Shedding

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Shedding

Shedding

Shedding

Shedding

Shedding

Shedding (Carpet)

Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide

Summary

Shedding is a fiber-release condition characterized by detachment of loose or short fibers from the carpet pile during normal use and maintenance. The condition is most commonly associated with staple yarn constructions but may also occur in wool and certain woven products. Shedding results from short fibers within the yarn bundle that are not fully secured into the backing and are retained primarily by yarn twist and construction. Early traffic and vacuuming remove these loose fibers. Released material may appear as fuzz balls on the carpet surface, accumulate in vacuum bags or collection tanks, clog vacuum hoses, or wrap around beater bars and rotating brushes. Shedding is typically most noticeable during

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