Luxurious and Extravagant, Carpets are a must have accessory for your living space. When installing your carpet make sure to do some pre-planning such as taking accurate measurements. If you are planning to stay in your home while the carpet is being installed, you should plan accordingly to minimize the amount of disruption, as some installation materials can produce strong odors or heavy noises. Carpet maintenance is vital in keeping you carpet, fresh looking and snug! A routine cleaning of your carpet will keep it looking gorgeous for the year round. Go for annual deep cleaning as it removes all the dust, dirt or any tiny food bit that your vacuum may have missed. In this blog we will discuss about installation and maintenance of a carpet.
Carpet Installation
- Before Installation: Before the day of the installation, make sure that:
- The site of installation should be completely enclosed, with all the windows, doors and thresholds locked in place.
- All wet processes such as drywall or plaster should be finished well before the installation.
- Ventilation systems such as air conditioning and heating should be operable.
- Work area should be directly connected with electricity and water.
- Ensure that any new or unfinished quarter round or base molding that is being provided by you, should be painted or stained.
For Areas Directly Affected by the Installation Process:
- Make sure to cover the entryways and vents of the installation area to contain any dust or debris.
- To carve an easy access to the installation area, make sure to clear the path through your home by removing any debris or objects.
- Make sure to cover the floor and furniture along this path and in areas surrounding the installation.
- Make sure to remove all items from your bookcases, cabinets, closets, etc.
- Ensure that your remove all breakable items such as mirror, lamps, antiques, wall hangings or other such valuable items from the area of installation.
- You should make sure to disconnect or remove any electronic equipment such as television from the area.
- Make sure to remove the electrical wiring running under carpet, along the baseboard or door casings.
- Make sure to remove all the furniture from the room where installation is going to happen.
Things to Keep in Mind During Installation:
- Make sure you have an adult (over the age of 18) at the site of installation to make all the installation related decisions.
- Ensure that the temperature of the area remains between 60° and 80°
- Keep your children and pets away from the area of installation.
After Installation Process:
- Make sure to change your Air filters.
- If required, complete any touchup painting on door, walls or trim.
- Ensure that all the doors are working properly. If the carpet installed is thicker than your previous carpet, then the doors might not swing freely. If this happens, hire a carpenter for trimming or installing replacements.
- Next, carefully move back all the furniture and other décor item in your room using proper moving equipments.
- Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and place appropriate protectors on the feet of your furniture such as chair and tables to avoid any damage to your carpet.
- Make sure to immediately commence the proper care and maintenance of your carpet. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation to keep your carpet eligible for warranty and keep it looking fresh and new.
Carpet Maintenance
- Vacuuming: Proper and regular vacuuming is one of the most effective ways of keeping your carpet fresh and clean. Make sure to follow a routine vacuum schedule to remove 90-95% of dry soil from your carpet effectively
- Spot Cleaning: You must make sure to remove the stains and spills from your carpet to reduce the likelihood of getting a permanent stain and to get the most out of your carpet.
- Avoid Scrubbing: This is one of the most common carpet cleaning mistakes one can incur. When there is a scrubbing motion on the carpet, this forces the stain deeper into the carpet fibers.
- Deep Cleaning: In this method, a cleaning mixture is injected deep into the carpet under pressure with the help of water-jet nozzles. The dirt and debris is extracted along with the cleaning solution with the help of the machine.
