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ARMSTRONG CARPET AD-BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS MAGAZINE-SEPTEMBER 1985

"ANYTHING GOES" Carpet from Armstrong was installed in an exhibition at the Knoxville World's Fair, where it was exposed to an estimated 2,249,000 visitors. (That's like more than 200 people walking through your living room every day . . . for twenty-five years!) Not only did steam cleaning restore the overall appearance, but a close examination of the individual tufts showed virtually no change!

LEE CARPETS - DISCUSSION OF CLEANING METHODS

"Steam Cleaning . . . extracts the soiled solution immediately. This method does not use any pile agitation devices and , therefore, lends itself to cleaning of various textures without creating any adverse distortion of pile. If properly operated in conjunction with an appropriate detergent, this method effectively removes soil from the carpet."

WORLD CARPETS - CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE

"Ground - in soil can only be removed by professionals with high powered equipment. Choose a professional who uses van-mounted "steam" extraction units. These cleaners are usually more efficient, deliver a higher degree of soil removal, and reduce drying time."

ALLIED FIBERS (MANUFACTURER OF ANSO IV NYLON) CARPET MAINTENANCE GUIDE

"The steam extraction cleaning method does excellent cleaning, does not cause pile distortion or flaring, and the built - in vacuum removes soil. There is no residue of shampoo to collect more dirt and this method provides excellent pile restoration."

HERCULON CARPETS ON - LOCATION MAINTENANCE BOOKLET

"Steam Cleaning - by far the most thorough on - location method for removing embedded soil. Since there is no rotary brush, there is minimum pile distortion: This is especially important in shags or plushes. Detergent build - up is minimized because of immediate vacuum pick - up."

BASF ZEFTRON CARPET CARE

Professional Cleaning - When you want to clean your carpet thoroughly, we recommend professional cleaning, because the extraction process employed by professionals leaves less detergent on the fiber, which can attract dirt and cover up your carpet's Scotchgard Stain Release protection.

CUMBERLAND CARE GUIDELINES

Cumberland Mills recommends warm water extraction by a certified technician using mild cleaning agents.

DU PONT STAIN MASTER EXTRA LIFE WARRANTY

To refresh carpet texture, a process commonly known as hot water extraction, performed by a trained, qualified carpet care professional, is required at least every 18 months.

SHAW NETWORKS CLEANING GUIDE

When correctly performed, hot water extraction is the best system for cleaning Networks carpet modules.

VECTRA CORPORATION

The VECTRA CORPORATION (olefin fiber) has this to say: The steam-extraction method is thorough; removes any residue or film left by previous shampooing, as well as soil retaining chemicals."

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS - April 1987 issue contrasts various methods: Steam Cleaning is the method most recommended by expert carpet cleaners. A two-headed machine blasts a hot-water detergent solution into the carpet, and then immediately vacuums out the dirty water. The process is excellent for badly soiled carpets."

DU PONT FLOORING SYSTEM DIVISION

"Steam/Hot Water Extraction is recommended. Other professional cleaning methods are acceptable with proper use and thorough extraction."

MONSANTO FIBER DIVISION

"Hot Water Extraction (often referred to as steam cleaning) has been demonstrated to be an effective method of cleaning your Wear Dated carpets, but other cleaning methods such as powder cleaners, bonnet and foam cleaning can be used provided thorough wet/dry extraction is used to insure maximum residue removal."

WHAT DO THE EXPERTS SAY? HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU CLEAN YOUR CARPETS?

DU PONT COMPLETE BOOK OF CARPETING

"How often you'll need professional cleaning depends on soil build up, traffic, type and color of carpeting. A good rule-of-thumb would be to professionally clean your carpet every eighteen months."

WORLD CARPETS CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE

"Carpets should be cleaned by professionals every one to three years, depending upon the color or shade, the amount of soilage, and the degree of soiling."

VECTRA CORPORATION (Olefin Fiber)

"Normal Maintenance - Steam Cleaning: The steam cleaning method is recommended every six months (commercial carpets); for heavy traffic, every three months."

"How often a carpet should be cleaned depends upon a number of variables- amount and type of soiling, color and style of the carpeting, number and types of pets, the number and age of children, the number and health of the building occupants, and the life-styles of the inhabitants. As a general rule, carpets should be cleaned between every six to eighteen months, and the intervals should never exceed three years."

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