Soiling

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

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)

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Soiling is an appearance-related condition involving the accumulation of foreign substances on carpet fiber surfaces that alter visual presentation. Soil is introduced primarily through normal occupancy, foot traffic, and environmental exposure. Most soil consists of dry particulate matter, with additional contributions from oils, residues, and airborne contaminants. Some appearance changes resemble soil but result from fiber surface wear rather than removable material. The severity and visibility of soiling are influenced by

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Soiling

Soiling

Soiling

Soiling (Carpet)

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