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- The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is the first organization within the soft floor covering sector to earn accreditation as a certification body for indoor air quality by the American National Standard Institute (ANSI).
- Going green when choosing and installing new carpet.
- If you find that no matter how much you vacuum, your carpet still does not look like it used to, it may be time for deep cleaning. While there are do-it-yourself cleaning methods on the market, hiring a professional is often the safest, fastest and easiest option.
- Contain soil and dust: fight dirt at the front door (and inside).
- Mastery of the basics will help ensure your carpet stays clean and healthy.
- Most carpet today is made with synthetic fibers, such as nylon, polyester, or olefin, and may be cleaned with common methods such as hot water extraction. Other fibers may require special attention.
- If you need expert help with carpet care, water-damage restoration or any of 21 expertise areas, the IICRC can help.
- "Live steam" is not employed in this cleaning method, only warm or hot water.
- Find Seal of Approval (SOA) Service Providers on The Housekeeping Channel.
- The IICRC answers several commonly asked questions about professional carpet cleaning.
- Your carpet installation is a significant investment, both in monetary terms and overall home image. It is important to implement a maintenance program from the beginning.
- Carpet is one of the best noise-absorbing acoustical materials.
- When spills are dealt with promptly and properly using a CRI-approved spot remover, they can be quick and easy to clean up.
- Steam vapor cleaning differs from traditional "steam cleaning" of carpet.
- Spilled wine should be cleaned up quickly.
- A little light work keeps floors protected and clean.
- Raid the kitchen and laundry room for safer alternatives to cleaning chemicals.
- Study found no difference in the improvement experienced by children who lived in homes with carpet versus children from homes with other types of flooring.
- Spot and stain removal.
- Here are some tips from the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA) on how to properly care for and maintain one of the hardest working surfaces in your house.