpet cleaning is important for your carpet and your homes health. What is shocking however is the number of carpets in this country that never get cleaned. If you need some convincing to clean your carpet, read this article and learn the top five reasons to clean your carpet.

Reason #1. Your carpet is ugly. Do not put up with the spots and dark traffic paths. For the reasonable price of a carpet cleaning your home can look dramatically better. Do not underestimate the impact of clean flooring on your homes appearance. Clean it soon before those spots become permanent. Do you think that your carpet is beyond rescuing? Think again, it might still be restorable.

Reason #2. Your carpet smells. Does the odor of your carpet hit you as soon as you enter your home? Is a smelly carpet keeping you from enjoying your house or inviting people in to your home? Call a carpet cleaner to remedy this situation. They have cleaning skills and deodorizers to deal with even the smelliest of carpets. Call a cleaning company and get your home back again.

Reason #3. It will last longer. A clean carpet will last much longer than a dirty one. Soil is abrasive and the longer it is on your carpet the more it will abrade your fibers. Get rid of it as soon as possible and save your carpet.

Reason #4. You have allergies. Your carpet is a giant air filter and traps contaminants from the air. You must clean this filter on a regular basis to keep it working well. So clean your carpets often and enjoy relief from allergies.

Reason #5. You want softer carpet. Remember how that carpet felt on your bare feet when it was new? Clean your carpet and get that feeling again. Add some enjoyment back to your flooring.

You can probably see that there are a number of reasons to clean your carpet. So what are you waiting for? Call your local carpet cleaner today. Go to http://www.madisoncarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-i-need-carpet-protector-applied http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-i-need-carpet-protector-applied#comments Fri, 15 Jun 2007 23:19:50 +0000 olefin carpetnylon carpetcarpet protectorcarpet cleaningcarpet protectorscarpet cleanerscarpet cleaner http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-i-need-carpet-protector-applied carpet cleaning you have surely been asked whether or not you would like to have carpet cleaning protector applied. You have probably also wondered if it is really worth it or if it mainly benefits the carpet cleaners pocketbook. Read this article and learn about why you should or should not have protector applied.

Whether or not to have carpet cleaner applied to your carpet is and important decision. There are many reasons to use it and many reasons not to. I will start with the reasons to have it applied. Carpet protector acts like wax on your car. It forms a barrier between dirt and your carpet. This means that many spills will simply dry on the surface instead of sinking into the fibers. They can then be easily cleaned up or even vacuumed off when they completely dry. If you have expensive carpet you should definitely have protector applied. You have invested a lot of money in your carpet and need to protect it. You will also want to use protector if you have a Nylon carpet and have kids running around with food and drink. Nylon carpet, which is very common, is susceptible to acid dyes commonly found in food and protectors will have acid dye blockers.

In addition to these reasons to use protector there are also reasons to not have it applied. For starters if you have purchased an inexpensive carpet it might not be worth the cost as the carpet will probably wear out quickly. Another reason not to have carpet protector applied is if you have an Olefin carpet. Olefin does not stain easily and will not see much benefit from protectors. In fact the protector will probably not even adhere well to the fiber of Olefin. Lastly if you plan on cleaning your carpet often you might be better off putting the money towards your future cleaning costs.

There are many reasons to choose protector and many reasons not to. Hopefully this article has given you some guidance and will help you make your decision. Good luck. Learn more about carpet protectors at http://www.denvercarpetcleaning.net where you can find local Denver carpet cleaners. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-carpet-cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-carpet-cleaning#comments Fri, 27 Oct 2006 22:27:03 +0000 carpet cleaning methodscarpet cleaning machinedirty carpetdust mitessteam cleaningcarpetsdetergent solution http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-carpet-cleaning carpets accumulate a lot of dust and dirt over a period of time. A dirty carpet may accumulate microscopic organisms like dust mites, fungus, bacteria etc which is unhygienic and bad for the user. Further a dirty carpet not only spoils the aesthetics but may also emit bad odor spoiling the "feel" of the room. Hence frequent cleaning of carpets is a necessity. The frequency may vary from once in six months to once in two months depending upon the usage of the carpet and other factors such as presence of kids or pets in the house and whether anybody is suffering from allergies in the house.

Choosing the right carpet cleaning method is important because if you choose a wrong method your carpets life may be reduced. Choose a method which is compatible with the fiber and underlay of the carpet. Most carpets can be cleaned using a hot water extraction method. However if your carpet bleeds dyes then you should opt for dry cleaning. The correct method can be determined by doing a simple fiber burn or chemical test.

There are various types of carpet cleaning methods as explained below. All the carpet cleaning methods employ vacuuming in the beginning to remove dust.

Steam cleaning This method is very popular at homes and with people having allergies as it is very effective. Steam cleaning machines are available at a reasonable price for residential use. In this method hot water mixed with detergent solution is worked into the carpet and then extracted. Some machines use super heated steam, but most machines use hot water.

Dry cleaning If you do not want to wait for the carpet to dry, then you can opt for a dry cleaning method. In this a powder which has affinity to dirt is spread over the carpet and is worked into the carpet. The powder sticks to the dirt in the carpet. The carpet is then vacuumed to remove the powder and the dirt.

Shampooing Detergents are applied to the carpet and a carpet cleaning machine agitates the carpet. The detergent is then extracted by vacuuming from the carpet. Deodorizers and brighteners are employed to deodorize and brighten your carpet. This is the least effective of the methods as it still leaves dirt and microbes in the carpet.

Foaming This method is a hybrid of dry cleaning and shampooing. The idea is to use as little water as possible so that the carpet can dry quickly. A foam detergent is used that has affinity towards dirt. This foam is worked into the fibers of the carpet and then extracted along with the dirt.

Bonnet carpet cleaning This is mostly used in commercial and industrial carpet cleaning. The purpose of this method is to restore the look of the carpet and does not provide a deep cleaning. In this method a detergent is applied to the carpet and a rotary carpet cleaning machine with absorbent pads is used to extract the dirt from the carpet. Louise always writes about valuable news and reviews. A related resource is http://the-carpet-cleaning.info/ Further information can be found at http://more-on-home.info

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Sometimes the only way to fix a spot in a carpet is to cut it out and replace it. This is true with things like cigarette burns which can burn all the way down to the backing. If you would like to repair this yourself you will need a few things. First you will need a carpet repair tool which is available at most carpet supply stores. It only costs a few dollars and it is a round cutting tool that will allow you to make a precise cut in the carpet. You will also need some adhesive disks and carpet clue. To begin you will find a donor carpet, usually a hidden section of the carpet or an extra piece of carpet you have handy. Now take your cutting tool and cut out the damaged section. Be careful to not cut through the carpet fibers themselves. Next cut a replacement section from the donor carpet also being careeful not to cut the carpet fibers. Next you will peel off the cover on the adhesive disk and place it in the empty hole. Now put some glue around the edge of the hole and insert your patch trying to match the grain of the carpet. (Carpet has a distinct grain). Press the patch firmly into place and put a weight on top of the area. Let it dry at least twenty four hours before putting the carpet to use.

That is all there is to it. Remember that the patch will not be perfect. If you want a perfect job or have a large damaged section you should contact a local carpet cleaner for the repair. Good luck. Learn more about this at nassaucounty.htm" >http://www.thecarpetcleanerlist.com/nassaucounty.htm . A carpet cleaning website. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/carpet-cleaning-negative-myths-revealed http://www.artwoo.com/article/carpet-cleaning-negative-myths-revealed#comments Wed, 20 Jun 2007 07:29:55 +0000 carpet cleaning methodscarpet cleanersquality carpetcarpet cleanermythjute backingnegative myths http://www.artwoo.com/article/carpet-cleaning-negative-myths-revealed myths of carpet cleaning. Keep reading and find out more about why you do not need to fear the carpet cleaner.

The number one myth about carpet cleaning is that it causes carpet to get dirty quicker. This myth comes from people who have had their carpet cleaned by a sloppy professional or have done it themselves. When carpet is cleaned improperly it is left with a high amount of soapy residue. This residue will attract soil quickly and lead to rapid soiling. If carpet is cleaned correctly it will not be left with a residue. Professional cleaners are able to completely remove all traces of detergents and shampoos after the cleaning.

The next myth about carpet cleaning is that it can cause the carpet to shrink or stretch out. This myth comes from the fact that carpets used to have Jute backing. This backing would stretch and shrink if over wetted by sloppy carpet cleaners or do it yourself cleaning. Jute backing is no longer used. Carpet today has a latex backing which is not affected by moisture the same way that Jute was.

The last myth I will discuss is the myth that carpet cleaning causes mold. I can understand how this could be scary but to grow mold your carpet would have to stay wet for a long period of time, days or even weeks. Carpet cleaners today can get carpets dry in as little as one hour and the norm is no longer than six hours. This myth comes from once again bad carpet cleaners and faulty home cleaning methods.

As you can see most of the negative myths in carpet cleaning come from bad carpet cleaning methods. Modern and quality carpet cleaners do not have these problems so you have nothing to worry about. just do some research and choose a quality carpet cleaner for your next carpet cleaning. Visit http://www.fortcollinscarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-you-clean-or-replace-your-carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-you-clean-or-replace-your-carpet#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2007 04:25:01 +0000 carpet cleaningcarpet replacementcarpet cleanerscarpet cleanernew carpetinconvenienceminimal disturbance http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-you-clean-or-replace-your-carpet
If you are considering replacing your carpet because it is heavily soiled you might want to consider a few things. First off you should consider the fact that carpet is extremely expensive to replace. It would cost thousands of dollars to re-carpet the average sized home. If you have a larger home you might even double or triple that estimate. Because of the high cost you should at least try to clean your carpet. Most carpet cleaners have a fair minimum and can come out and test clean a few rooms to see how they clean up. You might be surprised by the results.

Another reason to consider cleaning over replacement is if you expect to get more wear and tear on the carpet soon. For example, if you have kids that are about to leave the house or get out of the messy stage you might want to have it cleaned and wait on the new carpet. If you want to get a puppy you might also want to wait until it is fully trained.

One last reason to go with a good carpet cleaning over replacement is to avoid the inconvenience. Your carpet cleaner can clean your home in a few hours with minimal disturbance. To replace the carpet you will basically have to tear your house apart moving all of your furniture and belongings around. It can be quite a nightmare.

I hope this article has helped you decide between carpet cleaning and carpet replacement. It is an important decision to make so take your time. Good luck. Visit http://www.omahacarpetcleaning.info for information on carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/diversifying-your-carpet-cleaning-business http://www.artwoo.com/article/diversifying-your-carpet-cleaning-business#comments Mon, 03 Dec 2007 21:29:59 +0000 carpet cleaningresidential carpetcommercial carpetsmoke damage restorationair duct cleaningtile and grout cleaningupholstery http://www.artwoo.com/article/diversifying-your-carpet-cleaning-business carpet cleaning business you know that it is a business with ups and downs. It is definitely a seasonable business. It is on average 6 months of boom, 3 months of average and 3 months of slow times. It does not have to be this way however. Read this article for some tips on diversifying your business.

The first way that you can diversify your business for more stability is to add commercial business. Commercial carpet cleaning unlike residential carpet cleaning is not seasonal. They have to get their carpets and upholstery cleaned year round and they often set up regular cleanings. This makes it business that you an depend on. Once you get a commercial customer they are more than likely yours for years if you treat them right. Another way to diversify is to add on other services that residential home owners need. I am sure you already do upholstery cleaning but there is much more to clean in the average home. You can add wood floor cleaning, tile and grout cleaning, drapery cleaning, air duct cleaning, window cleaning, maid service, make ready cleaning and the list goes on and on. Usually all you need to do to add these services is purchase a little equipment and take a few training classes. Talk to your local carpet cleaning supplier and see what courses they have coming up. If they do not have one, consider traveling to a nearby city that does. The expense of the trip is well worth it and you can of course write it off. Lastly you might consider doing water or smoke damage restoration. Many cleaners do this but keep in mind that there are a few pitfalls to entering this area of work. There is a large amount of equipment you need to buy so you need to be committed. You also need to have good insurance and you will need to take many classes to learn how to dry structures and clean up fire damage. Being on call twenty four hours a day can also drive some people nuts so be aware that the money is good but the work can be hard.

As you can see there are many ways for you to diversify your business. You do not have to put up with the slow times if your business performs a variety of different services. Just be sure to research your decision before you jump into anything. Good luck. Learn more about this at http://www.jacksoncarpetcleaning.info , a carpet cleaners website. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-often-should-i-clean-my-carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-often-should-i-clean-my-carpet#comments Sun, 25 Nov 2007 20:20:00 +0000 carpet cleaningcarpet carebest case scenariopetsnine monthssmokersenvironmental contaminants http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-often-should-i-clean-my-carpet carpet cleaning is necessary to maintain the life of your carpet and to have a healthy home. But how often should you have your carpet cleaned? This depends on a number of different factors. Read this article for some tips that will help you decide how often to clean your carpet.

I will start with the best case scenario. The longest anyone wants to go between carpet cleanings is one year. Even if a carpet gets no traffic it is subject to dust and other environmental contaminants. You should clean your homes carpet every year if you have only one or two people in your home with no pets and are a non smoker. If you meet these conditions, clean your carpet once a year.

The next interval is once every nine months. Clean your carpet every nine months if you have children or pets or if you have a household of one or two whom are smokers. If you meet these requirements, clean your carpet once every nine months.

Clean your carpet every six months if you have kids and pets or kids and smokers in the family. The combinations of these factors makes twice yearly carpet cleaning necessary so if you meet these conditions clean it every six months.

Finally there is the three month interval. This is for homes that have pets, kids and smokers. If this is the case three months is the maximum you should go between cleanings as these factors are rough on a carpet and a home.

Use the previous internals as guidelines only. Every home is different. You for example might be able to go longer between cleanings if you have a lot of hard surfaces in the home. You also might have to clean the carpet more often if you live in a very humid or dusty environment. This should give you enough information to make a general decision about when to clean your carpets. Visit http://www.lafayettecarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet care and maintenance. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/list-of-top-commercial-carpet-stores-in-the-us http://www.artwoo.com/article/list-of-top-commercial-carpet-stores-in-the-us#comments Thu, 25 Sep 2008 20:29:28 +0000 carpet storessynthetic yarnsresidential flooringcarpet stylescommercial carpetcarpet productsretail carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/list-of-top-commercial-carpet-stores-in-the-us carpet styles that are available for your lifestyle. A commercial carpet can be made from grass or a textile floor covering or even loom-woven. The earliest people covered their floor using animal skins, woven reed mats, and grass. The solid carpets were easy to carry and placed over the sand floor of the tent dwelling. Carpets consist of decorated pile yarns, synthetic yarns, and synthetic polymers. All yarns that have been used in making carpet are washed, steamed, and let to dry.

The completed carpet is brushed, vacuumed, steamed, before it is run though a machine that cuts off any bunch that rise above its uniform surface. The totally finished carpet will be rolled into 130-foot length then packed in a well-built plastic. Then, it is shipped either to retail carpet stores or to the carpet manufacturers.

Advantages of installing commercial carpet

- Carpeting is much frailer than other firm surface flooring.
- Carpeting is great under the feet, adds extra warmth and softness on the knees.
- Carpeting may be put virtually anywhere in the house.
- Carpeting is less expensive and much smaller to install than hard surface products.

Types of Commercial Carpet Stores or Shops

• Tucson Commercial Carpet -- This attractive commercial carpet store serves the commercial and residential flooring needs of entire South Arizona. They have a helpful and friendly sales staff that serves your flooring needs. They offer free delivery, window treatment, and free installation of carpet. It is located at #2424 E, Grant Road Tucson, Arizona. For more information about their product, call them at this number 520-795-4222 or fax at 520-795-4952.

• Simon Commercial Carpet -- They provide quality carpet products, services and advice about how to take care of the carpet. The Simon commercial carpet is a part of the National Flooring Group in the United States. They also have a service in assessing the customer in choosing floor coverings and installing floor preparation like leveling, ramping, patching, and moister barriers and grinding. It is also supplying and installing carpet tiles, vinyl sheeting, broad loom carpets, floating floors and sports floorings. The Simon commercial carpet is situated at #605 Kingsford Smith Drive Eagle Farm Melbourne, Australia. Call them at 07-3268-7555or fax at 07-3268-7666.

• Modular Designs Commercial Carpet -- This beautiful store provides total flooring solutions in your house. It offers carpet installation, carpet replacement, entryway mats, maintenance for furniture and flooring. Their product is more about flooring such as tiles, commercial and residential carpet. They have a program to teach their customer in creating carpets from recycled carpet. It is located at #1070 Tunnel Road Ashville, North Carolina.

• Eastside and Seattle Commercial Carpet and Flooring Cleaning -- This shop serves most of the Seattle office buildings, business buildings, schools, motels and hotels. Their sales staff helps the customer in buying the best carpet that fits in their house. It offers cleaning materials for floors, high quality carpets, and maintenance for carpets. It is located at #245 Boulevard Street, Seattle. For home service, call them at (425) 786-2002 for floor cleaning service.

• Michael's Commercial Carpet Store -- This is your one-stop discount store in carpet as well as a wholesale flooring headquarters. The Michael's commercial carpet store offers the right flooring solutions for your carpet, hardwood vinyl and other flooring materials. It also offers tiles such as natural wood tile, butterscotch tile and gunstock tile at a discounted price. The store is open from Monday to Saturday from 8:30 am to 5:30 am. For more information, call them at 1-800-331-3989. It is located at Dalton, Georgia.

• Bigelow Commercial Carpet Shop -- This unique shop offers the best carpet around at a very low price. It offers high quality products such as broad loom carpet collections and modular carpet collection. The Bigelow commercial carpet store has a home service for broken tiles, window vinyl, and carpets. This commercial carpet store is the only store that has a traditional look for carpets and tiles. It is located at the heart of the United States. For more information regarding their product call them at 1-423-78554.For more information on Commercial Carpets please visit our website.]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/other-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet http://www.artwoo.com/article/other-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet#comments Mon, 17 Dec 2007 22:15:01 +0000 dust mitescarpet carecarpet cleaningskin cellsshedding skincleaning companydead skin http://www.artwoo.com/article/other-reasons-to-clean-your-carpet
One reason to clean your carpet is to remove dust mites from your carpet. This is especially important if you have allergies as the waste excreted by these dust mites is very irritable to the sinuses. The reduction of dust mites in carpet following carpet cleaning is due much in part to the removal of dead skin and dander from the carpet. This is the mites food and reducing it will reduce the number of dust mites. Complete removal is impossible though since we are constantly shedding skin cells.

Another reason to have your carpet cleaned is to freshen up your home. Your carpet acts like a giant air filter trapping contaminants. This filter needs to be cleaned on a regular basis. Even if it doesn't appear dirty, cleaning it will improve the odor of your home and make your house smell fresher.

The last reason to clean your carpet is to remove hidden soil. Your carpet can hold its weight in soil and this is often not apparent because it is designed to hide soil. This hidden soil will eventually damage your carpet by wearing down the fibers. So to protect your carpet you should clean it on a regular basis even if it does not appear to be soiled.

So you see, there are a number of other reasons to clean a carpet besides looks. If it has been a while since you have had your carpets cleaned, consider calling a local cleaning company today. Visit http://www.fayettevillecarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet care and cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/problems-caused-by-bad-carpet-cleaning http://www.artwoo.com/article/problems-caused-by-bad-carpet-cleaning#comments Mon, 02 Jul 2007 06:24:59 +0000 carpet cleaningwet carpetcarpet cleanerfurniture padszero residuemetal legsfoam blocks http://www.artwoo.com/article/problems-caused-by-bad-carpet-cleaning carpet cleaning.

The biggest thing that can happen if a carpet is improperly cleaned is that it can be over wetted. After a proper carpet cleaning your carpet should be dry within about four to eight hours. Long dry times are no longer acceptable. Common causes of excessively wet carpet included faulty equipment, poor cleaning techniques and using too much water pressure. Carpet that is over wet can face a number of potential problems. One of those problems is mildew growth which is bad for obvious reasons. Another problem is carpet shrinkage or stretching but this mainly affects older cellulose backed carpets. If you think that your carpet has been over wet you need to call the company who cleaned it immediately and have them return and extract and dry the carpet.

Another problem of poorly cleaned carpet is furniture stains. A proper cleaning will include the placement of furniture pads or foam blocks under the legs of the furniture. If these are not used the furniture's varnish can easily transfer to the carpet. This is often a permanent stain. Another danger is that metal legs from furniture can rust onto the carpet or fabric furniture can bleed dye to the carpet. If you notice that your carpet cleaner is not placing blocks or pads under the furniture they move, make sure that they start.

One final problem of improperly cleaned carpet is a residue build up. This is often caused by a carpet that is cleaned with improper chemicals. The signs of this will often not appear for a month or so after the cleaning. If you suspect you have a residue problem you will need to have it re-cleaned. Find someone who uses a zero residue cleaner or who knows how to fix this kind of problem.

Improper carpet cleaning can cause a number of problems as you can see. This just scratches the surface of what can occur. To be sure that you are not the victim of bad carpet cleaning be sure to screen your carpet cleaner carefully. Good luck and do your research. Visit http://www.modestocarpetcleaning.info for more information on carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-host-dry-carpet-cleaning-process http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-host-dry-carpet-cleaning-process#comments Wed, 18 Jul 2007 03:35:01 +0000 dry carpet cleaningcarpet fiberscarpet fibercarpet cleanerspongesdry soilcorn cobs http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-host-dry-carpet-cleaning-process Dry Carpet Cleaning process. But what exactly is this process and how does it work? Read this article for some information on this process and the pros and cons of it.

Overall the Host process is a great carpet cleaning process. The first step in this process and any other carpet cleaning process is to thoroughly vacuum your carpet. This is to remove the dry soil which makes up the majority of the soil in your homes carpet. The next step is to mist the carpet with the preconditioning spray called Prep. Then the next step is to sprinkle the carpet with a semi moist cleaning compound which looks like saw dust. The compound is actually made up of corn cobs which makes it environmentally sound. The cleaning compound called Sponges are now agitated with the use of a cleaning machine with counter rotating nylon brushes. It is cleaned first in a north to south direction and then in a east to west direction. This assures that all sides of the carpet fiber are reached. The Sponges gently scrub the carpet fibers absorbing soil. After the Sponges are agitated they are allowed to dry and then vacuumed out of the carpet leaving it clean and dry, ready for immediate use. The benefit of this system is that it allows for the almost immediate use of the carpet and leaves minimal residue. The only real negative is that the carpet will have some of the sponges in it. It is nearly impossible to remove them all. They might have some benefit to retard soiling however.

As you can see, the Host Dry Carpet Cleaning process is a very interesting one. It is also very effective. To find a local carpet cleaner near you using the Host method simply do a search for it online. There is normally one in every city. Good luck. Go to http://www.thecarpetcleanerlist.com/reno.htm for information on carpet and upholstery cleaning in Reno. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-do-after-your-carpet-cleaner-comes http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-do-after-your-carpet-cleaner-comes#comments Sat, 01 Dec 2007 22:14:59 +0000 carpet cleanerwet carpetcarpet cleaningcarpetsair conditionercleaning chemicalsthing that you need http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-you-need-to-do-after-your-carpet-cleaner-comes carpet cleaner clean your carpet you probably think that you are done, right? Wrong. Read this article for some information on things that you should do after your carpet cleaner has finished cleaning your homes carpets.

The very first thing that you need to do is get the carpets to dry as quickly as possible. A carpet that dries quickly is much less likely to have problems with spots wicking back not to mention the fact that you want to get it to back in use as soon as possible. To do this you should turn on all the ceiling fans in your home as soon as you can. Then if you have any portable fans you should put them to use and have them on and blowing on the carpet. Your goal is to keep as much air moving as possible. Now that you have the air moving you need to get the moisture out of the air. If it is a nice sunny and dry day you can open all of the windows to allow fresh and dry air into your home. If it is too hot you should turn your air conditioner on at a modest level such as 75 degrees. You do not want it too cold or too hot in your home. Just somewhere in between. If it is the winter just turn your heat on and the fan to run to keep air circulating. The air is always drier in the winter so it will dry quickly. The next thing you want to do after your carpet cleaner arrives is stay off of the carpet as much as possible. If you have pets, lock them in a non carpeted room or put them outside. If you have kids, now might be a good time to take them out for lunch or to go to the park. It is easier to transfer dirt to a wet carpet so stay off of it as much as possible. The last thing you want to do is vacuum the carpet once it is dry. Cleaning will pull things up from the backing of the carpet and the edges of the carpet. Vacuuming will remove any of this material and any carpet cleaning chemicals that have dried to a powder. Make sure that the carpet is completely dry before vacuuming it. This is also a good time to go around and remove any furniture pads which might have been left under your furniture legs by your carpet cleaner.

That is it. You are now ready to enjoy your fresh and clean carpet. Doing these simple things will help you get the most out of it. Go to http://www.irvinecarpetcleaning.info for more information on local carpet cleaning. ]]> http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-those-stains-out-of-those-carpets http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-those-stains-out-of-those-carpets#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2007 00:27:06 +0000 carpet steam cleanerscarpet cleaning equipmentcarpet cleaning machinecarpet stainscarpet installedcommercial carpetdaily basis http://www.artwoo.com/article/get-those-stains-out-of-those-carpets carpet installed only to find a glaring stain in just a month's time despite your best attempts to avoid that scenario.

Carpet stains are unsightly and degrade the overall quality of any carpet. These stains seem to appear out of thin air, of course when you ask who made the stain no will admit to it. Some of the most common, and yet intimidating, carpet stains include soda, coffee, blood, dirt, food and ink. You don't want to see your investment get ruined by dirt, soil and stains that can wear your carpet down and make it look much older than it really is. Many stains can be prevented if you act quickly. If you own or rent every home needs a broom or a vacuum keep the carpets clean on a daily basis, but those hard to get out stains you will see people renting or purchasing steam carpet cleaners.

Carpet steam cleaners use a variety of different carpet cleaning equipment. There are many different ways to clean the carpet, using steam, hot water, shampooing usually are the best choice for the Teflon fiber or the main made type of fibers.

When you are looking for a carpet cleaning machine, commercial carpet cleaning equipment, carpet steam cleaning or whatever you of course you want to make sure the equipment does the best job possible for the customer. Most home carpet cleaners use one of two methods: they either use hot water from the tap, along with soap, to clean fibers, or they use steam generated by the machine itself.

One of the newest cleaning solutions on the market is dry powder carpet cleaning method. That is like pre soaking your clothes in laundry detergent and then taking them out to dry with out rinsing. Dry cleaning only soaks and agitates, leaving the chemicals and dirt.

When cleaning wool carpets make sure the solution you choose does not have ammonia. Knowing which type of carpet you have and its cleaning properties will allow you to make a better decision on the right carpet cleaning solution for you. If you are not careful when cleaning the stain you could discolor the carpet when you using cleaners, make sure you test it before cleaning the stain. When cleaning carpets make sure you do not use to much water, the reason for this is because it could diminish the effects for the glue holding the carpet together.

Always try to choose a product with the least amount of chemicals and in the mildest you can find that will work. The choices today for carpet cleaning solutions is vast, read the labels to make sure the solution fits the job you need it for.

There are many products are the market to clean your carpets, shampoos are very popular because they are normally safe to use and it does a good enough job. Check the products label before purchasing to make sure it is what you need to clean the carpet. David Marc Fishman is the owner the http://www.tipsquad.com site. Prices drop as people shop at http://www.priceriot.com ]]>