Ugly ---> Beautiful
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WillS
Supportive Member
Does this get cleaned before dyed?
Chris Howell
Member
If the carpet is very dirty then we will pre-clean it. Most of the time this is not necessary as our process will clean and dye the carpet in one step.
The carpet can be immediately cleaned by any any method with no color loss whatsoever.
The carpet can be immediately cleaned by any any method with no color loss whatsoever.
Chris Howell
Member
We have a cleaning agent added to the dye solution. The dye is applied, carpet is then agitated, and followed up with extraction which removes any soiling that's in the carpet. Carpet is left clean with a brand-new color that's guaranteed permanent and colorfast for the life of the carpet.
Lee Stockwell
FOJL
Heard this before.
I guess it's about time for it to come around again.
I guess it's about time for it to come around again.
Is it Hot water Extraction or just Dry Vacuum extraction?
Wandslinger
Member
It looks like the first pic but purple now. I think there is definitely a place for fixing bleach spots, etc., but that whole room looks like crap. I've seen your work on other posts and I have been impressed on most. These pics, not so much.
Chris Howell
Member
Chris Howell
Member
It's not my work. It's someone in Australia. This is one of his first jobs. All things considered, he did a very good job. More importantly, his customer was happy. That's all that matters.
Desk Jockey
Member
Man it better have been cheap! They should have just replace that matted dog. The color improved it but really, how much would new room cost? Half of re-colorizing? 
Bob Pruitt
Member
There was one that was dyed black around a dance floor? I thought that one made sense. One of your Students. Even without the before picture I thought it impressive.
Chris Howell
Member
Man it better have been cheap! They should have just replace that matted dog. The color improved it but really, how much would new room cost? Half of re-colorizing?
Typically carpet dyeing is 50% - 70% less than the cost of new carpet replacement.
Chris Howell
Member
Thanks, Bob
Good grief - the dyes didn't strike evenly at all. Blotchy as heck. Do you use heat as a component to set the dye (hint- it sets more evenly at over 130)? Beauty is in the eye of the beholder I guess. Yes I'm a critic, but don't show a turd and claim it's an O'Henry.
ruff
Member
Come on guys, be fair.
There was more light in second picture and some of the color variation is light reflection due to nap reversal.
As per the claims of profit....that's a different subject altogether.
However, if he gives his trainees enough tools and confidence to do the work and charge accordingly, the cost of class may be paid in just a few jobs.
I don't hear much complaints here about the $2,000.00 new wands. And that's not even a new skill, just a piece of shiny metal. That no doubt is worth it, if it makes your life easier or the cleaning better, etc.
There was more light in second picture and some of the color variation is light reflection due to nap reversal.
As per the claims of profit....that's a different subject altogether.
However, if he gives his trainees enough tools and confidence to do the work and charge accordingly, the cost of class may be paid in just a few jobs.
I don't hear much complaints here about the $2,000.00 new wands. And that's not even a new skill, just a piece of shiny metal. That no doubt is worth it, if it makes your life easier or the cleaning better, etc.
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Desk Jockey
Member
I'll buy the 2k wand right after I take the 2k class.
Happy now?
J/K
I'm sure they are both worth it. Owners and attendees rave about both.
Happy now?
J/K
I'm sure they are both worth it. Owners and attendees rave about both.
ruff
Member
Desk Jockey
Member
James is an enigma, unstoppable.
Chris Howell
Member
Many of our trainees earn the cost of the class with their first job or two. They're enjoying it and it's far less work than cleaning. And you don't need a truckmount.
ruff
Member
Chris, do you ever switch to a lower gear?
Desk Jockey
Member
I think he's related to Cobb.
Chris Howell
Member
Desk Jockey
Member
Its just so rewarding helping others. But before we start passing out ballots for your Sainthood, here is a novel idea.
Why not lower your instruction fee to $500.00?
You'll get 4x the LOVE by giving more opportunities for others to succeed.
Its win-win!
Merry Christmas Chris!
Why not lower your instruction fee to $500.00?
You'll get 4x the LOVE by giving more opportunities for others to succeed.
Its win-win!
Merry Christmas Chris!
Old Coastie
Supportive Member
Dadgum Chris has me thinking it would be a good skill to learn. But there are lots of kits out there, it makes me worry. I have to worry, because I need to feed hungry elves.
Chris Howell
Member
Its just so rewarding helping others. But before we start passing out ballots for your Sainthood, here is a novel idea.
Why not lower your instruction fee to $500.00?
You'll get 4x the LOVE by giving more opportunities for others to succeed.
Its win-win!
Merry Christmas Chris!
Same reason why you don't lower your prices by 75%
Ya get what ya pay for.
Oh, and I'll save you some time. Here's a color class for you that's $299. You'll be all set!
http://www.cvent.com/m-events/Info/Summary?e=a6479a20-6130-414e-adb9-58534315e133
Merry Christmas to you, too, my friend!
Chris Howell
Member
Yup. There are LOTS of kits out there and a bunch of instructors.
I wonder why there aren't any places where you can go to see pictures of their work.
Or....
Why aren't the people that spent $299 to take the class doing any of the work?
Tsk Tsk....
Desk Jockey
Member
I'm just giving you shit. Its whut I do. 
You are such a good sport...you ruin it for me.
Sincerely have a great Christmas!
You are such a good sport...you ruin it for me.
Sincerely have a great Christmas!
Chris Howell
Member
I'm just giving you shit. Its whut I do.
You are such a good sport...you ruin it for me.
Sincerely have a great Christmas!
And you make it so hard to give it back to you!
Enjoy the holidays with your family, my friend!
