Whether it’s used in styling a brand new home, or the refurbishment of an existing one, carpet is still the most popular choice of flooring in the UK today.
Wood or tile floors are a good option for some rooms, but most homeowners still prefer to install carpeting in living rooms, hallways, stairways and bedrooms.
So… what is it that makes carpet such a popular choice?
Carpet is a very flexible flooring option, allowing considerable scope for creativity.
There are literally thousands of patterns, cuts, colours and styles of to choose from. Carpet can provide a neutral foundation or add a decorative element in any room, enabling you to create your own individual style.
Most quality carpets have excellent wear properties, which means that many years of comfortable service can be expected if the right carpet is selected in the first instance.
Carpet instantly brings comfort to a room.
It also has very good thermal insulating properties, efficiently retaining heat within its pile and backing material.
Carpet provides a cushioning effect and has excellent orthopaedic properties.
It also offers better traction than other flooring options, reducing slips and falls. Furthermore, if falls do occur, the softer surface reduces their impact - an important consideration if you have children or elderly people in your home.
Carpet can make a big difference to the acoustics in your home by absorbing and dampening sounds. It creates a sound barrier between floors, reduces the noise from foot traffic on stairways, absorbs airborne sounds (such as talking), and even lessens noise transmission to adjoining neighbours.
There is a perception that carpet is a poor choice for maintaining good air quality, and that people who suffer from asthma and allergies should avoid this type of floor covering in their home. In fact, the opposite is true.
Although we might not normally associate carpet with improved indoor air quality, it does actually have a very positive effect. Gravity causes common household particles, such as dust, pollen and pet and insect dander, to fall to the floor. Carpet fibres trap these particles, reducing their circulation in the air, and holds them until they can be properly removed through vacuuming and professional cleaning (providing this is undertaken regularly of course).
VOCs (Volatile organic compounds) can contribute to what is known as ‘sick building syndrome’, causing occupants to experience a host of health problems (including sore throats, coughs and allergic symptoms). Carpet has lower VOC emissions than many other common flooring choices. In fact, it’s one of the lowest emitting products used in new construction and renovation.
Carpet does, of course, need regular maintenance to keep it looking good and to retain its life expectancy, as well as remove the deep-down soiling and contaminants that its fibres so efficiently trap.
The first thing you will need to do to maintain your carpet is vacuum frequently. You should also have your carpets regularly professionally cleaned. This will remove the contaminants deep within the pile that vacuuming alone cannot reach.
Never be tempted to try and clean your carpets yourself, however, as home cleaning methods are relatively ineffective and may lead to damage.
Members of the National Carpet Cleaners Association (NCCA) are professional carpet cleaners who are trained to a high standard. They will be able to clean your carpets both safely and effectively.
The featured #TLCofthemonth for November 2018 is C2 Carpet Care.
"I have had every carpet in my house cleaned in anticipation of the arrival of a new baby. Every carpet looks and smells like new! Jon was very thorough and wouldn't let a couple of tricky stains get in the way of a very professional carpet clean. I was really impressed with just how quickly the carpets were dry after the clean. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him. There's no doubt as soon as the little one is on the move I'll be asking to him to come back and restore the carpets following typical toddler destruction!"
Review left by Hayley on 6th November 2018
Congratulations to Jon!
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The featured #TLCofthemonth for October 2018 is Home 'N' Dry.
"Brian is a professional, efficient and thorough upholstery and carpet cleaner. He spent a full morning on our 3-piece suite and front room carpet. He has a very pleasant manner and is keen to meet the customers needs and expectations. We were thrilled with his workmanship and would highly recommend him."
Review left by Jean on 18th October 2018
Congratulations to Bryan!
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The featured #TLCofthemonth for September 2018 is ProCarpet Clean.
"I needed my carpet on the stairs thoroughly cleaned due to one of the kids being sick all down them, and after I had really cleaned them there was still staining and a smell. Researching carpet cleaners locally, I came across Procarpet Clean via the NCCA website. I was able to be booked in quickly and the quote was competitive. John done a fantastic job, the stair carpets were spotless and the smell gone. It didn't take long to dry. I was so impressed, I asked John to come back to clean the lounge and hallway carpets. I highly recommend Procarpet Clean."
Review left by Emma on 20th September 2018
Congratulations to John at ProCarpet Clean!
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Trusted Local Cleaners is the only online directory to find members of the National Carpet Cleaners Association (NCCA), the only UK trade association for carpet and upholstery cleaners. All members of the NCCA have undertaken a recognised professional carpet and upholstery cleaning course and reached the required standard in the examination. These courses offer a thorough grounding in all aspects of carpet and upholstery cleaning. This ensures that all our Trusted Local Cleaners have essential knowledge for the safe and effective cleaning of carpets and fabrics.
Alongside recognised training qualifications, all our Trusted Local Cleaners have adequate insurance to cover them in the event of a problem or accident. A Public Liability insurance policy is required, which is standard for companies offering services to the public.
Members are required to abide by the Association’s Code of Practice, which covers such specifics as fair pricing, service, complaints procedures, liability and consumer protection, and is designed to ensure customer satisfaction at all times.
The “TLC Guarantee” is that all the Trusted Local Cleaners listed on our website are trained, insured and professional.
Using the search form on the home page, select the service you require from the list provided, along with your location. For example, if you need your carpets cleaned and you live in Leicester, select ‘carpet cleaning’ and either put your LE postcode or Leicester as the location. The directory will find all members who provide that service within a 10-mile radius. Browse through each listing to read more about each member. If you have a few members located close to you, we’d recommend contacting 1-3. Just use the online enquiry form to notify each member or take down their phone number to contact them directly.
Each member's listing will tell you their unique NCCA membership number, NCCA membership level and membership joining date. Our membership levels range from Associate Member (newest members) to Senior Member level. Companies can progress through the levels of membership by fulfilling additional criteria, such as length of service and further training throughout their membership.
Many members have received 5* reviews on their listings, so you can read what other customers thought of their cleaning experience. Members also have the option to include their website and social media links, so you can also check out reviews across these others platforms too!Find Trusted Local Cleaners
The featured #TLCofthemonth for January 2019 is Under The Rug Floor Care.
"Fantastic results, a nice guy and excellent all round service. I required 3 areas cleaning due to heavy traffic. A large living room, first-floor landing, and entry hallway. The knowledge shown with a pre-visit that tested the makeup of the carpet, the backing and the size of the room to be cleaned, the spot tests before starting to ensure the carpet is not damaged and drying were all part of the service, not additionals as with many other places. Definitely recommended and will use again in the future when required!"
Review left by James on 9th January 2019
Congratulations!
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