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NOTE: CCT & UFT Certifications prerequisite (but not to attend the class)
Fee: $349 per student -- 50% non-refundable deposit
This course includes, but is not limited to:
Live demonstrations of . . .
- Pre-cleaning inspections
- Colorfastness test
- Dry soil removal procedures (dusting)
- Fringe cleaning
- Drying methods
- Urine decontamination
- Submersion cleaning (portable rug washing pit)
- Surface cleaning
2-Day Course Outline
Introduction
Definition of Rugs, Rug History, Countries of Origin,
Current Trends, Liability and Insurance
Module 1 - Fibers, Yarns
Fibers: Natural Fibers, Protein Fibers, Cellulosic (Bast) Fibers,
Modified, Regenerated Cellulosics, Synthetic Fibers
Fiber Distortion and Performance, Fiber Identification (Burn, Chemical Tests)
Fiber Life Cycle, Yarns, Foundations, Backings, Dyeing
Module 2 - Rug Construction
Rug Types and Construction
Rug Designs and Styles, Rug Cushion (Pad, Underlayment)
Module 3 - Rug Soiling
Rug Soil Types, Rug Soil Summary
Module 4 - Cleaning Basics
Chemistry of Cleaning: The pH scale
Principles of Cleaning, Methods of Cleaning
Module 5 - Spotting, Special Treatments
Spots, Stains and Discolorations, Spotting Agent Summary, Color Removal Agents,
Special Purpose Chemicals, Urine Decontamination
Module 6 - Inspecting Rugs
Purpose of Inspections, Inspection Categories, Identification (Tagging) of Rugs
Specific Conditions to Inspect and Document
Color Fastness Test, Customer Briefings, Condition Report
Module 7 - Cleaning Procedures
On-location versus In-plant procedures
Specific Procedures: Orientals, Needlepoint, Braided Rugs, Flokatis, Designer Rugs,
Cellulosic Rugs, Hooked Rugs, Skins and Leather, Other Cleaning Techniques, Fringe
Cleaning, Blocking
Module 8 - Cleaning Challenges
Shading, Yellowing, Streaking, Bleeding/Dye Migration, Fungal/Insect Damage,
Browning, Delamination, Water Damage, Mold Contamination
Module 9 - Simple Rug Repair Basics
Module 10 - Finalizing
Finishing: Grooming, Protector Application,
Final Inspection, Wrapping, Storage, Delivery