Showing posts with label carpet. Show all posts
Showing posts with label carpet. Show all posts

Monday, October 5, 2009

Word of the Week

Direct Glue-Down — An installation method whereby the carpet is adhered to the floor.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Word of the Week

Pile Crush —
Loss of pile thickness due to compression and bending of tufts caused by traffic and heavy furniture. The tufts collapse into the air space between them. This may be irreversible if the yarn has inadequate resilience or the pile has insufficient density for the traffic load. Frequent vacuuming will lift the pile for longer carpet life.

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Word of the Week

Soil Retardant — A chemical finish applied to fibers or carpet surfaces that inhibits the attachment of soil.