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Key to a Clean Carpet: Use a CRI-Certified Vacuum

By The Carpet and Rug Institute

Categories: Green Cleaning, Vacuuming, Carpets & Flooring, Furnishings & Dusting, Health & Safety
Tagged: Asthma And Allergies, Carpet, Carpet And Rug Institute, Carpet Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning Machines, Cleaning Product Recommendations, Cleaning Products, Cleaning Resources, Cleaning Supplies, CRI, House Cleaning Tips, Vacuum Cleaners, Vacuuming

There is one simple step to improving the cleanliness of your carpet and the indoor air quality in your home: regular vacuuming with a Carpet and Rug Institute- or CRI-certified machine.

 

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A CRI-certified vacuum effectively sucks up the dust from the carpet, locks it in the machine and keeps it out of the air. Vacuums that effectively remove and contain soil help carpets last longer and keep them looking attractive, while capturing allergens and other particles. 

 

Vacuum Cleaners Get Tested

 

Forward-thinking vacuum cleaner companies have voluntarily had their equipment tested via the not-for-profit CRI Seal of Approval (SOA) program, and those vacuums that pass rigorous testing have been awarded either a Green Label or the even more advanced Gold, Silver or Bronze SOA designation for effective soil removal, indoor air quality protection, and minimal carpet wear. These include vacuum cleaner models from companies such as Oreck, Tacony, Hoover, ProTeam and many others. 

 

Companies with CRI-vetted vacuum cleaners for homes can also volunteer for a review by The Housekeeping Channel (HC). The following companies have participated in the HC Review Program to date:

 

Oreck

ProTeam

 

For a list of all CRI Green Label and Gold, Silver or Bronze Seal of Approval (SOA) vacuum cleaners, visit the CRI Web site. When using any vacuum cleaner be sure to vacuum slowly and to make several passes over each area of carpet, to clean or change filters regularly, and to keep belts, brushes and cords in good repair. For more tips on vacuuming, visit the Vacuuming Section on the CRI Web site or searchVacuum Cleaners on The Housekeeping Channel Web site.

The Housekeeping Channel (HC), a for-profit educational LLC, provides the information on HousekeepingChannel.com as a free service to the public. The intent is to disseminate accurate, verified and science-based information on cleaning and housekeeping.

 

While an effort is made to ensure the quality of the content and credibility of sources listed on this site, HC provides no warranty - expressed or implied - and assumes no legal liability for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, product or process disclosed on or in conjunction with the site. The views and opinions of the authors or originators expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of HC: its principals, executives, Board members, advisors or affiliates.

Key to a Clean Carpet: Use a CRI-Certified Vacuum:  Created on June 2nd, 2009.  Last Modified on December 1st, 2009

 

About The Carpet and Rug Institute

The Carpet and Rug InstituteThe Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry. Its members are manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers, representing over 90% of all carpet produced in the United States. CRI is the source for science-based information and insight into how carpet and rugs can create a better environment — for living, working, learning and healing. For more information, visit the CRI Blog.