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Information on Carpets

• Advantages of Carpets
• Selecting the "Right" Carpet

Advantages of Carpets

• Carpets are more economical to maintain than most smooth flooring.
• Carpets have certain acoustical values :absorb sounds and thus provide a good environment in homes & workplaces, specially in this age of noise pollution caused not only by vehicles and heavy machinery but also by numerous equipment like phones, computers, air-conditioning systems etc. he factors that affect a carpet's acoustic value are:
  • Nature of pile: height, cut or looped pile
  • Method of installation
• Carpets provide energy conservation because of their insulative properties. They provide a warm and cosy indoor environment.
• Carpets provide comfort because of their shock-absorbing properties and anti-skid surface, unlike hard flooring which may become very slippery when wet.
• Carpets improve interiors for people with handicaps.
  • Low-pile, high density carpet provides a good surface for people using wheelchairs.
  • For people using crutches or canes, firmly anchored carpets provide a non-skid surface.
  • Textures and shapes of carpets may provide sensory clues to blind people or people with limited sight.

Selecting the "Right" Carpet

• Appearance: The appearance or the aesthetics of the carpet can be described in terms of pattern, color scheme, shape and size.The only criteria for this is what pleases you. Needless to say, the size, shape and color scheme should be in harmony with the intended surroundings also!
• Durability: Durability is an important quality to look for in the carpet that you plan to buy.  Some of the questions that you need to ask about your carpet's durability are: Can the carpet take abuse? Has it been treated with soil retardants , stain repellants etc.? Can it resist mildew and other microbial attacks? How cleanable is the carpet? Are the colors fast? Is the carpet flame resistant?
• Cost: The total cost involved can be divided into the following categories:
  • Purchase Price: It is usually given in dollars per square yard for carpet only / cushion only/ for assembly. Remember, you might need to purchase extra material for pattern matching.
  • Installation Cost : The installation charges may include charges for removing old carpet, repairing cracks and worn floor. Additional treatments like reducing moisture or alkalinity, charges for installing the carpet, charges for installing the cushion.
  • Maintenance Expenses: This is essentially the cost of cleaning (largely the labor involved) and any repairs that might be required..

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