SME 20/2 Static Electricity

Follow up:
I got a grounding mat yesterday and connected it to the ground on my outlet.  Results?  It did help.  There was a dramatic decrease in static on the record.  Some small amounts of static build up after playing one side but much less than before.  
Another thing I got is an AcousTech grounded Big Brush.  
https://www.musicdirect.com/analog-accessories/acoustech-big-record-brush
I tried running the brush on the platter before putting the record on, and again after the record was on.  
The combination of the grounding mat and the Big Brush eliminated any noticeable static from the records.  Even after playing a side I did not notice any static build up.  
I have Gruv Glide and have used it in the past, but stopped using it awhile back.  It does work, but it's really expensive and I did not feel the cost was worthwhile.  
There you go.  My take on what has worked for me.  
Thanks

Yes, you are listening to the effects of carpet, and everything else
in your room.

With 4000 posts you must think you're wise and accomplished.
Why make a blanket (carpet) statement without personally
treating your carpet?  Do you talk about fo.Q tape or HFTs without
trying them?

Do not do this: Spray anti static material, away from electronics, from waist height,
to moisten carpet.  Walk on the carpet so the spray can penetrate.

After a few minutes, vacuum with a good quality machine.  You will hear a difference.  For the better.

Also use a Walker Talisman, on hands and knees.  And treat your ceiling and walls with the wand.

Or do you think this would be a waste of your time, too?

I use used drier sheets, a light swipe and it works great. Zerostats DO work. In CO static in winter is a real deal even with a humidifier. I can tell a my zerostat works because I can often feel the hair on my arm raise when holding a record, then hit it with the zerostat and the charge is gone. Not a gimmick.