Heavy soiling from an removed lubricants

Poor maintenance

Laboratory testing

Heavy soiling

Soiling

Foam/soap residue attracts soil

Filtration soil

Airflow under door deposits soil on carpet

Heavy soiling

Heavy soiling

Soiling

Soiling

Heavy soiling

Heavy soiling

Soiling

Foam/soap residue attracts soil

Soiling

Soapy cleaning products can attract soil

Contaminant never completely removed

Soil removed with water and a white towel

Heavy soiling

Soiling

Soiling around chair mat

Soiling (Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Carpet soiling is an appearance-related condition involving the accumulation of foreign substances on fiber surfaces that alter visual presentation. Soil is introduced primarily through normal occupancy, foot traffic, and environmental exposure, with most consisting of dry particulate matter along with oils, residues, and airborne contaminants. Some appearance changes resemble soil but result from fiber surface wear rather than removable material. The condition may be evaluated alongside related appearance conditions such as filtration soil and shading, which may appear similar but differ in underlying mechanism.

Soiling affects visual clarity and uniformity and is influenced by carpet construction, traffic patterns, environmental conditions, and maintenance practices. The condition is classified as ….

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