February 3, 2010

Hand Knotted Carpets: What Exactly Are They?

Category: Hand Knotted Carpets — admin @ 6:33 pm

Hand knotted carpets are a special type of carpet that are known for their artistic design and look. Generally they come from a specific region, and take a lot of work to create. A good example of hand knotted rugs will be those which may come from places like India and other parts of the Middle East. In this article I’m going to go a little bit more into what hand knotted carpets are to give you a better idea.

What type of material are hand knotted carpets comprised of?

January 30, 2010

Clean Carpets: What Can You Do To Make Sure Your Carpet Is Clean?

Category: Clean Carpets — admin @ 6:32 pm

If you want to have clean carpets there are several things you can do to ensure the carpet is clean. But many times people are confused as to whether or not they should do the job themselves or whether or not they should use a professional. Some people may decide to skip on the whole process and simply by a new carpet was there all carpet becomes too visible unappealing.

January 28, 2010

What Are Some Different Types Of Carpets And Rugs I Need To Know About?

Category: Carpets And Rugs — admin @ 6:31 pm

When it comes to carpets and rugs there are many different types of carpets and rugs you need to know about. Sometimes the vast quantity of different styles available can seem overwhelming to some people. But in this article I’m going to narrow it down to the basic 12 types of carpets and rugs there are. Any of these carpets can be used for your home or just about any surface you can think of.

First you have the woven carpet

January 24, 2010

Wool Carpets: What Makes Them So Good To Use As Carpet?

Category: Wool Carpets — admin @ 6:31 pm

Wool carpets are a good type of carpet for anyone to use in their home. Many people wonder what makes them so effective when it comes to using them as carpet. Well to begin there are many benefits to be derived by using wool carpets. To begin wool carpets are known to be very durable and the texture of them is designed to absorb any kind of weight and/or pressure that is put on them. Think of it this way, when you have a piece of heavy furniture sitting on the carpet it usually makes a dent depending on what type of carpet it is.

April 12, 2008

The Truth About Steam Cleaning Your Carpets (Defective carpets)

Category: Antique Carpets — admin @ 11:01 pm
Tip! When maintained properly according to what they require, furniture, home decors, rugs and carpets can really last long enough for you to pass on to your children and their children. Sometimes, furniture can do more than decorate your homes.

I worked in the carpet and upholstery cleaning, installation and repair business for about 15 years and during that time I had the opportunity to use some high power cleaners for removal of spots stains and general dirt. I have also used 3 different types of cleaning methods shampoo, dry cleaning and water extraction or steam cleaning. Today I would like to share my thoughts on each one.

April 9, 2008

Red carpets – Carpets Add Style

Category: Area Carpets — admin @ 8:00 pm
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Dual Pleasure

Two-way carpets can be beneficial for the areas of your home that are most walked upon such as hall and certain corridors. Wall-to-wall carpeting makes a room look elegant but proves to be a challenge when it comes to keeping it clean, an alternative to this can be the carpet tiles. These are good for children’s room as they are easy to install, come in colorful patters and are easy to clean.

April 6, 2008

Mat carpets – Helpful Carpet Cleaning Tips That Reveal How To Clean Your Own Carpets Whatever Kind They Might Be

Category: Silk Carpets — admin @ 6:15 am
Tip! Firstly it must be understood that there are different types of carpets all of which respond better to different carpet cleaning solutions. The different kinds of carpet are wool, cotton, silk, and sisal or other plant fibers.

Almost all of us have carpets in our homes in at least a few rooms. Despite this few people know the proper protocols for cleaning carpets, in terms of frequency, method of cleaning and much more. Unclean carpets not only are unsightly and detract from the appearance of your house, they are unsanitary and can be a hidden an overlooked cause of bacteria in your home. This article will explore the various carpet cleaning solutions and offer tips on how to clean your own carpets whatever kind they might be.

April 2, 2008

Tips on Caring For Your Area Rugs and Carpets (Measuring carpets)

Category: Silk Carpets — admin @ 10:32 pm
Tip! Today it doesn’t really matter where you shop or what make of carpet you buy, there are few quality carpets left on the market that are not part of the Mohawk lines. And that’s not all Mohawk also has a full line of furniture and home decor.

The value of your area rugs and carpets will, of course, depend on their quality, size, type and style. However, whatever they have cost, they are an asset worth maintaining and cleaning well. There are two reasons for that. Firstly, the pile of a rug or carpet can harbor lots of dirt, dust, mites and other particles and insects. Regular cleaning will help to keep such infestations and debris to a minimum, which is good for your family’s domestic health. Secondly, the rug will not only look better but its life will be preserved.