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Humidity and Hardwood Floors

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Wood flooring expands and contracts in homes that experience typical humidity variations; expanding when it is hot and humid, and contracting when it is cold and dry. Unfortunately, seasonal variations in wood flooring is both typical and unavoidable. Employing humidity controls is a helpful and effective method to help protect hardwood floors during temperature fluctuation over time.

In winter months during the heating season it helps to have a humidifier on the heating system to try to keep the shrinkage of the hardwood flooring to a minimum.  Please note, however, that a humidifier will not stop 100% of the shrinkage but it will help.

In summer months during the moist hot season it helps to run the air conditioner to keep expansion of the hardwood flooring to a minimum.  In addition, a dehumidifier will also help to keep the humidity down.  Again, please note that running the air conditioner and a dehumidifier will not stop 100% of the expansion but it will help.

Call or stop by Fred Callaghan Carpet and Flooring to speak to one of our experienced sales professionals to learn more about humidity controls and hardwood flooring care. At Fred Callaghan Carpet and Flooring, we combine years of expertise with modern technology. Stop by today to sample our collection and schedule a free in-home measuring appointment.

SmartStrand Forever Clean

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SmartStrand Forever Clean uses advanced fiber technology in order to offer the highest level of beauty, comfort, and performance when protecting your carpet from pet stains. The carpet product is durable, easy to clean, and nontoxic, and offers a number of additional innovate features.

  • The product has outstanding resilience to preserve style, beauty and the original appearance of your carpet.
  • The carpet has built-in stain protection that will never wear off. Nanoloc spill and soil shield SmartStrand is three times easier to clean than traditional carpets. In addition, SmartStrand Forever Clean is zero-percent moisture absorbent – rejecting any liquids – allowing for a quick and easy clean up process.
  • Pet accidents will not absorb into the carpet fiber, negating common pet-related odors.
  • The product is made with renewable carpet fibers and is certified free of harmful substances.
  • The carpet includes All Pet protection and Warranty.

SmartStrand Forever Clean is a trusted product carried by Fred Callaghan Carpet and Flooring. Stop by our showroom to come and see our two new SmartStrand Forever displays. Our experienced sales professionals will highlight SmartStrand Forever’s complete protection plan and superior durability standards.

 

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Scotchgard Plus Carpet Cushion

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Leggett & Platt’s Scotchgard™ products provide optimal carpet stain protection. Scotchgard™ Plus is an innovative carpet cushion product with a number of state-of-the art features as well as five-year stain and soil bonus warranty.

Scotchgardâ„¢ Plus Carpet Cushion Highlights:

Includes a dual protection system: Scotchgard Protector creates an ultimate moisture resistant barrier; combined with Fresh Dimension antimicrobial that disallows the growth of mildew, mold, and bacteria.

Made with bonded foam in order to create a plush carpet feel and extends the life and durability of a carpet.

Contributes to LEED building credits, produced with 100% recycled materials and is 100% recyclable. CRI Green Label Plus certified, hypoallergenic and meets the carpet and rug institutes indoor air quality testing criteria.

Provides an additional layer of insulation and improves energy efficiency.

Produced in the U.S. by an American company.

In addition, Scotchgard Plus has a five-year stain and soil bonus warranty. Scotchgardâ„¢ Plus is now available at Fred Callaghan Carpet and Flooring. Call or stop by today to speak to one of our experienced sales professionals to learn more about Scotchgard Plus.