In the Beginning - Woven Carpet
The carpet industry in the United States began in 1791 when William Sprague started the first woven carpet mill in Philadelphia. Others opened during the early 1800s in New England. Included in that area was Beattie Manufacturing Company in Little Falls, New Jersey, a company that operated until 1979.
In 1839, […]
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History of the Carpet Industry in the United States
November 20th, 2007 · No Comments
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10 Questions to Ask a Carpet Installer
November 18th, 2007 · No Comments
10 QUESTIONS YOU MUST ASK BEFORE HIRING ANY CARPET INSTALLER
Before you begin calling around to find an installer, there are a few questions you need to know to ask a potential installer in order to be sure you find a good one.
1. Are you licensed bonded and insured? Many states now require contractor certification. Even […]
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Benefits of Carpets
November 12th, 2007 · No Comments
Carpet - nothing looks like it, feels like it or performs like it. Carpet is a key decorative and functional element in a home or business. Carpet - It just feels better.
Comfort- Insulation
Carpet provides an added measure of warmth and insulation with its millions of fibers and places between them to hold warmth or to […]
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Carpet Basics
November 12th, 2007 · No Comments
Carpet is still the flooring of choice for many American homeowners where warmth and comfort are a priority in their decorating. Choosing the right color and style with confidence is easier if you have a basic understanding of today’s carpet fashions and how they apply to your personal tastes and lifestyle. Mohawk offers the finest […]
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Carpet Styles
November 10th, 2007 · No Comments
How to be a smart carpet shopper!
Common Carpet Styles
For most applications the carpet style you select is a matter of preference. You can also buy varying qualities of all styles available. First, select the style of carpet you like best and then consider what quality you should buy. Rather than post pictures of carpets for […]
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Carpet Fibers
November 1st, 2007 · No Comments
Selecting The Right Carpet Fiber For You
In this section we will be discussing carpet fibers, the most important aspect in selecting the right carpet for the home, office or rental. To make it easy on you, I will give you a two word crash course on carpet fibers; Buy Nylon! Nylon is by far the […]
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