Industrial Floor Solutions

Despite its popularity, many assumptions about residential carpeting persist. These assumptions can lead to you having a mistaken idea about what to expect from this flooring option.

Assumption: Carpet Lowers The Air Quality In Your Home

Your health and comfort depend on having good air quality in your home. Air quality issues can particularly impact those with allergies or respiratory problems. However, a prevalent assumption about installing residential carpeting is that it negatively impacts indoor air quality. This belief stems from the assumption that carpets trap allergens like dust and pet dander. While carpets can trap allergens, this keeps these particles from becoming airborne until they are cleaned. For most homeowners, regular vacuuming and shampooing can remove these allergens. Another option is the installation of air purifiers that can also remove dust before it has a chance to settle on the carpets.

Assumption: Carpet Is Not A Durable Flooring Option

The durability of the carpet is another aspect people may not appreciate. While many assume it is not a durable option for flooring, modern carpeting is designed to last for years with minimal problems. Staining may be the most common threat to carpeting, but there are options for mitigating this risk. More specifically, fabric guards can shield carpet fibers from severe discoloration and staining. Using emergency spot treatments can let you respond quickly to any spills that may put the carpet at risk of staining.

Assumption: Carpet Is Not Effective At Noise Suppression

Noise control is another benefit of carpeting that you may want to use. Loud noises traveling through the house can be very disruptive, and the floors can be one of the primary ways that vibrations and soundwaves may pass through a home's interior. A flooring material that can absorb these sounds without transmitting them can make the house much quieter. Carpet is an excellent material for stopping noises. These carpet fibers can absorb the soundwaves rather than reflect them in the way that hardwood flooring will. You can increase these benefits by applying a noise barrier under the carpeting.

Assumption: Carpet Poses A Substantial Fire Hazard

Reducing the risk of your property suffering a fire is a significant safety consideration when designing your home's interior. Many homeowners may believe that carpet poses a higher fire risk for their homes. Modern carpeting uses fire-resistant materials. This allows it to take much longer to ignite when exposed to flames. Additional treatments can be applied to increase the fire resistance of carpeting further. Together, these benefits make it a safe and suitable option for your home's interior.

For more information on residential carpets, contact a professional near you.