Carpet Care
Carpet Care Considerations Carpet can be an affordable floor covering choice for any room in the house. Carpeting offers a variety of colors, patterns and styles, provides a cushioned non slip floor surface, absorbs sound and adds warmth.
No matter which type of carpet you choose, there are steps to take to ensure the best satisfaction and life of your carpet.
Remove stains immediately- remove stains immediately according to the manufacturers' requirements. Using stain removal products not recommended by the manufacturer may void carpet warranties.
- Shampoo - when a larger area needs to be cleaned, try shampooing.
Many different types of carpet cleaners are available, including spray-on foam cleaners and wet shampoo. Because there is a chance that these can damage your carpet and invalidate your warranties, please check with your carpet manufacturer or a certified carpet cleaner before using any product.
The best method, however, is to hire a professional carpet cleaner to give your carpets a thorough cleaning. When you decide to have your carpet cleaned professionally, choose the carpet cleaner carefully. Be sure to ask for references, fully understand the process to be used and get all services to be provided in a detailed estimate.
Warranty and Required Maintenance Issues - Regular carpet care and routine maintenance are essential to maintaining your warranty coverage. Hot water extraction, either alone or in combination with cleaning, may be required to maintain your warranty. Always be sure to check with the manufacturer.
What Carpet Do You Have?
Most synthetic carpets are treated with static, stain and soil resistant treatments, making them easy to clean and maintain.
- Nylon - Nylon is the most durable and stain resistant carpet fiber available. It is a great choice for homes with pets and kids and for heavy traffic areas like hallways and stairs.
- Polyester - It's a good value for homes with a normal amount of traffic, but less durable and stain resistant than nylon.
- Vacuum - Vacuum regularly, weekly or more often in high traffic areas. Use a vacuum with a beater bar or rotating brush according to the manufacturers' directions, ensuring proper height adjustment for your carpet.
- Take the stress off -Rearrange your furniture to give areas of your carpet relief.
- Wool - Wool has a beautiful look and is very durable. It has a natural soil resistance quality, but is not stain resistant. * Olefin - Although not as durable as nylon and polyester, olefin provides good stain and moisture resistance.
