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The term "carpet" derives from Old Italian carpita, "carpire" meaning to pluck.Sometimes the term "carpet" is used interchangeably with the term "rug". Only with the opening of trade routes in the 17th century were significant numbers of Persian rugs introduced to Western Europe. Historically the word was also used for table and wall coverings, as carpets were not commonly used on the floor in European interiors until the 18th century.
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How do you get rid of the old bloody smell of chicken livers spelled on carpet?
You can get rid of old bloody chicken liver smell, spilled on your carpet, by scrubbing the carpet with hot soapy water. After the carpet has dried apply fabric softener.
Is carpet neuter gender?
In English, nouns do not have grammatical gender, so "carpet" is considered gender-neutral. However, in languages with gendered nouns, such as Spanish or German, the word for carpet would have a specific gender. For example, in Spanish, "alfombra" (carpet) is feminine, while in German, "Teppich" is masculine. Thus, whether "carpet" is neuter depends on the language in question.
How were carpet squares used to test a dog's sense of smell?
The dogs chew up the carpet and are asked if it was delicious or not.
Can you use the shark steam mop on carpet?
There is a carpet glider attachment that allows the shark to move easily over carpets. Search for Shark carpet glider and you will see listings for its purchase. Remember, though, this isn't a deep cleaning operation. It lifts a little surface dirt and fluffs the carpet, but it idoes not accomplish the deep down cleaning of a true carpet steamer. I've seen the carpet glider available on eBay from time-to-time, and it is available at the official site for the steam mop... http://www.trysteammop.com/contents/Supplies.aspx
Will pet urine smell come out of carpet if it has been there for months after the carpet was cleaned?
Yes, it is possible to get urine odor out of a carpet even if it has been there a while. It will need to be re cleaned, possibly more than once. If there is padding under the carpet, it will need to be removed and replaced. The floor below should be thoroughly cleaned as well.
What is a carpet seller called?
Carpet sellers are usually called carpet salesmen.
Why is a carpet shark called a carpet shark?
might look like a carpet...
What is a person called that puts down carpet?
Carpet layer.
What are people who lay carpet called?
Carpenters
Why is a Carpet Python called a Carpet Python?
Carpet snakes skin is so colorful, just like a carpet.You cannot differentiate when the snake is on a carpet.
How do you spell carpet in French?
a carpet is called "un tapis" (masc.) in French.
What is a small carpet called?
rug
How do you beat carpets?
With a device called a carpet beater. You hang up the carpet and hit it repeatedly with the carpet beater to knock the dust out of it.
What is called on the area covered by a carpet?
The floor.
What type of carpet is called beebop?
Beebop is not a type of carpet such as Berber or Plush are types of carpet. The word BEBOP (one e) is the style name of a brand of plush carpet made by Stainmaster.
What is the proper term for a carpet made out of tile that rolls out?
carpet tiles are stored & sold flat carpet that is rolled out is called Broadloom & is usually 12' wide
When is a greyhound called dusty carpet running?
yesterday
