Nitrogen dioxide, or NO2, is a highly reactive gas. NO2 forms primarily as a result of burning fuel, such as emissions from cars and trucks. Factories, power plants, and other large-scale operations also put off NO2. As a serious air pollutant, NO2 harms the human body over time. So, what does nitrogen dioxide have to […]
What is the Difference Between BCF and Staple Yarns?
When it comes to carpet manufacturing, there are two different classifications for the fiber systems: staple yarns and BCF (bulked continuous filament). Each one provides certain advantages and disadvantages, so it’s a good idea for carpet inspectors to share that information with their clients. BCF BCF is a fiber system that is one long filament […]
Stain Resistant Technology for Carpets
Carpet is the ideal choice for both a residential setting or a place of business. Few things make the carpeting look better for longer than a good stain-resistant treatment. Stain-resistant carpet can withstand spills and stains like dirt, coffee, tomato sauce, and more. The way the fibers are treated helps them repel those spills and […]
What are Creels and Beams?
Manufacturing carpet has benefited greatly from modern technology, and anyone working with carpeting needs to know how the process works. There are also pieces of manufacturing equipment they need to know about and understand in order to gain the experience they need to really work with inspectors, clients, manufacturers, and more. Two of these are […]
Exactly How Can Certain Alkalis Affect Carpeting?
Alkalis can affect carpet significantly. Carpet becomes affected by different types of chemicals, both acidic and alkaline. Depending on a substance’s pH level, the fibers go through a reaction. This can change the color or even the texture. But what does it mean for a substance to be alkali, and how does that affect carpet? […]
Dyeing Carpet for Color Retention
Humans figured out the basics of dyeing carpet thousands of years ago. To get the range of colors and patterns of carpet that customers want today, there are many modern methods for the dyeing processes and procedures that deliver it. Dyeing, the process of coloring the carpet yarn, allows for many different color combinations that […]
What Secondary Backs Are Used On Carpets?
Unless someone is in the carpet business, they probably aren’t familiar with secondary backs in carpets. Most customers focus on the top of the carpet for the color and texture of the tufts of fiber. However, the back of the carpet is an equally important part of the overall carpet. The woven underside provides durability, […]
How Much Seam Sealer is Used on a Glue-Down Installation?
Carpet installers apply seam sealer to carpet edges before sealing them with tape. It prevents the backing and fibers from unraveling before installation. It prevents the yarn from pulling free from the primary backing. Seam tape is what holds the two pieces of carpet together. So how much seam sealer do they use on a […]
What is Multi-Purpose Adhesive Used For?
Multi-purpose adhesive has a reputation for durability and longevity, making it a very popular choice for glue-down carpeting. As one of several types of adhesives, the multi-purpose adhesive includes enough versatility for use beyond carpets. It secures certain types of carpet to the subfloor. People also refer to it as floor adhesive, carpet glue, carpet […]
What’s the Difference Between Type 6 and Type 6.6 Nylon?
Carpet fibers are made from a range of materials, but nylon is easily one of the most common. There are two types of nylon fibers in the carpet industry, type 6 and type 6.6. Installers and others in the industry should learn the difference between type 6 and type 6.6 nylon. Made from petroleum products, […]
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