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Hi all -- there was a fire nextdoor which leaked water into my room and ruined the carpet. Does anyone have any knowledge of how to locate replacement carpet with no smell? Being severely chemically sensitive, I can't be around any carpet that has smell. (At least I have found there is nonsmelling padding called green visco)
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clairenotes
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I have tried to look into this, too. The only thing I could come up with was wool carpet and this was not workable for us as there are allergies to wool.
Not sure how you feel about wood, but bamboo might be a good option as it is very natural, inexpensive, durable and easy to clean. There may be other non-carpet options, too that may not be too expensive.
Maybe someone else will have other ideas.
Claire
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Robin,
Did you carry renter's or homeowners insurance? If so, this is most likely covered. Depending on why the water originated in your neighbor's home, there could be some liability on their part in which case, their insurance would cover your damages.
I don't personally know any environment friendly carpet manufacturers, but you can bet they are out there. Have you searched the internet or talked to your local health food store?
The insurance company may not choose to replace the carpet but rather clean it. There are ways to treat the underlying padding and the insulation in your walls for mold and bacteria growth. This is the real danger you face after water damage.
I know all insurance companies have added a mold exclusion to their policies, but this is not a claim caused by mold. This is a claim caused by water that could result in mold. Big difference.
The method of killing the molds and bacterias that grow from wet insulation, padding and carpet is with chemicals, so you may have to vacate for a period of time.
If so and if you had insurance, you most likely also have extra expense coverage which covers your extra costs while having to live away from home.
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What about sisal or seagrass? Personally I prefer seagrass because it is very resilient, while sisal is more difficult to keep clean. Seagrass smells a bit of hay at first, but that I found rather pleasant. I have MCS too and I did not have any problems with it. Look it up at the website below, they do wall-to-wall carpet too and are really inexpensive compared to others. Kathi
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Sorry, wish I did*)!!!!
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Thx all for responding. Up for for anymore info/ideas.
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trueblue
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Thanks for posting this Robin.
I'm in a similar situation. I had to cut away a spot of carpet that got wet and moldy under a chair mat. I'm having trouble figuring out how I can replace the carpet or put flooring without having to leave for months.
I'll take a look at the links and ideas provided. Thanks!
My computer chair rolls really well on the concrete but it's really not the look I was going for.
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Hey Robin
we got rid of all our carpets & put down this linolium. It looks like pergo wood floors. Got it at homedepot. It comes in one long roll & the depot will do intall too.
Now we don't get flea infestations anymore & can spot bugs/spiders ect.. Have notice its so much healthier on the whole environment-health wise too -easy to clean too. We bought a few throw rugs for comfort only that can be cleaned easy too.
Not trying to sell ya on it but share what we found helpful
Blessings Dana
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