CARPET MAINTENANCE & CARPET CARE TIPS
A
regular carpet maintenance program extends the life of the original
appearance of your carpet. Today's carpet fibers are designed to hide
dirt and reflect light and have the ability to resist soiling and
stains. However, the lack of apparent soiling does not eliminate the
necessity of regular cleaning.†
CARPET MAINTENANCE
For ideal carpet maintenance, you will
need to vacuum your heavy traffic areas, such as hallways, stairs, and
exterior entryways at least twice a week. Vacuum less heavily used areas
weekly.
For best results, use a vacuum cleaner with a beater bar or
rotating brush and with a strong enough air flow to penetrate to the
carpet backing.
Carpet with
thick loop pile construction, particularly wool and wool blend styles,
may be sensitive to brushing or rubbing of the pile surface and may
become fuzzy. For these products, and those styles with a combination
thick or thin or cable yarn, a suction-only vacuum is recommended for the best carpet maintenance. If that is not available, use or
a vacuum with an adjustable brush lifted away from the carpet so it
does not agitate the pile. A vacuum with a beater bar or rotating brush
can be tested for excessive fuzzing in an inconspicuous location before
regular use.
Carpet One
Floor & Home® does not recommend a vacuum brand. There are brands
that offer adjustable beater bars or even a feature to turn the beater
bar off in some cases. The Carpet and Rug Institute(www.carpet-rug.orgwww.carpet-rug.org)
also offers information and ratings of vacuums to provide the best new carpet care.
Most
dry soil has razor-like edges that abrade carpet fibers, causing light
to reflect differently and give carpet a dull appearance. Soil can
damage the fibers permanently if allowed to remain in the pile.
A
regular carpet maintenance program as well as proper carpet cleaning
methods will keep your carpet beautiful for a long time.
CARPET CARE & CLEANING TIPS
No matter how often you vacuum, your carpet will still need heavy-duty cleaning from time to time. Professional carpet care and cleaning
is required to maintain your Carpet One Floor & Home® warranty. We
would be glad to advise you about which cleaning method is best for your
particular carpet. Hot water extraction carpet care, either alone or in
combination with cleaning, is required to maintain most warranties.*
Some styles, however, must be cleaned in other ways.
Be sure to check
with your Carpet One Floor & Home® retailer for the recommended
cleaning method for your particular carpet. A trained carpet care
professional should perform this service at least every 18-24 months to
refresh the texture and rejuvenate the fibers in your carpet.† Have the
cleaning professionals come to your home for a visual inspection, and
obtain a written agreement before the work is started. You must retain
your receipts for proof of maintenance service should a warranty claim
arise.
When you and your carpet
cleaning professional choose a cleaning method, fiber content is the
most important concern. Most carpet today is constructed with synthetic
fibers such as nylon, polyester, or olefin and may be cleaned with most
cleaning methods. Natural fibers such as wool, cotton, silk, and sisal
may require specialized care. Use a cleaning method recommended by the
carpet manufacturer to maintain their warranty, and if you should have
any questions or concerns about your new carpet care, just call your
Carpet One Floor & Home® retailer.
† Courtesy of the Carpet and Rug Institute, Copyright 2006.
*
If you purchased the Everguard® Stain Protection Plan with your carpet,
contact the 3M Service Center (1-800-352-6789) for spot removal
instructions prior to using the following spot removal methods.
New carpeting is a beautiful and comforting addition to your home. 
