Carpet type: Anyone use this on Berber (sp.) carpet and how did it perform?
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I have used this machine on pile carpet and Berber. It doesn't extract well on Berber. It's great on the pile carpet, but I feel I need to put a brick on the tank to increase suction.
2267930
This rake is for low nap shag carpets like frenzies. Would not recommend for Berber because it would make the loops fuzzy. It's just like a comb fluffing up carpets fibers.
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I am sorry, we do not have pets in our house so I cannot speak to it. The problem we have with the machine is that the suction is so hard that it does not work well on our low-medium pile carpet. On a Berber carpet I think it would do very well. It is quite noisy compared to my Miele also. But I do like the weight of the machine. Hope this is somewhat helpful to you.
1334392
Depends--the one weakness of this vacuum that I discovered is it does not handle "fuzz" well, which is usually not an issue with Persian rugs.
1256720
If the carpet is very thick, probably not. My berber is fairly "flat" and it does work okay there for the young ones...older kids would have more fun on linoleum or wood floors, or pavement....
448884
I use this in my hall which is berber carpeting. Haven't noticed any problems with the carpet so far and I use it almost every day.
1813293
Yes it works well on Berber carpet without damaging it . But it doesn't work well on high nap rugs, like shag and plush. It also has a switch that toggles between rugs or a tile surface We love the Shark Navigator that we have, best vacuum we ever purchased
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If you are referring to modern BerBer carpets made of Nylon, Olefin fiber, or Wool they are rugged of design and the answer is yes. However, if you are referring to traditional BerBer carpets the answer depends on the type, size, weight, and if the carpet is restrained. In general they are not compatible with machine scrubbing. Certain types, e.g. tufted loops definitely would be damaged and exotic carpets e.g. Beni Quarain that uses "live-wool" is another definite no! There may be exceptions but if the carpets are not restrained the danger of grabbing and pulling the carpet toward the brushes is not worth the risk.
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Just as well as any other brand. Mine is on a berber carpet with pad underneath, and I have never had an issue.
1110110
Yes, we have mid-grade residential carpet, so not short like berber and not super plush and it works wonderful on this type of carpet.
366876
Sorry I don't really know. I have Berber carpet. Based on my observation I beleive that it will fit solidly on the floor through the plush if it is not too thick. Good luck.
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We've got short loop shag carpet and the Perky Groomer carpet rake works good. We have 2 Golden Retrievers that shed and the Perky Groomer does a good job of pulling up the their hair so that when we vacuum it pretty much gets it all up. I don't think it would harm or do any damage to your berber carpet. Bill S.
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I have only used it on standard off-white carpeting for cleaning up cat hairballs and vomit. After removing as much as I can with a paper towel, I generously spray the area and let it sit 10-15 minutes. I use old white wash cloths to press against the area. The stain is usually gone by this time. It acts like a bleach. If your sissal rug has color, test it on the underside. It might also darken the area as, I believe, sisal is not a fiber, but a type of grass. Only you can decide whether to try it or not. It is a fairly priced option.
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Depends how heavy the carpet is per unit area. It works initially but loses the grip after a while. For heavy carpets that happens fast. I hope I can find better option.
1631124
Yes - mine are berber / looped so it cleans it just fine. I would suspect it may pickup carpet fibers with regular carpets - but maybe a tad more than regular vacuums
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I used it on our persian rug without any problems. Lightly dust with product, scrub gently with soft brush, and vaccum as instructed.
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Commercial carpets and/or carpet with a tight weave like berber but I don't think it would do well with pile carpet or loose weave carpets. It does not have rotating rollers to lift soil so it will not do well with a surface that allows dirt/debris to settle.