Warranty Guide
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A) Selection
• When selecting carpet color, you should view large
carpet samples during the day and by lamplight in the
evening in the area of installation. The color you choose
will look different under different lighting conditions.
• Light-colored carpets will show more soil and require more
maintenance than dark-colored carpets. Darker colors of
carpeting are more effective in high-trafc areas. Multicolored
and patterned carpets are especially effective in hiding soil.
• The performance and quality of a carpet is directly related
to the amount and quality of ber that goes into the pile.
The better the ber and the denser it is packed, the better
the carpet’s performance. Thin, less-dense carpet will
lose its surface appearance faster. Mohawk recommends
buying the highest quality carpet you can afford.
B) Stain Removal
Most household spills can be easily removed using the steps
below. Treatment of the affected area should begin immediately
upon discovery as stain removal becomes more difcult with time.
To start, locate your stain on the Common Stains Chart and follow
these steps:
• First, use a spoon, dull knife or a carpet cleaning key
to remove as much solid material as possible.
• Always work from the outside of stain to the center
to prevent spreading, especially with large stains.
• Blot up liquid spills with a white towel or paper towel.
• For best results try to remove the remaining stain
with warm water.
CARPET CARE AND GUIDELINES