Carpet Cleaning

Almost everyone has carpet in their home or office. When a carpet is maintained properly it can add years to its life. Depending on where the carpet is installed is the cleaning procedure you need to use. To maintain a carpet properly you must vacuum it regularly and clean it cyclically using processes shampooing, foam cleaning and Steam cleaning.Vacuuming your carpet regularly will remove particles that can damage the fibres. It also keeps the appearance of the carpet in good condition and keeps the level of dirt in the pile low. You should vacuum your carpet at least two to three times a week, depending on how dirty or how often the area is used. It is a good idea to have a good quality vacuum as it will lift up the dirt better and therefore makes it easier for you to clean your carpet.
Cyclic Cleaning MethodsThe frequency of such cleaning will depend on a carpet's use conditions, soil conditions and fibre type. As a rule of thumb residential carpet should be cleaned by using one of the methods outlined below once a year.ShampooingThis method is where a liquid cleaning solution is showered onto the carpet through holes in a circular brush. The turning brush mixes the detergent into foam and rubs on the carpet. This lifts the dirt, and then wet/dry vacuuming removes it.Foam CleaningWith this method, detergent in the form of foam is agitated on the carpet by brushes. The foam is then removed, with trapped soil, by an extraction-vacuum pickup.Steam CleaningUsing this process, a hot water liquid cleaning solution is sprayed on the carpet and is instantly extracted with the liquefied dirt using a wet vacuum. Most professional carpet cleaners use truck-mounted units but portable units can be rented for personal use..
Carpet Cleaning TipsAcid Stains· Get water and flush the area immediately.· Blot it up then flush the area again.· Repeat the process several times.· Ensure that the acid is well diluted.· Make a solution of one tablespoon baking soda mixed with Luke warm water.· Apply this to the stained area with a cloth.· Rinse the area again.· Remove the water by pressing with a paper towel or cloth.· Leave a fan blowing on it to help dry it up quicker and remove the moisture.Blood Stains· Rinse the stain with cold water immediately and blot it up with a white paper towel.· Make a solution of a few drops of dish washing detergent in a cup of cold water and Work it in to remove any remaining stain the blood stain.· Rinse again with cold water and keep blotting it up until there is no more blood being sucked up onto the paper towel.· The more water you can remove from the carpet quickly the less likely it is that the stain will resurface later on· Repeat this process as many times as needed to remove the stain.· The more water you can remove from the carpet quickly the less likely it is that the stain will resurface later on.· Leaving a fan blowing on the area will help dry it quickly.Chewing Gum· Get out your electric hair dryer and Heat the gum.· Use a plastic a plastic bag to lift the softened gum away.· Dissolve any final traces of the stuff by dabbing with a small amount of dry-cleaning fluid.· Blot on a detergent solution of 1/4 tsp. mild dishwashing liquid and 1 cup warm water.· When you have completely removed the chewing gum clean the area with a few drops of mild dish washing detergent in a cup of warm water.· Rinse with warm water and dry the area.· Blot up any excess water using a clean white paper towel.· Leave a fan blowing on the area to help dry quickly.Coffee Stains· Heat the area with a hot wet cloth.· Dab with some white vinegar.· Rinse well with water.· Suck the water from the carpet with a white paper towel.· Repeat these steps until the towel comes out clean.· Dry the carpet well when you are done.· Leave a fan on the area to help dry the carpet.Nail Polish· Apply non-acetate fingernail polish remover to a white cotton cloth.· Dab the area affected· Work from the edges towards the canter.· Leave it for a few minutes.· Blot it with a paper towel.· Rinse it with water and blot it again.· Repeat these steps as much as necessary.Ink Stains· Apply rubbing alcohol to a white cotton cloth.· Dab the stain carefully, so you don't spread the ink.· Extract it out after a few minutes using a cloth and blotting.· Repeat the process until you remove the stain from the carpet· Rinse well and remove any excess water dabbing with a paper towel.· Use a fan to help dry the area quickly.