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How do we calculate the total M2 needed to manufacture a custom carpet?
In our custom carpet pricing process, we start with standard carpet rolls that measure 4 meters wide by approximately 25 meters long. When customizing a carpet, we consider both width and length to determine the total square footage.
It is important to note that even if the width of the carpet is less than 2 meters, 2 meters of width will be charged, and there could be a remainder to be delivered to the customer. If the carpet exceeds 2 meters in width, 4 meters will be charged. The custom carpet cannot exceed 4 meters in width, as this coincides with the maximum width of the carpet rolls.
In terms of length, a maximum length of approximately 25 meters is allowed. When generating quotations, if the customer does not provide a specific indication on patterns or designs, we calculate the square meters in a way that minimizes the total quantity. This ensures efficiency in the use of carpet rolls.
In short, our goal is to offer high quality custom carpets, charging fairly and considering both standard roll dimensions and the specific needs of each customer. If you have any additional questions or would like more details, please don't hesitate to ask.
Carpets and rugs suitable for underfloor heating
If you are thinking of installing underfloor heating in your home and you want to place carpets or rugs suitable for underfloor heating on top, there are some important considerations to take into account to ensure the proper functioning of the system and avoid problems.
TOG VALUE
The TOG value indicates the thermal resistance of a carpet or rug and how much heat it can retain. A high TOG value means that the carpet or rug retains more heat and therefore can negatively affect the efficiency of the radiant floor.
In general, it is recommended to choose a carpet with a TOG value of less than 1.5 to ensure the efficiency of the radiant floor. However, it is important to keep in mind that the TOG value is not the only factor to consider and other factors such as the thickness, backing and material of the carpet or rug need to be evaluated.
TOG is the English version of thermal resistance.
TOG = 10x Thermal resistance
Ex . Thermal Resistance = 0.09
TOG = 0.09 *10 = 0.9.
CARPET THICKNESS
The thicker the carpet, the higher its TOG value. As mentioned above, it is advisable to choose a carpet with a low TOG value to avoid hindering the transmission of heat from the radiant floor to the interior of the room.
As the thickness increases, the efficiency of the radiant floor is reduced, as the layer of air trapped between the carpet and the floor reduces heat transfer. It is recommended that the total thickness of the carpet or rug should not exceed 1.5 cm.
CARPET OR RUG MATERIAL
The material from which the carpet is made also affects the TOG value. Natural materials, such as wool and cotton, have a higher TOG value than synthetics, such as nylon or polyester. However, some natural materials may be more conductive and transmit heat better.
CARPET BACKING OR BACKING
It is also important to ensure that the carpet or rug is not overly padded or has an insulating backing that can block heat transfer. In general, it is best to opt for rugs or carpets with a thin, breathable underlay that allows heat to flow freely. A thick, padded underlay will increase the TOG value, while a thin, breathable underlay will reduce the TOG value.
CARPET INSTALLATION
In addition, it is important to make sure that the carpet or rug is installed correctly and is not "loose", as this can cause wrinkles and pressure points that hinder heat transfer.
By following these recommendations, you can enjoy comfortable underfloor heating in combination with a carpet or rug that brings warmth and comfort to your home.
Click here to see our collections of rugs or carpets suitable for underfloor heating.
What does the GUT logo mean
Sometimes you will have found this logo in samples of carpets, rugs and other textiles. With this article we intend to make it as clear as possible the meaning of this logo.
Let's go ahead with the explanation!
Summary of the text on GUT testing
GUT is a system that guarantees high standards of safety, quality and sustainability for textile floor coverings. Also for our custom-made carpets and rugs. Its main focus areas are pollutants, emissions and odors, with strict testing processes that protect both the consumer and the environment.
- CONTAMINANTS
- Regulated substances: These include heavy metals, plasticizers, biocides, pesticides, persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and substances of very high concern (SVHC) under REACH.
- Methods of analysis: Both traditional techniques and modern rapid tests are used to evaluate materials for contaminants.
- Measures adopted: GUT establishes limit values for certain substances and bans others to avoid negative effects on health and the environment.
- EMISSIONS
- Compounds detected: Formaldehyde, acetone, benzene, toluene and other solvents from paints, adhesives, furniture and decorative materials.
- Emitting materials: Textile coatings and adhesives used during installation are critical factors.
- GUT labeled carpets and rugs have low emissions, meeting international indoor air quality standards.
- The limit values established by GUT ensure that these products are safe for both residential and commercial use.
- SMELLS
- Methodology: An "odor panel" is used to evaluate the intensity and annoyance of odors perceived in samples of material under controlled conditions.
- Evaluation criteria:
- Odor intensity: Rated from 1 (no odor) to 5 (very strong).
- Annoyance level: Rated from -3 (very annoying) to +3 (not annoying at all).
- Standard applied: SNV 195651, which measures the disturbance caused by odors in textiles.
- New" odor: Arises after installation and diminishes with time.
- Cause: Emissions of substances applied during production.
- Persistent odor: Appears after weeks and does not dissipate easily.
- Cause: Chemical reactions between old or poorly applied adhesives and new materials.
- Acid and penetrating odor: Intensifies with time.
- Cause: Degradation of polymers such as SBR or sulfur compounds.
- Ventilation: Essential during and after installation to reduce concentrations of volatile substances.
- Duration of odor: Generally, new odors diminish significantly in the first four weeks if there is adequate ventilation.
- Additional causes: Odors do not always indicate a defect in the product, as other factors in the environment may also play a role.
- POPs: Persistent Organic Pollutants
- REACH: Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals
- SVHC: Substances of Very High Concern
- VOC: Volatile Organic Substances
- AgBB: Committee for the Health Evaluation of Construction Materials
- LCI: Lowest Concentration of Interest
Announcement :
Merger of KP S.A. and ALFOMBRAS A MEDIDA S.A.
The purpose of this letter is to inform you that, today, by joint and unanimous decision of both Boards of Directors, the merger process by absorption between Alfombras a Medida S.A. (absorbed) and Sociedad Anónima KP (absorbing) has been initiated, under whose sole name both will operate when this process is completed.
The aforementioned merger, which must be ratified by the respective General Shareholders' Meetings, entails the extinction without liquidation of the absorbed company(Alfombras a Medida SA), and the universal succession of its assets, rights and obligations by the absorbing company, Sociedad Anónima KP, to which all the assets and liabilities of the absorbed company will be incorporated en bloc.
Therefore, we now open a process whose final result will be that all the assets and liabilities of the absorbed company (Alfombras a Medida), when legally appropriate, will be transferred to SA KP, who will be subrogated in its legal position, assuming all its rights and obligations.
This means that all your current contractual conditions will remain unchanged.
We want you to rest assured that this change will in no way diminish your current conditions as a customer or supplier. On the contrary, this process is carried out with the main objective of making the resulting entity stronger.
In due course, it will be informed as from the date on which it must operate with the absorbing company(Sociedad Anónima KP). Likewise, the creditors of each of the companies participating in the merger shall have the right to oppose the merger within a period of one month from the date of publication of the last announcement of the merger resolution, in accordance with the terms set forth in RDL 5/2023.
In any case, we remain at your disposal for any further clarification.
Official documents of the agreement: 20240617 Report of the Board of Directors Merger by Absorption Project - employment implicationsSincerely yours,
Virginia Martínez Guerra
Chairman of the Board of Directors
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