Caring for Anso® Nylon Carpet

SmartCare^SM Preventive Maintenance
Thank you for buying carpet made with Anso® nylon. The beauty of your new carpet will be directly related to the care and maintenance you provide. Protecting your investment is up to you…but we are here to help.

The lasting beauty of your new carpet depends on a few simple and easy rules:

Reduce Dirt Accumulation.
Use walk-off mats at entrances to reduce outside dirt from being tracked onto the carpet and clean mats weekly. Mats and runners will help reduce dirt buildup in heavy traffic areas. (Caution: latex backed runners may yellow carpet.) Periodic relocation of furniture, if possible, will allow for a more even distribution of foot traffic on carpets. Vacuum regularly to remove dirt/soil.

Remove Spills Promptly.
Anything spilled on carpet should be cleaned up promptly. Most spilled materials will stain or discolor carpet or can lead to increased soiling if not removed promptly. Follow the recommended procedures in our Stain Center for removing most common household stains.

Prevent Contact with Household Chemicals.
Warning: Many household chemicals may permanently stain or remove color from your carpet. Many household chemicals may cause permanent spots or stains on carpets and other dyed fabrics. Depending on humidity and temperature conditions, these spots may not appear until several days or weeks after exposure to the chemical. Protect your carpet by taking special precautions to prevent any contact with these chemicals. The presence of stain resistant properties in your carpet will not prevent certain household chemicals from damaging, discoloring, or removing color from your carpet.

Certain household chemicals will damage or remove color from your carpet. Here are some common culprits…

Acne Medicines
Most acne medicines and some skin products for humans and for pets contain benzoyl peroxide, a strong bleaching agent. These products, unknowingly transferred from the hand or face, will cause permanent color loss in carpets, often not appearing until activated by high humidity/moisture in high temperatures.

Household Cleaners
Tile, toilet bowl, drain and oven cleaners contain strong acids or alkalis that can damage carpet dyes and cause color “bleeding” and/or permanent loss of color. Exercise caution when using these cleaners by protecting nearby carpeted areas.

Bleaches
Chlorine bleaches, mildew removers and swimming pool chemicals, when tracked onto the carpet, will cause yellow spots or permanent loss of color.

Pesticides
Pesticides may cause staining or discoloration, and can lead to accelerated sunlight fading in carpets and other dyed textile products. Culprits include insecticides, pet shampoos, and flea and tick collars.

Plant Food
Liquid plant food spills or leakage from flower pots can cause discoloration of carpet dyes. The discoloration typically starts at the carpet backing, progresses to the carpet surface, and is sometimes not apparent for months.