Fuzzing, shedding and pilling are three things that might happen to carpet that is not cared for properly. Carpet is a beautiful, affordable floor covering that has long been a popular choice for business owners and home owners alike. Recent advancements have made carpet last longer and look better, too. While carpet won’t last as […]
Stain Blocker and Fluorochemicals in Carpeting
Many clients today want flooring that resists dirt and grit and contains a stain blocker. Carpet is a popular floor covering for many clients. It doesnt’ matter whether they are homeowners or business owners. Flooring contractors and installers should know about the different kinds of carpets and their features. Then they can better help their […]
Advantages of Polyurethane Backing in Carpets
A carpet is only as good as the materials it is made of and the manufacturing process it goes through to create a beautiful and durable floor covering. One of the things that separate high quality carpet from a poor quality carpet is the backing. Some of the materials used for backing do a fine […]
What Exactly is Corn Rowing?
Carpet is a very popular choice for flooring, both in residential and commercial spaces. While a high quality carpet should last for many years, occasionally there are issues that cause owners to have problems with it. One of these problems is known in the flooring and carpeting industry as corn rowing. Corn rowing usually occurs […]
What is the Minimum FHA Tuft Bind for Cut Pile?
The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) imposes certain standards on properties throughout the country. One of these standards includes carpet tuft bind requirements. Homes that do not meet this requirement are not in compliance with FHA requirements and that could jeopardize approval. Cut pile carpeting requires manufacturers of carpeting of the pile yarn floor variety to […]
Making Different Sized Carpet Fibers
It’s a real advantage knowing how carpeting is made, because clients are always going to have a lot of questions about how carpet is made. When flooring contractors can answer their questions, they will be better able to steer them toward the floor coverings that will be best for their needs. Whether carpet is being […]
What Is A Tuft Bind in Carpeting?
What is a tuft bind in carpeting? When flooring experts understand carpet construction, they can assist their clients in figuring out what their needs are and what kind of carpet might work best for them. When it comes to carpeting, there are two types, weaving and tufting. Most of the carpets for sale today are […]
How To Check Tuft Bind in the Field
When a flooring inspector is in the field and looking at carpeting, one of the tests they might perform is measuring the tuft bind. Tuft bind is the force required to pull out a yarn from the backing of a piece of carpet. A higher tuft bind means that the carpet yarn is tightly adhered […]
Seam Sealers for Carpet
Carpet is beautiful, durable and can stand up to lots of traffic both in the home and at the office. One of the best indications of a professional and skilled carpet installation is that no seams are visible and that every inch of carpet looks as good as the next. Part of the knowledge that […]
What are the Different Carpet Adhesives?
Whether it’s for the home or for the office, no flooring material can provide the same look that carpet can. Today’s carpeting is durable, resilient and beautiful, giving clients plenty of choices when it comes to getting exactly what they want. Many carpets are put in place with carpet adhesive instead of carpet tacks, but […]
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