Are there any dyes or chemicals used in manufacturing carpet which may be potentially dangerous?
All dyes and chemicals used in the manufacturing process have been thoroughly tested and found to be safe in the carpet delivered to customers. They help to enhance carpet’s beauty, durability, and stain resistant capability. These are essentially the same dyes and chemicals used in clothing. Are some carpets better than other for indoor air quality? Carpet is available in a wide variety of styles made from yarn of different fiber types, and what is best for a particular situation is largely a matter of personal preference. There is no difference between natural and synthetic fibers relating to indoor air quality. Both kinds should be given proper care and maintenance, and both will provide years of comfort and enjoyment. If new carpet is not considered harmful, what could cause the allergic reactions some people have experienced? The most likely cause is airbourne dust and biological particulates. Many people are allergic to dust, and its presence may be widespread, resulting from num
