Bald Spot

Tuft bind - field test

Sprouted yarns

Bald Spot

Tuft bind laboratory test

Tuft bind laboratory test

Tuft bind laboratory test

Bare and Bald Spots (Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Bare and bald spots are localized areas of yarn loss where tuft bundles detach from the carpet backing and expose the primary backing material. This condition reflects loss of tuft retention rather than normal texture change or gradual pile wear. The exposed areas are typically irregular in shape and often appear as isolated spots or small clusters rather than uniform traffic patterns. Contributing conditions may include localized contamination, repeated moisture exposure, animal activity, mechanical disturbance, or reduced

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