Carpet Cleaning Advice

If you are looking to clean your carpet you should always consider carpet cleaning equipment and carpet cleaning products which can be determined by following carpet cleaning tips.

Here are some golden rules and tips when carpet cleaning:

• Always deal with stains as quickly as possible for a greater chance of cleaning success.
• Never over wet carpet when cleaning, always try and keep carpet as dry as possible.
• Never use inappropriate household detergents on carpets i.e. (washing up liquid, wash powders, bleach, disinfectants etc.)
• Never apply the cleaning fluid directly onto the carpet, always apply to the absorbent spotting material i.e. cloth or sponge.
• Always test any detergent on an inconspicuous area of carpet prior to treating a stain.
• When using detergents always use the recommended dilution ratios
• Always mop, scrape or blot up any excess prior to treatment.
• Never rub or scrub, always work from the out side of the stain inward to avoid spreading.
• Try and encourage quick drying by leaving windows doors open etc.

Removing Carpet Stains:

Greasy carpet stains - (i.e. chocolate, butter, lipstick, oily food, ink):

Add a small quantity of Surgical spirit to some cotton wool or cotton wool bud and apply to the edges of the stain working inwards to the centre. Gently press either toweling, or kitchen roll, and repeat as necessary until the stain no longer transfers. Some carpets may darken initially during this process. Using a detergent solution on cotton wool, dampen the area and follow up by blotting with kitchen roll or towling. Finally, dry with hair dryer continually moving over the damp area to prevent water marking.

Water based carpet stains - (i.e. tea, coffee, fruit juices, wine etc.):

Soak up immediately using absorbent material or if affected area is large use a wet suction vacuum. Then, re-wet the area using tepid water on a small piece of sponge or cotton wool and blot with dry absorbent material i.e. Terry towel or kitchen roll. Repeat until stain is no longer visible. Finally, dry with hair dryer continually moving over the damp area to prevent water marking.

Although the above tips seem a little basic it is essential that you follow the appropriate procedures before consulting a professional to clean the carpet. The above work combined with some professional help (if necessary) will guarantee the best results.

If you are looking for a professional Ocean County carpet cleaner, then please call us today at 732-492-3300 or complete our online request form.

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