Choose Carpet Wisely

When selecting new carpet for your home , opt for the type labeled with the Carpet and Rug Institute’s (CRI) icon.  Carpet with this icon indicates the material has passed CRI’s Indoor Air Quality testing program.  There are several low VOC carpets available in the market today.  The selection and styles available will lend beauty and a healthier environment to your home.

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• Carpet should be durable and practical. For instance, someone with small children and/or pets should avoid light colored carpet due to the occasional spill or stain.
• It should be economical but not cheap. Go with an affordable mid-grade carpet to get a nice look for less.
• Carpet should be easy to upkeep. Taking care of your carpet will help it to last longer, saving you money in the long run.

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Not only does having your carpet cleaned once a year make your home look nice, you will reduce germs and allergens along with the dirt and grime that seeps deep down into your carpet and causes it to wear out sooner than later. So make the decision about how you are going to get your carpet cleaned and follow through this time. You’ll be glad you did!

DirectBuy offers a wide selection of beautiful carpet for every room in your home. All types of carpets in all kinds of materials, colors, and patterns are available at savings up to 50% off retail when you’re ready to purchase new carpet.

Berber carpet may be better suited for families who do not have small children or pets since the loops of Berber carpet can be snagged and ruin the look of your beautiful flooring. There are many other choices of carpet that will probably be better suited for families with young children or pets.

If you love the look of Berber carpet, installing it in a formal living room where there is not as much activity could also be a solution for younger families.

DirectBuy offers an extensive selection of all types of carpet for your home. Manufacturer-direct prices and savings up to 50% off retail allows  you to get quality carpet and save.

Many things affect the level of static generated such as differences in environments, different types of fiber, construction methods of carpet, materials used as backing, carpet pads, and sometimes even the type of floor over which carpet is placed can be a source of the problem.

Carpet properly tested by the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists ensures an acceptable static performance level for carpet used in home environments. However, static performance can be altered over time as a result of wear, soiling, cleaning, temperature, and relative humidity. When any of these changes occur, the levels of static electricity can change as well.

Today, carpet is available with built-in static inhibitors including specific fiber blends and specially engineered coated fibers which limit the static accumulation. If static shock becomes a problem in your home, the situation can best be reduced by maintaining a proper balance of relative humidity with a humidifier. You can also contact a professional carpet cleaner and have a non-permanent antistatic product applied to your carpet.

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The cut pile carpets are extremely popular and have the loops cut thereby resulting in tufts of fiber left loose.  The cut pile variety is strong and durable and includes three kinds of carpet fibers.

Frieze:  This cut pile carpet type is just right for placing in any informal location that is widely used at home.  The Frieze cut pile carpet is made up of highly twisted fibers that end up looking short. Frieze cut pile carpets camouflage marks on the track by curling up in many directions.

Saxony:  This is another type of cut pile variety wherein the yarn produced has two or more fibers twisted. The Saxony variety may be used in casual as well as formal areas of your home. The durability of Saxony is not as good as Frieze.

Plush:  This is another cut pile variety that has a velvety soft, smooth surface.  These are to be used in the classy areas of your home to give it a rich and stylish look. The Plush variety is the ideal choice for living rooms, bedrooms etc.

When cut pile and loop pile are combined together, it is known as cut and loop pile carpets.  These come in attractive designs and color combinations. The level loop pile is by far the most popular type for its long life, and anti-marks resistance. Loops of yarn are weaved from both sides in the level loop pile carpet. Maintenance is easy with this type of carpet.

The Berber variety has wool or nylon fibers woven into yarn making it thick.  The Berber variety is quite durable and is a great choice for casual areas of the home.

Multi-level loop pile carpet has loops in various levels of height thereby providing an eye-catching design. Durability of the Multi-level loops is quite good.

Whatever type of carpet you prefer for your home, DirectBuy has a fantastic selection for you to choose from. You’ll find brand-name, top-quality carpet at prices up to 50% off retail.

Selection of different carpets based on shapes and sizes can be quite mind-boggling. The wall-to-wall variety of carpets encompasses the complete area of a room floor. This helps to cover up any marks or stains on the floor and also helps in room insulation.

Then there are other types of smaller carpets such as carpet runners, area rugs, carpet squares, scatter rugs, etc.  Each one of these has its own utility.  Carpet runners are commonly found in long corridors or hallways. Area rugs are easily movable and come in attractive designs. Scatter rugs are mostly used either at the entrance of the door, washroom door or beneath the kitchen sink.

The decision to purchase carpet should be made after a lot of thought on its utility. Maintenance and cleaning factors should also be considered before buying. The type of fiber used whether it is wool or synthetic fiber ought to be checked.  Other factors such as budget, design, color and texture should also be taken into account.

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Pet odor is probably one of the biggest problem pet owners with carpet face. Carpet holds odors in, but if you bathe and brush your pets on a regular basis, you can avoid pet odors

Another issue for carpet with pets around is stains. Whether from vomit or a potty accident, both require two different types of treatment. If your pet has an accident before it makes it to the litter box or outside for a potty break, you can clean it by dabbing up the stain with a damp sponge or cloth. Next, scrub the stain out with water and vinegar – this removes the stain and the odor. In the case of vomit, vinegar and water alone won’t do it – you need to call up the professionals.

As with anything else, if you want your carpet to last and look good for a long time, you have to take care of it. Proper and routine maintenance is the key to keeping your carpet looking and smelling pet-free.

DirectBuy carries a wide variety of carpet at manufacturer-direct wholesale prices. A one-stop shop for all your furnishing, home building and remodeling needs, DirectBuy has virtually everything – including the kitchen sink – for in and around your home.