Carpetguru Says
Information on scams in the carpet business and how to be a savy carpet shopper.
Rug and Carpet Fibers: Selection and Care
Describes types of fibers and construction characteristics. Offers tips and advice for selecting and caring for carpets and ruges.
Carpet Selection: Construction and Texture
Carpet construction methods of weaving, tufting, needlepunching, flocking and knitting are covered, as are options on carpet texture.
Rug Selection and Use
Covers rug types and styles, as well as cost and consumer considerations.
Carpet Selection
Discusses carpet cost, installation and measuring, along with labels and special considerations for carpet buyers.
Floor Covering Inspector Directory
Includes a comprehensive listing of independent flooring inspectors for hire.
Carpet Corporation of America
Includes FAQs about flooring and carpets.
Carpet.org
Presented by an online merchant sales site, this offers information on types of fiber, types of carpet, installation, maintenance and cleaning.
The Carpet Buyers Handbook
Includes spot removal, cleaning, buying wholesale, installation, warrantees, questions to ask, carpeting selection, and carpet allergies.
Can Carpet Make People Sick?
Discussion of this aspect of indoor pollution form the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Hardwood Information Center
Information and articles on hardwood flooring, including how-to and care tips, refinishing guidelines, quality checklists, and a wood species guide.c
HardwoodInstaller.com
Floor types and manufacturers, what to expect when having work done, allergy and dust concerns. Installer locator, photo galleries, and reviews.
Toxic Carpeting
Documentation on alleged toxic carpeting, nontoxic carpets, Dupont and Monsanto products such as the Stainmaster carpet.
Hoover Consumer Guide to Carpet Cleaning
Covering carpet care which also discusses features to look for in vacuum cleaners. [PDF Format]
JP Flooring Systems, Inc.
This site has an informative section called floor school.
Professional Carpet Systems
Professional carpet cleaner locator and practical advice for maintaining carpet.
Rugman.com
Includes information on Persian and Oriental rug history, techniques of construction, a guide to rug buying, maintenance suggestions and a glossary of terms.
Moisture and pH
Information pertaining to how moisture and pH effect concrete floors and floor coverings.
Solutions to Problems with Wood Floors
Expert advice, examples, and techniques for installation, maintenance, and repair of wood floors.
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