Carpet Cleaning And Maintenance Tips

I found a good website for Troubleshooting Common Carpet Issues listed on the Carpet and Rug Institute website.  Let me know if its helpful.  Ted. 

How Often Should I Clean My Carpets?

This is a commonly asked question.  I found a website from the IICRC that gives a good description.  A simple chart for carpet maintenance is listed below.  For this chart, and answers to other carpet care questions follow this IICRC FAQ Sheet Link.

Selecting The Right Carpet or Rug For Your Home

Five questions you should ask yourself before buying a carpet.

I found a good website with the Carpet and Rug Institute that describes various carpet types and what the materials are that comprise them.

Tools for judging a carpet's performance.

Selecting the right cushion for your carpet.

Calculating the insulation value of carpet.

Environmentally sensitive carpets.

Answers To Questions About Carpet Care, Pet Stains, & Indoor Environmental Quality

The Institution of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certifications  is an invaluable resource for information on a number of areas relating to carpet care and restoration.  Their FAQ page has some good information.

Get the Facts on Carpet and Asthma and Allergies

Many people have told me that they have removed carpet from their home in order to deal with allergy and asthma problems by members of their family.  In actuality the facts are the opposite regarding a carpet's ability to help in maintaining a healthy environment in the home.  I rarely say anything because I am a carpet cleaner and don't want to appear like I am just upset because it is taking away from my income.  For a good website dealing with scientific studies on this subject, click here.