Awareness Carpets And Allergies: Unraveling The Myths (NAPSA)—While some say that carpeting can makeallergies and health problems worse, many believe there’s more to the problem. A recent survey conducted by the Institute of Inspection, Clean- ing and Restoration Certification (ICRC) found that 75 percent of U.S. homeowners believe carpet to be the least effective type of floor- ing when it comes to reducing the conditions that aggravateallergies. if Experts, including the EPA, have found that carpet actually traps airborne allergens that can easily be vacuumed out. However, according to IICRC Technical Advisor Jeff Bishop, scientific studies demonstrate that just the opposite is true. He says that experts, including the EPA, have found that carpet actually traps airborne allergens that can easily be vacuumed out. This underscores the importance of regular and proper maintenance. The IITCRC recommends that homeowners increase their vacu- uming frequency and hire profes- sional certified cleaners for deep cleaning. To learn more, visit www.CertifiedCleaners.org or call (800) 835-4624.
