Carpet & VCT Revival for a Beloved Town Library
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Here is an accidental drink spill near the Haddon Height's Library's computer work station.
Former spill area after deep cleaning—staining eliminated without the need for carpet replacement.
Entry carpet before cleaning, showing dullness and water-related staining in a busy transition zone.
Conference/computer area carpet after restorative extraction—traffic lanes lifted and appearance fully refreshed.
The carpet is now fresh and clean looking, no more water spill.
Close-up of carpeted aisle before service, highlighting a set-in spill in a high-traffic walkway.
Much better, the drink spill that was visible is all but gone now.
Carpet overall before cleaning shows some smiling, and like germs
Children’s library carpet after restorative hot-water extraction—brighter, more uniform, and ready for daily use.
AV/multipurpose room VCT before service, showing dullness and worn finish from years of use.
The VCT floor had little or no wax left on the floor.
AV room VCT after multiple coats of commercial finish — brighter, even-toned, and easy to maintain.
Multipurpose/AV room VCT after strip-and-wax — a clean, glossy finish ready for community programs.
Post-restoration shine across the AV room floor, reflecting the durable finish applied for heavy traffic.
- Location: Haddon Heights
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Job Type:
VCT and Carpet Cleaning - Restoring a Beloved South Jersey Library’s Floors
Restoring a Beloved South Jersey Library’s Floors
Carpet extraction & VCT strip-and-wax for a high-traffic community facility
Overview
The Haddon Heights Public Library in Camden County, NJ, is a well-used and well-loved facility located on Station Avenue—a walkable main street serving generations of residents. The library director contacted us for restorative carpet cleaning and a full VCT strip-and-wax to improve appearance, extend flooring life, and avoid costly replacement.
This case study highlights how our team completed the work with respect for the building, its active users, and the limited downtime available.
Facility Profile
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Location: Haddon Heights, NJ (South Jersey / Camden County)
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Facility Type: Public library
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Flooring Types:
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Commercial carpet (main level + upper balcony)
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VCT flooring (multipurpose room, storage, archives)
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Challenges:
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High foot traffic
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Aging flooring
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Active community usage limiting scheduling
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Baasement areas with archives and children’s materials
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Project Goals
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Deep-clean and restore heavily used carpet
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Strip, neutralize, and wax VCT to improve gloss and durability
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Work around archive storage and children’s equipment with maximum care
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Complete the project with minimal disruption to library hours
Our Process
1. Pre-Inspection & Planning
We assessed all carpeted and VCT areas, noting traffic lanes, spills, old finish build-up, and obstacles. Because the library could not fully shut down for days, we structured a phased approach with clear communication to the director.
2. Restorative Carpet Cleaning
Services performed:
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Dry soil extraction
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Pre-treatment of spills and traffic patterns
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Hot water extraction
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Fiber grooming and accelerated drying
The carpet on both the main floor and balcony responded extremely well, brightening noticeably and improving overall appearance without the need for replacement.
3. VCT Strip-and-Wax
Services performed:
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Full chemical strip of aged finish
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Neutralization and rinse to stabilize the surface
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Application of multiple coats of commercial-grade floor finish
The multipurpose room, children’s storage areas, and archives all received a durable, glossy finish designed for heavy community use and frequent foot traffic.
4. Respect for the Space
The basement held decades of archived materials, children’s items, and furniture. Our team created safe pathways, protected sensitive items, and maintained a clean workflow to ensure nothing was disturbed or damaged.
Results
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Significantly brighter carpets with restored texture and appearance
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High-gloss VCT floors offering improved durability and easier future maintenance
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Zero disruption to upcoming library events
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A safer, cleaner, more welcoming community environment
The director expressed appreciation that we treated the building with the same respect the residents show it every day.
If your beloved community space needs floor TLC, call us at 609.953.0472 send us a message or We’ll get it clean and fresh while treating the space with care and respect.
