Flooring Advice
Cork on the floor?
Cork on the floor? Of Course, but be aware. Cork flooring has been around for many years, but it’s seeing a resurgence due to its unique aesthetics and unparalled green story. Keep these 10 facts in mind if you’re working with cork for the first time. 1) Cork is not...
Laminate construction
Although this is from Shaw’s web site, it applies in general to all types of first quality laminate floors. These start at about $2.29 Sq.Ft. retail. As an aside, in flooring, price does determine quality. If you pay a small amount the manufacturer cannot afford to...
Laminate repair
Laminate floors are really tough, so are kids and Grand Dads. This is how we repair them Repair your laminate flooring when damage occurs In the event that accidental damage occurs to one of the planks, minor scratches or dents can be repaired using a Flooring Touchup...
Hardwood Maintenance
For cleaning, make sure you... Use a damp cloth to blot spills and spots as soon as they happen. For tough spots, such as oil, paint, markers, lipstick, ink, tar, or cigarette marks, use acetone/nail polish remover on a clean white cloth, then wipe with a damp cloth....
Carpet Care: Preventive Maintenance
Don't track dirt inside Placing walk-off mats outside all entrances will help absorb soil and moisture and trap excessive dirt, sand, grit, oil, asphalt, or driveway sealer that might otherwise be tracked into the home. Clean mats on a regular basis (or sooner, when...
9 Points To Cover When Buying New Flooring
1. Beware Offers of Generous Discounts Some retailers inflate the "normal selling price" so that their discounts appear more generous than they really are. If the offer appears too good to be true - it is!!! 2. Obtain a Written Quotation Before you place the order...
The Carpet and Rug Institutes Top Rated Vacuums
The Carpet and Rug Institute has provided us with a list of their top rated vacuums. CLICK HERE to view their Seal of Approval/ Green Label Certified Vacuums. For even more options, check out Consumer Reports.
How Does The Carpet and Rug Institute Test Vacuum Cleaners?
A reader asks: How does the Carpet and Rug institute test vacuum cleaners? CRI combines the indoor air quality protection of its Green Label vacuum program with enhanced cleaning standards of its Seal of Approval programs to identify even better performing vacuum...
How Carpet Ratings Were Developed
The Texture Retention Rating Scale, covers seven types of carpet: Saxony cut-pile Berber loop Commercial loop (low profile) Cut-pile commercial plush Commercial patterned loop Cut-pile shag Tip-sheared (with a pattern) The change in appearance in your carpet is graded...
Carpet Performance Ratings
Carpet performance ratings are a tool used by some manufacturers to help you select the most appropriate carpet for different areas of your home. They can be found on the carpet label. Rated from 1 to 5, the scale represents the carpet’s ability to withstand extended...
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