Monicaaa said:. Any truth to that? Learned that as well, but not the type of heat we usually use. Unless your a dragon lol. I remember early on when cleaning people would lean on the vacuum while it was running beater bar it would melt a groove in the carpet in the shape of the beater bar. Funny thing is the burn marks would continue all along the walls and uo the steps as if they didnt notice it happening. I guess truck mount guys maybe concerned.
Dragging anything over it sounds like caution is needed. Common janitor Well-Known Member. Apr 5, 3, 2, 66 Real Name Ed Feil. Above is good advice. One thing to be aware of these rugs on occasion have latex or rubber like backings. Definitely be cautious dragging something across it Normal cleaning , no problems. All the Best , Ed.
Polypropylene or Olefin does have a low melting point which makes it sensitive to heat and dragging, or friction.
It has a high resistance to chemical damage. Hates crush or being matted down, Urine stains should Not be a issue in treating and removing.
Loves Oil its Lipo and ole phillic , grease. But its also hydrophobic hates water and dries fast because it does not absorb water as other fibers do, and because of its phobia to water it floats, but this character also can create problems or issues with wicking.
Jim Davisson Well-Known Member. Jim Davisson said:. You can remove the dirt inside the micro scratches on olefin or polyester fiber, but not on the first go. You will need to apply prespray and clean twice in the offending areas i. Just keep in mind it can be done but not for regular prices or time on the job. Yes, you can get rid of traffic lane grey. I learned to do full carpet dye jobs, before I knew how to really clean carpets. You can't dye olefin or polyester Back in the 90's PET carpets kicked all of our asses.
However, it taught us how to adapt and how to adjust to get results from non-nylon carpets. Natural fabrics will pill and synthetic ones pill more than natural ones. The reason for this taking place, even with a fabric like Olefin, is one, the fabric suffers from a lot of friction. You will see more pilling because the fibers are so strong that they do not let go of the pills as natural fibers do.
This grip makes sure the pills remain on the fabric and do not drop off. Two, how the fabric was woven is the second reason you see pilling. If Olefin fabrics are given a loose weave then you will see more pilling than if it was given a tighter weave. Three, the amount of twist the fibers are given will result in a large amount or a low amount of pilling. Olefin is a synthetic fabric that tells you exactly what you need to know when it comes to dyeing this material. If it is difficult to dye other synthetic fabrics, then it will be difficult to dye Olefin.
And it is. Because the color you see on the fabric is the original color, there is no place to take the fabric. That makes dyeing olefin very difficult. Also, the fabric does not absorb moisture very well and that resistance will prevent dyes from taking hold on the fibers.
Then the low melting point of the fibers is another reason why you should not try and dye this material. Most dyes need extreme heat to work and that heat level will melt the fabric and ruin it. If you try to dye this material expect to face a lot of hurdles before you are successful. It is best to just go out and buy the blouse, etc. The best way to dye this material is to not try.
During our research we have seen everything from it is difficult to it is impossible to dye and we agree with those conclusions. Olefin is a synthetic fabric that was given a solution dye before it was made into fibers or thread.
That means that the original dye color is completely through the fibers and with the hydrophobic nature of this material, dyeing it would be next to impossible. However and with that said, you can try the different dyes made for synthetic materials and see if those work.
We have not tried that option and cannot say one way or the other. The problems with dyeing this material have already been mentioned in the previous section. Those dyes for synthetic materials may only work on polyester, acrylic, acetate, and blends of those fibers. They may not work on polypropylene fibers. Dyeing is not the go-to solution when you want to restore the original color of Olefin fabrics. Olefin is hydrophobic which means that it has a very low absorbency rate.
Paint is moisture or liquid when you get right down to the basics. That format would tend to lead one to the conclusion that the fabric will not absorb paint enough for the paint to adhere as it should. We cannot say what your results will be as our research indicates that the material will not accept the paint for a long period and may crack on you at the first wearing.
When all is said and done, Olefin is an easy fabric to clean if you follow the rules that govern its laundry time. Keep in mind that this is a synthetic material that does follow a lot of the synthetic fiber laundry rules even though it is not exactly the same as other synthetic fibers. They are probably one of the most durable fabrics available.
Cleaning this outdoor furniture requires a solution made of 5 parts of water, 1 part of bleach, and 1 capful of mild soap or detergent.
Cleaning outdoor furniture periodically with detergent and water keeps fabrics looking fresh and new. Most spills can and should be mopped up immediately after they occur.
If, however, a spot or stain remains, clean with a solution of warm water and a mild detergent then rinse thoroughly. If necessary, apply a laundry prewash, leave on for ten minutes, then reapply warm water and detergent.
For stubborn stains and mildew, chlorine bleach can be used without affecting fabric color. After outdoor cushion cleaning, always rinse thoroughly with water and allow to air dry.
The fabric will dry quickly because it is a natural, water repellent material. Do not subject fabric to water temperture in excess of degrees. These fabrics are not warranteed against fading. A soil-and-stain-resistant finish that makes outdoor cushion cleaning a breeze.
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