WHAT CARPET IS MADE OF

Understanding The Different Types of Carpet FibersBy [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Bill_Prudehome]Bill Prudehome
Carpeting can be a major purchase for your home. You want it to have a long life, look good, and be comfortable to walk on. Before you choose your carpet, it is important to understand the different types of carpet fibers that are available and their advantages and disadvantages.
The type of fiber used to make a carpet determines its visual appearance, overall durability, feel, resistance to stains - and the cost.
Synthetic materials are the most popular of the fibers used in today’s carpets accounting for about 97% of all fiber used. Synthetic materials are adaptable into a variety of styles and applications. They are generally easier to maintain than natural fibers.
Common materials used for carpet fibers are:
Nylon
Extremely durable, stain and mildew resistant and static free, Nylon is an excellent choice for all levels of traffic and applications. It maintains its fiber height allowing it to withstand the weight of heavy furniture and people. Nylon is dyed during the production of the fiber thereby avoiding any color run after it is produced
Nylon accounts for approximately 90% of all residential carpeting. Expect square yard prices from $10 for Cut Piles increasing to $30 for Multi-Level Loops.
Olefin (polypropylene)
Controlling the commercial market with an 80% share, Olefin is the least expensive of the man made fibers. A very strong fiber, Olefin is resistant to moisture and mildew and is easy to clean and maintain. It is an indoor and outdoor fiber and is the common fiber used for artificial turf.
Polyester
Less expensive than nylon or wool, Polyester fiber creates a very attractive carpet.
Commonly used in soft loop or Berber loop carpets, Polyester is a fiber that is used to make a luxury product. Crush resistant, available in a vast array of dynamic colors and its resistance to fading provides Polyester fibers with a lot of advantages. Polyester fibers are easy to clean and are resistant to water based stains.
Acrylic
Acrylic is the closest synthetic fiber to wool. Because of its wool like attributes, it is used extensively in Velvet and Plush Level Loop carpets. Acrylic fibers offer the appearance and feel of wool at a much lower cost and has the advantage over wool of being moisture and mildew resistant. The Acrylic fiber resists crushing, stains and will not fade from sunlight.
Acrylic fibers are not suitable for high traffic areas, such as hallways, family rooms, and stairs as they are a high wear product. Hence, they provide a perfect carpet in master and guest bedrooms.
Wool
When it comes to luxury and performance, no other fiber compares to Wool. Wool carpets maintain their height; they are ultra soft with a feel that is incomparable.
Wool fibers are easily died or you can choose natural colors of off white to black, and they repel water. They are very easy to clean and have an exceptionally long life. Wool fibers are usually used in cut pile and textured carpets.
Wool is one of the most expensive of the natural fibers and much more than synthetic fiber carpets. Wool carpets are also less resistant to moisture than synthetic fiber carpets.
Blends
The aforementioned four fiber types are often combined in a many variations to produce carpets that take the best qualities of each fiber type to produce a group of exceptional finished products.
For the luxurious look and comfort of wool with the durability of nylon, consider a Wool/Nylon blend.
Other common blends include Acrylic/Olefin and Nylon/Olefin. Although less expensive these blends are usually subject to staining.
PET
If a “green” environment is part of your criteria then you may want to consider the purchase of a carpet made of PET fibers.
Recycled plastics, primarily soda containers, are the basis for polyethylene terephthalate or as it is more commonly known in the industry PET. Fibers made from PET are not as plush or soft to the feel as other synthetic fibers but they are very durable, water and static resistant and offers extremely good value.
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COFFEE ON CARPET

Learn How to Remove Coffee From CarpetBy [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Niv_Orlian]Niv Orlian
When you crawl out of bed in the morning, a cup of coffee is the only thing that gives you the energy to the face the new day. Unfortunately, while you are still dragging yourself around your home, trying to get ready for work or to run some errands, it is very likely that you will spill that cup of coffee, before you've even had one sip. If you do drop that cup, don't panic. Even if you have a light colored carpet, you can still remove coffee from carpet. Follow the steps below and you will know how to start removing coffee stains from carpet.
For this first step, you will need to get a paper towel or a clean cloth. Once you have them, quick pat the area so that it can start the process of removing the coffee stains . Keep daubing the stain so that the cloth can get maximum absorption. Never rub a stain as it can cause the liquid to be pushed deeper into the carpet fibers.
Do some research and try to find out what stain remover is best when removing coffee stains. The reason for this step is that different carpets are made with different materials. If you have a natural carpet (grass or wool) a stain remover can damage it. If you are unsure about what to do, a professional may be needed to do the job correctly.
Fill a spray bottle with lukewarm water and spray a small amount on the stain. For a different method, you can wet a sponge and use it to pat the coffee stain. Get a bowl and add ¼ teaspoon of a mild solution that won't bleach your fibers. You can also use a shampoo for the carpets.
After you have selected the cleaning solution, you can add it to one liter of water. Make sure that the water is warm. Blend the mixture until it is completely mixed.To remove coffee from carpet, wet a clean, white cloth in the newly mixed solution and then put the cloth directly on the stain.
Using the back of a spoon apply a slight pressure to the cloth and stain. Move the spoon around so that you have covered the entire cloth with the gentle massage. Remove the cloth from your carpet and apply a spray of warm water to the stain. You once again have the option of using a spray bottle or a wet sponge for this step. Pat the area to transfer any left over coffee stains to the sponge.
Remove any excess liquid by daubing the wet spots with a clean rag or heavy duty paper towel. Do not rub the spot. Rubbing can cause more damage as you try to remove coffee from carpet. The last step to follow when removing coffee stains from carpet is to allow the carpet to dry. Using another clean white cloth or paper towel, you will cover the entire area that is wet.
Get a plastic bag and lay that over the cloth. Now you can use a heavy object like a large book or statue so that it can apply pressure to the spot for a few hours. You can even let them sit on the spot overnight. When you remove the objects, you will find that you have effectively removed the stain.
Never let a stain sit for long periods of time. If a stain is not cleaned up immediately, it may be difficult or impossible to remove unless you call in a professional. Although, they are likely to get the job done well a carpet specialist will cost a lot of money. You don't want to have to call them to clean one small area of your carpet when you can easily do it yourself.
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12 x 13 Dark Plum nylon plush $80

12 x 10'9" Medium Brown nylon plush $50

15 x 15 Sea Green commerial small level loop $125.00

12 x 18 Light Blue nylon plush $89.00

12 x 24 Army Green w/Rust flecks commercial cutpile/loop $130.00

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