Karastan machine woven wool rugs are made with very good quality wool and dyes, and is the top end of the machine woven rug world. With proper care they can last many decades and still be like new. They require the same care as hand knotted wool rugs. Wool has a natural short term repellency […]
Hand woven rugs with no pile are referred to as “flatweave” rugs. Kilims, dhurries, Navajos, and tapestries fall into this broad category. Some are reversible, and some are not. Some have fringe, and some do not. They are woven by hand from natural fibers (primarily wool, cotton, and silk). Quality wool is a durable and […]
Chunky, felted wool rugs are often referred to as “noodle” rugs because the wool pieces look like big pasta noodles. They are a dense, bouncy floor covering. They are often wool chunks strung into a cotton, heavy backing material. Shedding and pilling is common with all felted wool in traffic areas. Trim pulls with scissors. […]
Weaving regions can give wool rugs a “luster wash” to chemically create more sheen to the rug so it shines more like silk. This is similar to highlighting hair, in that the fibers are lightened and smoothed using solutions similar to bleach. “Luster washing” done well creates a beautiful effect to the rugs. They have […]
Keeping Your Carpets Clean: The Basics Keeping your carpet clean is a constant process. You must continually be on top of removing dirt, grime, and stains from your carpet while also attempting to prevent them from ever getting onto your carpet in the first place. By taking the right approach, however, you can keep your […]
Your office carpets make an impression on your clients, your employees, and your partners. But the materials you choose and how you maintain them can determine whether the impression is positive or negative. In Niagara Falls, PCS Niagara is a great resource to help you clean and maintain your carpets. Tips For Better Workspace Carpets […]
Carpets are made up of tightly twisted fibers that are closely grouped together. Since carpets tend to be the most trafficked furnishing in our homes, these fibers are constantly exposed to wear and tear. Considering the fact that our carpets are walked on, laid on, spilled on, and sat on daily, it is no wonder […]
How long have you owned the carpeting in your home and when was the last time it had more than a vacuum? Many homeowners will go a long period of time without calling professional carpet cleaners to remove spots and stains, and give the carpet a really good deep cleaning. Carpets get trodden on, and […]
Picture this! You and your family have just spent a perfect afternoon at the beach. You have laid out in the sun, built sandcastles, and swam in the ocean. Now, as your family enters your home, beach towels, sandals, sand pails, and empty sunscreen bottles are strewn across the carpet as your family marches upstairs […]
The flooring world is going through its own technological surge. Over the past few years, the incredible visuals on hard surface floors have enhanced laminate, vinyl and even tile to mimic natural materials. Now carpet manufacturers are maximizing technology to create stunning patterns and amazing new features. Consumers want a stylish, high-performing carpet that complements […]
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