There is both cheering and sobering forecast for the carpet industry. The good news is that the US rug and carpet market is expected to rise about 1.6 percent every year to more than 22 billion square feet. This accounts for a staggering 65% of the floor covering market. However, there is some sobering news too. Deceleration has hit the carpet and rug demand on account of decline in new construction spending. The other reason being the consumers’ shift in demand to hard surface flooring like laminates, wood and ceramic tiles. The estimate also points to a very important and significant development. Carpet and rug production will be supported to a great extent by consumers’ interest in environmental friendly responsible materials. Here is where eco friendly carpets come into the picture.
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rIn this context, here are some answers to some frequently asked questions on carpets:
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rWhat Are Shag Carpets Or Shag Rugs?
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rThese carpets are made of long pile having shaggy appearance, whereby its name. The regular carpets are manufactured by making loops out of material and then shearing the excess. Shag carpets are not sheared, leaving long pieces of material to provide a lush fluffy and soft look.
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rHow To Clean Rugs?
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rVacuum cleaning does not damage or affect the durability of shag carpets, so by all means go ahead and use a vacuum cleaner. It would do well to use the high setting or bare floor setting for daily clean up.
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rAre Rug Pads Needed?
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rMost manufacturers recommend using rubberized non skid rug pad over hard surfaces.
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rDo The Yarns Round The Edges Come Off?
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rIt does initially, but eventually that should stop. Heavy durable backing with intertwined tuft binds holds all of the fibers intact.
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rDoes The Rug Have To Be The Same Color As My Wall And Curtain Draping?
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rNot necessary. Your rug will look perfect if at least one color on it matches the design elements in your room.
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rWhat Is In Vogue? A Rug With A Central Medallion Or One With An Over-All Pattern?
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rIt depends on your point of focus. If there is a fireplace in your room then a patterned rug will suit as it will not vie for attention. Nevertheless, if your room is a common sitting area then a central medallion will grab attention.
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rHow To Be Eco Friendly With Carpets?
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rThere are eco concerns on the manufacturing of carpets. Many manufacturers have now created eco friendly carpets. Here are useful tips.
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r* Look for carpets made from natural fibers. Stay away from nylon, petroleum or resource intensive products.
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r* Some treatment chemicals harm the environment, especially those chemicals used to remove stains. A good idea is to use chemicals to the minimum.
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r* Recycle previous carpets. Choose companies who recycle old carpets while buying new ones.
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r* Choose wool. Wool is naturally renewable and more durable than their synthetic counterparts. In addition it has fast colors, is stain resistant and extremely resilient.
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rShag rugs offers a range of rugs to its customers such as shag rugs, eco-friendly rugs, braided rugs, kids’ rugs, casual rugs, and many other different types in the same range.
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Some Nitty Gritty About Carpets and Rugs
February 10th, 2010
Area Rugs – Redefining Elegance of Every Home
February 10th, 2010Area rugs are gaining widespread popularity nowadays. People buy rugs for different reasons. Often their choice varies with requirement. A novel customer may get confused while shopping for them owing to the assortment of choice available.
Following are some key factors that can help beginners choose the most suitable area rugs for their homes.
* Size Does Matter Here
Whether one wants to buy rug pads or rug runners,size is an important aspect. Similarly the choice of shag rugs and/or sisal rugs also depends on size. This is because the main objective of putting area rugs is to enhance the look of the room. One may try to imagine the feel of the room with the mat. And this only is the key to choosing the right size. If a formal feel is required, a big carpet naturally has to be chosen for a big room. But for that warm feeling, a runner is it great option as it completely covers the floor.
If the rug is to be chosen for the family room, it ought to be large. It should be kept in such a way that about 12-18 inches of the space on the floor frames the rug.
To keep such minute details in mind; it is best to measure the dimensions of the room to be carpeted. If a vast hallway needs to be matted, it is advisable to opt for rug runners. An exclusive color scheme can be imagined for the hallway, with different runner rugs placed in an eye catching pattern. Nothing can be more soothing to bare feet than luxurious area rugs. The most common sizes in which carpets are generally available range from 2′x3′ to 8′x10 inches.
* Choice Of The Right Pattern
The very design of the carpet can enhance the visual appeal of a room. It can add an exceptional sense of depth to the room along with stately perception. Thus, the mat you choose must offer a unique blend of tradition and modernity to the room. It should also be in sync with the style of the home it is to be used in. One may choose rugs from an assortment of options like contemporary, transitional, modern, or conventional designs. One must keep in mind that the right design and pattern of the rug would naturally account for the taste and self-expression of the owner of the house. One may choose to have more than a single pattern in a room as well. What is requires is just a shared theme or color. The choice of pattern also depends greatly upon the motive of carpeting the room. If the concern is hiding stains, choosing a patterned runner can be the best option.
Apart from these, the right shape, right color, and the right weave of the carpet are important in the selection of appropriate area rugs. Rugs not only enhance the interiors of the house but also inspire the onlooker by awe provided that vast research has gone in the search of the runner.
Right PAD does not harm your Carpet Denver wooden floors
February 8th, 2010
It is a proven fact that a rug pad prolongs the life of your rug, adds comfort and sound absorbtion as well as safety for non slip reasons. Now, we must consider the right rug pad that does not harm our wood, or other hard surface, floors.
For room size rugs that don’t tend to slide, I like a nice quality dense jute pad. Today’s jute pads are not rough and do not shred like the old days. There is a great pad available that is made using recycled material such as nylon and wool fiber from Carpet Denver scraps. This jute pad is made with a needle punched process to create a dense, yet comfortable pad that does not shed, smell and is mold and mildew resistant.
Jute pads come in various weights. They start at 20 ounce and go up to 40 ounce. The best pad for all rugs is the 40 ounce jute pad. Due to its weight, it is dense enough to protect your rugs and your floors yet soft enough to feel comfortable. A spongy type pad, much of what is used under wall to wall Carpet Denvering, is not desired under area rugs. The spongy pads allow penetration from the surface of your rug to the floor underneath, hence causing possible indentations to your floors as well as a lack of a soild foundation to the back of your rugs, where they need the protection.
In the world of rubber, or non slip, pads, there are many choices that resemeble each other. This type of pad is made from a dense needle punched jute surface and a rubber, or rubber like, backing. Here is where we need to be careful. It is important to choose a pad in this category that contains a solid rubber back. Many of these pads have a sprayed on latex backing. This sprayed latex will provide a non slip effect for a while yet it can be a short while before damage occurs. The fact that the latex is sprayed on means that there is not a strong enough hold between the latex and the jute surface. This is why we hear about “rubber” rug pads that tend to break down or stick to hard floor surfaces. I like the non slip pad that contains this jute surface and a solid layer of rubber which is sewn on to the jute. Because this is an independent solid layer of real rubber, it will last longer, provide better non slip functions and will not harm your floors.
Your area rugs are an investment and the safety of your family means everything. Don’t skimp when it comes to the right rug pad. Make a qualilty choice and you won’t have to worry about your rug pads for years to come.
The right rug pad will not harm your wood floors
February 8th, 2010It is a proven fact that a rug pad prolongs the life of your rug, adds comfort and sound absorbtion as well as safety for non slip reasons. Now, we must consider the right rug pad that does not harm our wood, or other hard surface, floors.
For room size rugs that don’t tend to slide, I like a nice quality dense jute pad. Today’s jute pads are not rough and do not shred like the old days. There is a great pad available that is made using recycled material such as nylon and wool fiber from carpet scraps. This jute pad is made with a needle punched process to create a dense, yet comfortable pad that does not shed, smell and is mold and mildew resistant.
Jute pads come in various weights. They start at 20 ounce and go up to 40 ounce. The best pad for all rugs is the 40 ounce jute pad. Due to its weight, it is dense enough to protect your rugs and your floors yet soft enough to feel comfortable. A spongy type pad, much of what is used under wall to wall carpeting, is not desired under area rugs. The spongy pads allow penetration from the surface of your rug to the floor underneath, hence causing possible indentations to your floors as well as a lack of a soild foundation to the back of your rugs, where they need the protection.
In the world of rubber, or non slip, pads, there are many choices that resemeble each other. This type of pad is made from a dense needle punched jute surface and a rubber, or rubber like, backing. Here is where we need to be careful. It is important to choose a pad in this category that contains a solid rubber back. Many of these pads have a sprayed on latex backing. This sprayed latex will provide a non slip effect for a while yet it can be a short while before damage occurs. The fact that the latex is sprayed on means that there is not a strong enough hold between the latex and the jute surface. This is why we hear about “rubber” rug pads that tend to break down or stick to hard floor surfaces. I like the non slip pad that contains this jute surface and a solid layer of rubber which is sewn on to the jute. Because this is an independent solid layer of real rubber, it will last longer, provide better non slip functions and will not harm your floors.
Your area rugs are an investment and the safety of your family means everything. Don’t skimp when it comes to the right rug pad. Make a qualilty choice and you won’t have to worry about your rug pads for years to come.
Area Rugs: How to Care for Your Rugs
February 8th, 2010
Area rugs bring color, warmth and a sense of foundation to any room. Once you own an area rug, caring for it is relatively simple but should be performed. If cared for properly, a quality carpet can last a lifetime.
The first thing to consider for is a quality rug pad. Rugs take stress on their pile, their backing and their foundation since they are usually against a hard floor surface. The proper pad will reduce, and in most cases, eliminate the stress. When a rug is walked on, the backing, or the knots, grind against the hard floor. Over time, this creates premature wear. A carpet pad acts as a barrier and absorbs most of this stress, hence prolonging the life of your rug. Although there are several choices in pads, be sure to purchase one that is dense enough to resist pressure and safe enough for your floors. If it is a non slip pad you desire, get one that contains real rubber and not a sprayed on latex rubber since this can break down and harm the floor. One of the best rug pads available is one with a recycled jute and real layer of rubber that prevents slipping as well as protects as it should. You may view the best rug pads at http://www.rugpadcorner.com
Since air has dust particles, these particles settle within the foundation of a rug. It is important, even if the rug looks clean, to vacuum at least once a week. Vacuuming will help to remove any dust particles that cannot be seen as well as create an air flow circulation. On good quality rugs, you may use a beater bar vacuum or a suction vacuum and try to vacuum with the direction of the pile of the rug. One helpful hint is that if your rug has fringe, or tassels, be sure not to suck them up into the vacuum as this will wear them out sooner.
Inevitably, there is always more of a traffic pattern on some parts of the rug than others. For this reason, it is a great idea to rotate once a year. This will help to maintain more of an even pile. Spreading the wear is important so that one part of your rug does not wear out before another part.
Cleaning rugs is important as well. Handmade wool rugs do not need an annual cleaning like synthetic ones. For those made of wool, once every 3 or 4 years is enough since the wool contains lanolin oils and should retain these oils as much as possible. Have your rug professionally cleaned and make the cleaning company aware of any unusual stains. For spot cleaning, always first try to clean the area with a damp sponge. If this does not work, try adding a little liquid detergent. For acidic stains such as wine and juice, blotting the spill with club soda usually works.
Relatively speaking, area rugs require little care. Provide them with the right pad, vacuum, rotate and clean them regularly and you will find that the rug will be the foundation of your room for years to come.
