Filtration Soiling

(Those dark lines around the baseboards and underneath the doorways of your home.)

If you have light-colored carpeting in your home, you may have noticed dark lines that appear along the edges of the carpet. This type of buildup is commonly called filtration soiling. It can happen when air passes through carpet fibers near baseboards, doorways, or other small gaps over time.

This type of soiling can be difficult to address because the particles are often very fine and may settle deep into the carpet pile. Professional cleaning products and techniques may help improve the appearance of affected areas, though results can vary depending on the age and severity of the buildup.

Call Chem-Dry of Boerne at (830) 331-2003 for an estimate and phone consultation. To help reduce future buildup, regularly vacuum and wipe the edges of carpeting near baseboards and doorways.