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Gilliland, John W. – American School and University, 1968
Carpeting must be maintained through a proper maintenance program so as to extend the carpet's life and allow for continued sound control. Four types of common soils or stains are discussed--(1) dry soils, (2) water soluble stains, (3) petroleum soluble stains, and (4) other stains. Various cleaning methods, such as, vacuuming, spot removal, wet…
Descriptors: Acoustics, Carpeting, Cleaning, Educational Environment
Woolford, Alison; Hill, Michael – American School & University, 2003
With properly specified fiber and a comprehensive maintenance program, school carpets can retain their appearance longer. Discusses carpet characteristics; proper carpet installation; effective preventive-maintenance programs (keep outside areas clean, use soil barriers, protect desk areas, maintain HVAC systems, and specify eating, drinking, and…
Descriptors: Carpeting, Cleaning, Educational Environment, Educational Facilities
Luedke, Walter H. – School Business Affairs, 1976
Descriptors: Carpeting, Cleaning, Educational Environment, Educational Facilities
Download full textGarrett, Joe B. – 1964
The two main advantages for using carpeting are noise control and low maintenance costs. Carpet reduces floor instigated or impact noises and is psychologically dignifying. Maintenance costs for carpet are less than for other types of floor coverings because carpet requires less surface preparation. The initial cost of carpet is little, if any,…
Descriptors: Acoustical Environment, Carpeting, Controlled Environment, Costs
Dole, Edwin K. – American School Board Journal, 1973
Suggests policy guidelines for protecting a district's floor covering investment. (WM)
Descriptors: Administrators, Board of Education Policy, Carpeting, Cost Effectiveness
Gilliland, John W. – 1972
Information regarding the selection and care of carpeting is needed by educational leaders, maintenance personnel, and carpet manufacturers. Serious problems are developing along with the use of carpeting. The selection and maintenance of carpet are important problem areas. To help meet the need for more information regarding the maintenance of…
Descriptors: Carpeting, Cleaning, Consumer Education, Cost Effectiveness
