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Maintenance your Carpet Looking better
It is recommended that all types of floor coverings should be vacuumed at least once a week, perhaps more often if you have pets in the house or heavily used areas. A deep steam clean should be done as and when necessary. There are many different types of vacuum cleaners available and you will definitely get what you pay for. A cheaper vacuum cleaner will not have the same suction power as the more expensive ones and if there are young children or pets in the house, then a powerful cleaner is important.
When it comes to home carpet cleaning, vacuuming effectively is essential. You should vacuum your carpet at least weekly and more frequently. This will prevent the build-up of harmful particles of grit which can work their way down into the carpet causing damage. Do remember once a month or so to use tool to remove dust and fluff from around the skirting boards, under furnitures etc. If your carpet has a deep or fluffy pile, you may need to make several clean over the areas which receive the most use – where people sit and over traffic areas.
A good way to fight smells, particularly if you have pets, is to add a little baking soda to the cylinder or bag. Stain retardants are available but these are best applied following deep steam cleaning by professional carpet cleaners. We do services for professional carpet cleaning,
In the event of a spill, always try to clean it up as soon as possible before the substance has a chance to soak into the carpet and dry out. Without rubbing at the spill and risking spreading it further, try to soak up as much as you can using a clean, dry cloth. Next apply a good, proprietary carpet cleaning agent to a small, inconspicuous area first ensuring that you follow the manufacturer’s directions carefully. When you are happy that the product will not damage the carpet, you can begin to tackle the spill. Always begin applying the product from the outside to the inside of the area to be treated. This will prevent it from spreading outwards. If possible, use a clean white bath towel to blot up the excess moisture as this will also help to lift the carpet.
If the stain proves too stubborn, a professional cleaner will be the only course of action guaranteed to remove it. Steam cleaners are available for hire professional cleaner. it will have more powerful machines at their disposal for use in conjunction with special bactericides, strong detergents which will give a better end result. A Google search will offer up plenty of carpet cleaning companies, Always check though that the company you choose to use are fully insured, just in case of shrinkage or damage to your carpets.
By taking a few precautions, you can ensure that your carpet remains in top condition for months, giving you longer before it needs steam carpet cleaning again.