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Carpetguru Says
Information on scams in the carpet business and how to be a savy carpet shopper.
http://carpetguru.com/scam.html
Solutions to Problems with Wood Floors
Expert advice, examples, and techniques for installation, maintenance, and repair of wood floors.
http://www.woodfloordoctor.com
Carpet.org
Presented by an online merchant sales site, this offers information on types of fiber, types of carpet, installation, maintenance and cleaning.
http://www.carpet.org
Hoover Consumer Guide to Carpet Cleaning
Covering carpet care which also discusses features to look for in vacuum cleaners. [PDF Format]
http://www.hoovercompany.com/ftp/cguide.pdf
The Carpet Buyers Handbook
Includes spot removal, cleaning, buying wholesale, installation, warrantees, questions to ask, carpeting selection, and carpet allergies.
http://www.carpetbuyershandbook.com/
Can Carpet Make People Sick?
Discussion of this aspect of indoor pollution form the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
http://www.epa.gov/iedweb00/pubs/hpguide.html#faq6
Toxic Carpeting
Documentation on alleged toxic carpeting, nontoxic carpets, Dupont and Monsanto products such as the Stainmaster carpet.
http://www.holisticmed.com/carpet/
Rug and Carpet Fibers: Selection and Care
Describes types of fibers and construction characteristics. Offers tips and advice for selecting and caring for carpets and ruges.
http://www.ianr.unl.edu/pubs/homefurnish/g1222.htm
Carpet Selection: Construction and Texture
Carpet construction methods of weaving, tufting, needlepunching, flocking and knitting are covered, as are options on carpet texture.
http://www.ianr.unl.edu/pubs/homefurnish/g1316.htm
Rug Selection and Use
Covers rug types and styles, as well as cost and consumer considerations.
http://www.ianr.unl.edu/pubs/homefurnish/g1317.htm
Carpet Selection
Discusses carpet cost, installation and measuring, along with labels and special considerations for carpet buyers.
http://www.ianr.unl.edu/pubs/homefurnish/heg231.htm
Hardwood Information Center
Information and articles on hardwood flooring, including how-to and care tips, refinishing guidelines, quality checklists, and a wood species guide.c
http://www.hardwoodinfo.com/display_article.asp?mainid=9
Professional Carpet Systems
Professional carpet cleaner locator and practical advice for maintaining carpet.
http://www.procarpetsys.com/
Hardwood Installer.Com
Types, manufacturers, what to expect when having work done, allergy and dust concerns. Installer locator, photo galleries, and reviews.
http://www.hardwoodinstaller.com
Floor Covering Inspector Directory
Includes a comprehensive listing of independent flooring inspectors for hire.
http://www.Inspectors-experts.com/
Moisture and pH
Information pertaining to how moisture and pH effect concrete floors and floor coverings.
http://www.vaportest.com/
JP Flooring Systems, Inc.
This site has an informative section called floor school.
http://www.jpflooring.com
Rugman.com
Includes information on Persian and Oriental rug history, techniques of construction, a guide to rug buying, maintenance suggestions and a glossary of terms.
http://www.rugman.com/Library/LibraryIndex.aspx
Carpet Corporation of America
Includes FAQs about flooring and carpets.
http://www.carpet-usa.com/faq.php
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