http://www.carpet.net/ en-us 2004-09-22T15:30:36-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/09/flood_victims.php Victims of flooding from the recent storms that hit the east coast of the United States can contact Carpet.Net for a special discount.... Latest News robbie 2004-09-22T15:30:36-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/frequently_aske.php Can carpet affect a person's health? The carpet industry has worked very closely with academic institutions, the government, and independent laboratories to evaluate carpet's role in the indoor environment. Throughout those evaluations, scientific evidence has indicated no links of adverse human health effects to VOC emissions from carpet. Although it is highly unlikely you will experience any effects from your new carpet, some individuals have reported allergy-like symptoms after new carpet has been installed. Some of these reports investigated by the CPSC resulted in a conclusion that it "could not establish a cause and effect relationship between the carpet and... Indoor Air Quality donnie 2004-06-14T22:16:56-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/factors_that_af.php What Factors Affect Indoor Air Quality? Today, indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important environmental consideration. Because we spend approximately 90 percent of our time indoors, we must do everything possible to improve the air we breathe. During the energy crisis of the '70s, Americans began to tightly close their workplaces and homes in order to conserve energy resources. Currently, many families have both parents working, with less cleaning time in the home. Ventilation and cleanliness play important parts in maintaining good air quality; although, the indoor environment is impacted by many factors. Among the factors that may impact the... Indoor Air Quality donnie 2004-06-14T22:12:05-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/essentail_insta.php Carpet and related materials must be stored in a heated, dry space. Carpet shall be transported in a manner that prevents damage and distortion. Carpet should be unrolled and adequately relaxed prior to commencement of installation. Carpet should only be installed over properly prepared substrates and subfloors. Other trades must have completed their work before carpet is to be installed. Carpet shall be installed only after the HVAC system is operational with the temperature maintained above 65ºF (18ºC) and the relative humidity below 65%. Seams shall be kept to a minimum and positioned so that where possible: Seams run... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T22:11:09-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/adhesive_instal.php Site Conditions The environment in which the carpet is to be installed must be controlled with the temperature between 65° F and 95° F (18° C and 35° C) and the relative humidity between 10% and 65%. The slab temperature should not be less than 65° F (18° C). These conditions must be maintained for at least 48 hours before, during, and 48 hours after the installation. Floor Preparation The concrete must be inspected to determine the special care that might be required to make it a suitable foundation for carpet. All cracks, holes, joints, and protrusions must be adequately... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T22:08:09-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/carpet_over_hea_1.php The advantages of energy efficiency combined with a distinctly comfortable heat source have made heated floors increasingly popular in many parts of the country. Often referred to as hydronic or "radiant-heated" floors, these floor systems have been popular in Europe for many years. Most systems utilize low-temperature water of about 80° F to 125° F flowing through flexible tubing installed beneath the floors. These systems can be embedded in concrete slabs, lightweight overpours or in joist cavities. Floor Covering Considerations With a floor heating system, the entire floor works as a giant radiator. The comfort benefits are immediately obvious under... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T22:07:20-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/floor_preparati.php Temperature and Humidity - The environment in which the carpet is to be installed must be controlled with the temperature between 65o F and 95o F (18o C and 35o C) and the relative humidity between 10% and 65%. If installing over concrete, the slab temperature should not be less than 65o F (18o C). These conditions must be maintained for at least 48 hours before, during, and 48 hours after the installation. Floor Preparation - Each subfloor shall be inspected to determine the special care required to make it a suitable foundation for carpet. All cracks 1/8 inch (3... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T22:04:20-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/guidance_for_re.php Buckles, wrinkles, and bubbles normally do not occur with properly stretched-in carpet. Power stretching following these recommendations should correct the situation when these conditions arise. Remove all furniture from each room. Loosen the carpet from all tackstrip. Check that all tackstrip is firmly anchored to floor. The proper gully for the tackstrip is slightly less than the thickness of the carpet, and not exceeding 3/8 inch. Check for cushion (padding) that may have bunched up under the carpet because of inadequate fastening of the cushion. Check for delamination of the secondary backing. Correct all of these conditions before proceeding. The... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T22:01:08-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/installing_carp.php Proper procedures, including stretching and seaming, are best done by a qualified, professional installer following CRI standards for installation of residential or commercial carpet. However, carpet with attached cushion can be installed for residential use by the do-it-yourselfer. The attached cushion makes carpet rolls lightweight and easy to handle. With a few simple, inexpensive tools and double-faced tape, you can complete a beautiful, quality installation in no time. (Professional installers will find that carpet with attached cushion can be installed quickly and easily using a good quality, low VOC, multi-purpose adhesive.) (See adhesive testing program.) The tools you will need... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T21:58:30-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/carpet_installa_1.php Stretch-in Installation There are situations in which the specifier will wish to utilize the stretch-in method. Its selection may be for one of the following reasons: Provides enhanced underfoot comfort, acoustical properties (i.e., higher noise reduction coefficients and higher impact noise ratings) when installed with separate cushion Increases thermal insulation (R-value) Can be used over floors that are unsuitable for glue-down Patterned carpet may be more easily matched Corrective measures, such as seam repair, may be easier to perform Removal costs usually are less than the removal of an adhered installation Stretch-in installations should be avoided: On ramps and... Carpet Installation donnie 2004-06-14T21:46:46-05:00 http://www.carpet.net/archives/2004/06/carpet_installa.php Comfort, beauty, warmth -- no other household purchase better communicates the style and tone of your home. Carpet is an investment that will last a long time. Proper installation and regular maintenance are essential in enhancing your carpet’s performance. The Carpet & Rug Institute has compiled the following useful information to help you preserve your investment. Installation: A quality installation is critical to the performance of your carpet and will protect your indoor air quality. When having your carpet installed, the Carpet and Rug Institute advises obtaining the services of an installation contractor who adheres to the Standard for Installation... 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