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Carpet Maintenance
- Vacuum, vacuum, and vacuum some more. Dry soils are abrasive and damaging to carpeting, like sandpaper rubbed on
your favorite silk shirt kind of damaging. Over time, they abrade carpet fibers. When fibers are damaged, light reflects differently in
those areas and since color is a reflection of light...you know these ares of carpet as "traffic lanes." Regular daily vacuuming helps
arrest this damage before it happens, extending the life of your carpet and making the most of your investment. We understand
that you're busy, but vacuuming carpet in heavy use areas frequently will truly extend the appearance life of your carpeting. Still can't
make time for vacuuming? Ask us at your next service and we'll help you come up with a solution that fits your lifestyle and your
carpet's needs.
- Clean spills when they happen. Many carpets are stain-resistant so acting quickly often avoids permanent damage. Don't
use hard surface cleaners. Try tap water first. Wet -dry vacs are indispensable. Use over-the-counter spotters sparingly as
improper use or overuse of these products can cause damage or lead to stubborn resoiling problems. Not sure what to do?
Check out our spotting tips or call our office.
- Blot, DON'T scrub! Always remember, if you have a spill, BLOT it up with a clean white towel or white paper towel. Don't
panic. Be gentle. Don't scrub it, don't rub it, don't be too aggressive or you'll end up with a permanent, obnoxious visible fuzzy spot.
- Mom always used a door mat...and you should too. Outside, doormats help knock dirt off your shoes before you enter your
home. Inside, door mats and runners help catch soils, preventing them from entering your carpet. Just be sure to keep these
mats and runners clean.
- Bare feet aren't as clean as you think. Believe it or not, body oils from your feet can actually leave your carpet dirty. Soil that
could have been vacuumed up, sticks to body oil and won't. So what to do? Rather than walking around with bare feet or in socks,
you may want to use a pair of house slippers. One of our customers uses an ingenious method...he has a basket of flip flops in all
sizes at the door for anyone to use and throws them in the washer regularly.
- Keep food and drinks in the kitchen. Seems too easy. Yep, one way to cut accidental spills in half is to simply keep food
and drink out of reach of your carpet. Okay, lets be honest, we know it isn't going to happen and you know it isn't going to happen.
Maybe you should bookmark or print our spotting tips, hmmm?
- Rearrange the room, or not. The repeated foot traffic getting to and from your favorite place to sit helps cause those ugly,
matted traffic lanes. So, three or four times a year, why not just move things around? It's a great way to break up your use patterns
and spread the wear around more evenly. You'll see a difference in the long run. Not an option? Then, ask us about a grooming
product for your carpeting on our next visit. We have a few products for homeowners to help eliminate carpet matting.
- Aren't they all the same? It's, you know, CARPET. Right. Look, a great carpet starts with a great fiber. For longevity,
cleaning, and comfort, nylon can't be beat. It's virtually unanimous among carpet cleaners, nylon will outperform olefin and
polyester every time for most people. Choose the best nylon carpet your budget will allow and don't skimp on the pad-it's important.
- And, last but not least. Read your warranty, manufacturers recommend professional cleaning once or twice a year.
Depending on your lifestyle, more frequent cleaning may be necessary. Vacuum, spot clean as necessary, and monitor the overall
condition of your carpet. The time to clean it is BEFORE you're too embarrassed to have company for dinner. Embarrassing levels
of soiling actually contribute to permanent damage. Stay ahead of the dirt and enjoy your carpet longer.
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