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Easter is just around the corner. If you are like a lot of people and  love to dye Easter eggs, but hate the worry of wondering what to do if you spill the dye on the carpet, you can stop worrying!  Here are some easy and straight forward directions to follow if you have a spill with Easter egg dye. You always want to treat spills as soon as possible and follow the instructions closely.

Detergent Solution – Mix one fourth (1/4) teaspoon of a liquid dishwashing detergent per one (1) cup of lukewarm water. NEVER USE A STRONGER CONCENTRATION! Thorough rinsing is necessary to remove detergent residues that may cause rapid soiling. It may be necessary to rinse with warm water several times to completely remove residues. Care should be used in selecting a detergent. Never use a laundry detergent of any type, because laundry detergents may contain optical brighteners (flourescent dyes) that dye the fiber. Do not select an automatic dishwashing detergent because many contain bleaching agents that destroy dyes and some fibers.

Warm Water – Lukewarm tap water should be used in most cases to rinse the cleaning solutions from the fiber. Failure to completely rinse the solutions from the fiber may cause accelerated soiling.

Ammonia Solution – Mix one (1) tablespoon of household ammonia per cup of water. Please note: Be aware that ammonia, if used improperly, can cause a color change. Be sure to test a hidden area.

Not sure? Call a Professional – Professional cleaners have the ability and the equipment to use more aggressive cleaning solutions to remove stubborn spills. Always consider consulting a professional cleaner regarding any spot removal question. Carpet and Rug Institute – 1-800-882-8846.

If it isn’t obvious by the title of this post, we love tile to a T. If you want to know why, read on.

Tile is indeed timeless, and natural to boot. Men (and plenty of women) have made ceramic tile for over 4,000 years. A natural product of clay, other minerals and water, you should know tile comes glazed or unglazed. Glazed has a ceramic coating applied which gives the tile its color and finish.

Tile is an economical, capital addition. It is one of the most cost-effective flooring solutions when considering initial cost versus longevity. In many cases, a ceramic tile floor will increase your home’s resale value. (Yahoo!)

Tile floors you with its beauty and versatility. Today’s tile manufacturing technology creates just about an infinite array of colors, shapes, sizes, styles and textures that add charm, elegance  — the “wow” factor — to your home.

Tile is durable and very easy to care for. (Great, huh?) Correctly installed, a tile floor will outlast any other floor covering product. And bring on your kids (or messy guests) because glazed tile resists stains, odors and dirt and can be cleaned up with a damp mop or sponge and common cleaners.

Tile resists scratches, fire and water. Scratches are rare indeed with Grade III and IV glazed ceramic tile, hot kitchen pans won’t scorch or melt tile and water is no problem – with tile’s dense structure moisture has nowhere to go.

Here are ALL THE BENEFITS OF TILE, in one Timely, Thorough Tally:

• Tile is the timeless, all-natural floor covering

• Tile is a cost-effective booster of resale value

• Tile offers world-class beauty, design flexibility

• Tile is enduring and endearing (Low upkeep)

• Tile triumphs over scratches, fire and water

• Tile is an installer’s dream, even for DIYers

• Tile repairs easier than hardwood/plank floors

Feel free to call us at 1-800-FLOOR-ME  for more information or to ask a question.

Don’t hesitate to leave a comment here – we’d love to hear from you!

We appreciate your visit to our website. Our new website is designed to inform and educate you about the flooring products that we carry in our stores.

We at Carpeteria are dedicated to bringing unique flooring solutions and our own personal brand of service to the homes and businesses of the Bay Area and have been for the last 50 years. Our friendly store staff is there for your flooring needs seven days a week.

Our team of professional staff will ensure that you find the flooring option that perfectly fits your needs, lifestyle and budget. We guide you through the process from the selection of the flooring materials to the delivery, installation and maintenance of your new floors.

With eight convenient locations throughout the Bay Area, there is a Carpeteria store near you. Drop by one of our stores and browse through the incredible selection of carpets, hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, vinyl and a huge assortment of area rugs.

With two huge warehouses in the Bay Area several hundred rolls of carpet and vinyl, along with thousands of feet of hardwood, laminate and ceramic tile are kept in stock at any time, making them immediately available to you either for installation or carry out.

With our Carpeteria Credit Card, there’s simply no reason to put off your next flooring project. Visit our Financing page, fill out the secure online application and within minutes you will be awarded a line of credit, which could be used at any Carpeteria store. Choose a financing and payment options that suits your budget not one that breaks it.