Carpetguru Says

Information on scams in the carpet business and how to be a savy carpet shopper.
http://carpetguru.com/scam.html

Solutions to Problems with Wood Floors

Expert advice, examples, and techniques for installation, maintenance, and repair of wood floors.
http://www.woodfloordoctor.com

Carpet.org

Presented by an online merchant sales site, this offers information on types of fiber, types of carpet, installation, maintenance and cleaning.
http://www.carpet.org

Hoover Consumer Guide to Carpet Cleaning

Covering carpet care which also discusses features to look for in vacuum cleaners. [PDF Format]
http://www.hoovercompany.com/ftp/cguide.pdf

The Carpet Buyers Handbook

Includes spot removal, cleaning, buying wholesale, installation, warrantees, questions to ask, carpeting selection, and carpet allergies.
http://www.carpetbuyershandbook.com/

Can Carpet Make People Sick?

Discussion of this aspect of indoor pollution form the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
http://www.epa.gov/iedweb00/pubs/hpguide.html#faq6

Toxic Carpeting

Documentation on alleged toxic carpeting, nontoxic carpets, Dupont and Monsanto products such as the Stainmaster carpet.
http://www.holisticmed.com/carpet/

Hardwood Information Center

Information and articles on hardwood flooring, including how-to and care tips, refinishing guidelines, quality checklists, and a wood species guide.c
http://www.hardwoodinfo.com/display_article.asp?mainid=9

Professional Carpet Systems

Professional carpet cleaner locator and practical advice for maintaining carpet.
http://www.procarpetsys.com/

HardwoodInstaller.com

Floor types and manufacturers, what to expect when having work done, allergy and dust concerns. Installer locator, photo galleries, and reviews.
http://www.hardwoodinstaller.com/

Floor Covering Inspector Directory

Includes a comprehensive listing of independent flooring inspectors for hire.
http://www.Inspectors-experts.com/

Moisture and pH

Information pertaining to how moisture and pH effect concrete floors and floor coverings.
http://www.vaportest.com/

JP Flooring Systems, Inc.

This site has an informative section called floor school.
http://www.jpflooring.com

Rugman.com

Includes information on Persian and Oriental rug history, techniques of construction, a guide to rug buying, maintenance suggestions and a glossary of terms.
http://www.rugman.com/Library/LibraryIndex.aspx

Carpet Corporation of America

Includes FAQs about flooring and carpets.
http://www.carpet-usa.com/faq.php

Carpet Selection

Discusses carpet cost, installation and measuring, along with labels and special considerations for carpet buyers.
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/homefurnish/heg231.htm

Rug Selection and Use

Covers rug types and styles, as well as cost and consumer considerations.
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/homefurnish/g1317.htm

Carpet Selection: Construction and Texture

Carpet construction methods of weaving, tufting, needlepunching, flocking and knitting are covered, as are options on carpet texture.
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/homefurnish/g1316.htm

Rug and Carpet Fibers: Selection and Care

Describes types of fibers and construction characteristics. Offers tips and advice for selecting and caring for carpets and ruges.
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/homefurnish/g1222.htm