The Best Carpet for Allergies and Air Quality

*Time Stamps and links below*
In this video I discuss a question that comes out all the time regarding carpet. That is, what is the impact of carpet on air quality and health concerns like asthma and allergies. I share some of the things to look for when shopping for carpet to address things like off-gassing and VOC (volatile organic compounds) emission. I then discuss how carpet affects the filtration of allergens in the home. Lastly, for those of you who are particularly concerned about these issues when shopping for carpet, I make a couple recommendations as to products that are well known for being the most indoor air friendly options for your home. Thanks so much for watching and please be sure to hit the like button, comment, subscribe, and share if you'd like to support me and help me reach more people! Happy Remodeling!
Intro: 0:00 - 1:08
Off Gassing and VOC in carpet: 1:08 - 6:15
Allergies/Air Quality: 6:15 - 9:32
1st Recommendation: 9:32 - 12:39
2nd Recommendation: 12:39 - 14:29
Outro: 14:29
Link to the carpet and rug institute: carpet-rug.org/
Link to OEKO-TEX website: www.oeko-tex.com/en/
Affiliate Links on Amazon for Vacuum Cleaners (I do receive a small commission if you purchase items using the links below)
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[@lisar317]

This guy gives a really non-bias review of different carpeting products. Very good 👍🏼

[@daleludtke7803]

I was the first project coordinator in my store to sell Airo, and it was to a lady who needed a hypoallergenic option but didn't want to do a solid surface. I was speaking to my rep about why Airo didn't move, as it seemed to be a neat option for some folks, and installers. His answer, "we marketed it wrong. We focused on the installation aspect of it, trying to sell it as an easier option for installers. Since you don't have to stretch it in, and it doesn't need a pad. Installers don't like new things though, they rejected it." They are planning on relaunching Airo with Smartstrand I heard.

[@Lasertrac]

Informative, well articulated and Robert is handsome af. A winning video all the way around.

[@tadmarshall2739]

Lots of great information, very helpful, thank you!

[@umfilmmaker8253]

I really appreciate your content. You bring up some really good points, and I’m glad I found your channel before replacing my carpet. My house was rented for many years before I purchased it, and I inherited the carpet that the last owner had for his tenants…straight off of the roll at Lowe’s! I hate it so much, but I don’t want to replace it with the wrong product. You’ve given me valuable info to consider. Thanks! 😊

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Thank you so much for feedback. Glad you found some value in watching!

[@Maplecook]

Back again to support you, Rob!

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Appreciate it my friend!

[@kyleistall43]

So helpful!

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Thanks for watching!

[@lauracote726]

Hi Robert. Can you do a video on how to properly clean the various types of flooring and carpets? I would like to know.

[@SimoneReyes]

What about the scotchguard on the Mohawk it’s toxic

[@nab-rk4ob]

I get sick frequently, and I am doing better without the carpet. This is because the carpet had mold growing underneath. That explains a lot.

[@madelinevandeven6627]

I have Multiple Chemical Sensitivity. I need the cleanest brand of carpeting available.

[@gwenwade6059]

Polypropylene emits voc's. A carpet salesman in Johannesburg had to place his samples in a sealable tote. Perhaps a prewashed persian or a 100 percent wool is best.

[@dianedo8314]

Hi Robert- Great info - I wished I could choose. For my new home ready end of this year, we upgraded to Shaw Ornamental Gate carpet with thicker padding vs standard Shaw carpet w/3/8” padding since second floor has all bedrooms and getting carpet. Hubby does suffer from allergies. How many times do I need to vacuum to get rid of factory dust and then weekly vacuuming would be good to reduce dust? Thanks

[@le_th_]

Sounds like you are asking for medical advice for a medical condition. If this were me, I would reach out to your husband's allergsist & immunology specialist and ask him/her which vacuum cleaner they recommend (likely one with a HEPA filter) and which indoor HEPA filter they recommend, especially in the bedroom. I know what my allergist recommends, but that might be different for your husbands medical issues.

[@pinkorganichorse]

​@@le_th_this is not at all a medical question!

[@RebekahAledoCubano]

Hello,, I enjoyed your video. Who sells Arrow Carpets?

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Air.O is made by Mohawk so your local Mohawk dealer should have access to the product line.

[@le_th_]

QUESTION: I have concrete subflooring. Can Airo be installed on top of concrete, or does some kind of barrier or other flooring have to be laid down prior to installation? Thank you for your informative vids. Well done. Subscribed.

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Thanks for watching! Yes you can absolutely install this directly over concrete. You just want to make sure the concrete is level and smooth, but you install Air.O right over the concrete with no underlayment.

[@le_th_]

@@RemodelWithRobert Great news, thank you so very much for responding, and for doing so expeditiously. I'm so glad I found your channel. : )

[@gwenwade6059]

Draughty old houses were a better option for carpets as opposed to no air leakage new builds.

[@lindseydrager660]

Did you make the video on wool carpeting?

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Coming soon! Ive been recovering from surgery and playing some catch up but I'll put the wool one as top priority for this month. Look for it in the next couple of weeks

[@danjoslin4885]

Do you have any videos of customer interactive demonstration ideas?

[@RemodelWithRobert]

Hey Dan, thanks for watching! I'm not quite sure what you mean. Could you explain that for me a little more specifically? Thanks!

[@monguyenfamilytt]

Hello

[@Jovi-ann]

Where are you located?

[@aandaatlanta]

I look at your videos but you talk too much