Causes of Color Changes in Carpet Fibers
Posted on blog, carpet cleaning May 31, 2018 by dryconcepts
Dyes are chemical compounds that are added to fibers to give them color. Sometimes, changes in the color occur when these dyes react with chemicals or gases. Fume fading is a reaction to gaseous pollutants, such as oxides of nitrogen or sulfur, in the air. It is a gradual change, accelerated by sunlight, heat, high
What Causes Dyebleeding to Occur?
Posted on blog, carpet cleaning May 31, 2018 by dryconcepts
When a colored fiber loses dye while wet, dyebleeding occurs. Uncolored or lightly colored fiber or yarn may readily soak up fugitive (runaway) dyes from the darker fiber or yarn and become stained. This is most often seen in carpet and rugs where deeply dyed shades (for example, reds, blacks, and blues) become fugitive and bleed
Renew the Appearance of Your Rug
Posted on blog, carpet cleaning March 23, 2018 by dryconcepts
The cleaning of Oriental and area rugs is a complicated and intricate process. A major concern during this process involves the rug fringes. Due to the fiber content of the fringes (usually cotton), their loose or low twist, and their open ends, rug fringes are prone to some deterioration with normal use. These characteristics make
Preserve Your Luxury Silk Textiles
Posted on blog, carpet cleaning March 23, 2018 by dryconcepts
Silk fibers are being used increasingly in textile furnishings such as rugs, draperies, and upholstery. Silk is a luxury fiber used in the manufacture of expensive, high-fashion products. It can be dyed and printed to produce very beautiful designs and bright shades. These properties make silk a beautiful and desirable fiber. Silk, however, also characteristically
Drapery Damage
Posted on blog, carpet cleaning March 23, 2018 by dryconcepts
Draperies and other window textiles play an important part in enhancing the comfort, beauty and luxury of a room. A variety of fabrics are available to consumers for use as draperies. Although fabric selection, installation and use conditions of draperies vary, all draperies in general are exposed to more destructive conditions than wearing apparel, carpet,