How to Green Your Carpet Cleaning

Bare feet on green carpet Whether it’s wall-to-wall carpeting or area rugs, your floor coverings will eventually need a good cleaning ... to be safe for people and pets. Seventh Generation Carpet Cleaner and a similar product by Simple ... . But the last thing you need is chemical cleaners.  One of the problems with indoor carpet — [more...]

Date: 2008-11-26 10:46:54

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What You Should Know About Carpet Care

by Qandishah Brown We all love having carpets in our homes, but do we really know how to take care of them? ... miss anything. Wet cleaning your carpet can also be good for cleaning your carpet. Just remember ... when cleaning a carpet that is not made out of synthetic materials. Choose something especially [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 14:05:43

How To Pick the Right Carpeting

by Qandishah Brown Most people will consider carpeting for their homes or offices because of what it has to offer. It can make a room warm and cozy ... your carpet professionally cleaned and maintained does not have to be difficult with carpet cleaning outer ... carpet cleaning company. ShareThis [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 22:38:53

Carpet Maintenance Alternative Solutions

It may always be a problem for some home owners as far as maintaining carpets is concerned ... that are hard to remove can be a pain. Magnetic brushes designed for carpet or rug cleaning can help a lot ... , Carpets, Carpets, clean sweep, diy, dust pans, electrical consumption, micro objects, rug cleaning [more...]

Date: 2008-11-25 23:37:42

Carpeting 101

by Qandishah Brown Carpeting can be a popular choice for the home or office. It can instantly make any room feel cozier and is warm as well ... that you can get your carpet to last and stay looking good is by cleaning it and maintenance. Regular vacuuming ... your carpet professionally cleaned and maintained does not have to be difficult with upholstery [more...]

Date: 2009-01-07 21:41:40

What You Should Know About Carpet Care

by Qandishah Brown Carpets are a great thing to have in our homes ... any sections. Wet cleaning your carpet can also be good for cleaning your carpet. Just remember ... when cleaning a carpet that is not made out of synthetic materials. Choose something especially [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 14:11:15

Some Ideas on a Carpet Cleaning Business

by Chris Pollack Household stains such as coffee, milk and wine and dirt and dust are responsible for the deterioration of a carpet ... example of what any new carpet cleaning company should be trying to emulate. ... . There is no reason why you cannot start up your own carpet cleaning service. Risks such as customers’ [more...]

Date: 2008-12-19 20:49:12

Bissell: We mean Clean (CONTEST, Canada included)

I have five cats. Five cats + 1 DH + 1 child = DISASTER for your carpet. If I told you how many times I steam clean a month, you wouldn’t believe me ... and wear, our tan carpet can take a HUGE beating. I know personally, our stairs see the most traffic ... of innovative floor care products such as vacuums, carpet sweepers, carpet deep cleaners and bare [more...]

Date: 2008-10-09 22:44:21

A Discussion About Carpet Maintenance With Kerns Carpet One Floor & Home

"90% of consumers are never told how to maintain their carpet ... 5/5/2008 FCW writeup titled "Cleaning requirements raise awareness," the major carpet mills - Shaw ... on certain residential carpet, they would have to be cleaned according to a schedule using cleaning products [more...]

Date: 2008-06-30 14:38:02

Proper Carpet Care

by Qandishah Brown We all love having carpets in our homes, but do we really know how to take care of them? ... your carpet more than this. Take the time to clean baseboards and other areas that may be difficult ... . A wet cleaning method is a good way to clean your carpet too. Before you get started [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 07:41:13

Our home... at last!

We moved out of our Bangkok apartment on December 11th. Where have we been since then? Five days in a Bangkok hotel ( ... , more cleaning. We got all new carpet, and if we weren't sure replacing the carpet was a good choice ... it "go" all over the house? Having new carpet (or any carpet at all!) has been a little piece of heaven [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 04:59:00

Cleaning Carpets Again and Daily Links

Four months ago, I purchased a Hoover SteamVac and used the device to clean the carpets in my apartment. I was impressed then ... cat hair settles into the carpet, it’s amazing—and frankly somewhat disgusting—to see what comes up when you use a powerful cleaner. But rest assured, the carpet throughout the apartment is now quite [more...]

Date: 2008-10-28 14:45:34

Taking a Look at Carpet Cleaning Supply for Your Needs

Taking a Look at Carpet Cleaning Supply for Your Needs By Anthony Galz | November 22, 2008 by Nikki Rowd Unknown to most people who own them, ... for a clean carpet that is free of dust (and dust mites), you may have to invest in a vacuum to add ... in the long run. This involves more than just a brush or a broom. There are all sorts of carpet [more...]

Date: 2008-11-22 12:30:37

How Loyal Are Your Customers?

I have to confess - I love a bargain. I'm one of those shoppers who head straight to the sale rack to see what deals I can find there ... , but he's great at carpet restoration (and cleaning nearly any surface), My carpet is rescued AND looks ... that experience for me are Les Schwab and JRP Carpet Care. When I pull into Les Schwab with a leaking tire [more...]

Date: 2008-10-21 18:04:27

What to Look for in a Carpet Cleaning Company

If you’re moving out of an apartment or just happen to have a lot of spills on your carpet, chances are you’re going to need to hire some sort of carpet cleaning. There are a lot of do it yourself services where you can rent a carpet cleaner at a grocery store or a cleaning company [more...]

Date: 2008-06-20 01:51:50

Carpet Cleaning Supply That You Can’t Do Without

by Nikki Rowd Unknown to most carpet owners, carpets require much care and maintenance if they are to retain their color and look. This involves more than just a brush or a broom. There are all sorts of carpet cleaning supply items that you need to invest in to keep ... [more...]

Date: 2009-01-21 09:03:40

How Do You Care for Your Home Carpets?

images2.jpg The hubby and I used to be proud owners of a Persian carpet ... for it, much less know of a company that does cleaning services for carpets. It was only recently that I realized that carpet cleaners companies exist. Too bad for me, I should have known better [more...]

Date: 2008-06-19 01:01:51

Carpet Cleaning Solution Which Actually Works!

We have a cold water suction carpet cleaner(Rainbow) ... I tried Walmart’s brand, Great Value Bio-degradable Orange Formula Carpet and Upholstery cleaner ... as some of them.This solution even performed better than the professional carpet cleaning I had done [more...]

Date: 2008-12-26 16:28:00

So many carpet cleaners in Jefferson City!

So many carpet cleaners in Jefferson City! January 9th, 2009 So you’re worried about trying to save money? Of course you are. So is everyone ... carpet cleaning companies in the Jefferson City area. I say “around” because I can never be sure ... -time, bona fide companies. When you call around to get a carpet cleaning estimate, how many [more...]

Date: 2009-01-09 01:43:47

Who puts carpet in a bathroom?Assholes, that’s who.

I think maybe my Cats and Other Assholes theme this week has been a very bad idea because within about two hours of the first post, ... , sinks, and bathtubs, and say to themselves, “Hey! Let’s nail an absorbent, hard-to-clean, fabric-based ... contained brand new wall-to-wall carpet (regular, normal, non-special carpet exactly like what’ [more...]

Date: 2008-08-22 21:02:31

Choosing Your Carpeting

Choosing Your Carpeting By Qandishah Brown | January 15, ... compared to any other flooring. However it can be easy to land a carpet that wont last and is wrong ... pricing and looks. Fibers or what material the carpet is made of can be important when picking [more...]

Date: 2009-01-15 16:29:34

Carpet Restoration 101

If you are dealing with an older carpet that is stained and unsightly, but your budget doesn’t call for replacement, ... these in the pet stain removal department at most stores or online. Turn off the lights and use the wand ... and to do it when it will not be difficult to dry the carpets. Mildew can easily creep [more...]

Date: 2008-10-14 13:52:01

How Clean Are Your Carpets?

by Jerry Fondale You’ve taken the time to choose the best, most attractive, carpets for your home ... of wool, synthetics, silk or plant fibers. Each material needs different kinds of products for cleaning. When we talk about cleaning a carpet it does not mean rinsing it out with plain water and drying [more...]

Date: 2008-09-11 12:13:29

New Carpet

As mentioned earlier, Oma was so busy and imagine now left with one week to CNY, Oma hasn't got any new clothes ... on this carpet with proper cushion. Also, this is easier to clean as he always drop those food debris all over ... and tell us to get out from here..Ah Pa got no choice so we got to move.. Bought a carpet (finally [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 03:18:00

Sick Furniture, John Travolta and Me

You’ve heard of Sick Building Syndrome? It’s when a new building furnished with carpeting, ... disease because of exposure to carpet cleaning chemicals. Since 1982, scientists have debated whether the connection between carpet cleaning and Kawasaki is real. But I can tell you this: I got [more...]

Date: 2009-01-05 16:14:17

Entertaining This Holiday? Tips to Help

This holiday season, many people will choose to entertain at home in an effort to save money, but may not know where to begin! ... up a room like clean carpet and rugs. A great way to clean them yourself is with a carpet cleaner such as the new BISSELL PROdry®. The nice thing about using the PROdry carpet cleaner [more...]

Date: 2008-12-12 14:55:22

Making Your Carpet Last with the Right Care

Carpets are a great thing to have in our homes. Not only are they decorative they give a cozy feel and are great for the cold seasons ... properly then it will surely deteriorate faster and it will be a dirt magnet. Knowing how to clean your carpet properly will surely prolong its life. [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 13:56:43

Trashed Rental Transformation

Ok, time is up. Here are the before and after pictures of my rental house ... : What the house looks like tonight: Quite a difference huh? I still need new carpet and new ... but I should have shampooed the entire carpet with it. I was pouring it straight on to the carpet [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 03:02:00

Functional Berber Carpet Tiles

Functional Berber Carpet Tiles Filed under: Advice, Anything Goes, Familes, Home Improvement, Misc, Real Estate Development For ideas on ways to use Berber Carpet Tiles in your home, you might ... vendors. You’ll find some unusual applications and designs, suited to formal living rooms to children’ [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 19:37:48

Carpet Cleaning

We just had our carpet cleaned on the first week of December last year ... agreement. But because we have a very active toddler that always play on the floor, we decided to clean it again. Hubby doesn't like looking at the carpet with stains. You can see spots of our DD's spilled [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 09:05:00

Carpet Cleaning Best Practices

by Jerry Fondale Any homeowner knows that great looking, long lasting carpets don’t come cheap ... , synthetic, silk or plant fibers? Different fibers need different cleaning products. Regardless ... a lot of bacteria, fungus, mold and dust mites, and cleans your carpet. The drawback to steam cleaning [more...]

Date: 2008-09-23 08:09:31

Purchased a Hoover SteamVac to Deep Clean My Carpets

When I first moved into my apartment a year ago, my carpets looked brand new ... to be more presentable to guests. My first attempt was with Carbona 2 in 1 Oxy-Powered Carpet Cleaner, a bottle of cleaner with a brush for treating and cleaning soiled areas. With the hairballs (and accompanying [more...]

Date: 2008-06-23 15:00:33

Big Ticket Items, Is it Better to Rent or Buy?

I hate waste. I don’t like wasting time, resources, or money ... ? We knew we would use the carpet cleaner before family or guests visited and for spot cleaning ... ? Our carpets needed cleaning, so yes. Can you resell it? Not worried about reselling the carpet cleaner [more...]

Date: 2008-11-17 10:22:18

Is carpet really bad for alleriges and indoor air quality?

When shopping for flooring, it seems that people with allergies and concerns for shy away from buying carpet ... provide nutrients. When carpet is kept clean and dry, mold simply cannot grow on synthetic fibers ... , nylon and olefin fibers, which don’t trouble most people. Mold and VOC misperceptions: Other [more...]

Date: 2008-11-21 18:38:59

The (Freakish) Things We Do When Family Comes to Town

My father and step-mother live in a preternaturally clean house.I'm not casting aspersions, just stating facts (enviously) ... carpet. There are never any fingerprints, crayon streaks, shoe scuff marks, dog toenail gouges ... of amber on their off-white walls.The carpet is vacuumed about four times a week (down from a minimum [more...]

Date: 2008-12-14 20:46:00

Laminate Flooring Could Be Your Best Choice

Even though hardwood and carpet are two of the most popular choices when it comes to flooring ideas, they are sometimes unsuitable ... in which water damage and accidents occur can result in scratching or gouging in the flooring as well ... .  Carpet absorbs stains and moisture too easily, leading to a dingy looking surface that may also [more...]

Date: 2009-01-18 12:37:07

Hoover-History

So as I am anxiously awaiting our new.. old fashion.. unusual… vacuum cleaner.. I thought some of these little tid-bits would neat to share. ... have been around. Ok I am curious.. let’s see.. History of Carpet: (This is just a blip from that site)…. US carpet industry began in 1791. 1839: (Erastus Bigelow) invented the power loom for weaving [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 18:10:15

Under Carpet Heating In The Nursery - To Help Your Baby Sleep Through The Night And More!

As new parents, we all want what’s best for our babies ... , called under carpet heating, which eliminates several problems with your traditional forced air ... from under your carpet, gently warming your baby or toddler, keeping them more comfortable, warmer [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 08:07:40

Out, Out, Damn Spot!

I received a message via email from a beginning artist out of Pueblo, Colorado, looking for advice on stain removal: " ... ) and crushing another (the darkest purple) into the carpet with my studio chair, I have a concentration of brilliant color on my carpet! Vacuuming with the hose attachment brought up a lot of the loose [more...]

Date: 2009-01-20 16:04:12

Review Week: FLOR Toy Poodle Carpet Tiles

I absolutely hate wall-to-wall carpeting. It gets dirty easily, is hard to clean effectively and is expensive to replace. And yet, I have had carpet in every home I’ve ever lived in except for my childhood home in the Virgin Islands [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 01:35:44

Eureka Envirovac: Can A Vacuum Really Be Green?

In today’s marketplace  greenwashing is rampant.  Many companies are purposefully misleading consumers to believe that their products are ... kids, a frantic husband and one crazy cat.   Carpet, hardwoods, linoleum, and drapes are all included ... is the best way to describe the suction and power.  It picked-up most of the crumbs and lint yet the carpet [more...]

Date: 2008-10-13 10:30:23

Carpet cleaning for 7 year old boys

So how does one get their carpets cleaned right before his 7 year birthday bash? Evidently, you take down the side fence ... is out and the dog is IN. A lethal combination for rugs, carpets, blankets, upholstery in general [more...]

Date: 2009-01-08 16:11:13

2 Ways To Repurpose Materials At Home Top Design

Top Design is getting good. We think it has something to do with the fact that there's less designers which means more time for an ... , he cleverly chose to use the cardboard tube of a fabric bolt to hang his window treatments. We don't ... as a pin board for notes. We never would have thought to rip up the old carpet and use the carpet [more...]

Date: 2008-10-21 13:30:00

Carpet Maker Beaulieu of America Sees a Healthier Future

In a carpet industry that has seen shrinking market share and endless “me-too” claims among competitors, the No ... in the world and carpet specialist, determined to address this issue head-on. In 2007, Beaulieu conducted [more...]

Date: 2008-11-24 20:16:11

Housekeeping

Finally. FINALLY. We are getting wood floors.Our carpet is gross. Two dogs + cheap carpet= nasty ... resistant, mold-proof neoprene padding pre-installed. For 2.50/sq ft.I am more than excited ... (a day off!) will be spent cleaning, organizing, and shopping. I'm heading to Home Goods (for the first [more...]

Date: 2009-01-19 13:25:00

Amway Gabe

Tobe Steamer Oxiclean Kaboom Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Cleaning Gel ProCaulk Snuggi Empire Key Lime Cove Feldco These are all things, places, or services Gabe has tried to sell me in the last month or so. This morning, he asked ... . Nope. He's singing about replacement windows and new carpet. He really wants us to buy new carpet [more...]

Date: 2009-01-16 21:41:35

Eco-Friendly Dry Cleaner Hangers

It’s hard to believe but The Hanger Network can attribute the start of their company to a stain on a carpet. J.D ... that had been compiling in his closet from his local dry cleaner. After cleaning his closet J.D. began to walk across his mothers white carpet and suddenly the hangers punctured the bag dripping gravy all over [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 03:45:29

Is it worth it to buy a steam cleaner for the carpet? (pfblogs.org)

Steam cleaning the carpet is not my favorite thing in the world. I’ve rented the little Rug Doctor type machines before, and while they work great, shampooing the carpets is a lot of work. Did I mention a LOT of work? So sadly, we almost never [more...]

Date: 2008-09-21 15:59:28

Eco-Friendly Dry Cleaner Hangers

It’s hard to believe but The Hanger Network can attribute the start of their company to a stain on a carpet. J.D ... that had been compiling in his closet from his local dry cleaner. After cleaning his closet J.D. began to walk across his mothers white carpet and suddenly the hangers punctured the bag dripping gravy all over [more...]

Date: 2009-01-14 03:45:29

Elliott - sweet and .. sticky..

Elliott - Random Friday Morning, October 24 Originally uploaded by SpragueLab I captured this one of Elliott playing outside last Friday morning ... to its depths by spilling pink nail polish on the carpet as he tried to paint his fingernails in Rowen’s room ... him in to wash off the polish, not realizing that it was soaking into the carpet in the [more...]

Date: 2008-10-27 18:49:59

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