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Here you will find important information about textile floor coverings: How to choose the right carpet, how to clean and maintain it, as well as general information about textile floor coverings.<\/p>\n
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Carpets are textile floor coverings which, according to DIN ISO 2424, are products with a surface layer of textile fibres and which are generally used to cover the floor. Different types of carpet are available for different areas of application.<\/p>\n
Wall-to-wall carpet:<\/strong> Rug:<\/strong> Runner:<\/strong> Carpet tiles:<\/strong> Further classification possibilities for textile floor coverings<\/strong> Manufacturing process for carpets:<\/strong><\/p>\n Surface constructions:<\/strong><\/p>\n Materials used for the production of the use layer can be roughly divided into:<\/strong><\/p>\n Areas of application:<\/strong><\/p>\n Secondary textile floorcoverings are those which have a border at the edge rather than fitting wall – to – wall. They include runners and rugs<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”65px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”auswahl” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#23295B” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”22px” text_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n It is important to choose the right textile floor covering for the right application. By asking some key questions and seeking advice from the specialist dealer the decision can be made easier.<\/p>\n 1. Area of application<\/strong> The standardised pictograms used throughout this website are a very good reference point to identify some of these needs.<\/p>\n 2. Desired level of comfort<\/strong> 3. Additional requirements or suitability<\/strong> 4. Sustainability<\/strong> Economic<\/p>\n Ecological<\/p>\n Social and cultural<\/p>\n For further information on this please visit our “sustainable building” page.<\/p>\n 5. Tested quality through the GUT label or the PRODIS product passport<\/strong><\/p>\n Transparent and complete information about any product is important when choosing the right textile floor covering so that it meets all the necessary requirements defined. The GUT-PRODIS product passport for textile floor coverings provides this information in a simple and straightforward way.<\/p>\n The GUT-PRODIS product passport provides detailed and transparent information on the environmental properties and performance standards for each product. It is designed to help consumers to make informed decisions on the choice of carpet for home or work place and includes detailed information about all the materials and components used during production as well as providing Environmental Product Declarations which can be downloaded.<\/p>\n Since 1990, the GUT label has been recognised as a guarantee for environmental and consumer protection and only those products which meet the strict test criteria are awarded this label. You can find further information here for “product testing”.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”65px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”reinigung” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#23295B” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”29px” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”22px” text_line_height=”1.3em” ul_line_height=”1.6em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In order to maintain the aesthetic and functional properties of a textile floor covering throughout its life, as well as preserving any warranties, it is important to carry out regular cleaning and maintenance according to the manufacturers instructions. Please ask your local dealer for more information.<\/p>\n Preventative maintenance<\/strong> Removing stains on carpets<\/strong> Methods of cleaning carpets<\/strong> Cleaning and Sustainability<\/strong> In order to maintain the value of the carpet for as long as possible, and therefore save resources, a regular cleaning and maintenance programme should be carried out. 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To make this easy to understand, standardised Floor Covering Standard Symbols (FCSS) have been developed. These are listed below alongside the corresponding pictograms.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”22px” text_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Carpets are subdivided into domestic and commercial (contract) areas. 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It is depicted using \u2018crowns\u2019 and refers to the surface of the carpet regarding how soft and comfortable underfoot it is. 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Only those products that have one of the following two symbols are suitable for use on stairs.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-stairs-occasional-use.jpg” title_text=”fcss-stairs-occasional-use” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”30%” max_width_tablet=”50%” max_width_phone=”100%” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Occasional use<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-stairs-continuous-use.jpg” title_text=”fcss-stairs-continuous-use” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”30%” max_width_tablet=”50%” max_width_phone=”100%” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Permanent use<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ header_4_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The symbol indicates that the cut edges of the textile floor covering will not fray which is particularly important for loop pile carpets.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-resistance-to-fraying.jpg” title_text=”fcss-resistance-to-fraying” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”20%” max_width_tablet=”50%” max_width_phone=”100%” max_width_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ header_4_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Direct or indirect exposure to sunlight, and sometimes other forms of light, can cause colours to fade. 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Sound absorption relates to the actual impact sound and also the reduction of impact noise. Generally textile floor coverings have very good impact sound and sound insulation properties.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-acoustical-sound-absorption.jpg” title_text=”fcss-acoustical-sound-absorption” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”60%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Sound absorption,\u00a0 [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-acoustical-walking-noise.jpg” title_text=”fcss-acoustical-walking-noise” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”60%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Impact sound absorption,<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/produktpass-teppichboden.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/fcss-acoustical-impact-noise-reduction.jpg” title_text=”fcss-acoustical-impact-noise-reduction” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”60%” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Reduction of impact noise,<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”65px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In addition to the basic classifications of performance and comfort, further attributes are also given pictograms, or graphic images, depicting performance levels, environmental considerations, and additional suitability for certain areas. Some of these form part of the requirements of the Construction Products Act and are therefore classified as a \u2018declaration of performance\u2019, otherwise known as a\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>CE label. These appear below.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row module_id=”ce-kennzeichnung” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In Europe, all textile floor coverings must have a CE label which must be visible on the packaging, plus either in any technical data sheets or in the declaration of performance of the carpet. The CE label therefore defines the level to which a product meets standards on health, safety and energy. Without the mark, products cannot be sold within the EU. However, the abbreviation “CE” is not uniform across the EU and is sometimes referred to as EN which is “Certified Europe”\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>or FR “Conformit\u00e9 Europ\u00e9enne” in France.<\/p>\n The\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>EN standards 13442\/14041 indicate the methods for testing and labelling textile floor coverings across Europe. Each country has their own system. In Germany, for example, it has been implemented within the Construction Products Act which outlines product-specific requirements as follows:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_color=”#23295B” header_3_font=”|700||on|||||” header_3_text_color=”#154689″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Building materials are generally classified according to their fire behaviour and the tests which determine the level of fire protection are as follows:<\/p>\n The European standard EN 13501-1 grades floor coverings further and creates classifications according to the level of combustion: for example, A is non-combustible and F is highly flammable. Textile floor coverings are also marked with the abbreviation “fl” and are mainly classified as B-fl, C-fl and E-fl. B-fl is the most stringent fire classification for a textile floor covering and is only required in areas with special requirements such as fire escape routes in hotels, or specific rooms in public buildings and offices. In most cases within the private sector, E-fl is usually sufficient. Easily recognisable pictograms are used to indicate the classification on different products.<\/p>\n
Wall-to-wall carpet is usually defined as a textile floor covering that covers the entire floor of a room.<\/p>\n
A rug is a textile floor covering with a fixed shape and dimensions, and is generally not fixed to the floor.<\/p>\n
A runner is a long and narrow carpet often found in hallways or on stairs and is installed down the middle of the area leaving floorspace either side.<\/p>\n
Carpet tiles are modular textile floor coverings which cover the whole area of a room once they are installed.<\/p>\n
Textile floor coverings can also be identified according other differentiating factors.<\/p>\n\n
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Any carpet should be chosen so it meets the requirements of the area where it will be used. How long should it last, how many people will use the area, what is the area used for are all questions which should be answered when making any decisions. In this regards there is also a fundamental difference between:<\/p>\n\n
Carpets are divided into five different luxury classes in terms of comfort, measuring how soft it feels underfoot. There is a standard pictogram depicting “Comfort” but also it is often shown as “crowns”. The more crowns, the greater the comfort. You can find more information here.<\/p>\n
Depending on where the textile floor-covering is to be used, it will often need to meet a variety of additional requirements. These range from for example, will it be able to be used in an office ( including a home office) if the chairs have castor wheels? will it cause slips and trips? so how dafe is it? What is the building used for? What fire classifications will it have to meet? Can it be installed onto floors with underfloor heating? By using the pictograms and working with a specialist dealer, the right choice of flooring can be made easily.<\/p>\n
The sustainable aspects should also be considered when deciding on which product to use, for simplicity that can be divided into three main areas:<\/p>\n\n
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Any textile floor covering should always be protected from any excessive dirt as once this penetrates the surface, the carpet becomes very difficult to clean effectively. Regular cleaning should be carried out using a vacuum cleaner which works using a brush. This helps to restore the fibres in the pile of the carpet by lifting them, and also helps to prevent the development of excessive wear and flattening in high traffic areas.<\/p>\n
Stains on carpets are and everyday problem without extreme care and in all cases the sooner the stain is removed the greater likelihood that it can be removed completely. In most cases, small spots and stains can be removed using warm water and an absorbent cloth (ie white cotton or microfibre cloth). it is important that the soiled area is not rubbed at all as this will make it harder to remove the stain will penetrate the fibre. Instead, light pressure should be placed on the stain from the outside inwards. If you need to use a cleaning agent for any reason, it is important to check with the manufacturer for recommendations. If the wrong product is used the carpet can become permanently damaged.<\/p>\n
Due to the wide variety of textile floor coverings available on the market, each requiring slightly different cleaning methods, it is only possible here to give an outline of some of the more common methods of cleaning. In all cases it is preferable to contact the specialist dealer or manufacturer for specific information on cleaning methods for your specific textile floor covering. Common cleaning methods include:<\/p>\n\n
In this respect it is important to select of the right type of carpet, which has the right materials, construction and colour for the area where the carpet will be installed. Therefore the following need to be considered:<\/p>\n\n
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Domestic or Commercial classifications<\/h3>\n
Classification for domestic use<\/h4>\n
For areas with little or occasional use (light to moderate)<\/p>\n
For areas with medium use (normal)<\/p>\n
For areas with intensive use (heavy)<\/p>\nClassifications for Commercial use<\/h4>\n
For areas with normal commercial use<\/p>\n
For areas with medium public traffic<\/p>\n
For areas with heavy public traffic<\/p>\nLuxury Classes<\/h4>\n
Further additional attributes<\/h3>\n
Suitable for chair castors<\/h4>\n
Suitable for stairs<\/h4>\n
Cutting edge<\/h4>\n
Lightfastness \/ Light reflection<\/h4>\n
Acoustic properties \/ Sound absorption<\/h4>\n
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