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  • Carpet and Rug Institute

    The Carpet and Rug Institute, headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, is the national trade association for the carpet and rug industry.

  • Cellulosic Browning

    Brownish discoloration on a carpet or rug after cleaning may be cellulosic browning.

  • CRI

    An acronym for the Carpet and Rug Institute, an industry association.

  • Hot water extraction

    Carpet cleaning that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt.

  • Extraction cleaning

    A method that’s highly effective at flushing out dirt from many carpets and some rugs.

  • Portable extractor

    These machines are best for light cleanings. For tough jobs, call a professional.

  • Vacuum cleaner soil removal

    How much soil do the best vacuum cleaners remove from carpet? The answers might surprise you.

  • 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.

  • Truck-mounted extractor

    These are the dirt-busting powerhouses of carpet cleaning.

  • 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.

  • Vacuuming

    Regular cleaning and proper technique will get you through this job quickly.

  • Vacuum cleaner dust release

    The best vacuums minimize the amount of dust released into the air.
  • Carpet Terms

    Carpet Terms

    Help with carpet terminology from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).
  • Germs

    Microbes

    The scientific name for what many people call germs or bugs. Microbes contribute to foul smelling bathrooms, but also function as nature's cleaning agents.

  • Ketchup spills

    Fast action will help reduce chances this spot will become permanent.

  • Vomit

    Remove as much as you can immediately and dilute with water. Then follow these tips.

  • Oriental rug

    This is another easy-does-it job. When in doubt, seek professional help.

  • IICRC

    An acronym for the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a standards and certification organization.

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