The Carpet PAR Rating System (P.A.R.)

Understanding The P.A.R. Carpet Rating System One of the ways carpet manufacturers have attempted to help consumers select a suitable carpet is with the P.A.R. Rating System, which stands for Performance, Appearance and Retention. These are three big words that mean very little to most carpet-buying consumers. I get emails every day from people who want …

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Best Time to Buy New Carpet?

Everyone’s been asking me this question lately. Is there a best time of year to buy new carpet? If you know what to do, the answer is YES!

Mohawk Smartstrand Carpet Complaint (aka Sorona, PTT or Triexta)

via Smartstrand Carpet Complaint  Smartstrand Carpet Complaint - Mohawk Carpet Complaint Denial Dear Alan, I am hoping you can offer some advice. We purchased Mohawk Smartstrand carpet for the master bedroom of a “seasonal” residence. Two adults and no pets inhabit the residence for approximately 5 months of the year. Mohawk Carpet Complaint was Denied. …

The Best and Worst Places to Buy New Carpet

Are you wondering where to buy new carpet and flooring to truly get a fair and square deal? Do you want to know how to easily recognize a carpet scam! I'm Alan Fletcher, a 30-year Carpet expert and trusted consumer advocate.  In this candid report I reveal the untold truth about: Where and where NOT …

We had a Karastan nylon carpet installed about 8 years ago. It’s now deteriorating rapidly. We continue to find thousands of broken carpet fibers in the carpet and on adjacent surfaces every day, even after vacuuming. Please Help!

Question: We had a Karastan nylon carpet installed about 8 years ago.  It’s now deteriorating rapidly. We continue to find thousands of broken carpet fibers in the carpet and on adjacent surfaces every day, even after vacuuming. I was led to understand that nylon carpet is the most durable fiber available, so I’m very surprised …

Karastan Carpet Complaint

Karastan Carpet Complaint We had a Karastan nylon carpet installed about 8 years ago.  It’s now deteriorating rapidly. We continue to find thousands of broken carpet fibers in the carpet and on adjacent surfaces every day, even after vacuuming. I was led to understand that nylon carpet is the most durable fiber available, so I’m …

We had a Karastan Nylon Carpet Installed. It’s Now Deteriorating Rapidly.

Question: We had a Karastan nylon carpet installed about 8 years ago.  It’s now deteriorating rapidly. We continue to find thousands of broken carpet fibers in the carpet and on adjacent surfaces every day, even after vacuuming. I was led to believe that Karastan nylon carpet is made from the most durable fiber available, so …

Karastan Carpet Complaint – Carpet Professor

We had Karastan Nylon Carpet Installed 8 Years Ago.  It’s now deteriorating rapidly. We continue to find thousands of broken carpet fibers in the carpet and on adjacent surfaces every day, even after vacuuming. I was led to understand that nylon carpet is the most durable fiber available, so I’m very surprised at this deterioration. …

All About Carpet Durability and Foot Traffic for Your Home

How Long Will My Carpet Last?  All about Carpet Durability, Carpet Cost and specifications All About Carpet Durability and Foot Traffic for Your Home, Carpet Cost, Carpet Durability, How Long Does Carpet Last?   There are several carpet specifications that will help determine if a carpet can handle your level of foot traffic. The main …

AbcCarpets.com: Free Unbiased Carpet Buying Information for Homeowners.

AbcCarpets.com is a major source of free information and advice for internet savvy homeowners who are looking for reasonably priced and reputable home flooring service providers. My readers are interested in purchasing new carpet, hardwood floors, ceramic tile, Vinyl and linoleum, replacement carpet and vinyl flooring for rental properties, home carpet cleaning services, DIY Carpet tiles or other related …