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Typically, glue will leave a residue behind after carpet has been removed. It is really more of a feathered or flaky residue that creates a mess. Removing the glue is pretty simple, but there is a way to do the job right. There are many industrial solvents made specifically for this purpose. These products can be purchased at you local hardware store. These products are chemicals that contains solvents to dissolve the glue...read the directions on all chemical bottles prior to use. All solvents must be used in well ventilated areas! In order to remove the floor glue there are special tools that can make the job much easier. So, to all that don't mind getting a little dirty, here are some tips on how to remove floor glue.   Here is a list of things that you will need:  

1. Rubber Gloves
2. Respirator for Fumes
3. Wet/Dry Vacuum
4. 5 Gallon Bucket
5. Pump Sprayer (safe to use with chemicals)
6. Floor Glue Stripper (there are different types of floor stripper), get one that is specifically designed to remove floor glue.
7. Floor Scraper (long handle works better)
8. Towels
9. Floor Mop

  Steps to removing the floor glue:  

1.      Before you start the project make sure that you are working in a safe environment for chemicals. Open all doors and windows to ensure proper air flow.  

2.      You need to prepare the floor before you can begin the clean-up process. Use the wet/dry vacuum to clean the floors of all debris. Make sure to use the flat floor attachment that came with it. This will make the job much easier.  

3.      Once the floor is cleaned of debris, you can start to apply the floor stripper. Before you do this, be sure you are wearing the proper safety equipment. Be sure to read the mixing directions on the bottle. Some solutions do not require mixing.  

4.      Once you have determined the correct way to use the product then you will use the pump sprayer to apply the stripper. Remove the top from the pump sprayer and pour the stripper solution into the sprayer. Be sure to read the instructions for the pump sprayer or it might not work properly. Do not over pump the sprayer! This could cause the sprayer to fail or leak the solution. Follow the directions and spray the floor stripper onto the glue surface. Follow the directions for soak time.  

5.      Once the solution has had time to work, then you will begin the scraping process. Be careful, the floor will be slippery! Start scraping the floor with the flat scraper head in a steady motion. The pattern you choose is really up to you. Glue will begin to build-up on the end of the floor scraper. You will dispose of the glue in the 5 gallon bucket. Continue scraping the floor until all the glue is removed and you have achieved the desired results.  

6.      Once you are satisfied with the results, you can begin to clean the left over glue and chemical residue from the floor. Empty all the scraped glue from the 5 gallon bucket. Rinse bucket and fill with fresh water.  

7.      Mop the floor with the fresh water. Make sure to get all cracks and crevices where glue build-up might have collected. Be sure to dispose of dirty water properly.  

8.      Finish by using the wet/dry vacuum to complete the floor. The floor should be clean and free of all glue residues.  

9.      Use the cloth towels for any touch-ups.

Brent Cone is the owner of Aqualux Carpet Cleaning.
Carpet Cleaning Dallas
10777 Turbeville Dr, #100
Dallas, TX 75243
214-607-8562

How To Cat Proof Your Home

A friend has a delightful needlepoint that observes, "A house is not a home without a cat." As we enjoy the companionship of our cats, we should ask ourselves if our home is a safe haven for them. Even cats who spend most of their time indoors may be exposed to a number of potential hazards. Cleaning solutions such as disinfectants, drain cleaners, and detergents are among the many household chemicals which may prove toxic to a cat. They should be stored in tightly closed containers and secured cabinets where cats cannot reach them. Medicines should also be stored out of the reach of cats.

Sharp objects such as knives and forks, paper clips, carpet tacks, pins should be kept out of a cat's reach. Children's toys and small objects may attract a playful cat and become lodged in its mouth or swallowed. Although kittens are sometimes pictured with a ball of yarn, a playful kitten and yarn may add up to danger. If ingested, yarn as well as thread and twine could cause serious damage to the intestinal tract.

According to the National Safety Council, as many as 5,000 house fires a year can be attributed to cats as a result of their chewing electric cords. To help prevent this hazard, do your best to keep electric wiring out of the cat's sight and reach. Exposed lamp cords and other wires should be kept as short as possible. If extension cords are used, mount them against a baseboard so they cannot be played with or chewed.

If you live in an apartment, your cat may be vulnerable to "the high-rise syndrome." If the window screens are not securely fastened, a cat may fall from a window and suffer serious injuries. A cat should be in a carrier if it is allowed on an apartment balcony. Dogs are sometimes at risk on a high-rise balcony. A lively dog could squeeze through the bars and fall, leading to injury or even death.

Maintaining a "fresh air policy" in your home protects your cat as well as family members from being adversely affected by continued exposure to indoor air pollutants. Among common air pollutants are nitrogen dioxide from gas appliances, wood-burning stoves and unvented kerosene heaters.

Other health-threatening pollutants are radon, fumes from household products such as cleaning agents, pesticides, paints and varnishes, microbial and fungal agents found in air conditioners, air ducts, filters and humidifiers. Gas appliances should be properly functioning. Always use great care with kerosene heaters and follow the manufacturer's instructions. Gas stoves, and kerosene heaters or stoves should be vented to the outside of the house.

Smoke alarms, carbon dioxide monitors and regular maintenance of one's furnace are all things we can do to improve the home environment for ourselves and our cats.

Cars should never be left running inside a garage. This can be lethal if the garage is ever used to house a cat.

According to the Center for Disease control, 74 percent of homes in the United States built prior to 1980 contain hazardous amounts of lead paint. Paint should be removed with extreme caution. Clean-up should be prompt and thorough.

Other items containing lead accessible to cats include lead base paint, linoleum, and caulking compounds. Cats either ingest or inhale lead. Its harmful effects may not show up until weeks later. Signs of lead poisoning include vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, loss of appetite, loss of muscle coordination, blindness and seizures. Veterinary treatment is essential.

Outdoor dangers that are often kept in a garage or basement include windshield cleaners, weed killers, insecticides, used motor oil and antifreeze. Many cats are attracted to the sweet taste of antifreeze containing the chemical ethylene glycol which is highly toxic to dogs and cats. If it is spilled on the ground or not properly stored, many cats lap it up. Make certain your cats are not in the vicinity when antifreeze is being drained.

Dispose of used material promptly. New anti-freeze products have been introduced that claim to be non-toxic to cats. However, I believe in the adage, "better safe than sorry." Clean up any spilled product and safely store the remainder.

About the Author

Tristan Andrews writes useful articles about cats and kittens. Discover and explore the feline world. Find out how to better care for, train and live with your cat at the cat forums at http://www.i-love-cats.com

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