Sisal carpet is an up and comer in flooring. It is environmentally friendly, all-natural fiber that has a handcrafted look, and is popularly available in carpet tile. Sisal tiles combine a natural, woven look with ease of installation.

Sisal for sisal carpeting is made from rope-like fibers of the agave cactus. Sisal is naturally flame-retardant and anti-static, and has excellent sound-absorption and insulation qualities. Primarily available is grey wool sisal carpet.

With advances in color dyeing and weaving technologies, sisal carpets are now available in a wide variety of textures and patterns. Sisal carpet in wool is also available. Sisal wool carpet is a naturally biodegradable and renewable material. Typically, sisal adds an earthy, casual look to a room and is a great design accent. Sisal carpets also help maintain a low-dust, allergy-free environment in the home.

Sisal carpets are generally cheaper than manufactured broadloom carpets. Although sisal is an extremely hard-wearing fiber that will last for many years, most sisal carpets don't come with a long-life warranty that can be found with other types of carpets.

Sisal Carpet Installation
Sisal strongly reacts to the humidity of the environs by either expanding or shrinking. To allow for acclimatization, it is very important that the rolls are opened, unrolled, 24 hours before the installation. When you are taking measurements for installation, add 2 % to allow compensation for the environmental elements.

Sisal carpet tile is usually latex and adhesive backed. When it comes to do it yourself installation of carpet, sisal tile is quite easy to install.

Cleaning Sisal Carpets
Cleaning sisal carpet is easier than you might think. Natural fibers are static-free and as such do not attract dust. The thing about sisal carpet is that even when it appears clean, it is very important to vacuum clean your rug regularly. The dirt particles will lodge between the sisal fibers and cause the wear.

Remember that sisal is a very absorbent fiber. Liquid spills will cause any dirt particles to rise to the surface and stain the rug and may cause dramatic shrinkage. When a spill occurs, even if it is clean water, it is very important that it is promptly removed, always by blotting with a clean cloth or absorbent paper. Rubbing will only contribute to spread the liquid spill onto a larger area.

To remove solid substances, first remove by scraping with a spoon or the dull side of a knife. Be sure to work from the outside of the spot to the center.

Washing Of Sisal Carpet:
Never pour any cleaning agent directly on the sisal. Be careful not to saturate your rug with cleaning agent. Use a clean cloth for blotting or use a spray bottle. Check first on an inconspicuous part of the carpet if the cleaning agent causes bleeding of the dyes. You have brought part of the nature into your home. With proper care it will provide you with many years of comfort and beauty in your home.

Cleaning Solutions:

• Vinegar: max ¼ cup of whiter vinegar with ¼ cup of lukewarm water.
  
• Detergent: one teaspoon of bleach free laundry detergent in one cup of lukewarm water.
  
• Ammonia: one table spoon clear household ammonia with ½ cup of water.