J W's Carpets

When (re)furnishing your home, the many pro's of wall-to-wall carpet simply cannot be ignored. Broadloom carpet has it all: warmth, softness, ambience. No other flooring is as crucial to the unique character of your house. And honestly, what's more delightful than stretching out in front on the fireplace with a book or tablet, or shuffling around the room on bare feet to feel the fabric's unique sensation? Carpet puts the 'c' in 'coziness'.

That is why we have launched the AW Academy, offering training courses that develop the skills of carpet sales people. Attending a training course at the AW Academy in Belgium is truly an exciting experience. The two-day program kicks off with a technical training on how broadloom carpet is made, and highlights the benefits of this excellent flooring choice. Next, we take you on an extensive tour of our factory where you will discover all steps of the manufacturing process. Of course, we also share our vision on customer experience and the importance of lifestyle, colors and brands.

Pay extra attention to some difficult areas in your room. A lot of older houses do not have concealed radiator pipes, for instance. You'll have to take these into account, when measuring the installation area. Cut off the excess carpet parts - both along the pipes and walls - with a sharp Stanley knife. Before you lay your carpet, it's important that the floor is completely dry, flat and clean. If you have wooden floor, you can first lay a chipboard, for instance. Do you have a concrete floor? Then make sure to remove any holes and cracks in the surface.

Carpet provides a soft surface that can reduce slips which in turn can help to reduce the severity of injuries from falls. Carpeting absorbs noise and provides comfort. However, carpets also trap dirt, pet dander, pollen, food, moisture and can harbor pests associated with asthma such as dust mites. These contaminants can be re-released into the home environment, especially when vacuuming with a low-quality vacuum, when carpeting is removed or when it is otherwise disturbed. Some types of hard flooring are easier to clean and are likely to accumulate less dust yet may also contain certain plasticizers (phthalates) which have been linked to asthma and disruption of endocrine function.