Texture Appearance Retention Rating System (TARR) To Select Right Carpet

Want to Get the Most from Your Carpet? Choose the Right Product First with CRI's Texture Appearance Retention Rating System (TARR)

In his weekly column in the Dalton Daily Citizen News,  titled, “TARR Helps Eliminate Guesswork”, Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI)  President Werner Braun discusses CRI’s Texture Appearance Retention Rating system (TARR), and how to use it when picking out carpet for your home or business.

The TARR system is a set of guidelines developed by the Carpet and Rug Institute to assist designers, architects and specifiers in selecting commercial carpet for specific end-use applications.

“We preach around here frequently about cleaning and maintenance as the best way to make sure you preserve and enjoy your carpet purchase to its fullest degree. Of course, if you want a piece of carpet to last its design life, then it is equally important that you specify the right kind of carpet.”

Here is the six step plan to choosing carpet using the Texture Appearance Retention Ratings:

• Identify the area where the carpet will be used to determine the level of foot traffic.
• Understand the Classification and Texture Appearance Retention Ratings Guidelines 
• Choose a carpet with the right Carpet Retention Rating for your needs.
• Choose the right design and color for the carpet. This plays a key role in helping disguise stains and wear patterns.
• Select the appropriate carpet fiber, construction, and backing. Industry tests prove that cushion-backed carpets increase comfort and performance.

The last step in determining the right carpet for a specific use is specifying an optimal cleaning and maintenance plan. “A thoughtfully designed and implemented maintenance program performed by qualified personnel who are properly equipped and trained is essential for optimal long-term performance. And, always look for Seal of Approval certified products and equipment!”

Thanks Werner!

~ Bethany