Carpet Myths

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Five Common Carpet Myths Debunked

Carpet has been the most popular floor covering in America for decades for good reason – carpets feel soft, reduce noise and insulate rooms. But some common misconceptions deter people from buying carpets. Before purchasing flooring, consider the following information from Shaw Floors: (Shaw Industries, one of the world’s largest carpet and flooring manufacturers, has provided information dispelling five common myths concerning carpet. This information is substantiated by results of studies by the EPA and experience from the flooring industry at large)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=”MYTH 1: Asthma and allergy sufferers should not have carpet in their home.” tab_id=”1544877455202-1f5b7189-cb35″][vc_column_text]FACT: EPA’s multiple scientific studies have concluded that carpet fibers, in trapping and immobilizing potential allergy-causing particulates, can actually help people with allergies. If allergens are in the carpet, they’re not circulating in the indoor air stream. We at Canadian Flooring & Renovations recommend using a HEPA-filter vacuum to fully remove such particles from the indoor environment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MYTH 2: Carpet is hard to maintain – it stains and wears out very easily.” tab_id=”1544877455221-9c4075f8-1082″][vc_column_text]FACT: Simple steps can extend the life of your carpet and keep it looking new. Frequent vacuuming removes soil particles before they get below the surface of the pile, where they are far more difficult to remove. At Canadian Flooring & Renovations we recommend that your carpets should be vacuumed 2-3 times per week. Additionally, carpet in a typical household should be thoroughly cleaned every 12 to 18 months. Hot water or steam cleaning extraction systems provide the most effective cleaning. Professional carpet cleaners generally get the best results.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MYTH 3: Carpet is outdated and boring.” tab_id=”1544877457851-c122e985-7045″][vc_column_text]FACT: Carpets come in patterns ranging from traditional hounds tooth to exotic zebra, and in stylish colors like chocolate or mint green. Many consumers use a mix of carpet, hardwood and tile in their homes.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MYTH 4: Carpet emits harmful chemicals that cause health problems.” tab_id=”1544877461672-6951c693-cc8a”][vc_column_text]FACT: Carpet is one of the lowest emitters of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) among household furnishings and building materials. Shaw carpets meet the industry’s highest VOC standard, the Carpet & Rug Institute’s Green Label Plus program.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”MYTH 5: Carpet is bad for the environment” tab_id=”1544877463056-560b0624-264d”][vc_column_text]FACT: Floor manufacturers now provide many eco-friendly options for environmentally-conscious consumers. For example; Shaw carpets made of Anso or EverTouch nylon can be recycled at Shaw’s Evergreen Nylon Recycling Facility, where they are broken down and remade into new carpet fiber. The process helps turn carpet into a renewable product and keeps carpet waste out of landfills. And Shaw’s ClearTouch carpets contain recycled content made from plastic bottles.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row]