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  1. Thumbs up Sticky Thread Sticky: TMF TOP 100 Encap and Low Moisture threads

    Top 100 Encap & Low Mositure Threads. Feel free to bump or nominate a thread to help out. Encapping Residential...

    Started by Rob Allen, 02-10-2010 07:59 PM
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  1. Unhappy Encapsulation 101

    Hi there, Ok I've never attempted encapsulation but am starting to get requests for dry cleaning (it's winter here). Considering I know little about...

    Started by TJS81, 06-10-2010 07:32 PM
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  2. encap vs dry powder compound?

    what u guys think is better....encap or dry powder compound when using with portable CRB machines

    Started by dafivefooter, 06-14-2010 04:02 PM
    • Replies: 9
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  3. Will Release it DS work for restaurant carpet?

    I am cleaning a restaurant that I clean every three months on Friday and I am considering encapping it to see how it comes out. I have always HWE'd...

    Started by steam king, 08-16-2010 05:14 PM
    • Replies: 19
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    09-01-2010 03:47 PM Go to last post
  4. encap w/ 360i ?

    Can you encap with the RV 360i ???

    Started by braddaddy, 08-12-2010 11:48 PM
    • Replies: 7
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    08-29-2010 07:48 AM Go to last post
  5. Encapping stairs?

    For those who encap, what tool are you using for stairs? I see that I can buy the small pads, but do I just use them with a hand held rotary buffer?...

    Started by paulosully, 07-15-2010 08:26 AM
    • Replies: 13
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    08-27-2010 06:33 PM Go to last post
  6. I'm new. Why is Encap faster and better for commercial applications then HWE?

    From what I'm reading and learning here is that Encap is the way to go for commercial while HWE is still the best for residential. As a start up...

    Started by Will Reed, 06-19-2010 03:27 PM
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    08-26-2010 03:35 PM Go to last post
  7. ultra dry

    Just wondering have any of you ever used Chem max Untra dry original and Catlyist, this chemical has been around for some years. we tried it recently...

    Started by john mathis, 08-20-2010 12:30 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    08-20-2010 08:37 AM Go to last post
  8. cheaper alternative than Host sponges?

    jus wondering.....does anyone know of a cheaper dry powder than what HOST makes..thats cleans effective or more effectively?

    Started by dafivefooter, 07-20-2010 01:16 AM
    • Replies: 4
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    08-19-2010 04:10 PM Go to last post
  9. Question Pad Capping Residential

    Trying to learn a bit about VLM processes, namely pad capping, and have some questions: Are any of you offering this to your residential customers...

    Started by cleaningservicepros, 08-03-2010 03:25 AM
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    08-07-2010 01:04 AM Go to last post
  10. releaseit punch?????

    So we are pretty sold on release it ds, rocked a couple 20,000 s/f jobs with it. ON one account I have 5-6 areas by drinking fountains,that have a...

    Started by Carpet Matt, 08-04-2010 12:55 AM
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    08-04-2010 08:41 PM Go to last post
  11. can u really encap uphlostery?

    I heard you could encap upholstery with a encap juice, a horse hair brush, a handheld car buffer, white towels, wet/dry vacuum & a bucket. Does...

    Started by dafivefooter, 08-01-2010 04:12 PM
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    08-03-2010 10:06 AM Go to last post
  12. any successful crb/dry compound cleaners out there?

    i wud love hear hear how you got started and what u have learned over the years to be successful in a industry that seem to b dominated by truckmount...

    Started by dafivefooter, 07-25-2010 06:33 PM
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    08-02-2010 02:17 AM Go to last post
  13. Anyone ever try this?

    Hey guys, any of you ever tried this little contraption? It looks pretty cool IMO and would like to hear some of you're thoughts? Thanks

    Started by floorguy_724, 07-14-2010 02:35 AM
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    08-01-2010 05:32 PM Go to last post
  14. is it possible to encap with a RX 20

    I would like to try this method of cleaning, and I was wondering if it's possible to do it with an RX20 or am I going to have to purchase some other...

    Started by LFC, 07-16-2010 03:46 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    07-30-2010 06:47 PM Go to last post
  15. Beginner tips on how get started encapping commercial with a 175

    How to get started encapping commercial carpet by using a 175 scrubber. I tried to break it down to step by step (kindergarden style) Use the...

    Started by Dave Yoakum, 07-30-2010 02:19 PM
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  16. CRB, OP, or use 175 for first encap process?

    I am looking at competitively offering encapsulation. Many people use the CRB and OP machines, and some use the 175's. I currently own a 20 inch...

    Started by rougew, 07-12-2010 04:00 PM
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    07-24-2010 03:13 AM Go to last post
  17. Does this feel right

    Hi everyone, I have a Cimex machine that I am going to use to clean hotels and other commercial areas. However, before I go out into the world and...

    Started by mike2633, 07-22-2010 08:22 PM
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    07-23-2010 04:03 PM Go to last post
  18. how long does excellant supply take to ship usually???

    Ordered a case of realease it two days ago, they havnt charged me yet, which usually means it hasnt shipped. Im worried, need this by next friday,...

    Started by Carpet Matt, 07-22-2010 03:12 PM
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    07-23-2010 01:34 PM Go to last post
  19. Excellent-Supply's CMS

    Any comments on Excellent Supply's Commercial Marketing System? http://www.excellent-supply.com/store/pc/viewPrd.asp?idproduct=83&idcategory=12 ...

    Started by rougew, 07-20-2010 06:23 PM
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    07-21-2010 03:01 PM Go to last post
  20. Carpet Tiles

    I want to clean an account that has carpet tiles. I know soem of the tiles were not glued down right. So far, it hasn't been a problem for the...

    Started by rougew, 07-13-2010 05:07 PM
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    07-14-2010 01:10 AM Go to last post
  21. Question What's the best bonnet pad for post padding carpets after HWE?

    I saw the thread about using micro-fiber or cotton bonnet pads for VLM or Encapsulation. So that got me wondering which bonnet would be best for post...

    Started by Rob Allen, 03-14-2010 12:34 PM
    • Replies: 15
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    07-04-2010 05:54 AM Go to last post
  22. Weird Cimex issue

    Hello, I've had my Cimex for about 8 months now. I noticed recently that when I operate it, it seems to splash in a straight line parallel with the...

    Started by AQD_Patrick, 06-26-2010 01:55 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    07-02-2010 09:30 PM Go to last post
  23. education

    what is the difference between pad capping and end capping?

    Started by allprocleaningllc, 06-30-2010 10:01 AM
    • Replies: 3
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    06-30-2010 12:19 PM Go to last post
  24. CRB and ROTARY 175: combo cleaning?

    Hi, i use Host CRB,sponges & Releasit to clean. But I have a used 175 that was thinking about using sometimes. I've never used it to clean carpet....

    Started by dafivefooter, 06-29-2010 02:47 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    06-30-2010 11:31 AM Go to last post
  25. which encap product should I use for this job???

    Iv been tinkering with the encap here and there with a 175 at some of my accounts. I have a new account we are starting soon, the facility is open 24...

    Started by Carpet Matt, 03-23-2010 04:01 AM
    • Replies: 23
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    06-30-2010 10:52 AM Go to last post
  26. mytee spinner for carpet?

    Can the Mytee Spinner (8902-8904) be used on carpeting as an agitator???

    Started by braddaddy, 03-19-2010 07:07 PM
    • Replies: 13
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    06-19-2010 05:52 PM Go to last post
  27. Gum out

    What is the best way to remove gum from carpet using the OP cleaning method?

    Started by KBERT, 06-12-2010 12:46 PM
    • Replies: 9
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    06-17-2010 05:58 PM Go to last post
  28. Post Dry carpet method

    Ok, Ive been researching this 800 dry carpet company. Is anyone familiar? Also this machine called the brush pro and the Prochem encap machine. It...

    Started by ECOPRO, 06-27-2009 01:59 AM
    • Replies: 17
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    06-15-2010 08:43 PM Go to last post
  29. Oreck Rotary

    Does anyone know if these things are any good? My vacuum guy says that the vacuums suck, and not in a good way. There is a influx of the oreck rotary...

    Started by Matt Strader, 05-18-2009 04:56 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    06-13-2010 08:54 PM Go to last post
  30. Encap vs HWE video ads by RG

    Kind of misleading wouldn't you say? I find both methods work best in conjunction with each other for CGD.

    Started by Rob Allen, 02-12-2010 07:46 AM
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  31. A few OP cleaning Pics

    PadCapRpo was the cleaning agent, and Genies Potion the ony spotting agent used along with teh CCS Commercial Breeze OP machine.

    Started by JOhn Geurkink, 05-25-2010 10:13 AM
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    06-12-2010 06:55 PM Go to last post
  32. pricing help with Host carpet cleaning

    i use been using Host to clean mostly relatives and friends carpets....was charging $30 a room (up too 200sqft). Now i'm ready to officially start...

    Started by dafivefooter, 06-07-2010 01:16 PM
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    06-10-2010 08:05 AM Go to last post
  33. What do you guys think of Matrix Double Strength Encapsulant?

    Good Evening guys, I am thinking of giving this product a try. I was just wondering if any of you guys have had any experience with this product. I...

    Started by steam king, 05-31-2010 12:25 AM
    • Replies: 19
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    06-09-2010 09:42 AM Go to last post
  34. Best resi-encap combo

    What do you think is the best resi-encap machine and chemical combination on the market. I'm going to add a complete system to my box truck. I...

    Started by Rob Allen, 11-01-2009 09:41 PM
    • Replies: 13
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    05-27-2010 06:38 PM Go to last post
  35. 35K sq ft of CGD

    My moving company is moving an office full of desks and cubicles out and into storage so the owner of the building can put in 35 thousand sq ft of...

    Started by SDSinc, 05-20-2010 04:17 PM
    • Replies: 20
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    05-26-2010 04:04 PM Go to last post
  36. Oscillating Pad Machines

    So what is everyone's opinion on these machines and their cleaning? Commercial only? Residential? I've been reading some testimonials on the CCS...

    Started by jonrober, 10-07-2008 12:43 PM
    • Replies: 24
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    05-26-2010 02:53 PM Go to last post
  37. Cimex vs. OP machine?

    Hey guys and gals! I'm really starting to push the bonnet/encap thing and think I would be able to do a better job using a Cimex or dedicated OP...

    Started by floorguy_724, 10-25-2009 12:50 AM
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  38. CCS vs Orbot

    Can anybody who is familiar with both comment on the advantages/disadvantages of the Orbot vs John G's OP equipment? :AddEmoticons04259:

    Started by Kenny Wright, 06-28-2009 02:24 PM
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    05-25-2010 09:33 AM Go to last post
  39. Not Happy with My first bonnet experience

    I'm sure this has something to do with the chemical and my first crack at actually doing a bonnet job. I vacuumed then pre sprayed 2 area rugs. I...

    Started by Dbonezny, 10-18-2009 12:21 PM
    • Replies: 14
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    05-25-2010 09:19 AM Go to last post
  40. Exclamation Encap ( low moisture ) Residential Cleaning

    Who here does Encap/low moisture cleaning on residential jobs? Wondering what your process is... How do you do stairs? What chemicals do...

    Started by bensurdi, 10-28-2009 10:44 PM
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  41. "Soileze" Carpet and upholstery protector

    Lately I have been using Realsit Hydrox encap cleaner from Excellent supply on many of my carpet jobs and have been quite happy with it. As far as...

    Started by Daron Farrar, 04-30-2010 05:50 PM
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  42. Encap/Bonnet Cleaning Part II

    Going to do a commecial account on monday. I had some wicking issue's with this client before and had to use the bonnet to help out. So, w/that...

    Started by Dbonezny, 10-24-2009 05:28 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    04-14-2010 07:01 AM Go to last post
  43. Poll Poll: The best EnCap setup on Planet Earth.

    Well guys this is the fastest easiest and most high volume portable encap spraying system. One Cornelius Keg one nitrogen bottle one nitrogen...

    Started by NuTech Carpet Care, 04-11-2010 05:17 AM
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    04-11-2010 08:36 PM Go to last post
  44. what do you do with gray cimex pads ....

    We use the gray pads on the grease pit restaurant we clean.. the whole place is like 3,000 SF and it takes 2 sets of pads, flipping them every so...

    Started by carl2591, 03-25-2010 09:05 PM
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    03-26-2010 10:50 PM Go to last post
  45. RX20 vs RV360

    Anyone have both of these and use them on a regular basis? I would like to know the main differences why someone would choose the RX vs RV360...

    Started by aspenedelen, 10-09-2008 09:10 PM
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  46. Is anyone here using....

    Or any of the CRYSTAL DRY line for encap? There does not seem to be any one particular favorite among users although a few are mentioned more often...

    Started by Chica, 11-03-2009 09:56 PM
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    03-22-2010 11:42 AM Go to last post
  47. Question Bonnet cleaning apartments-Microfiber or Cotton? Where to find them

    How many bonnets do you guys use for an average 1br? How many do you use for a filthy 1br? Do you use microfiber bonnets? What is your favorite...

    Started by Pat Carroll, 08-31-2009 11:17 PM
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    03-14-2010 10:39 PM Go to last post
  48. Do you groom after encapsulation process w/Cimex?

    I think the swirls look cool but we usually rake after finishing. How do you guys or do you groom after encapsulating??

    Started by Rob Allen, 09-30-2009 07:05 PM
    • Replies: 18
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    12-19-2009 06:28 PM Go to last post
  49. Oreck OP Machine - Lowboy

    I have never seen this one before tonight. I've always heard and seen the Oreck Orbital, which is a 12" or 13" OP machine...but the Lowboy is 19" and...

    Started by cheyne, 11-08-2009 08:50 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    12-19-2009 02:12 PM Go to last post
  50. Whittaker CRB

    My brother wants me to join forces with his commercial biz and recommends I get a Whittaker CRB. What do you guys know about this machine... good or...

    Started by StratMan028, 12-17-2009 10:29 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    12-17-2009 11:42 PM Go to last post
  51. whos encap juice do you like?

    Rick G, John G, Snap or someone else???

    Started by liedetector, 12-17-2008 11:32 AM
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  52. Xerion-Does anyone know this man and is this for real?

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jNe-yz5yqFc"

    Started by SanDiego, 09-18-2009 01:37 AM
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    10-06-2009 12:00 PM Go to last post
  53. Cimex stopped up

    I forgot to drain the Cimex before going on vacation so, naturally, there is no solution coming out now. I'm thinking pour very hot water in the...

    Started by Kenny Wright, 09-02-2009 10:13 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-17-2009 02:23 PM Go to last post
  54. A little encap advice

    I've never used my Cimex instead of HWE for cleaning restaurants. I am anxious to try it out but I am worried about not getting the results that the...

    Started by Kenny Wright, 08-29-2009 05:56 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 549
    08-30-2009 07:41 PM Go to last post
  55. Brush for HOS

    Hi, I have a HOS & am wondering if they have a brush for these. I don't mean a brush driver that ya have to put a pad over it, I mean a brush so...

    Started by DannyD, 08-13-2009 11:14 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    08-20-2009 04:47 PM Go to last post
  56. Cimex after Host?

    A local carpet outlet rents and does a good sales pitch for the Host system. A number of commercial/institutional organizations around here have...

    Started by Kenny Wright, 08-03-2009 02:31 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    08-10-2009 05:42 PM Go to last post
  57. Question Extract then Encap or Encap then Extract??

    When cleaning commercial grade carpet, would it be wise to.... 1) Extract with truck mount/portable then use a Rotary machine? 2) Rotary...

    Started by admin, 10-09-2008 10:30 PM
    cleaning, commercial, portable, rotary machine, truck mount, truckmount
    • Replies: 19
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    08-10-2009 05:11 PM Go to last post
  58. Encap product with peroxide

    I know that Rick Gelinas makes an encap product with peroxide. Are there any others? Does Steve Smith at Vac-Away have a peroxide encap product? ...

    Started by Scott W, 03-27-2009 06:37 PM
    • Replies: 16
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    08-05-2009 11:11 PM Go to last post
  59. Best pad/brush for encap? (175)

    Hey guys, Have a few CGD jobs coming up pretty soon and would like to encap them. We will be using the 175 to do the encap. So my question is,...

    Started by floorguy_724, 06-23-2009 06:28 PM
    • Replies: 10
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    07-28-2009 11:42 AM Go to last post
  60. Mytee 17" Floor Machine

    I found a 17" Mytee Floor Machine at a local pawn shop that does not have any wheels or a stabilizer bar. I tried contacting Mytee and their rep told...

    Started by CrptRader, 07-24-2009 02:06 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 635
    07-24-2009 09:13 PM Go to last post

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