Estimating Carpet Size
You might think the answer to that question is obvious - but think again!
One of the most common pitfalls when shopping for any carpet product is coming up short. Most carpet is sold in widths of 12 or 15 feet. However, it's priced in square yards. Confused?
Here's a simple formula for calculating your carpeting needs and cost:

Multiply the length and width (in feet) of each room to be carpeted.
Next you will want to calculate your overage so multiply the total by 1.1 to ma...

History of the Carpet Industry in the United States

Woven Carpet
The carpet industry in the United States began in 1791 when William Sprague started the first woven carpet mill in Philadelphia. Others opened during the early 1800s in New England. Included in that area was Beattie Manufacturing Company in Little Falls, New Jersey, a company that operated until 1979. In 1839, Erastus Bigelow permanently reshaped the industry with the invention of the power loom for weaving carpets. Bigelow's loom, w...

Deep Cleaning When, Why & Who

Daily vacuuming is the most important cleaning activity, but restorative cleaning must be performed to remove stubborn or embedded soil. It is recommended that carpet be cleaned using a restorative cleaning method every 12 months before soiling shows. Use a cleaning method recommended by the carpet manufacturer to maintain your warranty.
Professional Cleaning Services should be considered before your carpet and rugs begin to show soil. Letting carpet and rugs become e...

Carpet Appearance and Retention
Carpet in heavily traveled areas receives the most wear. For better appearance and longer carpet life, try to reduce the amount of traffic on these areas, or you may use small rugs in front of heavily used chairs or furniture. Remove and clean these rugs while vacuuming the primary carpet or rug. Occasional moving of furniture and reversing of area rugs also is recommended. Although some change will eventually occur in the texture of your carpet, reducing the wear ...

Decorating your home with carpet is both fun and exciting. Homes, like people, express a personality. You carefully pick clothes to match a certain look and feel. You can pick carpeting to create a look and feel for the personality of your home. Your carpet selections can make your home a beautiful place to share with family and friends.

If you have ever woken upon a cold morning or watched a toddler tumble while taking its first few steps, then you already know why carpet is the flooring choice...