Q:So, I m moving to an apartment that has totally outdated carpet. I want to change it, but obviously I can t being that it is an apartment I m renting. Are there any other options, other than buying a giant rug? Also, what are carpet tiles? I ve heard that they re cheaper than actual carpet, but do they require installation? Are they permanent? DIY people, help!!

You will not be happy about how these look if you put them over existing carpet and they are typically NOT cheaper than regular carpet. Your best bet is probably just big area rugs on top of existing carpet to define areas of use like living area, dining area, etc.

Q:Kids took natural fiber rug outside while cleaning hardwood floors. Boom - Super thunderstorm. Next day rug is soaked, its not looking good at all. is there anything I can do to recover it? After a day or two in the sun trying to dry it out one spot near edge is beginning to grow mold. Can I save it?

Absorbent Pads, lots of air flow, and a little Lysol spray on moldy areas, great homemade mold killer,2 teaspoons tea tree oil 2 cups water. Combine in a spray bottle, shake to blend, and spray on problem areas.Do not rinse.

Q:last night i left the top of the cage open for my hamster. he climbed out and chewed loads of holes in the carpet. is there a cheap way to patch or replace the carpet

Wow that sounds just like what my puppy did,but of course they were way bigger.I really hate to contradict everyone else who answered but they were only half right. Cutting patches from inconspicuous areas is the right thing to do but using glue isn't. If it were they would install carpeting in houses using glue.You wont see that happening ever unless it was outside carpeting for a patio.Reason is it wouldn't be on there very long with traffic due to people walking on it, and use from the vacuum cleaner. The glue would not hold. That is why they sew carpet when they have to use two separate pieces to finish a room. Or to patch it. If you will be happy with the temporary fix and don't mind doing it over in about two weeks then go for it. If not you will need to sew your little patches. I sewed mine as I could not afford new carpet but couldn't stand to see it with holes in it. Either way, I hope it works out for you.

Q:I have heard that cleaning a carpet with a quot;carpet cleanerquot; can actually harm the carpet. How do I clean my carpet, which is brand new, without harming it? I heard you have to put scotch guard or something on it.....idk please help! Thanks!

My partner and I run a successful Carpet Steam Cleaning business and have heard every rumor going over the years. First a professional Steam Cleaner that knows what he is doing will never 'ruin' your carpet. Many less professional cleaners may not re-extract all of the detergent out of the carpet correctly and as these detergents are designed to attract dirt you end up with what is called 'resoling' with the carpet getting dirtier much faster than before but this in itself does not damage any of the fibers nor is it dangerous to any children or pets and much more likely to occur with a hired machine as the vacuum is usually not strong enough. However we have received many calls over the years by people who have incorrectly used hired machines and permanently damaged their carpets (Usually water related damage) in the process. Personally I wouldn't let one of those machines anywhere near my carpet they run too cold and have limited suction Call in a professional it's like comparing a moped to Harley Davidson Do not attempt to scotch guard your carpet yourself this really does need to be done by a professional (Most Carpet Cleaning Companies will do it for an extra fee) The scotch guarding itself is not difficult or dangerous however it needs to be done immediately after a professional clean. It works by creating a protective membrane on the surface of the carpet to prevent dirt from getting through but it works both ways any dirt still in the carpet cannot get out after application until it wears off in 3-4 years time In most Countries the local health authorities recommend getting the carpets cleaned Once or Twice a year

Q:I AM REPLACING CARPET IN MY HOME. ITS JUST MY WIFE AND ME. WE WANT GOOD CARPET, BUT I AM ALSO INTERESTED IN GETTING A GOOD VALUE. A BALANCE BETWEEN QUALITY AND PRICE. CAN SOMEONE HELP WITH GUIDELINES OR SUGGESTIONS ON CHOSING CARPET? THANK YOU

Price will tell you the quality. But in general look how thick it is. Thin carpets are usually not the best quality.

Q:I recently rented a condo and the carpets were filthy. Used my Bissell in February and March to clean it. It looks better, but I still see dirt stains. Is it safe to shampoo it once a month until its clean?

You might want to consider having the carpets professionally cleaned this one time and then you can use your bissell to touch up. You could clean the carpet yourself once a month with no damage to the carpet. However, the one problem with the home cleaning units is that they do not extract enough of the water and this causes the stains to reoccur. They are good for surface cleaning, but you need to have a deep thorough cleaning to remove the stains that you still have.

Q:I need a purple or black rug for my room. not a huge one but just for the side of my bed. I have been searching all over the place for one. price range uo to 30$ . Thank you and the best site with the cheapist price WILL be rewarded 10 pnts.

wal-mart has are rugs on sale right now for 24.88 so go to your local wal-mart and get one... they have all colors!

Q:We just got New carpeting through our house yesterday, how often should I have the carpeting cleaned...is it every 6 months or every year?Thanks

I wouldn't do it more often than once a year or even every 2 years if I have a good efficient vacuum cleaner and the carpet doesnt get grubby. Washing the carpet can matt the fibres if its wollen and also wear the carpet out. I have used a carpet Drycleaning service and had great results and you are left with dry carpet.

Q:What carpet doesn't peel and can be machine washed?

1., reduce the height of cashmere height; if the pile height is unchanged, it will increase the cashmere weight. 2. increase the density of the carpet surface. 3., you can use chemical fiber or spinning yarn in blended yarn. The chemical fibers in blended yarns increase the overall strength of the yarn while the worsted yarns increase the overall strength of the yarn as well as increase the friction between the fibers. 4. use anti dropping hair protectant. (this way it affects the softness of the carpet.)

Q:EVerytime I sit on my carpet I get irritated and break out in small welts, actually it seems like my whole house makes me itch! what can this be..will shampooing my carpet help this situation out?

yes. carpets have lots of allergens in them You could also have fleas in the carpet. Keep your house very clean - dust and vacccum every week. See if this helps.