Triple S: Carpet Style

Monday, April 13, 2015

Evolution of Carpet Cleaning & Repair

From area rugs to wall to wall carpet and back again, find out how carpet cleaning and repair has changed over the years:

Early 1950s- Area rugs were in popular demand and the wealthy would swap those rugs out seasonally. As such, cleaning facilities had to be large enough to store these rugs regardless of the season.

Late 1950s - Wall-to-wall became popular as area rugs started fading out, but since portable equipment for cleaning rugs wasn’t developed yet - cleaners had to rip up carpet and bring it in for cleaning. The downside? This created problems with shrinkage when trying to reinstall the carpet. The solution? Equipment was developed to clean wall-to-wall in place.

1970s - Carpet fibers made a change for the better. Olefin, a synthetic fiber, replaced nylon. Then polyester came into the picture, which could be dyed in various colors. Carpet fiber makers began to warranty the product instead of the carpet mills.

1980s - With mold becoming a major health concern, it lead popularity back to hardwood floors. Consequently, area rugs became common in homes again.

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Whether you have area rugs or wall-to-wall carpets in your home, the textile specialists at Triple S provide professional cleaning services. We have three main plant locations:

Stamford Plant | 400 West Main Street

Norwalk Plant | 337 Westport Avenue

Stratford Plant | 1800 Stratford Avenue

Monday, February 23, 2015

Choosing the Right Carpet for Your Home

At Triple S Carpet & Drapery Cleaners we understand that carpet can be costly and regular maintenance is part of the investment. Whether you're looking to add warmth and comfort to your home or protect small children when they slip, fall and crawl, you probably don't know where to begin when it comes to your carpet shopping checkpoints.

Here's a few tips:

Start with style. Depending on whether you are carpeting a high or low-traffic area, one carpet style might be better than another. Plush, for example, is very soft and comfortable but foot prints and vacuum marks will show up easily. Berber, on the other hand, is extremely durable and might be best for a children's bedroom or playroom.

Consider price. Each time you shop ask for pricing of the materials and installation separately. This can help you make the most of your budget.

Choose your provider. A reputable establishment that specializes in carpeting will more likely provide you with a quality carpet than other places or stores. Just like with an HVAC technician or a plumber, the quality of the installation is just as, if not more important than the product itself.

Understand the maintenance needs. Make sure to discuss with your salesperson the upkeep requirements that come with the carpet type you are looking to buy. You may love the look and feel of its beauty now, but if you aren't willing to put time and effort in, it may wear out much quicker than anticipated.

Think about design. Are you looking for this carpet to last through a series of furniture upgrades? Do you want the look and feel of this room to be vibrant or relaxing? Keep all of your intentions and desires in mind when choosing patterns and colors for your carpet or rug.

Are you way past the selection step and have carpets that need a deep cleaning or refresh? Triple S Carpet & Drapery Cleaners has three main plant locations: