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Carpet And Rug Institute
Carpet and Rug Institute
The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.
Carpet And Rug Institute
CRI
An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.
Carpet Cleaning
Cellulosic Browning
Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.
XRF
X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology is a fast, highly accurate method for analyzing the soil removal capability of cleaning products such as vacuum cleaners.
Vacuum cleaner soil removal
How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.
Vacuum cleaner dust release
The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.
Oriental rug
This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.
Rug, area
These efficient dirt collectors need regular cleaning to stay in good shape.
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning
Low Moisture Carpet Cleaning consists of methods or procedures that enable carpet fibers to dry to their natural state in two hours or less.
Carpet Terms
Carpet Terms
Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
IICRC
An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, now The Clean Trust, a standards and certification organization.
Truck-mounted extractor
These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.
Hot Water Extraction
Hot water extraction
Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.
Carpet Extractors
Extraction cleaning
Process in which a hot, water-based cleaning solution is injected into and extracted from the carpet nap, taking with it the loosened soil.
Portable extractor
These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.
House Cleaning Tips
High traffic area
Flooring that gets the most foot traffic needs extra attention.
Bathroom Rug
Bathroom rug
Just chuck them into the washing machine.
Carpet Cleaning
Cattle tracks
These paths aren’t caused by livestock.
Stainmaster
Stainmaster
Since 2004, this former Dupont trademark name for carpet fiber has been owned by Invista of Wichita, KS, a division of Koch Industries, Inc.
Wicking
An explanation of how dirt can re-appear on a (supposedly) clean carpet or sofa.