Jute
With its soft silky luster, jute is a fine natural fiber. It is best suited to areas of the house such as sitting rooms and bedrooms, rather than the more heavily used areas such as halls and passageways. Jute is a very versatile, adaptable yarn which weaves well, looks and feels good and comes in natural tones. It can also be mixed with wool and linen, enabling more color variations, and improving durability, so the jute/wool/linen mix can be used throughout the home except for in kitchens or bathrooms.
Where you find this fiber in carpets:
Residentially, before the popularity of broadloom synthetic carpets, these fibers were typically used in higher end homes as summer rugs. With the return of hard wood floors in homes these fibers are making a comeback as summer rugs, and being used as carpets by designers in upscale homes.
Commercially, class "A" executive areas and inside high end residential condominiums where traffic is kept to a minimum and luxury is important are also potential areas to find these fibers.
Characteristics:
All natural fiber specialty carpets exhibit one single characteristic that is common to the fibers. When exposed to heat, humidity and sun light they age over time. The ageing process is exhibited in a gradual darkening of the color. Alkaline cleaning accelerates the ageing process creating a browning condition with alkaline residues leading to premature decay (rotting) of the fiber, a condition known as "Dry Rot". Jute can be dyed and is subjected to the same water based staining issues as typical synthetic / natural fibers.
What you need to know to clean:
These carpets are natural fibers with jute and or linen derived from the plant family. As with all plant fibers they are susceptible to damage from high alkalinity leading to browning rapidly and breaking down (rotting) prematurely.
When exposed to hot water solutions they swell very fast loosing dimensional stability and upon drying will not revert to their original carpet dimension.
Flat weave Jute & Jute Blends
100% Jute is typically available in flat weave only since it is a soft fiber with low abrasion resistance and durability. Flat weave jute and jute blends are best cleaned with mild agitation using either rotary or cylindrical equipment. Brushes should be the same Polyester brushes used on
silk and cotton carpet. Note: It is not recommended nor should you ever use Nylon fiber brushes on this fiber, the Nylon bristles will cause irreversible fiber damage no matter how soft you feel the brush is.
Pile weave Jute blends
Blending Jute with Linen and Wool allows for a pile carpet and rug to be made. The blending of the three fibers is performed in the spinning process and provides a yarn that is soft, luxurious and more durable. The durability of the wool lends the blended yarn to the pile process. Pile jute carpets should never be agitated, as the jute in the blend is too weak to resist agitation and will rapidly cause shedding and pilling. Note: Jute has lower moisture absorption than Linen and Wool and will saturate very quickly, when cleaning Jute blends it is recommended that your psi be between 60 and 80psi to avoid over wetting.
Cleaning:
When cleaning Jute fibers use cold water only and mild acid based chemistries. Using hot water and alkaline base chemistries will cause the fiber to brown and distort the weave.
Tools needed:
The following is a list of the equipment you need to effectively clean these specialty fiber carpets.
Rotary or Cylindrical equipment.
Polyester Brushes for the equipment.
Pump up tank sprayer, electric sprayer.
HWE extractor.
Procedures:
Always thoroughly test the carpet before you begin any procedure. For a detailed explanation and testing procedures refer to Testing Procedures for Textiles.
1. Vacuum the carpet thoroughly in two directions to remove as much dry soil as possible.
2. Thoroughly mix your cleaning chemistries according to label directions. With the exception of an enzyme based pre conditioner use cold water only.
3. Pre Condition the carpet using an Enzyme based pre conditioner to emulsify the oils.
4. Based on the fiber and weave as described above clean the carpet using either a reducing based natural fiber shampoo cleaner or a reducing based natural fiber extraction detergent.
5. Rinse carpet using a non surfactant based acid rinse to remove detergent residues. Call Superior Steam Cleaners at 443-277-7265 or go to our website http://www.superiorsteamcleaners.com/ Homeowners
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Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Health Benefits for Professional Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Are There Any Health Benefits of Professional Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning?
When spring arrives it seems to be the perfect time to dig into the house that has been closed up all winter to do some extensive spring cleaning. One of the most effective ways of really getting all of the dust, dirt, particulates and allergens out of your home is to have Superior Steam Cleaners perform carpet and upholstery cleaning. All kinds of dirt, grime, bacteria and microorganisms can collect in the fibers of your rugs, carpets and your upholstered furniture.
Superior Steam Cleaners professional carpet cleaning and upholstery cleaning can do a very effective job at removing the minute, particulate material that falls out of the air and into your carpeting and furniture, as well as the dirt that gets tracked in from the outdoors by people coming into your home. You are probably already aware of the fact that the more foot traffic, people and pets that are in your house on a regular basis, the more you need to be on top of cleaning carpets and upholstery.
People who have sensitivities to certain substances and are prone to allergies inevitably find that spring is a difficult time for them because of all of the pollen in the air. But, the good news is that you can help lessen their suffering by regularly having carpet and upholstery cleaning done in your home.
Carpeting and upholstery will collect much more than just dust and dirt. The fibers that are used in upholstery materials, rugs and carpets are a perfect breeding ground for dust mites, mildew, mold, fungi, and other microorganisms that can be serious allergens for everyone. Especially for those who have sensitivities already.
When a person that suffers from allergies comes into a home where carpet and upholstery cleaning has recently taken place, they stand a much better chance of relief from their allergies, than if they enter a house where cleaning has not been properly performed.
Upholstered furniture, rugs and carpets that haven’t been cleaned recently will release the built up dust, pollen, microorganisms, etc into the air when someone sits or walks on them. However, when the flooring or furniture has been properly maintained and professionally cleaned, you can ensure that the living environment is much healthier and everyone will be happier as a result.
In addition to its health benefits, professionally cleaned upholstery and carpets will stay looking new and vibrant much longer than products that are not maintained. The properly maintained upholstery and carpets will also last much longer and save you money in the long run.
For more information go to www.superiorsteamcleaners.com
When spring arrives it seems to be the perfect time to dig into the house that has been closed up all winter to do some extensive spring cleaning. One of the most effective ways of really getting all of the dust, dirt, particulates and allergens out of your home is to have Superior Steam Cleaners perform carpet and upholstery cleaning. All kinds of dirt, grime, bacteria and microorganisms can collect in the fibers of your rugs, carpets and your upholstered furniture.
Superior Steam Cleaners professional carpet cleaning and upholstery cleaning can do a very effective job at removing the minute, particulate material that falls out of the air and into your carpeting and furniture, as well as the dirt that gets tracked in from the outdoors by people coming into your home. You are probably already aware of the fact that the more foot traffic, people and pets that are in your house on a regular basis, the more you need to be on top of cleaning carpets and upholstery.
People who have sensitivities to certain substances and are prone to allergies inevitably find that spring is a difficult time for them because of all of the pollen in the air. But, the good news is that you can help lessen their suffering by regularly having carpet and upholstery cleaning done in your home.
Carpeting and upholstery will collect much more than just dust and dirt. The fibers that are used in upholstery materials, rugs and carpets are a perfect breeding ground for dust mites, mildew, mold, fungi, and other microorganisms that can be serious allergens for everyone. Especially for those who have sensitivities already.
When a person that suffers from allergies comes into a home where carpet and upholstery cleaning has recently taken place, they stand a much better chance of relief from their allergies, than if they enter a house where cleaning has not been properly performed.
Upholstered furniture, rugs and carpets that haven’t been cleaned recently will release the built up dust, pollen, microorganisms, etc into the air when someone sits or walks on them. However, when the flooring or furniture has been properly maintained and professionally cleaned, you can ensure that the living environment is much healthier and everyone will be happier as a result.
In addition to its health benefits, professionally cleaned upholstery and carpets will stay looking new and vibrant much longer than products that are not maintained. The properly maintained upholstery and carpets will also last much longer and save you money in the long run.
For more information go to www.superiorsteamcleaners.com
Monday, November 30, 2009
Superior Steam Cleaners Owner Randy Pierce
Randy Pierce is the owner of the Ellicott City Based SUPERIOR STEAM CLEANERS . They have been cleaning carpeting in the Ellicott City area for the past 15 years. During that time they have completed instructional courses in a variety of carpet cleaning areas. They are: Carpet Cleaning and Advanced Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning and Advanced Upholstery Cleaning, Odor Control, Smoke and Fire Restorations, Water Damage Restoration, Carpet Repair and Reinstallation, and Carpet Color Repair. These certifications are received by attending classes and completion of written exams.He has also been awarded (IICRC) The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification instructor status.
They focus on consumer education and have dedicated their company to providing the consumer with the latest information, so the consumer can make an educated decision on choosing a carpet cleaning company. They provide a counsumer information about choosing a carpet cleaner and questions to ask before inviting them into their home. This consumer information is also provided in a booklet form and may be obtained by calling 443-277-7265
They focus on consumer education and have dedicated their company to providing the consumer with the latest information, so the consumer can make an educated decision on choosing a carpet cleaning company. They provide a counsumer information about choosing a carpet cleaner and questions to ask before inviting them into their home. This consumer information is also provided in a booklet form and may be obtained by calling 443-277-7265
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Eco-Friendly Cleaning & Products From Superior Steam Cleaners
Superior Steam Cleaners is now offering the opportunity for you to purchase Eco-Friendly cleaning solutions. At Superior we are dedicated to the use of Eco-Friendly solutions to better your environment. The products are toxin free making them safe for use around kids, pets, elderly, anyone. Go to http://www.superiorsteamcleaners.com/ or www.hpbyd.com/superior for more information.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Hello Everyone
Hello Everyone,
Just wanted to tell you about this past weekend. I spent it in Raleigh NC, teaching the IICRC Carpet Cleaning Course. The class went extremely well. There were 33 students from MD, VA, NC, SC, and AL. If you don't know about the IICRC take a look at there website www.iicrc.org
It's a great place to find a company for restoration services. You may alo visit our site www.superiorsteamcleaners.com
Just wanted to tell you about this past weekend. I spent it in Raleigh NC, teaching the IICRC Carpet Cleaning Course. The class went extremely well. There were 33 students from MD, VA, NC, SC, and AL. If you don't know about the IICRC take a look at there website www.iicrc.org
It's a great place to find a company for restoration services. You may alo visit our site www.superiorsteamcleaners.com
Saturday, August 22, 2009
The True Cost of Not Maintaining Your Carpet
“The True Cost of Not Maintaining Your Carpet”
Carpet is the third largest expense for most people: Behind their house and their car. Most carpets today are petroleum based, so when the price of oil skyrocketed so did the price of carpet. There were price increases almost every 2 weeks for months, leading to a almost 15% price increase last year. A carpet that cost $38.75 per yard now costs $45.00 per yard this is for a low end mid grade carpet. In this scenario if you bought 100 yards of carpet the increase was $675.00. Now most of going to say that is really high that is because retailers now show you prices by the square foot, to get the price per yard you need to multiply by 9.
Carpet manufactures recommend their carpets be cleaned every 12-24 months. We recommend at least once a year, and we have 2 packages for ½ price cleanings every 6 months. Here are the reasons for this: Carpet acts like a filter collecting dirt, sand, oil, smoke, and grease among anything else walked or floating in.
The sand and small rocks act like sandpaper scratching off the carpet protector and damaging the fibers. Regular vacuuming and truck mount hot water extraction will remove these contaminates.
The oils and grease help hold the soils and other contaminates the carpet, this is where the truck mounted hot water extraction comes in which is the way most manufactures want it done, with a proper detergent and 180 degree plus water you can break down the oils to release the soils.
Most carpet cleaners have prices from .30 to .70 per square foot of $2.70-6.30 per square yard, which is 6-14% of what carpet cost today. Most of these prices are the same from 5 or more years ago. If you maintain your carpet semi-annually to annually your carpet can last and look great until your just tired of the color and WANT to change it, not change it because you have to.
This scenario is based on just 100 yards of carpet.
At $45 per yard, 100 yards would cost you $4500. Which is enough carpet to cover ½ a town house. If you cleaned the carpet yearly at a median price of .50 per square foot it would cost $450 per year. So with regular vacuuming and cleanings it would take 10 years to match the cost of replacing that carpet. With proper care and maintenance this carpet would still look good and not need to be replaced. Without proper care your carpet may only last 5 years before in needs to be replaced.
With proper care in those 5 years you would spend $2200 for regular cleanings. Without proper care you would of spent $0 on cleanings but NOW you have to spend $4500+ say 3% per year increase for a total of 15% or $675. So now your replacing your carpet for a total of $5175.
So you can properly care and maintain your carpet for $2200 or replace it for $5175. That means you save $2975 every 5 years just by properly caring for and maintaining your carpet with professional cleanings.
You not only save approximately 60% over 5 years but you also help save the planet by keeping your carpet out of out landfills. You also will save yourself the inconvenience of moving all your furniture from your home to have the carpet installed.
So you can maintain your carpet for the money, the planet, or your sanity. The key is to Maintain Your Carpet!
See our website at www.superiorsteamcleaners.com for our maintenance packages.
Carpet is the third largest expense for most people: Behind their house and their car. Most carpets today are petroleum based, so when the price of oil skyrocketed so did the price of carpet. There were price increases almost every 2 weeks for months, leading to a almost 15% price increase last year. A carpet that cost $38.75 per yard now costs $45.00 per yard this is for a low end mid grade carpet. In this scenario if you bought 100 yards of carpet the increase was $675.00. Now most of going to say that is really high that is because retailers now show you prices by the square foot, to get the price per yard you need to multiply by 9.
Carpet manufactures recommend their carpets be cleaned every 12-24 months. We recommend at least once a year, and we have 2 packages for ½ price cleanings every 6 months. Here are the reasons for this: Carpet acts like a filter collecting dirt, sand, oil, smoke, and grease among anything else walked or floating in.
The sand and small rocks act like sandpaper scratching off the carpet protector and damaging the fibers. Regular vacuuming and truck mount hot water extraction will remove these contaminates.
The oils and grease help hold the soils and other contaminates the carpet, this is where the truck mounted hot water extraction comes in which is the way most manufactures want it done, with a proper detergent and 180 degree plus water you can break down the oils to release the soils.
Most carpet cleaners have prices from .30 to .70 per square foot of $2.70-6.30 per square yard, which is 6-14% of what carpet cost today. Most of these prices are the same from 5 or more years ago. If you maintain your carpet semi-annually to annually your carpet can last and look great until your just tired of the color and WANT to change it, not change it because you have to.
This scenario is based on just 100 yards of carpet.
At $45 per yard, 100 yards would cost you $4500. Which is enough carpet to cover ½ a town house. If you cleaned the carpet yearly at a median price of .50 per square foot it would cost $450 per year. So with regular vacuuming and cleanings it would take 10 years to match the cost of replacing that carpet. With proper care and maintenance this carpet would still look good and not need to be replaced. Without proper care your carpet may only last 5 years before in needs to be replaced.
With proper care in those 5 years you would spend $2200 for regular cleanings. Without proper care you would of spent $0 on cleanings but NOW you have to spend $4500+ say 3% per year increase for a total of 15% or $675. So now your replacing your carpet for a total of $5175.
So you can properly care and maintain your carpet for $2200 or replace it for $5175. That means you save $2975 every 5 years just by properly caring for and maintaining your carpet with professional cleanings.
You not only save approximately 60% over 5 years but you also help save the planet by keeping your carpet out of out landfills. You also will save yourself the inconvenience of moving all your furniture from your home to have the carpet installed.
So you can maintain your carpet for the money, the planet, or your sanity. The key is to Maintain Your Carpet!
See our website at www.superiorsteamcleaners.com for our maintenance packages.
Friday, August 7, 2009
Superior Steam Cleaners “Green” Cleaning Solutions
For a Healthier And Safer Cleaning Process
The Carpet In Your Facility Is A Huge Filter For Dirt, Pollen, Oil, Smoke, Dust, And So Much More. It Needs To Be Emptied On A Regular Basis. A Regular Cleaning Schedule Will Help Insure That The Carpet is Clean And Will Improve The Indoor Air Quality Of Your Facility TREMENDOUSLY!
I’m Sure Everyone Would Be Happy About That!
Our New Green Cleaning Solutions Are Just As Powerful As Previous Solutions But Meet All Specifications To Be Classified As “Green”. Which Means They Are Much Safer For You, Children, Pets, FOR EVERYONE!
At Superior Steam Cleaners We Offer Maintenance Packages to Fit The Needs of Your Facility. We Will Come To You And Inspect Your Carpet To Give You Our Prescription.
Please Call Randy At (443)-277-7265 To Schedule Your Inspection Today!!!
The Carpet In Your Facility Is A Huge Filter For Dirt, Pollen, Oil, Smoke, Dust, And So Much More. It Needs To Be Emptied On A Regular Basis. A Regular Cleaning Schedule Will Help Insure That The Carpet is Clean And Will Improve The Indoor Air Quality Of Your Facility TREMENDOUSLY!
I’m Sure Everyone Would Be Happy About That!
Our New Green Cleaning Solutions Are Just As Powerful As Previous Solutions But Meet All Specifications To Be Classified As “Green”. Which Means They Are Much Safer For You, Children, Pets, FOR EVERYONE!
At Superior Steam Cleaners We Offer Maintenance Packages to Fit The Needs of Your Facility. We Will Come To You And Inspect Your Carpet To Give You Our Prescription.
Please Call Randy At (443)-277-7265 To Schedule Your Inspection Today!!!
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