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CARPET: comfort, beauty, warmth. No other household purchase better
communicates the style and tone of your home.
Carpet is an investment that will last a long time. Proper installation
and regular maintenance are essential in enhancing your carpet’s
performance.
A quality installation is critical to the performance, and life of your carpet,
as much as it is to the appearance.
Before Installation
Have a clear understanding of the services the retailer will provide
and be aware of those that you must handle. For example, while most
installers will usually move your furniture, there may be an additional
charge. Discuss with the retailer, who will remove the existing carpet and
cushion and who will be responsible for disposal. Placement of seams is
important. Ask that seams be placed in less visible areas. Request that
the installer follow the instructions from the carpet manufacturer and/or
those set forth in the “Residential Installation Standard. CRI 105”,
the accepted industry standards.
Before the installers arrive, complete other remodeling projects
intended in the room, such as painting and wallpapering. Vacuum the old
carpet to avoid the possibility of airborne dust and dirt. After the
carpet and cushion are removed, vacuum the sub-floor.
During Installation
Upon delivery, inspect the new carpet for proper color, texture, and
style, and ensure that it is free of visible defects before it is
installed. Carpet should be power stretched to minimize wrinkles and
ripples. New, thicker carpet may prevent doors from swinging clear and
free. The installer will remove the doors and re-hang them if possible. If
the doors do not clear, arrange to have them trimmed.
It is your responsibility during installation to provide an adequate
supply of fresh air, as with other renovation projects. Open windows and
doors, use an exhaust fan, or operate the fan of your heating or air
conditioning system.
After Installation
Vacuum your carpet after installation to remove loose fibers. You may
notice a slight new carpet smell, which should dissipate quickly.
Ventilate the area for 48 to 72 hours. If you are unusually sensitive to
odors or allergy prone, you may want to avoid the installation area during
this period.
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