3 Things You Can Do To Stop Carpet from Fraying

Did you know that dragging your furniture or keeping the carpet dirty can make it more prone to fraying? When you start to notice the carpet edges turning into a messy tangle of fibers, stop it from getting worse by following these easy tips:

Inspect what causes the fraying 

Do not trim the frayed carpet with scissors if the carpet is still under warranty. Fraying in other areas of the room may indicate a problem with the carpet. Review the warranty and contact the dealer or manufacturer to discuss a solution. Check the furniture for exposed wood or metal that might be fraying the carpet. Look at the legs and feet and turn the furniture over to view the bottom of the feet. Exposed nails and missing hardware can snag and fray carpet. Repair the furniture and the fraying will end. Source: eHow

Use a seam sealer

Seam sealer is designed to keep seams together for the long term. They do a good of keeping it together. Apply the sealer to the gap and allow it to dry. Be sure to apply gentle and constant pressure so that the seam is sealed properly. Source: DoItYourself

Glue the sides

With a hot glue gun, you can work on the frayed edges and seal them. You will save time as well as the cost of repairing. The glue is specifically targeted to the backing of the carpet, hence very effective in solving the fraying problem. With adequate practice, you can seal the frays in a short while and continue with other chores at home. Source: RealtyTimes

Carpet damage can be tricky to repair. You need the right tools to make the job easier for you. And more often than not, hiring a professional to do the carpet repair is a no-brainer compared to the cost of renting the equipment plus the effort it will require for you to finish the job. So if you need help on any carpet-related problems, don’t hesitate to give us a call!

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Watch Out for These Signs of Carpet Mold

Molds are health hazards that can easily spread if left unchecked. Keep your eyes open for the following clues to catch them early on.

Worsening allergies

Carpet mold can cause several health problems such as allergies, breathing troubles, asthma, and bronchitis. If you notice a higher incidence of such conditions in the members of your household, you must consider the possibility of carpet mold in your home. If the walls and floors in your home and basement look clean, be prepared for a thorough inspection of the carpet. 

Musty odor

Smell the carpet for pungent musty or sour odors. Don’t place your nose closer than 2 inches from the carpet, do not inhale deeply or smell at one area for more than a moment or so. Mold and mildew stains are composed of spores which cause health issues when too much are inhaled. Source: HomeGuides.SFGate

Discoloration

In most cases, when the mold growth reaches an advanced stage, you can see discolored patches on your carpet. Most of the time, these patches are white, black, or various shades of green. The color is caused by the mold colony multiplying on your carpet. Source: DoItYourself

Look underneath

Sometimes mold grows underneath a carpet before it starts growing on the top. If you’re inspecting an area rug, turn it over and check the bottom for mold. If you suspect there’s mold growing in your wall-to-wall carpeting, you may need to hire a professional to lift up the carpet and inspect it for you. Source: WikiHow

Water Damage

If padding beneath the carpet has become wet for any reason, or has become moist from condensation, the padding as well as the carpet on top are at risk for mold growth. The padding may need to be replaced, as will the carpet, in some cases. Source: NACHI

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Before and after: Nyalic clear finish metal protectant

In a prior post, we introduced the benefits of Nyalic and explained the process. Here, we’ll share a couple striking ‘before & after’ examples.

Quick Recap:

Nyalic is a clear coat, finishing product that when used on faded, oxidized pre-finished surfaces, rejuvenates and restores the surface to a like-new appearance, blocking UV rays and limiting chalking or discoloration. In our experience, we most commonly use it on metal window frames, flashings and railings.

Current Project in False Creek

 

Remdal is working hard on a concrete restoration and high-rise painting project in False Creek that includes Nyalic application to the window frames, flashings and railing. The window frame on the left has been cleaned and coated whereas the one on the right shows the faded, weathered condition many of these frames progress to over time.

 

This engineer-specified project also includes vent replacement. You can see the old vents we are removing (some falling off the building in the picture on the right) and the new, improved ones we already installed (on the left). The difference is significant.

Did they install new windows this summer?

In 2018, we painted an Abbotsford school and this project included applying Nyalic to the window frames. When the teaching staff saw how great the windows looked, one even asked if the windows were brand new. The photo shows the top floor completed and the lower floor has only been cleaned. It’s a great example of how Nyalic can rejuvenate these surfaces to their original beauty.

Can you just paint the frames?

Of course, painting is an option and some buildings choose to do so. That said, once you paint the metal frames, they become an ongoing maintenance item prone to peeling, chipping and fading. When access is challenging this can be a costly item to re-do every few years. Also, Nyalic refreshes the original finish so beautifully, it truly seems the best choice when it’s an option.

Key Takeaway:

Nyalic allows for a simple renewal of the clear finish. This is often more cost effective than painting the relevant surfaces, without the risk of peeling or future repainting maintenance costs. For a step by step of the process, visit our blog post here.

Contact us 604.882.5155 or info@remdal.com for more information to see if this can be the solution you need.

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What Causes Carpet to Buckle?

Did you know that carpet wrinkles can be a fall hazard? Once you notice lumps on the surface of your carpet, you should have it stretched right away. Here are some of the top reasons why carpets buckle:  

Improper Padding

Low quality carpet and padding may save you some money up front, but in the long run, it can cost you. It is a good idea to check the manufacture’s specifications for padding. This will vary depending on the type of carpet you purchase.

For example, if you are purchasing a cut pile carpet, you will want padding that is no greater than seven-sixteenths of an inch thick and no less than a six-pound density. Again, check with the manufacturer for the specs for your specific carpet. Selecting the improper padding can void the manufacturer’s warranty and lead to your carpet becoming wrinkled and rippled. Source: AngiesList

Heavy foot traffic or furniture

A carpet with no cuts or damage can still require a stretching. If you look down at the carpet, it may have visible lumps and wrinkles from years of use. For example, moving a long-standing piece of heavy furniture to another area can cause the carpet to warp in the original area. Lumps and wrinkles will appear throughout the rest of the carpet body in response to furniture and foot traffic. If necessary, you can crouch down and look at the top of the carpet; if it looks like a bumpy, mountainous surface, it will require stretching. Source: HomeGuides.SFGate

Water Damage

Just as too much moisture in the air can cause a carpet to buckle, so can too much moisture in the carpet itself. Carpet that has become overly wet, as the result of flooding or improper steam cleaning, is extremely susceptible to stretching. Because of the risk associated with over wetting, it is advisable to have your carpets professionally cleaned, rather than doing it yourself with a rented machine. Source: TheSpruce

Let us help you avoid any accidents by re-stretching your carpet back to its pristine condition. Call us today to book an appointment!

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Mid-rise tower: exterior painting and building repairs in North Vancouver

North Vancouver mid-rise tower

The strata owners of this eight floor, 1989 built condo building in Lower Lonsdale are undertaking an exterior repaint and colour change. Council provided owners with sample mock-ups of the colour options on the building so they could preview them before they made their final decision. You can see the modern greys that were selected already being applied to the higher areas on the left.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Remdal team is carefully moving ahead with building cleaning and various concrete repairs using swing stages. COVID safety protocols continue to be a priority including twice daily temperature check and physical distancing.

   

Over the summer, we will see the dramatic transition from pastels to a modern, grey scheme that will rejuvenate and refresh this property.

The scope of work includes:

• Building envelope renewal
• Concrete repairs
• Balcony urethane membrane renewal
• Stucco repairs
• Sealant replacement
• Exterior painting
• Swing stage access

Stay tuned for more photos of this building.

If you have a building with similar needs, please contact us for a proposal, info@remdal.com or 604.882.5155.

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Multi-building complex needing exterior painting, wood repair and safe access

This was an early season exterior painting & wood repair project across multiple buildings in Walnut Grove with a great deal of safe access requirements, including boom lifts, scaffolding, and traffic control.

 

It was a complicated project to coordinate but preparation and cooperation was rewarded with great results and an extremely happy group of strata council members and owners.

 

There were various challenging access areas but the project manager and foremen worked together to find the best solutions for the project and the strata. A great example of Your Project Done Right. 

 

If you have a project that needs the right approach to access and traffic control challenges then contact us here, or at info@remdal.com or 604.882.5155.

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Commercial building painting: triumphing over challenges in Port Moody

It was time to change the colour on this three level commercial building painting project in Port Moody from yellow to modern grey tones.

 

The project was not without challenges. Boom lift access required extensive traffic control and permits. And close proximity to the hydro lines meant additional planning and coordination with BC Hydro and their contractor for cloaking of wires.

  

 

The team takes a short break but still maintains their physical distancing and COVID safety protocols.

  

Later in the project you can more clearly see final results. More great projects can be found here.

Please contact us for your next project proposal or email us at info@remdal.com

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