Description
After a fire, smoke residue remains on the carpet in form of dry soot,
smeary or sticky flakes. The residue generally varies depending on the
source and the rate of burning. Strong acrid odors may accompany these
visible effects.
Cause
Due to combustion, materials in and around carpets release noxious gases
as well as solid or liquid residue that remains on the carpet. These residue
may penetrate in to the fibers.
Treatment
Quick ventilation with fresh air goes a long way in dispersing the odors
caused by smoke. The burnt components of the carpet have to be removed
while other smoke residue can generally be cleaned. It is advisable to
consult an experienced Fire Restorer about this.